Microscopy

MICRO MÉCANIQUE offers a comprehensive range of microscopy solutions, cameras, lenses, lighting, motorised stages, incubation chambers and accessories. We support you from selection to installation, including training and maintenance, to optimise your observations and protocols, from teaching laboratories to advanced research.

Electrophysiology & Neuroscience

For over 35 years, MICRO MÉCANIQUE SAS has been supporting researchers and laboratories in neuroscience, electrophysiology and optogenetics. We offer a comprehensive range of equipment (amplifiers, micromanipulators, microinjection systems, etc.) and comprehensive support: advice, installation, training and maintenance throughout France.

SUTTER INSTRUMENT

Capillary tubes for micropipettes, microelectrodes and microinjection – Borosilicate, aluminosilicate and quartz glass

Description of the SUTTER INSTRUMENT

SUTTER INSTRUMENT capillaries are available in a wide range of wall thicknesses to suit many applications.
The range includes :
Borosilicate
Aluminosilicate
Quartz for high optical precision applications
With or without inner filament
Thin or thick walls

Applications

  • Manufacture of micropipettes and intracellular microelectrodes
  • Low resistance microinjection needles
  • Ultra-low noise patch-clamp recordings
  • Pipettes for hard tissue or chromosome dissection
  • Filament pipettes for capillary filling

Technical specifications of the SUTTER INSTRUMENT

Caractéristique Valeur
Borosilicate Wide range of shapes, good patch/microinjection compatibility
Aluminosilicate Fine tip (20-30 nm), high resistivity, ideal for hard tissue and ion micropipettes
Quartz For CO₂très high purity laser stretcher, low dielectric constant, excellent electrical insulation,

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