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Compresstome® VF-510-0Z

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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Applications of Compresstome VF-510-0Z

By Experiments

Electrophysiology

Immunohistochemistry

Histopathology

High-throughput sectioning

Large sample (whole organ) sectioning

Precision-cut tissue slices (PCTS)

Imaging

Electron microscopy

Genetic Sequencing (Single-Cell Isolation)

In-situ hybridization

Material & Bio-engineering (Polymers)

Organoids

Organotypic slice culture

Plant research

Adipose

Adrenal Gland

Bone

Brain (fixed)

Brain (live or acute)

Brainstem

Breast

Cartilage

Cerebellum

Ear

Embryo

Eye

Gut (intestines)

Heart

Kidney

Liver

Lung

Lymph nodes

Muscle

Plants

Pancreas

Polymers

Reproductive organs

Skin (dermis & epidermis)

Spinal cord

Spleen

Tumor

Mouse

Rat

Human

Non-human primates

Bird (Zebra finch)

Chick

Fish

Frog

Guinea pig

Pig

Plants

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Electrophysiology

Immunohistochemistry

Histopathology

High-throughput sectioning

Large sample (whole organ) sectioning

Precision-cut tissue slices (PCTS)

Imaging

Electron microscopy

Genetic Sequencing (Single-Cell Isolation)

In-situ hybridization

Material & Bio-engineering (Polymers)

Organoids

Organotypic slice culture

Plant research

Adipose

Adrenal Gland

Bone

Brain (fixed)

Brain (live or acute)

Brainstem

Breast

Cartilage

Cerebellum

Ear

Embryo

Eye

Gut (intestines)

Heart

Kidney

Liver

Lung

Lymph nodes

Muscle

Plants

Mouse

Rat

Human

Non-human primates

Bird (Zebra finch)

Chick

Fish

Frog

Guinea pig

Pig

Plants

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Key features

    • Durable

    • Equipped with powerful, cordless motor for quiet and durable operation

    • Easy to clean

    • Removable buffer tray and tube base allows for easy cleaning and changing tube sizes

    • Fast loading of cutting samples

    • Our one-touch unlocking mechanism on the sliding control box allows for rapid sample loading

    • User-friendly controls

    • Fully integrated control box has intuitive control parameters for controlling tissue sectioning

    • Compatible with multiple blade types

    • New magnetic blade holder allows for easy magnetic attachment of stainless steel blades, or glue-on attachment of ceramic and tungsten blades

    • Easy-to-mount blade holder

    • Fixed blade angle offers convenient operation with no need for manual alignment

    • Increased lifespan of microtome

    • Built-in see-through cover protects oscillating parts from aerosolized buffer solution
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WHAT SETS PRECISIONARY MICROTOMES APART

Agarose embedding

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.

Auto zero-Z® technology

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

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Experience unparalleled customer service with fast response times. Our dedicated team supports scientists and clinicians, ensuring successful research for years to come.

Agarose embedding
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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.
Auto zero-Z® technology
Read More
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
Best-in-class customer service
Read More
These vibrating heads are precisely aligned to elimate 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

Specs and details

Tech specs

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
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About the Compresstome VF-510-0Z

Information flyer

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VF-510-0Z user manual

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Tech specs

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Comparing Compresstome models

List of models

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VF-210-0Z vs. VF-510-0Z

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References and Applications

Top Compresstome references

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Compresstome for Electrophysiology

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Compresstome for Precision-Cut tissue slices

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Warranty and service plans

Warranty and service plans

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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!

Annual service plans

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
  • Precisionary Instruments covers all repair labor fees and maintenance costs under the Annual Service Agreement.
  • Precisionary Instruments covers all cost of parts, accessories, or shipping fees.
  • In summary, one (1) annual Basic Plan provides one (1) extended year of warranty.
Annual service PREMIUM plan
  • Precisionary Instruments covers all repair labor fees and maintenance costs under the Annual Service Agreement.
  • Precisionary Instruments covers all cost of parts, accessories, or shipping fees.
  • In summary, one (1) annual Basic Plan provides one (1) extended year of warranty.
  • Includes one (1) ship back to company for full preventative maintenance.

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Consumables for Compresstome vibrating microtome

Other (Compresstome® Consumables)

7 Products

Compresstome® Cutting Blades

3 Products

Agarose Tablets

1 Product

Parts and accessories for Compresstome vibrating microtome

Specimen Tubes & Kits

11 Products

Oxygenation Attachment

1 Product

Other (Compresstome® Parts)

8 Products

Lamp/Light & Magnifying Lens

3 Products

Chilling Blocks

2 Products

Buffer Trays

10 Products

Blade Holders

4 Products

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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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Want to connect with other researchers that have used Precisionary slicers?

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The main advantages of this machine are the rapid speed of slicing and the manual stabilization afforded by the agarose embedding. I am able to prepare uniform slices in both the coronal and horizontal planes, and I routinely completely transcardial perfusion, brain removal, and slicing all within less than 10 minutes, which is half the time needed with the Leica vibratome."
Dr. Jonathan Ting
Dr. Jonathan TingAllen Institute
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We use the Compresstome vibratome for our precision cut lung slice (PCLS) experiments, and we are very satisfied with the sectioning. We use the Compresstome on a regular basis (multiple days per week). When we first ordered, the Compresstome was shipped within just a couple weeks and customer support responded within 24h whenever we had issues or questions. In addition, the training videos and zoom calls were extremely beneficial to get started. We have been very satisfied with the customer support before and after purchase."
Dr. Claudia Loebel
Dr. Claudia LoebelUniversity of Michigan
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We have experience using a variety of microtomes from different vendors, but we are excited by the Compresstome®’s ability to provide superior slices."
Dr. Shaoyu Ge
Dr. Shaoyu GeDepartment of Neurobiology, SUNY
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The instruments are fantastic and the support is as well. Responses from technical support are quick and they address your every need and question. I have become a Compresstome® expert in a few days."
Dr. Evan Gomes
Dr. Evan GomesSanofi
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The Compresstome was not only able to produce really nice lung slices, but we were able to produce a lot more [lung slices] than with the Krumdieck. We sectioned lung samples infused with low-melting point agarose, and the Compresstome afforded us the ability to make PCLS for several days. This increased our output from lung slices significantly over the Krumdieck."
Dr. Cynthia Koziol-White
Dr. Cynthia Koziol-WhiteRutgers University
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We have found their customer service to be exemplary."
Dr. Vanessa Routh
Dr. Vanessa RouthRutgers University
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The quality of the product and competitive pricing combined with a helpful, friendly and professional Precisionary Instruments staff have made this a 5 star experience for me and for my company! Thank you!"
Dr. Dennis LongFicosa
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Excellent price, great quality and superb customer service. I appreciate the rapid responses and helpful solutions offered by Precisionary."
Dr. David Geng
Dr. David GengEssex Furukawa
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Precisionary has been a great company to work with. They were incredibly responsive the whole way through, provided excellent guidance on selecting the correct tool for our application, and have been very willing to help with new method development. We have a rotary microtome system from them, and it’s been a great choice.”
Dr. Lucas R. Meza
Dr. Lucas R. MezaUniversity of Washington
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