Thermo Microm HM355 S2 Automated Microtome

Description

Thermo Microm HM355 S2 Automated Microtome

The Thermo Microm HM355 S2 Automated Microtome is a high-precision instrument used for slicing and sectioning samples for microscopic analysis. It features a unique design that allows for easy and precise sectioning of samples with a minimal amount of damage. The microtome includes a high-precision cutting angle adjustment, a large cutting stroke, and a high-resolution display for easy control and visualization of the cutting process. It also has a modular design, which allows for easy maintenance and upgrading of the instrument. Overall, the HM355 S Microtome is a reliable and versatile instrument suitable for use in a wide range of research and industrial applications.

The Thermo Scientific HM355 S Microtome accessories include a range of options such as knives, blade holders, and other replacement parts to enhance the performance of the instrument and ensure it is suitable for different type of samples and application. Other accessories like cryo-attachment and warm stage can be added to the microtome for working with frozen or warm samples . It also has a range of options for sample holders, including a paraffin block holder, cryo-holder, and plastic cassette holder.

Advantages:

Excellent for routine paraffin sections and plastic-embedded specimens

High-quality sections with less fatigue

Unmatched safety, ease-of-use, reliability, and consistency of results

Instant switch between trim and section settings with independently selectable trim and section speeds

Rock option: specimen head advances by a set amount to trim specimens without turning the handwheel through full turns

Selectable retraction feature

Guide-rail guidance

Specifications:

Cutting stroke: 72mm

Total specimen advance: 28mm

Maximum sectioning speed: 400mm/s

Section thickness range: 0.5-100μm

Trim thickness range: 5-500μm

Retraction range: 40μm

Section counter: Standard