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Manual & Motorized Platform

Manual & Motorized Platform

Manual & Motorized Platform

Product catalog summary
Overview
This document provides detailed information on the Siskiyou platform systems designed for adapting microscopes to various applications. It includes specifications for basic platform systems, manual and motorized microscope mounting, and platform support rods and spacers.
Basic Platform Systems
The basic platform systems are customizable and can be configured from standard configurations or custom pieces. They are suitable for different microscope applications such as patch clamping and extracellular work. The document lists parts required for three fixed platform systems, including models like 8090P, PSR-6, and AS-1A.
Manual and Motorized Microscope Mounting
The MXZP platform system is customizable and supported by 100cr series stages, available in manual or motorized versions. Manual versions offer various adjustment screw pitches for different resolutions, while motorized versions provide high precision with closed-loop control and digital readout capabilities.
MX312P & MX512P Vertical Platforms
The MX312P platform offers vertical adjustability from 2.5 to 12 inches using AS series spacers. It features a flexible mounting design with a unique hold-down pivot for secure mounting. The top plate includes multiple tapped holes for mounting flexibility and compatibility with adapter plates for easy equipment changes.
Platform Support Rods & Spacers
The PSR series support rods and AS aluminum spacers provide solid support and precise placement for platforms and other devices. They offer vertical adjustability and can be used in various configurations for both vertical and horizontal applications. The document highlights the flexibility and solid construction of these components.
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Manual & Motorized Platform-1

Fixed Platform System #1 -Parts Required as pictured (right) Basic Platform System 2 Fixed Platform System #2 -Parts Required as pictured (above) Fixed Platform System #3 -Parts Required (not pictured) Adapt your microscope to any application. Basic Platform Systems Fixed platforms, stages and shelves can be built from custom pieces or from standard configurations. Many platforms begin with the model 8090P perfusion chamber holder or mounting plates. The platform is held up by several spacers and support rods or towers. Please contact AutoMate Scientific with your microscope model and application (patch clamping, multi-site patch clamping, blind patch or extracellular work, etc.) and we can configure an economical platform for your inverted or upright microscopes.

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Manual & Motorized Platform-2

The MXZP platform system can be custom tailored to suit your needs. The platform configuration shown is just one of many that Siskiyou can produce. The system is supported by our 100cr series stages (crossed roller). They are available in manual or motorized versions. A full 25mm of travel is provided on both models. The manual versions, can be fitted with either 20, 40, 80, or 100 TPI adjustment screws with resolution from 20 pm down to 5 pm, respectively. Please specify which pitch of adjustment screw you require when ordering. Replace -xx in the Model Number with the desired thread. Motorized...

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Manual & Motorized Platform-3

SISKIYOU PLATFORMS A versatile platform for mounting a variety of hardware. 2.5- to 12.0-inch vertical adjustability Solid aluminum construction Flexible mounting design Vacuum compatible versions available upon request MX312P & MX512P Vertical Platforms The MX312P is a versatile platform for mounting a variety of hardware at any level on an isolation table or platform. A complete set of AS series spacers allows flexible vertical adjustment from 2.5- to 12.0-inches in 0.5inch increments. To adjust the height of the platform, AS-1.5 and AS-2.0 series spacers are screwed together using 1⁄4-20 set...

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Manual & Motorized Platform-4

Features • 2.5- to 12.0-inch vertical adjustability ♦ Solid aluminum construction ♦ Flexible mounting design ♦ Vacuum compatible versions available upon request Platform Support Rods & Spacers Platform Support Rods The PSR series platform support rods are a solid solution for supporting platforms or other mechanical hardware. Our PSR platform support rods are specifically designed to be used with our 1200 and 12000 series platforms. PSR platform support rods are cross drilled to accept a 3/16 hex wrench. This cross hole enables secure tightening to AS spacers, isolation table tops, or other mechanical...

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