Essentials & Equipment
Laboratory Essentials
Biopsy Wraps, Biosavers
This product is located in the Grossing & Embedding section.
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Biopsy Sponge Pads
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Anti Fatigue Mat
Block Lever Extender
Brushes
Camel Hair Round Large
Uses include: dusting microtome & cryostat. Catching cryostat sections. Slightly pointed tip. Max brush diameter ¾” x 1 ½” long.
Camel Hair Round Small
Uses include: preventing cryo sections from curling & laying out tissue in water bath. Soft brown hair with metal ferrule & thin wooden handle. Brush diameter 3/16″ x 13/16″ long.
Camel Hair 1 Flat
Uses include: general cleanup and removing air bubbles from water bath. Dusting sensitive instruments. Wooden handle with metal ferrule. Brush width 1" x 1" long.
Cryostat Aligner
Graduated Cylinders & Beakers
Graduated Cylinders
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- Made of translucent polypropylene for general laboratory work
- Chemically resistant to most acids, bases and many common solvents
- Working temperature range: 4° to 60°C
Graduated Beakers
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- Low form Griffin style beaker made of translucent polypropylene
- Chemically resistant to most acids, bases and many common solvents
- Autoclavable at 121°C
Microtome Aligner
Microtome Blades-Sturkey
Select Microtome Blades
Designed with a Teflon finish to create an edge that can produce superior sections with every cut. Select Microtome Blades are ideal for all general paraffin applications and cryostat use.
Infinity Microtome Blades
Designed for histotechs that use the Accu-Edge and Feather microtome blades. Infinity Microtome Blades perform in the same manner, but last longer and cost less!
Extremus Microtome Blades
Uniquely coated with the hardest of the nitride coatings to suit the widest variety of cutting conditions and will save you time and money. Extremely long lifespan compared to other blades on the market today.
Silver Microtome Blades
Coated with a nitride and copolymer finish to provide smooth, wrinkle-free tissue sections, they are durable, long lasting and a great choice for a general purpose disposable microtome blade!
Gold Microtome Blades
The ultimate blade for cutting hard tissue and bone. It is a high-performance specialty titanium, nitride coated blade and its durability and toughness makes it one of the best values for microtome blades.
Monarch Microtome Blades
Monarch Microtome Blades are coated with a special Teflon-like coating to provide a perfectly smooth and slippery surface for ultimate performance.
OCT
Cryo Spray 60 Below
This product is located in the Laboratory Essentials Section.
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OCT, Tissue Plus
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PAP Pens
PAP Pen Liquid Repellent Mini
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- The surface tension provided by the circle drawn with the pen ensures that only the amount of antibody solution needed for sufficient reaction will be applied.
- Stable up to 129 degrees C in microwave heat.
- Effective for immunostaining procedures by the Peroxidase-Antiperoxidase (PAP) method, ABC method, B-SA method, immunofluorescence method, ASD method, Enzyme method and Frozen Section method.
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PAP Pen Liquid Repellent
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- The surface tension provided by the circle drawn with the pen ensures that only the amount of antibody solution needed for sufficient reaction will be applied.
- Stable up to 129 degrees C in microwave heat.
- Effective for immunostaining procedures by the Peroxidase-Antiperoxidase (PAP) method, ABC method, B-SA method, immunofluorescence method, ASD method, Enzyme method and Frozen Section method.
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PAP GnomePen Classic Liquid Blocker
Has one of the thinnest tips available for a PAP pen and easily allows for adjacent circles on a slide to be drawn.
PAP GnomePen Flat Liquid Blocker
The same qualities of the GnomePen Classic but with a wider, flatter line.
This PAP pen is optimized for Z-stack confocal microscopy.
BarrierPaste Brush Applicator PAP Pen
A hydrophobic blocker that forms extra wide lines via a brush. It is suitable for thick cryosections.
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- 10 ml glass bottle with stirrer magnet and brush
Pens, Marker
KP Marker Plus Pen, VWR
Ultra fine-tip (diameter approximately 0.75mm), dark black ink pen. Write easily on microscope slides and plastic cassettes. Will go through the harshest histology chemistries and stay on. Excellent choice for the toughest applications.
