Model 2400 amplifier – A-M Systems
The A-M Systems Model 2400 amplifier is a full-featured, low-noise patch clamp amplifier designed for single-channel and whole-cell voltage clamp recordings, as well as stable, high-bandwidth current clamp recordings (up to 200 kHz).
Features of the Model 2400 Amplifier – A-M Systems
- Low noise and high stability for voltage and current clamps
- Interchangeable dual-feedback headstage
- Voltage follower electronics for stable current clamping
- Integral 4-pole Bessel low-pass filter
- Adjustable capacitance, series resistance and whole-cell compensation
- Internal test signals and analogue telegraphs for front-end settings
- Digital display of potentials, current, RMS noise, filter, gain
- 3-year warranty
Technical characteristics of the Model 2400 Amplifier – A-M Systems
| Caractéristique | Valeur |
|---|---|
| Mode | Voltage clamp / Current clamp |
| Current clamp bandwidth | Up to 200 kHz |
| Dual-feedback probes | 10 MΩ-10 GΩ, 100 MΩ-10 GΩ, 1 GΩ-10 MΩ according to choice |
| Possible gains | 10 mV/nA to 10 mV/fA depending on resistance |
| Low-pass filter | Bessel 4 poles, 6 positions |
| Compensation | Capacitance, series resistance, whole cell, predictive/corrective |
| Telegraphs | Mode, gain, C_membrane, RMS noise, filter |
| Internal test signals | Included |
| Digital display | Controls, currents, voltages, RMS noise |
| Rack mounting | Included |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 43.2 × 12.1 × 28.6 cm |
| Weight | ≈ 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Power supply | 120 V/60 Hz or 240 V/50 Hz |
| Accessories included | Probe headstage, model cell, cables, rack, manual |
| Guarantee | 3 years |
Applications
- Voltage clamp / current clamp recordings on single cells or channels
- Research and teaching in neurophysiology, biophysics and pharmacology