Re: cnc microtome

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "optics22000" <elliot@...> wrote:

>
> Graham,
> Have you checked ebay for a microtome?
> As for the knowledge required to use one, perhaps you could find a
> research paper describing microtomed tissue, then contact the author?
>
> regards-
> Elliot
>

I was just hoping for a reality check on the use of my stepper stages,
they would offer a distinct advantage over a conventional rotary
microtome if there was a chance of them working. I can't see a reason
why not but there often is.

Ebay has a few over in the states, I'm talking to a used equipment
supplier over here and also trying to find a biology department that
will just let me borrow one, I bet there is a dusty one in a cupboard
somewhere no one wants :)

I've also contacted the author of some articles on using microtomes,
the main issue will be embedding, the insect thorax is very hard
compared to many specimins examined.

Cheers,

Graham