Precision brain punches and handle

These Precision Brain Punches allow for down to 250µm diameter areas to be isolated out from the brain using the "Palkovits Punch" technique. Ideal for targeted removal of specific brain nuclei, tracts and other subdivisions. Each punch has an electropolished sharp end for smooth cuts and minimal tissue adhesion, with smaller tubes reinforced by an outer layer of concentric tubing except at the tip. A convenient handle improves aim and pressure and is shaped to minimise visual obstruction.The tissue is expelled from the punch into the collection media via spring-loaded nylon expellers to avoid risk of contamination, where volume of the extracted tissue can be calculated with precision based on the punch diameter and frozen section thickness. Punch sizes:Eight conveniently colour-coded punches of 0.25, 0.50, 0.75, 1.0, 1.25, 1.50, 1.75 and 2.00mm (±5%) .Punches can be ordered in sets or individually with or w...

These Precision Brain Punches allow for down to 250µm diameter areas to be isolated out from the brain using the "Palkovits Punch" technique. Ideal for targeted removal of specific brain nuclei, tracts and other subdivisions. 

Each punch has an electropolished sharp end for smooth cuts and minimal tissue adhesion, with smaller tubes reinforced by an outer layer of concentric tubing except at the tip. A convenient handle improves aim and pressure and is shaped to minimise visual obstruction.

The tissue is expelled from the punch into the collection media via spring-loaded nylon expellers to avoid risk of contamination, where volume of the extracted tissue can be calculated with precision based on the punch diameter and frozen section thickness. 

Punch sizes:

  • Eight conveniently colour-coded punches of 0.25, 0.50, 0.75, 1.0, 1.25, 1.50, 1.75 and 2.00mm (±5%) .
  • Punches can be ordered in sets or individually with or without a handle.

Technical Data

Updated: 03-04-2025
Code Size Handle Pack Size Availability Price Updated: 03-04-2025
TTP15114-5 Full set 0.25-1.25mm Yes Each 3 weeks $1,489.00 AUD
TTP15114-3 Full set 1.50-2.00mm Yes Each 3 weeks $1,467.00 AUD
TTP15112-25 0.25mm No Each 3 weeks $281.00 AUD
TTP15113-25 0.25mm Yes Each 3 weeks $643.00 AUD
TTP15112-50 0.50mm No Each 3 weeks $290.00 AUD
TTP15113-50 0.50mm Yes Each 3 weeks $643.00 AUD
TTP15112-75 0.75mm No Each 3 weeks $290.00 AUD
TTP15113-75 0.75mm Yes Each 3 weeks $643.00 AUD
TTP15112-100 1.00mm No Each 3 weeks $290.00 AUD
TTP15113-100 1.00mm Yes Each 3 weeks $643.00 AUD
TTP15112-125 1.25mm No Each 3 weeks $281.00 AUD
TTP15113-125 1.25mm Yes Each 3 weeks $643.00 AUD
TTP15112-150 1.50mm No Each 3 weeks $281.00 AUD
TTP15113-150 1.50mm Yes Each 3 weeks $643.00 AUD
TTP15112-175 1.75mm No Each 3 weeks $290.00 AUD
TTP15113-175 1.75mm Yes Each 3 weeks $643.00 AUD
TTP15112-200 2.00mm No Each 3 weeks $290.00 AUD
TTP15113-200 2.00mm Yes Each 3 weeks $643.00 AUD
TTP15114 Punch handle Yes Each 3 weeks $362.00 AUD

* Availability Explanation

X weeks – the estimated lead time, based on the average time taken previously to fill orders from this particular supplier. Lead times are from when we receive your order until when we fill your order. For delivery times, please see shipping information below.

In Stock – Plenty of stock on the shelf, ready to ship.

No ETA – our supplier has advised they cannot provide an accurate ETA. Generally there is some issue with supply, and it may be more than 6 months.