Our Compresstome® tissue slicer is a vibrating microtome that uses a high-frequency oscillating cutting blade to help you slice through tissue to get sections for research and clinical use.
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Agarose embedding is the process of embedding your tissue sample with agarose solution before you cut tissue slices with the Compresstome© vibratome. It takes only a fraction of the user’s time for sectioning overall and aids in the production of healthier and smoother tissue slides.
These vibrating heads are precisely aligned to eliminate vibrations in the Z-axis. Auto Zero-Z® technology helps reduce damage to surface cells on live tissue samples, and further reduce chattermarks on thin sections for improved imaging results
Experience unparalleled customer service with fast response times. Our dedicated team supports scientists and clinicians, ensuring successful research for years to come.
Advance speed |
0-4 mm/s, adjustable |
Maximum tissue diameter |
15.5 mm, 20 mm |
Return speed |
6 mm/s, fixed |
Maximum tissue length |
22 mm |
Vibration frequency |
0-65 Hz, adjustable |
Slice thickness range |
1 um to 999um Quality tested to cut below 10 um (can cut as low as 4 um depending on tissue type) |
Vibration amplitude |
1.2 mm, fixed |
Cutting modes |
Single or continuous, selectable |
Z-Axis vibration |
~0 um |
Buffer tray size (L x W x H) |
110 x 60 x 30 mm |
Compatible cutting blades |
Double-edge stainless steel blades, Ceramic blades, Tungsten carbide blades |
Power source |
110-240V AC |
Cutting angle |
20 degrees, fixed |
Power consumption |
18 W |
Thickness adjustment |
Automatic, digital |
Dimensions (L x W x H) |
330 x 255 x 195 mm |
Micrometer resolution |
1 um |
Weight |
6 kg |
Information flyer |
VF-510-0Z user manual |
Tech specs |
List of models |
VF-210-0Z vs. VF-510-0Z |
Top Compresstome references |
Compresstome for Electrophysiology |
Compresstome for Precision-Cut tissue slices |
Warranty and service plans |
At Precisionary Instruments, we stand firmly behind the quality of our Compresstome® vibrating microtomes. Starting July 1, 2022, we will be offering a 5–year warranty for all new Compresstome® units purchased on that date and after. The 5–year warranty is included with each Compresstome® tissue slicer purchase (no additional fees)! Our warranty includes repairs, parts, labor, and shipping. This new 5–year warranty program applies only to these Compresstome® models: VF-210-0Z, VF-310-0Z, VF-500-0Z, and VF-510-0Z.
After the end of the warranty period, we also offer an Annual Service Agreement or plan to take care of your microtome for years to come!
Precisionary Instruments offers an annual service agreement that can be purchased. The purchase must take place within the five years following Compresstome® delivery. Each subsequent annual service plan agreement purchase must be completed within the prior year’s service coverage. An annual service plan agreement cannot be purchased if there is a gap in annual service coverage. The annual service plan agreement is detailed as follows:
5-year warranty |
Includes parts, accessories, shipping fees, and labor |
Annual service BASIC plan |
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Annual service PREMIUM plan |
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At Precisionary Instruments, we strive to make delivery of your new instruments as smooth as possible. For Compresstome® vibratomes, it will take about 5-7 days for your new microtome to arrive to your lab after we receive your purchase order. Please contact us for any questions about delivery and lead times.
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