Klinipath BV is the manufacturer of the KP Marker Plus Pen. In 2014, VWR acquired Klinipath BV and recently changed the pen’s name. It is the identical pen to the KP Marker Plus with the same barrel, tip, and ink. The pen’s name is the only change.
Pipettes
Micropipette: Adjustable Volume/Tip Ejector
All Diamond Pro Pipettes come with a super-soft elastomer grip that minimizes fatigue of hands and fingers. The unique padding not only reduces thumb stress, but also minimizes the transfer of body heat to the pipette, resulting in consistent accuracy.
All Diamond Pro pipettors come with the following:
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- Certificate of calibration
- Recalibration tool kit
- Full one year warranty
- High accuracy and precision guaranteed
- Autoclavable tip cone and lower section assembly
- Two step plunger operation that allows for use in both forward and reverse pipetting techniques, depending on the nature of the liquid.
- Color coded for easy identification
Rulers
Rulers for Pathology
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Slide Boxes
Microscope Slide Box - Tall (75mm x 50mm Slides)
A microscope slide box for slides that are 75 x 50 x 1.0mm (3″ x 2″).
- Sturdy ABS material
- Soft cork lining in bottom
- Identification card on inside lid
- Stackable with other boxes
- Holds up to 100 slides
Slide Draining Trays
Slide Draining Tray, Polyethylene
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- Made from chemical-resistant polyethylene
- Solid, strong construction
- Rubber feet for bench top stability
Slide Mailers
Slide Mailer Plastic 5 Place
Polypropylene, rectangular slide box with hinged flip top lid. 5 slide capacity.
Slide Mailer, Plastic 5 Place, Assorted Colors
5 of each color in each pack: Red, Yellow, Blue, Purple & Orange
Slide Mailer Plastic 1 Place
Economical and reusable. Polyethylene mailers have a sturdy resealable clasp. Ideal for shipping specimen slides.
Slide Mailers Cardboard 1, 2 and 4 Place
Made of sturdy cardboard to protect the slides. Available to hold one, two or four slides for transport, with or without coverglass. Thumb groove for easy slide removal.
Slide Presentation Folders
Slide Folder, Cardboard
Cardboard slide trays hold standard (3″ x 1″) slides. The horizontal compartments are recessed protecting the specimens when the cover is closed.
Slide Folder Rack for 20 Place Slide Folder
Store multiple 20 place slide trays for easy retrieval.
- Holds five 20-place slide trays (not included)
- Includes 5 colored clasps for easy identification
- Portable
- Refrigerator safe
- Stackable
Slide Folder, Plastic
Opaque, plastic back with hinged covers that will fold under to save table space. Clear plastic covers for easy recognition of slide content. Slides lay horizontal and have easy release when pushed on end to pop up. Holds 20 slides (3″ x 1″). Dimensions: 7 9/16″ x 11 1/2″ x 7/16″ H.
Slide Tray, Plastic
Convenient slide holder made of heavy duty plastic. Tray designed to hold slide in vertical position for easy left to right reading. Slides rest at a slightly upward angle. Designed for easy tipping of slide to pick up. Stackable trays so that slide will not touch tray above. Holds 20 slides (3″ x 1″). Dimensions: 8 1/8″ x 11 3/4″ x 11/16″ H). Available in white, only.
Slide Staining Trays - IHC
Slide Staining Trays - Disposable
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- Made of black polypropylene and polyethylene blend
- Holds 8 slides comfortably
- Dimensions: 12 x 5 x 1.2 in. (30.5 x 12.7 x 3 cm)
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Specimen Chucks
Specimen Chucks
This product is located in the Grossing & Embedding/Cryostat Sectioning Section.
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Staining Dishes & Racks
Staining Dish, Rectangular
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- 10 horizontal slots hold 10 to 18 slides (3″ x 1″) effectively
- Dimensions: 3″ x 2 1/4″ x 1 1/4″
- Includes glass cover
- Not for use with slide racks.
