+150 years experience, consistent quality tissue sectioning
For 150 years Leica Biosystems has been the global leader
Safety, ergonomics, and efficiency are paramount in sectioning. Precision engineering and intelligent automation reduce injury risk and maximize microtomist comfort.
Tailor your microtome station your way, to optimize workflow and deliver consistent ribboning and high-quality sections from the first cut to the last. Unsure which rotary microtome to choose? Let these additional resources help you through the process.
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Leica Biosystems Microtome Comparison
| HistoCore BIOCUT | HistoCore MULTICUT | HistoCore AUTOCUT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Mechanical | Semi-Motorized | Motorized |
| Specimen Feed | approx. 24 mm ± 2 mm | approx. 24 mm ± 1 mm | approx. 24 mm ± 1 mm |
| Section Thickness Settings | 1 ~ 60 um | 0.5 ~ 100 um | 0.5 ~ 100 um |
| Specimen Retraction |
In Manual Sectioning Mode: approx. 40um (can be turned off) |
In Manual Sectioning Mode: 5 ~ 100 um (in 5 um increments); can be turned off |
In Manual Sectioning Mode: 5 ~ 100 um (in 5 um increments); can be turned off |
| Antistatic Waste Tray | |||
| 2-in-1 Blade Holder | |||
| Replacement | RM 2235 | RM 2245 | RM 2255 |
Compare the specifications and select the microtome you want.
*For In-Vitro Diagnostic Use
101 Steps
From the tissue processing process to the Staining, we will inform you of the experimental method in each of the 101 steps
HISTOCORE AUTOCUT
Automated Rotary Microtome
Do you struggle to meet the needs of EVERY microtomist in your lab? Finally, there is a solution designed to give your users the freedom they desire: HistoCoreAUTOCUT. The new generation of microtomes from Leica Biosystems is built upon our 150+ year heritage of marketleading microtome design. It allows users to select among automated, semi auto-automated, or manual sectioning modes based their personal preferences.
Meet your preferred sectioning mode
- Automated: motorized push-button sectioning
- Semi-automated: push-button specimen advance & retract
- Manual: full control for those who love the art of microtomy.
Shorten the cleaning time
Shorten the cleaning time Shorten the cleaning time from minutes to seconds with the Anti-Static Waste Tray.
HISTOCORE MULTICUT
Semi-Automated Rotary Microtome
When you need the precision and speed of manual sectioning with the efficiency benefits of a semi-automated setup, the HistoCore MULTICUTsaves the day. The new generation of microtomes from Leica Biosystems is built upon our 150+ year heritage of marketleading microtome design. Combining the speed of a manual microtome with the precision of motorized specimen feeding, MULTICUThelps you get consistent, reproducible sections.
Enable fast and effortless trimming
With Fast Homing and Memory Position, the instrument can remember the optimal specimen position for your sectioning.
Shorten the cleaning time
Shorten the cleaning time from minutes to seconds with the Anti-Static Waste Tray.
HISTOCORE BIOCUT
Manual Rotary Microtome
Do you desire high-speed AND comfort in your manual microtomy? If so, the HistoCore BIOCUT could be the perfect solution for you. The new generation of microtomes from Leica Biosystems is built upon our 145+ year heritage of market-leading microtome design. With new options such as the personalized coarse feed wheel and 2-in-1 blade holder, it ranks among the most ergonomically-friendly microtomes on the market.
Shorten the cleaning time
Shorten the cleaning time from minutes to seconds with the AntiStatic Waste Tray.
Switch between high and low-profile blades
Switch between high and low-profile blades even faster without changing blade holders by using the 2-in-1 Blade Holder
Leica Rotary Microtome Demo Video
See how Leica Biosystems microtome provides consistent, high-quality sectioning and request a demo or quote today!
