Bright OTF5000 Cryostat

Bright OTF5000 Cryostat

Based on the long-established and reliable OTF/AS cryostat, the new OTF5000 brings Bright cryostats completely up to date. New styling with improved user ergonomics, the latest blade systems in the ever-reliable and powerful 5040 microtome

• New contoured top for added operator comfort and usability
• Suitable for research and clinical operation
• Automatic evaporator defrost supplied as standard
• Non-urgent functions on side panel
• Uses solid knives or disposable blades including new lever release FeatherTM blade holder
• Contains tried and tested 5040 rotary microtome

Cryochamber Polished stainless steel construction
Quick freezer 9 position, running at 10º C below chamber temperature, ultra
low temperature –80ºC version can be factory fitted at extra cost
Minimum chamber temperature Single compressor –35ºC
Compressor type 1 x 15cc displacement
2 x 15cc displacement (for /EC or /LT options)
Refrigerant Ozone friendly HFC refrigerants
Cooling power 150watt at -35ºC
Chamber temperature control Microprocessor with LED display
Evaporator defrost Automatic with analogue clock
Cutting system Manual with balanced handwheel
Microtome 5040 rotary microtome with beryllium hinges
Section range 0.5 to 30μm in 0.5μm increments
Maximum head advance 5.6mm
Maximum knife block adjustment 44mm (Coarse control)
Knife angle adjustment 25º
Window surrounds Heated
Window demist system Fan driven, automatic
Surface finishes Easy clean, scratch and solvent resistant, flame retardant
Defrost clock Analogue with battery back-up
Non urgent controls Side mounted
Normal working height 990mm
Low working height 890mm

This instrument is in "as new condition having been used for one small project, it is fitted with a low profile knife holder and a UV decontamination lid