Campden Instruments is a leading manufacturer of vibratomes for the life sciences industry. Campden Intruments' vibrating microtomes (vibratomes) have been used for over 40 years to produce tissue slices for visual patching, extracellular recording and imaging of neurological (e.g. brain slice, spinal cord), heart and lung tissue (e.g. Precision Cut Lung Slices).
Our vibratomes are built to meet the needs of researchers in a range of fields, including neuroscience, cell biology, and histology. Whether you are working with brain tissue, spinal cord tissue, or other types of tissue, our vibratomes can help you achieve high-quality results.
Our vibratomes are easy to use and come with a range of features to help you achieve the results you need. They are available in different configurations (see table below) to meet the specific needs of your laboratory.
We use only the highest-quality materials and cutting-edge technology to manufacture our products. Our vibratomes are designed to last, so you can rely on them for your research projects for years to come.
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| 7000smz-2 | 5100mz-Plus | 5100mz | |
| Optimal Z-Axis Deflection | 0 µm (±0.1 µm) | 0 µm (±2.0 µm) | ≈5-8 µm |
| Opti-cal Vertical (Z-axis) Calibration Device* | Included as standard | Included as standard | Optional Accessory |
| Blade Oscillation Frequency Range | 50**-120 Hz | 50-80 Hz | 50-80 Hz |
| Blade Oscillation Amplitude (nominal) |
Minimum: 0.5 mm Maximum: 2.5 mm |
Minimum: 0.5 mm Maximum: 1.5 mm |
Minimum: 0.5 mm Maximum: 1.5 mm |
| Amplitude Step Size (nominal) |
0.25 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.5 mm |
| Advance Speed Resolution During Slicing | 0.01 mm/sec | 0.1 mm/sec | 0.1 mm/sec |
| Specimen Retraction as Blade Retracts | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Specimen Size | 28x50x19 | 28x50x19 | 28x50x19 |
| Slice thickness | 1 -999um in auto Up to 20mm in manual |
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| Cutting Range | 40mm | 40mm | 40mm |
| Memory to Store Section Thickness | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Multiple User Settings | 8 different | 8 different | 8 different |
| Operating Modes | Manual, semi-automated Slice Window or fully automated Profile Repeat | Manual or semi-automated Slice Window | Manual or semi-automated Slice Window |
| Cooling Options | Ice bath or optional Model 7610A Tissue Bath Cooler | ||
| Physiological temperature unit | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 16.5" x 15.7" x 10.6" 420 x 400 x 270 mm |
13.7" x 17.7 x 13.7" 350 x 450 x 350 mm |
13.7" x 17.7 x 13.7" 350 x 450 x 350 mm |
* Campden's Opti-cal is calibrated with metrology equipment traceable to National Standards.
** Lower Blade Oscillation frequences are possible. Please contact us for information.
Model 7000smz-2
Our top of the range high precision, vibrating microtome, this is the finest tissue slicer in the world for preparations for visual patch clamping. Shown with optional Slice incubation chamber and temperature controller.
Model 5100mz-Plus
The 5100-Plus is perfect for those who need to keep slices viable for longer e.g. for electrophysiological field recordings. The user can calibrate the Z-axis deflection of the blade to 2 µm with the adjustable blade holder and “Opti-cal” Calibration device.
Model 5100mz
The 5100mz is a very competitively priced, high precision, vibrating microtome (vibrotome for short) which shares many features with the top of the range 7000smz series, such as the vibrating mechanism, the inner and outer tissue baths and the easy to use control system.
Model 5100-1-45
Optional kit to upgrade the 5100mz to the 5100mz-Plus. Allowing the user to optimally calibrate the Z-axis deflection of the blade to 2±0.1 µm.
