Cryostat Microtome FM-CMT-B100 is a semi-automatic cryostat designed for high-precision tissue sectioning, which has an accurate sectioning range from 1 to 100µm. It has a rapid specimen freezing down to -60°C, ensuring ergonomic safety and reliable long-term use. Our microtome has semiconductor refrigeration, intuitive defrost logic, and extensive freezing capacity, making it a comprehensive solution for frozen tissue sectioning. It is ideal for pathology labs, research institutes, and biological specimen preparation.
$16,555.00
Specifications
| Section thickness range | 1µm to 100µm |
| Section setting values | 1µm to 20µm, with a step of 1µm 20µm to 50µm, with a step of 2µm 50µm to 100µm, with a step of 5µm |
| Trimming Thickness range | 1µm to 600µm |
| Trimming Thickness values | 1µm to 50µm, with a step of 5µm 50µm, with a step of 10µm,100µm to 600µm, with a step of 50µm |
| Specimen Retraction | 0 to 200µm, adjustable, with a step of 5µm |
| Section Thickness Deviation | ±20% |
| Horizontal specimen stroke | 25±1mm |
| Vertical specimen stroke | 59±0.5mm |
| Specimen max size | 55×55mm |
| Specimen slow speed (forward/rewind) | 300µm/s |
| Specimen fast speed (Forward/rewind) | 900µm/s |
| Specimen positioning | 12° for X & Y axis 360° for Z axis |
| Refrigeration | R449A/400±5g |
| Defrost | Manual/Auto |
| Freezing shelf’s operation temperature | -40°C to 40°C |
| Minimum Reaching Temperature | -60°C (+5°C) |
| Temperature Range | -35°C to 40°C |
| Specimen holder freezing point | 18 |
| Semi-conductor | 2 |
| Voltage frequency | 220 to 240VAC,50Hz; 220 to 240VAC, 60 Hz 110 to 127VAC, 60Hz |
| Main fuse | 4A |
| Power Consumption | 690W |
| Power Supply | 220V to 240VAC, 1400VA; 110 to 127VAC, 1200VA |
| Dimension(W×D×H) | 780×700×1280mm |
| Package dimension(W×D×H) | 913×804×1467mm |
| Net weight | 120kg |
| Gross weight | 208±10kg |
Features
Applications
Standards
Accessory | Quantity |
Specimen Disc | 10pcs |
Fuse(4A) | 2pcs |
Appliance Stand | 1pcs |
Power line | 1 line |
Hexagonal Wrench | 1 set |
Brush | 1pc |
Handle | 1pc |
Frequently Asked Question
1: How does the defrost logic optimize uptime and specimen preservation in Cryostat Microtome FM-CMT-B100?
Cryostat Microtome FM-CMT-B100 initiates automatic/manual defrost every 15 minutes or when the chamber temperature hits -5°C, whichever occurs first. This ensures efficient frost removal without significantly warming the chamber. The early-end mechanism protects tissue from thawing artefacts.
2: Why are semiconductor freezing points integrated with traditional freezing shelves in Cryostat Microtome FM-CMT-B100?
In Cryostat Microtome FM-CMT-B100, semiconductor-cooling offers localized ultra-fast freezing points, ideal for urgent or delicate specimens. These complement the main refrigerant system for uniform base cooling. This dual-layer design accelerates workflow and reduces freezing inconsistencies. It is especially beneficial for simultaneous multi-specimen processing.
3: How does the specimen clamp’s triaxle adjustment enhance sectioning precision in Cryostat Microtome FM-CMT-B100?
In Cryostat Microtome FM-CMT-B100, the clamp supports ±12° tilt on both X and Y axes and full 360° rotation on Z axis. This allows optimal orientation of tissue blocks for flat, artefact-free cuts. Researchers can align anatomical structures accurately for longitudinal or cross-sectional analysis.
4: What is the significance of ±20 % section thickness deviation, and how is it managed Cryostat Microtome FM-CMT-B100?
In Cryostat Microtome FM-CMT-B100, the deviation accounts for mechanical and thermal variability during cryo-sectioning. With precise digital settings and retraction control, most variance is mitigated during practice. Operators can recalibrate and fine-tune sections using real-time feedback.
5: How does the German guide rail system contribute to the sectioning of hard samples in Cryostat Microtome FM-CMT-B100?
In Cryostat Microtome FM-CMT-B100, German-engineered rails offer superior mechanical strength and ultra-smooth sliding motion. This minimizes vibrations and resistance during microtomy, even with calcified or fibrous tissues. It ensures clean cuts without motor strain or blade deflection.
Fison’s Cryostat Microtomes are specialized equipment designed for biological tissue sample sectioning at very low temperatures. It combines the function of a microtome and a refrigeration system, allowing histologists and pathologists to prepare ultra-thin frozen tissue sections for rapid microscopic analysis, particularly useful in clinical diagnostics. These are equipped with digital controls, anti-roll devices, and an automatic defrosting system to ensure high-quality results. Our Cryostat Microtomes chamber maintains a controlled temperature typically between -20°C to -30°C to freeze the tissue quickly. They are essential in research fields like oncology for rapid cancer diagnosis, neurological, and virology, where time-sensitive analysis is critical.