rouble-free freeze-substitution and low temperature embedding on a routine basis.
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- Unlimited capability for storing protocols and reports
- Additional temperaure sensor provided to measure sample temperature in a reagent vial during Freeze Substitution run.
- Low-loss LN2 Dewar can be refilled during a substitution run
- Internal illumination of substitution work chamber automatically activated when chamber cover removed
- Specimen agitation
- Cryo transfer tool provided to safely & conveniently remove cold sample holders
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Cryofixed samples, typically stored in LN2, are transferred into the FS-8500 where the substitution solvent is pre-programmed to a temperature below that where secondary ice crystal growth can occur.
The FS-8500 uses liquid nitrogen as a coolant to achieve a base operating temperature of –140C (133K) which is well below the ice recrystallization temperature in any biological structure. The temperature of the substitution chamber is set & regulated by the included laptop computer to an accuracy of better than +/- 0.5C over the range from -140C to +50C.
The FS-8500 is a free standing, caster wheel mounted, system with a large, stainless steel worktop mounted to its 50 liter low-loss LN2 Dewar. The temperature controlled substitution chamber is conveniently located in the center of the worktop for easy access. The chamber is provided with a viewing port/ cover, which is removed to gain access into the substitution workspace. As it is removed, the ventilation system is automatically turned on to extract fumes and the chamber internal illumination is turned on.
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Dimensions | Work table: 26 inches (660 mm) x 26 inches (660 mm) Height: 31 inches above floor (790 mm) |
Weight (empty) | 55 kg |
Dewar | 50 Liter LN2 capacity low-loss stainless steel, mounted on caster wheels |
Temp Range | -140°C to +50°C ±0.5°C |
Front Panel Controls and Indicators | Front Panel Controls and Indicators Temperature and time display Store and recall buttons for memory locations Data Key select button Programming select button Program step indicator Memory location buttons Status indicator Start and Pause buttons Alarm Reset Button LN2 level indicator display |
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3 Temp vs Time (Ramp) Settings (R1 – R3)
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