PELCO easiSlicer vibrating microtome

The PELCO easiSlicer introduces the new standard in vibratory slicing. It combines ease of operation, precise engineering and affordable pricing in a high quality instrument. All operational controls are located on the front of the instrument, clearly labelled and sealed against moisture. The specimen tray is held securely in the polypropylene bath by a set of strong magnets. The bath is attached from the side with a unique spring-loaded base that locks onto the PELCO easiSlicer by simple pressure.The amplitude and speed controls are conveniently mounted in the centre of the control panel for ease of operation. The sturdy, removable blade holder is offered in 3 angles: fifteen, eighteen and twenty-one degree to provide choice for each individual application. This eliminates the need to calibrate the blade angle. Feather Blades are recommended but the blade holder will accommodate other types of blades. The Sectioning Window Controls guide the user for precise cutting windo...

The PELCO easiSlicer introduces the new standard in vibratory slicing. It combines ease of operation, precise engineering and affordable pricing in a high quality instrument. All operational controls are located on the front of the instrument, clearly labelled and sealed against moisture. The specimen tray is held securely in the polypropylene bath by a set of strong magnets. The bath is attached from the side with a unique spring-loaded base that locks onto the PELCO easiSlicer by simple pressure.

The amplitude and speed controls are conveniently mounted in the centre of the control panel for ease of operation. The sturdy, removable blade holder is offered in 3 angles: fifteen, eighteen and twenty-one degree to provide choice for each individual application. This eliminates the need to calibrate the blade angle. Feather Blades are recommended but the blade holder will accommodate other types of blades. The Sectioning Window Controls guide the user for precise cutting window control with indicator lights on the control panel to maintain consistency of placement.

The Magnifier and Light Assembly offers bright white LED lighting (no risk of high temperatures) with high or low settings, depending on the user's need. The Magnifier can be moved out of the viewing
path, if desired. The entire assembly operates smoothly on metal slides.

The large Section Thickness Knob is centrally located in the work area. The knob is labelled in microns and has a perceptible detent every 5 microns. One complete revolution of the knob is 100 microns. The entire bath and tray assembly is raised and lowered by this Section Thickness Knob. The PELCO easiSlicer has a Return Switch that provides the user with an option for Auto Return after each slice. In the Manual Return mode, the cutting will cease once the end of the section window has been reached. This allows the retraction of the specimen before the return of the blade in order to prevent damage to the specimen.

The PELCO easiSlicer comes equipped with tools and supplies to start cutting quality, consistent sections, right out of the box.

EB+GFAP+DAPI - 50µm - P. Nahirney
Affordable Quality.
A fresh approach to traditional standards, the PELCO easiSlicer brings precision vibratory tissue slicing to labs of all sizes.
Cresyl Violet 50µm - C. Meshul - Portland VAMC Consistent Reliability.
Solid construction and exceptional stability provides exacting control of section thickness with minimal z-axis vibration.
EB+GFAP+DAPI - 50µm - P. Nahirney
Simple Versatility.
Simple, effective, manual design makes the PELCO easiSlicer perfect for multi-user and multi-application labs.
EB GFAP DAPI - 50um (Top/Bottom) - P. Nahirney - UVic, B.C.; Cresyl Violet 50um (Center) - C. Meshul - Portland VAMC


Features & Benefits

  • Precision design for accurate, high quality sections with minimal z-axis vibration
  • Novel bath design utilizes unique easy-locking base making it simple to clean
  • Anodized specimen tray magnetically locks onto bath
  • Optional magnetic base for tissue mounts available
  • Cuts sections down to 20 microns
  • LED lights indicate active vibratory status and cutting window boundaries
  • Revised Blade Holder utilizing compression lever release and tightening, 15° cutting angle. Securely holds the thinnest Feather blades to a Sapphire Blade.
  • Optional: Standard Removable Blade Holders available for Feather blades at 15°, 18° and 21° preset angles.
  • Fully assembled, ready to use
  • Affordable pricing
  • Universal power supply 100-240V, 50/60Hz


PELCO easiSlicer Specifications

Maximum Specimen Size 40 x 40mm 
Maximum Specimen Height 15mm
Specimen Bath Spring-loaded; polypropylene
Specimen Tray Rectangular with magnet release.
Blade Type Feather blades recommended
Blade Angle 15°standard; 18°, 21°available
Sectioning Window 10 - 40mm
Specimen Height Adjustment (Z-Axis) 15mm total travel in 1um increments; tactile click stops at 5um
Cutting Arm Speed (Y-Axis) Forward: 0 - 2.0mm/sec
Reverse: 5mm/sec
Travel: 40mm total
Vibratory Amplitude (X-Axis)
0 - 1.00mm total; continuously adjustable
Cutting Arm Frequency 50Hz +/- 5 factory set
Magnification 2X magnifier
Illumination LED illumination; LOW/OFF/HIGH
Dimensions 535 x 300 x 290mm (21.1" x 11.8" x 11.4")
Weight 16.8 kg
Utility Requirements 100 - 240V; 50/60 Hz; 345VA
Code Title Pack Size Availability Price Updated: 29-03-2024
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