AST500 Semi-automatic Cryostat Microtome

The AST 500 combines advanced refrigeration and semi-automatic feed controls to produce high-quality frozen sections for diagnostic and research applications. Its cryogenic chamber maintains ultra-low temperatures for specimen stability, while motor-assisted feed and adjustable thickness ensure reproducible cuts. The system’s user interface and ergonomic specimen movement features simplify workflow in busy histology labs. It is ideal for frozen section diagnosis in pathology departments, research histology, and educational settings, enabling efficient preparation of tissue slices ready for staining and microscopic examination.

Features

• Cryogenic chamber with deep-freeze capability and stable temperature control.

• Semi-automatic feed for smooth, reproducible specimen advancement.

• Adjustable section thickness range for precise control.

• Wide trim range for preparing tissue block faces.

• Retractable specimen feed for safety between cuts.

• Dual-speed coarse feed modes for efficiency and control.

• Universal voltage compatibility for global lab environments.

• Large stage and chamber to accept standard embedding cassettes.

• Motor-assisted controls reduce operator fatigue and enhance consistency.

Specifications of AST500 Semi-automatic Microtome Cryostat

• Ease of use in application and maintenance
• Designed with sample and reagent ID-barcode reading, in-tip dilution reducing consumable costs
• Intuitive and highly flexible open software with complete data reduction and LIS interfaces
• Integrated PC and touchscreen eliminates the need for an external workstation
• Smart time-management allows processing up to 3 microplates simultaneously

• Photometric range: 0 to 3.0 OD
• Spectral range: 400 nm to 700 nm (up to 8 filters)
• Read time: < 15 sec single, < 30 sec dual
• Precision: 1% CV at 1.0 OD
• Accuracy: ±0.005 OD or 2.5 % (whichever is greater)
• Linearity: 0 to 2.000 OD ±1 %

• Min / max. volumes: 10 µl to 300 µl with 300 µl tip, 301 µl to 1000 µl with 1100 µl tip
• Precision (single dispense): < 3 % CV at 20 µl, < 3 % CV at 100 µl
• Precision (multi dispense): < 10 % CV at 16 x 20 µl, < 3 % CV at 8 x 100 µl
• Features: Pipetting pressure monitoring, capacitive liquid level detection, tip detection, mixing, multiple dilution steps, archiving

• Sample and reagent capacity: Up to 192 samples (Flexible: e.g. 144 samples + 8 reagents + 16 controls)

• Temperature range: Up to 45 °C
• Temperature uniformity: ±1.5 °C (with in-process temperature uniformity monitoring)
• Shaking: 20 Hz

• Precision: 10% CV at 300 µl
• Residual volume: <2.5 µl in U-bottom (mean), <4 µl in flat bottom (mean)
• Wash buffer capacity: 3 wash buffers
• Modes: Sweep mode, soak, top and bottom wash, variable pump speed

• Width x Depth x Height: 125 cm x 65 cm (without waste bag) x 75 cm with closed cover (49” x 26” x 30”)

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• Total Volume: 60mL.
• Specimen Container, Leak-proof, Ideal for Pathology/Histology/Cytology reagent pre-filling sample preparation.
• Made of premium PP material, it is durable for usage.
• Some measurements can be used to not only use urine samples, it can also be used for other liquids.

• Color: Blue
• The outer diameter of the lancet: 28G
• Packing: 50 Pieces