Re: Nunc Lab-Tek problem

Posted by els vanstreels on
URL: http://confocal-microscopy-list.275.s1.nabble.com/Nunc-Lab-Tek-problem-tp7579967p7579970.html

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 Hi Michael,
The difference is between the Labtek and the Labtek II version of the
chambered coverglass. The first one has the no. 1 and the second has the no
1.5 coverglass bottom.  As far as I know both models are still available (at
least over here..).  Whenever we us the II version, we simply cut off the
tab with an ordinary wire-shear.

Best regards

Els




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Subject: [CONFOCALMICROSCOPY] Nunc Lab-Tek problem

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Hi.

For many years we used Nunc Lab-Tek chambered coverglasses. They were great.

However, they recently began shipping a different design with the same
product number. The chambers no longer fit in our microscope stages inserts.
Also, the volume changed.
see http://www.flickr.com/photos/mcammer/sets/72157632984171809/

While we can adjust to the volume change, the plastic tab at the end of the
chamber is a big problem.

I thought of having people cut the tab off before doing experiments, but
this would produce a lot of plastic dust (and we'd have to buy a suitable
saw or dremel).

Does anybody know of an alternative manufacturer or if the old style
chambers are still available from somewhere?

Thanks!

Michael




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