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COMPRESSTOME® VF-800-0Z

Large Diameter Vibrating Microtome

Our Compresstome® VF-800-0Z tissue slicer is a fully-automated large diameter vibrating microtome capable of embedding large organs or multiple samples simultaneously for preclinical uses. Experimental applications include:

  • High-throughput tissue sectioning
  • Slice cultures for drug screening
  • Large diameter samples (i.e., primate brain)

Key Features of the VF-800-0Z Vibratome

Key Features of the VF-800-0Z Vibratome

User-friendly controls: Fully integrated control box has intuitive control parameters for controlling tissue sectioning

Compact Design: Small design for a vibratome that can section large tissues

Ultra precision: custom made blades for ultra precision of large tissues

Large cutting area: Can section samples up to 100 mm, or multiple samples

Durable: Equipped with a powerful, cordless motor for quiet and durable operation

What Sets the VF-800-0Z Apart

Healthy tissue sections from large organs

The VF-800-0Z excels at slicing large, delicate specimens, such as whole brains from monkeys or human organs like the heart and liver, making it ideal for your large organ research.

Make hundreds of tissue sections fast

Designed to section many tissues at once, this vibratome enables precise sectioning for drug screening studies, including liver and kidney slices critical for metabolism and toxicity testing.

Full Automation for Consistent and Reliable Performance

The VF-800-0Z ensures reproducible tissue sections across a wide range of applications, delivering consistent results for long-term studies and diverse experimental needs.

VF-800-0Z Technical Specifications

Advance speed

0-5 mm/s, adjustable

Return speed

10 mm/s, fixed

Vibration frequency

0-60 Hz, adjustable

Vibration amplitude

1 mm, fixed

Z-Axis vibration

<4 µm

Compatible cutting blades

Tungsten carbide blades

Cutting angle

20 degrees, fixed

Thickness adjustment

Automatic, digital

Micrometer resolution

1 µm

Maximum tissue diameter

Maximum tissue length

85 mm

Slice thickness range

40 µm to 2000 µm

Cutting modes

Single or continuous, selectable

Buffer tray size (L x W x H)

330 x 153 x 25 mm

Power source

AC 100-110V, 200-240V
Only the original power supply unit (power cord) should be used with the Compresstome® VF-800-0Z model.

Power consumption

18 W

Dimensions (L x W x H)

350 x 368 x 415 mm

Weight

17.6 kg

Key Application Areas

Researchers Trust Precisionary

Jonathon Ting

Dr. Jonathan Ting

Allen Institute

“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 complete transcardial perfusion, brain removal, and slicing all within less than 10 minutes, which is half the time needed with the Leica vibratome.”

Jillian Lovejoy

Novartis

Working with the Precisionary team has been phenomenal. Their customer service is unmatched. They respond quickly, work quickly, and are constantly looking for ways to improve user experiences. I have had great success using their Compresstome VF-800-OZ for tissue slicing. This model has allowed me to increase throughput, consistency and efficiency simultaneously, while yielding amazing results. The device is user friendly, compact for any lab space, and produces quality tissue slices with ease. The amazing customer service together with the functionality of the device make Precisionary stand out amongst the other companies in industry.

Dr. Joannah Fergusson

University of Oxford

The compresstome has enabled us to cut live precision slices of tissues that we were unable to cut using a conventional vibratome, and so has made a huge difference to many projects! The customer service provided by Precisionary is excellent – always helpful, always friendly, always prompt. I can highly recommend this company and its products.

FAQs

What is the maximum specimen diameter that the VF-800-0Z can accommodate?

The VF-800-0Z can accommodate specimens up to 100 mm in diameter, making it suitable for sectioning large organs or multiple samples simultaneously for high throughput.

What is the thinnest slice thickness achievable with the VF-800-0Z?

The VF-800-0Z is capable of producing tissue slices as thin as 40 microns, allowing for detailed histological analysis.

What are the key applications of the VF-800-0Z?

The VF-800-0Z is ideal for high-throughput tissue sectioning, slice cultures for drug screening,sectioning large diameter samples such as primate brains, and more.

Is the VF-800-0Z fully automated?

Yes, the VF-800-0Z is a fully automated vibrating microtome, allowing for precise and consistent sectioning with user-friendly controls. The control box is built into the machine, making it easier to place in a compact space without the need for an external control box.

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