PTXL: PowerTome
The PowerTome is the only fully upgradeable ultramicrotome, with the ability to take a PTXL, the routine workhorse, and build it up to the PTPCZ research level system with computer control and HD video options. The customer has the choice of upgrading to a PC-based controller with or without the high-definition video package. The PTXL is controlled via a digital tactile controller, eminently suitable for routine work.
Manufacturer
RMC Boeckeler
Boeckeler Instruments engineers sample preparation equipment for nanoscale research, under the RMC Boeckeler product line. Their solutions are employed in both life sciences and materials research, with special emphasis in sample preparation for 3D electron microscopy.
Key Features
- Produce high quality semi and ultra-thin sections for TEM, SEM, block facing for AFM, TOFSIMS, LM, and CEMOVIS
- Control system includes digital tactile controller
- Ergonomic stereo microscope system with unique lateral viewing control
- Three types of LED illumination are provided (all are independently adjustable): Overhead bright diffuse LED illumination, Backlighting for careful approach of the knife to the specimen, Transillumination through the specimen holder for viewing details of the specimen within the block.
- Patented Power Drive cutting stroke for large blocks & hard materials
- Electronic step advance for final specimen approach to the knife edge
- High stability mechanical advance system for reproducible section thickness
- Built-in calibration & service diagnostics instantly confirm functionality & simplify maintenance procedures
Specifications
| Specimen auto feed | 0.2mm (200 µm; 200,000 nm) |
| Section thickness | 5nm to 10µm |
| Cutting speed | 0.1 to 99.9mm/sec in 0.1mm/sec increments, variable return speed over entire cutting range |
| Knife stage movement | 50mm gross advance, 25mm E-W travel, 12mm N-S advance |
Applications
Materials Research
Life Sciences
Forensic Science
Quality Control
Failure Analysis
Downloads
Powertome Series Comparison Sheet
PTXL Datasheet
Options
AmbiTome
Precision Sectioning with Dual Handwheel Feature!
The world’s first dual-handwheel ultramicrotome, designed to accommodate both right- and left-handed users. Allowing researchers to operate the machine with their preferred hand, freeing up the other for more intricate section manipulation, the Ambitome is the ideal solution for those who need more control than what a single-hand system offers.
The Ambitome enhances adaptability, precision, and ease at every stage of the sectioning process.
Service Support
Comprehensive repairs and servicing
Annual Support Programs
Your metrology instrumentation is a major investment that is critical to your business operation and success. In today’s competitive climate, it is more important than ever to extend the functionality and peak performance of your metrology equipment years beyond the expiration of your factory warranty. CN Tech’s Support Programs will help ensure that your investment is protected, and that you and your instrument’s are always operating at peak performance.
With over 20 years’ experience servicing and repairing you can be assured that your system is in safe hands. The independent services we offer include system relocation, maintenance visits, parts and consumables, and break down interventions.
CN Tech’s Support Programs are an economical way to guarantee optimal working condition:
- Annual Preventive Maintenance
- Priority Technical Assistance
- Preferred Parts Availability
- On-Site User Training
- Remote Diagnostics
- No surprise repair expense and much more!
Support Contact Example
An example of our service and support contracts are shown below:
Metrology & Instrumentation Annual Support Programs 2022/23
CN Tech's Support Programs will help ensure that your investment is protected, and that you and your instrument’s are always operating at peak performance.