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Leica Reichert MM80 E Mirror Cryo Fixation Unit by Leica is a used cryo fixation units listing available for GBP 950. Browse specifications, request seller details, and find similar equipment on Machinery Masters.
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Price: £ 950
Leica Reichert MM80 E Mirror Cryo Fixation Unit
Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom5,791 km away
Model Number
MM80 E
Stock Number
49353664.1591
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Applications & Use Cases
- Rapid freezing of biological samples for electron microscopy.
- Cryo-fixation of delicate tissues to preserve ultrastructure.
- Preparation of samples for immunocytochemistry.
- Research in cell biology and neuroscience.
- Pathological examination requiring high-resolution imaging.
Typical Specifications
- Typical cooling method
- Liquid nitrogen or similar cryogen, often with a mirror surface for optimal heat transfer.
- Operating temperature range
- Typically down to -190°C or lower for rapid freezing.
- Sample size
- Designed for small, delicate biological samples, often in the millimetre range.
- Power supply
- Commonly 230V, 50Hz for units of this type in the UK.
- Footprint
- Benchtop unit; dimensions vary but are typically compact for laboratory use.
- Fixation speed
- Extremely rapid, often within milliseconds, to prevent ice crystal formation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Cryo-fixation is a rapid freezing technique used to preserve biological samples in a near-native state, preventing ice crystal damage and maintaining cellular ultrastructure for subsequent analysis.
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