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The method used by this puller is to pull the glass
capillary vertically, using the gravitational force of
its own weight. For more versatility, two modes are
provided: a single pull, which pulls at one
stretch,
and a double pull in which the setting is changed in
mid-process. The PC-10 can therefore produce
long,
thin microneedles for injection purposes, and firm
microelectrodes for patch clamping. The change of
setting in the double pull mode can be preset and then
performed automatically, which represents a drastic
saving of labour over conventional methods. Digital
values, with the maximum output of the electromagnet
and heater represented as 100, are shown on the
display and the heater output is continually increased, making accurate mass production
easier.
This puller has several simple features to enhance its
ease of use, such as the employment of two weights (light and
heavy) for tension adjustment.
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