- Typical capacity
- Units of this type typically feature a large paraffin reservoir, often holding several litres, and multiple heated wells for forceps and cassettes.
- Power supply
- Commonly operates on standard laboratory electrical supplies, typically 230V, 50Hz for the UK market, with specific power consumption varying by model.
- Temperature range (embedding module)
- The paraffin bath and heated work surfaces typically maintain temperatures between 50°C and 75°C, with precise digital control.
- Temperature range (cryo console)
- The integrated cold plate commonly reaches temperatures from -5°C to -15°C, providing rapid cooling for paraffin blocks.
- Footprint
- For this class of equipment, the embedding centre and cryo console together typically require a significant benchtop area, often around 60-80 cm in width and 50-70 cm in depth.
- Paraffin dispensing
- Units commonly feature a foot-pedal or hand-lever controlled paraffin dispenser for precise flow.