F E A T U R E S

Stable support and solid design

Accomodates a variety of stage inserts

Compatible with Nikon, Olympus, Zeiss and Leica
   upright and inverted microscopes

Optional XY translation available (motorized or
   manual)

MT-78-FS version compatible with Sutter MT-500
   or MT-800 X-Y translators

MT-78 is suitable for:
   Multi-site, two-photon, electrophysiology
   Multi-site, inverted (or other large microscope)
   electrophysiology

MT-78-FS is suitable for:
   Multi-site electrophysiology where there is a need
   for a single large stage

 MT-78-FS

 MT-1078/N65

The MT-78-FS, Fixed Stage platform, paired with a Sutter Instrument xy-translator (either the motorized MT-800 or manual MT-500), offers a large, single-platform solution for researchers performing experiments requiring xy-translation of the optical pathway in order to view multiple locations within the specimen at high resolution. Many prefer a large stage design as it lends itself to the easy addition of manipulators, perfusion systems and other equipment to the setup.

The cast aluminum top plate used in both the MT-78 and MT-78-FS has an attractive shape with an extensive 1/4-20 threaded hole pattern on 1-inch centers. This hole pattern is appropriate for mounting Sutter MP285 or MP225 manipulator mechanicals using the mounting adapter plates that come with these devices. Optional rotating bases (285RBI) are also compatible and add flexibility. Finally, the new, MP265/M mechanical can be mounted on its narrow linear slide.

In the center of both the MT-78 and MT-78-FS top plates is a 4x6 inch milled pocket that will accommodate a variety of aluminum stage inserts, designed to secure various commercial tissue chambers or slide holders. Custom aluminum inserts can also be provided. An available magnetic stainless steel insert carries commercial chambers or can be provided with a simple large, through hole for mounting a custom chamber. The magnetic insert allows small magnetic devices (perfusion lines, ground electrodes, small manipulators) to be mounted easily near the dish.