Sliding microtome cryostat CM3600 XP

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Overview
Leica CM3600 XP is the cryo-macrotome for whole‑body sectioning, used to quantitatively investigate distribution of labelled compounds, pharmaceuticals and biologicals in pre‑clinical studies. It is also suitable for anatomical and morphological analysis of large specimens, including cryoplaning for 3D reconstruction.

GLP documentation and data tracking
Windows PC‑operated instrument controller manages user access rights and records a chronological audit trail of events and alarms. Experimental parameters and results are stored in customizable protocols to support reproducibility and GLP requirements.

Sectioning large objects
The heavy‑duty microtome does not require fixation inside the stainless‑steel cryochamber and can be positioned to the operator's preference. The knife holder supports specimens up to 450 x 150 x 200 mm (L x W x H).

Section dehydration for QWBA
Quantitative whole‑body autoradiography workflows require dehydration of frozen sections; the CM3600 XP uses a twin‑compressor convection cooling design to provide extra capacity and a constant cold‑air stream during dehydration.

Comfort and safety
Ergonomic and safety features include a knee lever for hands‑free sectioning, a lid retainer that locks the lid open, and integrated 24 V illumination inside the cryochamber to improve visibility and reduce injury risk.

Accessories / consumables (FAQ)

• Section collection tape 76 mm x 66 mm — order number 140417 39651
• Section collection tape 148 mm x 66 mm — order number 140417 39652

Product notice
FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.

Technical specifications

• Model: Leica CM3600 XP
• Intended use: whole‑body sectioning, anatomical/morphological analysis, cryoplaning for 3D reconstruction, pre‑clinical QWBA workflows
• Controller: Windows PC‑operated controller with access rights management and chronological audit trail
• Data: experimental data recorded in customizable protocols to support reproducibility and GLP documentation
• Microtome: heavy‑duty microtome; no fixation required inside stainless‑steel cryochamber
• Maximum specimen size (L x W x H): 450 x 150 x 200 mm
• Cooling system: convection cooling with twin‑compressor design for increased capacity and constant cold‑air stream
• Safety & ergonomics: knee lever, lid retainer to lock open lid, integrated 24 V illumination
• Accessories: dedicated section collection tapes (see FAQ order numbers)