Avantik QS12 Cryostat Microtome

Cryobar cooling (peltier element) Max. -55°C (-67°F)
Chamber temperature Max. -35°C -2K/+1K (-31°F -2K/+1K) at +20°C room temp. (decrease 0,7°C/1°C room temp. increase)
Defrosting options Programmed/Immediate
Section thickness range 1-500 µm
Fine section thickness range 1-100 µm
Fine section thickness resolution 1-10 µm in 1 µm steps
10-50 µm in 2 µm steps
20-50 µm in 5 µm steps
50-100 µm in 10 µm steps
Trimming thickness range 5-500 µm
Trimming thickness resolution 5-30 µm in 5 µm steps
30-100 µm in 10 µm steps
100-200 µm in 20 µm steps
200-500 µm in 50 µm steps
Specimen retraction (return travel) 20 µm
Vertical specimen stroke 64 mm
Horizontal specimen movement 28 mm
Specimen approach Automated via arrow buttons
Chuck size 30, 40 mm (additional special sizes are available)
Specimen orientation x - and y - axes universal 8° with zero positioning; z-axis up to 360°
Coarse feed Motorized
Cutting drive Manual via handwheel
Handwheel lock Mechanical
Clearance angle adjustment Disposable blade carrier 8-16°
Temperature (operating limits) +5°C to +35°C (+41°F to +95°F)
(at a max. Relative humidity of 60%)
Temperature (recommended operation) +15°C to +30°C (+59°F to +86°F)
Note: Performance may deteriorate when operated outside of this range.
Temperature (transport and storage) -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
Relative humidity Max. 60% RH up to 35°C
Altitude Up to 2000 m (6,500 ft)
Pollution degree 2
Over voltage category II
Floor loading requirements 230 kg/m2 (507 lb/ft2)
Protection class I
Sound emission 45 dB (A) - measured with 1m distance to the instrument.
Refrigerant R404a, filling amount: 100...120V 172g
Power rating 100-120V~, 60Hz, 7A
BTU 1020 BTU/hour
Dimensions (W x D x H) w/o handwheel 25.19 x 29.9 x 45.3 in (64 x 76 x 115 cm)
Weight 315.2 lb (143 kg)