Microtomes, rotary
Rotary Microtome is a highly versatile
sectioning device suitable for medical institutions, research &
pathological Laboratories. This microtome has special application for cutting
these sections of histopathological specimens. It is ideal for those who want
to avail advantages of a rotary microtome at a moderate cost. The entire
mechanism stands on a heavy cast iron base ensuring stability and rigidity, its
compound slide ways of critical tolerance guide the specimen block. The metal
hinged cover housing protects the internal mechanism against dust and paraffin
waste, it can be conveniently opened for resetting, cleaning and lubricating.
The microtome is driven by a handle which can also be locked. Cutting sections
are obtained in different thickness by mechanically operated crank through a
Inurled in front of the instrument. The knurled knob is graduated in microns
for feed setting and ready reference detent click action ensures positive
adjustment in one micron increment. The knife holder unit is equipped with a
rotating knife clamp to adjust desired angles for best sectioning. It as
forward and backward movement to ensure contact of specimen with the knife and
lateral movement to get maximum use to knife edge. Smooth & accurate
specimen movement is achieved with the time proven operating principles of the
feed mechanism. Travel is entirely independent to the vertical movement of the
specimen block. When the feed limit reaches to an end point, it disengages
itself. To bring the feed screw back, the vice is pressed slightly and the main
gear wheel is turned clockwise till the screw reaches its starting position.
All parts are fabricated from selected alloys and the microtome knife is
manufactured from fine grain steel tested to maintain optimum sharpness
strength.