S712 microtome
The S712 offers a combination of manual sectioning and semi-automatic adjustment to suit user habits. Its independent control panel enables specimen feed and retraction, pruning or trimming cutting, thickness adjustment, position memory and semi-automatic half-blade function. The 5″ touch screen displays operation history and alarms for accurate monitoring and optimised maintenance.
Features of the S712 Microtome
- Highly precise cutting system: cross roller bearings, ball screw, 5-phase stepper motor.
- 2-in-1 blade holder compatible with high and low profile blades, lateral adjustment by scale.
- Double lock manual handwheel, brake at all points, user safety.
- Easy cleaning with large-capacity magnetic waste bin.
- Quick positioning with patented synchronisable visual pointer.
- Independent panel with 5″ touchscreen, position memory, history and USB export.
Technical specifications of the S712 Microtome
| Caractéristique | Valeur |
|---|---|
| Adjustable cutting range | 0.5 – 100 µm |
| Pruning thickness | 1 – 800 µm |
| Rapid feed (motorised) | 100 – 3 000 µm/s |
| Sample shrinkage | 0 – 250 µm adjustable |
| Horizontal travel | 28 mm |
| Vertical travel | 70 mm |
| Specimen orientation | X/Y: ± 8°, Z axis: 360°. |
| Max sample size | 60 × 50 × 40 mm |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 490 × 430 × 315 mm |
| Weight | ≈ 30 kg |
| Cutting modes | Continuous, intermittent, multiple, rock, cutting window |
| History and memory | Operational logs, stored position, USB export |
| Additional security | Electronic brake, steering wheel lock, blade protection |
| FDA approval | Yes (S700, S700A, S710, S712 models) |
Applications
- Histopathology, anatomopathology and research requiring precise, repeatable sections.
- Treatment of delicate or hard tissue, series of homogeneous sections.
- Clinical or research laboratories with traceability and safety requirements.