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Staining Dishes
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- Made of heavy glass with snug fit lids
- Lids included and have a gasket seal
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Part # | Product Description | Inside Dimensions | Outside Dimensions |
6816A | 20 Slide Staining Dish | 3 3/4″ x 2 7/8″ x 2 1/2″ (H) | 4 1/4″ x 3 1/2″ x 3″ (H) |
6816B | 30 Slide Staining Dish | 3 3/4″ x 3 1/4″ x 3 3/8″ (H) | 4″ x 4 1/8″ x 4″ (H) |
6816C | 60 Slide Staining Dish | 6″ x 3 1/4″ x 3 3/8″ (H) | 6 3/8″ x 3 3/4″ x 4″ (H) |
Staining Racks
The stainless steel racks have an improved design that allows for the slides to be placed into them with more ease.
Part # | Product Description | Outside Dimensions |
6817A | 20 Slide Staining Rack | 3 3/8″ x 2 1/2″ x 2 1/8″ (H) |
6817B | 30 Slide Staining Rack | 2 7/8″ x 2 3/4″ x 3″ (H) |
6817C | 60 Slide Staining Rack | 5 1/4″ x 3 1/8″ x 3″ (H) |
Coplin Jar, Plastic, White
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- Made of polypropylene
- Microwave Safe
- Can hold 10 slides (slide size: 25 x 75 x 1.0mm)
- Interior is grooved to hold slides vertically
- Domed and shallow thread screw cap
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EasyDip™ Slide Staining Jar
Use individually or link together. Resistant to most chemicals and dyes and uses just 80 ml reagent for 12 slides! Jars all have attached hinged lids.
EasyDip™ Anodized Aluminum Jar Rack Holder
Aluminum rack securely holds up to six Easy Dip Slide Staining Jars.
Coplin Jar, Glass
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- 5 horizontal slots hold 5 to 8 slides (3″ x1″) effectively
- Approximate volume is 40ml
- Includes glass cover
- Not for use with slide racks
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Sterile Instrument Packs
Instrument Pack Sterile
Each envelope contains a stainless steel 4″ forcep, a plastic handled scalpel with a #11 blade & a pointed scissors. Avoid washing & exposure to infectious disease by simply disposing of them after use.
Storage for FFPE Tissue Blocks & Slides
Tissue Block & Slide Storage, Cardboard
Slide Storage System:
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- 4 drawers included
- Holds 2,000 slides in a box (20,000 in a case)
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Block Storage System:
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- 8 drawers included
- Holds 500 blocks in a box (5,000 in a case)
Slide Filing System Cabinet, Metal - Four E's
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- Six drawers holding up to 5,000 standard microscope slides per cabinet
- Safe stacking with interlocking system
- Stack up to 12 units high
- Durable cold rolled steel construction with epoxy powder coating
- Cabinet Dimensions: 18 ¾”L x 15 ¾”W x 5″H
- Base Dimensions: 18 ¾”L x 15 ¾”W x 5″H
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Slide Filing System, Metal - Tanner Scientific
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- Six drawers included with each cabinet
- Black drawer pulls
- Holds up to 5000 slides per six drawer cabinet
- Stackable up to 10 High
- Dimensions: 18 ¾”L x 15 ¾”W x 5″H
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Slide Filing System, Metal - Globe Scientific
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- Each cabinet unit contains 6 dual slotted drawers
- Each drawer holds up to 750 slides (4,500 per 6 drawer unit)
- Interlocking system locks the stacked cabinet units together
- Stackable up to 10 cabinets on a single base.
- Fits standard microscope slides: 25mm x 75mm & 1″ x 3″
- Chemical resistant plastic powder coating
- Cabinet Dimensions: 18 ¾”L x 15 ¾”W x 5″H
- Base Dimensions: 18 ¾”L x 15 ¾”W x 5″H
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Block Storage System, Plastic 6 Drawer Unit
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- One piece construction with six drawers per unit
- Interfaces with other popular plastic block storage systems!
