Leica SM2000R Sliding Microtome w Physitemp

The Leica SM2000R Sliding Microtome with Physitemp BFS-30MP Freezing Stage Controller is a dedicated sectioning system engineered for routine biological histology, neuroanatomy, and materials research. Designed specifically for sectioning large biological specimens and dense tissue blocks, the heavy-duty sliding microtome delivers exceptional mechanical rigidity and smooth carriage motion. In addition, the integrated Physitemp BFS-30MP controller provides precise thermoelectric Peltier freezing directly at the stage, allowing rapid, uniform frozen sectioning without requiring a full cryostat chamber.

Leica SM2000R Sliding Microtome Sectioning & Controls

• Heavy-Duty Sliding Mechanism: Features a low-friction, high-precision roller bearing carriage. Consequently, the knife holder glides smoothly across the specimen block to produce flat, chatter-free sections even through dense or paraffin-embedded tissues.
• Rapid Thermoelectric Freezing: Utilizes the Physitemp BFS-30MP Peltier freezing stage to reach sub-zero temperatures within minutes. Therefore, researchers can section fresh or fixed tissues quickly without risking structural freeze-thaw artifacts.
• Precise Section Thickness Control: Incorporates an accurate micrometric feed mechanism that supports fine section thickness adjustments. As a result, operators achieve dependable reproducibility across serial sections.
• Digital Temperature Monitoring: The Physitemp BFS-30MP control unit includes clear digital temperature readouts and precise setpoint adjustments. Thus, operators can maintain optimal sample hardness for specific tissue types throughout extended slicing sessions.

Technical Specifications & Integration

• Primary Applications: Ideal for large-block histology, neuroscience brain slicing, plant morphology, and industrial polymer analysis.
• Specimen Clamping: Robust orientation head accommodates standard cassette clamps, universal specimen clamps, and the specialized Physitemp freezing stage plate.
• Cooling Loop Integration: The BFS-30MP stage connects directly to standard laboratory circulating water loops or tap lines to dissipate heat efficiently from the Peltier element.
• Ergonomic Design: Counterbalanced sliding action and accessible control knobs minimize repetitive strain during high-throughput sectioning protocols.

Condition & Included Components

• Cosmetic Condition: Shows light cosmetic signs of prior laboratory deployment, including superficial exterior scuffs. However, the sliding tracks, feed mechanism, knife block clamp, and digital display are clean and fully intact.
• Operational State: Powers on cleanly, mechanical slide glides smoothly with proper tension, and the BFS-30MP freezing stage cools rapidly to target setpoints.
• Included Items: Main Leica SM2000R microtome, Physitemp BFS-30MP freezing stage controller with stage head, power cord, and interconnect cables. Microtome knives, disposable blade holders, and external water circulators are sold separately unless explicitly pictured.

Overall, the Leica SM2000R sliding microtome paired with the Physitemp BFS-30MP freezing stage controller provides a dependable, high-precision solution for laboratories requiring versatile ambient and frozen tissue sectioning.