[Histonet] RE: Histonet Digest, Vol 127, Issue 2

[Hugh Luk]

Sylvia,

I per diem at a lab that has four Microm HM355 S microtomes (previous generation), and they work well; easy to get used to and dependable when serviced properly.  Your HM 325 appears to have a similar mechanism that served their needs for years.

The Thermo Finesse is also a decent machine.  Another lab had a ME (motorized) version.  Also easy to get used to and dependable.  My only concern was a short disposable knife holder without side guards, but I see that is not offered anymore.

Tanner has been around for awhile.  Have not experience their handiwork.  Ask for references if they cannot let you try one first.

Used?  I can't really recommend them as I got super-burned when I let an administrator buy used equipment.  Perhaps you can get someone dependable to vouch for the instrument plus a return policy.(?)

Lastly, my lab has several Sakura Accu-cut SRM 200s and Leica RM2255s.  Small labs with low volume and little $ will appreciate Sakura.   Leica models are most histotechs gold-standard but are pricier (deservedly so).

Service?  Also find out who can service your unit.  A local bio-technician is preferred.  

My $0.02.  Hope something here is helpful.

Hugh
Hawaii


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> Date: Mon, 2 Jun 2014 21:19:38 +0000
> From: Sylvia Shockey <Sylvia.Shockey <@t> clinicalpathologyassoc.com>
> Subject: [Histonet] Microtome
> To: "histonet <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu"
> 	<histonet <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu>
> Hello,
>                    My name is Sylvia Shockey I work in a histology lab. One of our microtomes is not working properly and would appreciate some advice on purchasing a new one or maybe refurbished.  I have had some quotes on a Tanner scientific manual rotary microtome, titan 5000 . Thermo Shandon Finesse and a Thermo Shandon Microm HM325. Mr. Grimm with Thermo fisher has new and used on both of these models. Help me please I don't want to buy a clunker.  Thanks for your time.
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