- Unit accommodates up to 2,100 cassettes
- Dimensions: 17 3/8″L x 9 1/2″W x 15 1/4″H
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Block Modular Storage Drawers, Plastic
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- Each drawer holds up to 250 cassettes
- Made of high impact resistant plastic
- Dimensions: 15 7/8″ x 9 1/8″ x 2 1/8″
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Blocks Out / In Cards
Out/In Cards mark when a block has been removed for easy record keeping until it is returned to the file system.
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- Constructed of a heavy pink cover stock, the block Out/In Card is designed to help you better manage blocks that are removed from the storage box.
- Just write the identification number, employee name, and date removed from storage and insert the card into the tray when you take the block.
- It is now simple to find the location when returned.
- Write the date returned on the card and file the card by identification number in an extra tray to keep a permanent record
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Dimensions of Card: 1-3/4″ (H) X 1-1/8″ (W)
Slides Out / In Cards
AVAILABLE IN 5 COLORS!
Out/In Cards mark when a slide has been removed for easy record keeping until it is returned to the file system.
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- Constructed of a heavy pink cover stock, the Slide Out/In Card is designed to help you better manage slides that are removed from the storage box.
- Just write the identification number, employee name, and date removed from storage and insert the card into the tray when you take the slide.
- It is now simple to find the location when returned.
- Write the date returned on the card and file the card by identification number in an extra tray to keep a permanent record
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Dimensions of Card: 3-1/4″ (H) x 1″ (W)
Index Tab Cards
Index Tab Cards allow for easy categorizing and partitioning of slides in the storage file drawers.
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- Constructed of a heavy green cover stock, the slide Index card is designed to help the user quickly locate a specific slide within a tray.
- Just write the sequence number using your identification system, insert where appropriate.
- Designed to be used in the Economy (cardboard) storage drawers. May not fit properly in all metal storage drawers.
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Dimensions of Card: 3-1/4″ (H) X 1″ (W)
Timers
Pocket Timer 4 Channel w/ Clock
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- Four independent timing channels with visual and audible alarms
- Use as a stopwatch, a count up or down timer, or a clock
- Includes spring clip and magnetic back
- Readout on 6-digit LCD
- Includes battery
- Measures 61 x 71 x 25mm
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Keyboards & Mouse - Disinfectable
Paraffin Dispenser
Paraffin Wax Trimmers
Paraffin Wax Trimmer - Digital, Four E's
An efficient solution for removing excess paraffin from tissue embedding cassettes.
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- LED Display and rotary knob for easy temperature adjustment
- Room Temp – 99°C
- Large working surface to allow multiple tissue cassettes to be trimmed at the same time
- Drip tray with tray liners attached magnetically for easy maintenance
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Paraffin Wax Trimmer - Digital, Premiere
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- Digital temperature controlled
- Plate size: 9″ x 5″
- Surface Temp: Room Temp. to 120°C
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Paraffin Wax Trimmer Disposable Waste Liners for 4E's & Premiere
A molded plastic tray liner that allows for easy clean-up and disposal of the paraffin that is melted off the tissue blocks. Fits both the 4E’s and Premiere Wax Trimmers.
Paraffin Wax Trimmer - Digital, Hareta
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- Easy to Use!
- Digitally Controlled
- Surface Temp: Room Temp – 99ºC
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Paraffin Wax Trimmer Disposable Waste Liners for Hareta
Easy clean up! The disposable plastic tray collects the melted paraffin for easy disposal.
Slide Warmer
Stirring Hot Plate
Water Baths - Tissue Flotation
Tissue Flotation Bath - Digital TFB200101
The lighted extra-deep glass basin makes it easier to see and lift paraffin sections out of the bath.
Tissue Flotation Bath - Digital with Slide Warmer
Highly programmable & digitally temperature controlled. UL Approved.
Tissue Flotation Bath - Digital XH-1003
Low profile design with a removable glass basin and is digitally temperature controlled.