2212_Starlet_Spec_V2

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The 2212 Starlet Cryostat by Bright Instruments is a compact, portable cryostat designed for laboratories with limited space and budget. It offers both handwheel and lever operation, making it versatile for various laboratory settings.

Features and Benefits

Constructed with ABS Polymer and rustproof steel, coated with PVC for durability.
Stainless-steel chamber with detachable cold storage bar and shelf.
Thermostatically controlled temperature range from ambient to -35°C with digital display.
Uses disposable blades with the Easi-Set anti-roll plate for precise sectioning.
UV Decontamination available as a factory-fitted option.

Microtome Specifications

Radial, flat cutting design operated by a handwheel.
Weighs approximately 1.8kg and can cut a variety of specimens.
Magnacut disposable blade system eliminates the need for knife resharpening.

Environmental Compliance
The Starlet uses HFC refrigerants compliant with GWP guidelines, ensuring environmental safety.

Technical Specifications

Compressor: 3.86cc displacement.
Cooling Power: 125 watts at -35°C.
Temperature Range: Ambient to -35°C with programmable defrost.
Dimensions: H315 x W465mm(min)/546mm(max) x D740mm.
Net Weight: 40kg; Gross Weight: 48kg.

Accessories and Options

Various cryo block embedding moulds and object holders.
Optional 4-24μm feed screw.
Magnaplate anti-roll plate and long-life disposable blades.
UV Decontamination unit available for specific models.

Ordering Information
Available models include the 2212-021 and 2212-022 for different voltage requirements, with optional UV decontamination.

Contact Information
Bright Instruments LTD, Burnett House, Lakeview Court, Ermine Business Park, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 6UA. Telephone: +44 (0) 808 168 9697. Website: brightinstruments.com

Catalog excerpts

2212 Starlet Bench-Top Portable Cryostat Specification

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Not since cryostats were invented has there been such a small, portable yet convenient instrument. Featuring many design concepts developed from our continuous research programme, the Starlet cryostat is available in a choice of either handwheel or lever operation. The size of the Starlet makes it ideal as a back-up instrument or for use in laboratories where space is at a premium. Fully portable, it can be transported with ease from laboratory to laboratory and is a must for use in the ‘field’ - the possibilities are endless. • An ABS Polymer and rustproof steel cabinet coated with scratch,...

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The Miniature Radial Microtome Environmentally Compliant Of an elegant appearance, durable and easy to clean, the Starlet cabinet is manufactured using scratch, solvent and detergent resistant ABS Polymer and Stelvetite Polymer coated steel. The chamber is of stainless steel construction and comes complete with a detachable quick freezer bar and detachable storage shelf. Easy to clean and resistant to common decontaminating agents, the working chamber is convenient to use. Unique to and designed specifically for the Starlet, the microtome is of radial, flat cutting design and is operated by a...

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QUICK FREEZER TEMPERATURE CHAMBER TEMPERATURE Compressor Type HFC-compliant refrigerants Cooling Power Ambient to -35°C with automatic programmable defrost with manual override and digital display. Detachable cold storage bar. ABS Polymer and Stelvetite Polymer coated steel - scratch, solvent and detergent resistant. Cutting Stroke Maximum Specimen Size Total Feed Range Knife Holder Magnacut blade holder with long-life disposable blades and integral anti-roll system Object Holders Specimen Orientation Adjustable tilt angle 0-12° Specimen Thickness Range Gross weight: 48kg Packing dimensions:...

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2212 Starlet Order List 2025 PRODUCT Cryo block embedding mould, 22mm diameter. Cryo block embedding mould, 16mm diameter. Cryo block embedding mould, 10mm diameter. Complete with: • Single refrigeration system (-30 degree). • Manual microtome with 2-12um feed. • Magnacut knife holder with ten long life disposable blades. • Magnaplate anti-roll plate system. • Handwheel operation. • Specimen quick freeze (-40 degree) with digital display. • Programmable automatic defrost. Standard accessories include: • Anti-roll plate. • 2 x object holders. • Knife, cleaning brush. • Detachable shelf. • Debris...

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Agent / Distributor info: Burnett House Lakeview Court Ermine Business Park Huntingdon Cambridgeshire PE29 6UA +44 (0) 808 168 9697 brightinstruments.com Member of:

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