SMM-100C Manual Stereotactic Micromanipulator – NARISHIGE
The Narishige SMM-100C stereotactic micromanipulator is a coarse-motion manipulator designed for rapid X/Z adjustments outside the brain (bregma/lambd level). Each rotation of the Z button moves approximately 4 mm, improving efficiency during levelling or rapid removal. The SMM-100C incorporates an X knob that also moves coarsely, while the Y uses fine adjustment. The upper body can tilt between anterior-posterior (AP) and medial-lateral (ML) directions for use with tilt. A fine micromanipulator (e.g. MDS-1) is recommended for intracerebral operations.
Features of the SMM-100C Manual Stereotactic Micromanipulator – NARISHIGE
- Quick X/Z adjustments: coarse knobs (4 mm/turn) for rapid repositioning outside the brain
- Fine Y adjustment: 10 µm scale for antero-posterior movement
- Tilting body: AP/ML rocker for tilting, with SMM-A accessory recommended for ML tilting
- Minimum X/Z graduation: 100 µm (vernier graduation)
- Accessories included: hex keys, attached electrode holder, grounding screws and washers
Technical characteristics of the SMM-100C manual stereotactic micromanipulator – NARISHIGE
| Caractéristique | Valeur |
|---|---|
| X/Z movement range | 80 mm |
| Movement range Y | 20 mm |
| Stroke per revolution X/Z | 4.2 mm |
| Minimum graduation X/Z | 100 µm (vernier) |
| Full stroke Y | 1 mm per revolution, 10 µm scale |
| Dimensions | 85 × 162 × 256 mm |
| Weight | 1.75 kg |
| Accessories included | Hexagonal spanners (2 mm, 2.5 mm), electrode holder, grounding screws and washers |
Applications
- Rapid X/Z adjustment for brain manipulations
- Rapid retraction and/or insertion outside the brain
- Bregma/lambda levelling phase on animals
- Works in conjunction with a fine micromanipulator for intracerebral operations