SupaMega slim embedding cassette

SupaMega Slim Cassettes are an innovative solution for the processing and embedding of large tissue specimens. The SupaMega Slim Cassette is half the depth of a conventional SupaMega Cassette. The reduction in the specimen thickness offers significant improvements in processing time, and ensures distortion free, consistent high quality tissue processing. It also offers other significant time savings for the end user, such as reduction in the time required for trimming of blocks, and quicker embedding of specimens. When used in conjunction with the specially developed SupaMega Slim embedding mould, SupaMega Slim blocks have been shown to cast in 20 minutes at -8°C, compared to 50 minutes for conventional SupaMega Blocks.

Dimensions:  

Internal (L x W x H): 65 x 49.8 x 5.7mm

External (L x W x H): 74.7 x 52 x 8.4mm

The novel hexagonal pore design, arranged in a honeycombed structure, offers a greater open surface area, compared to the slots of conventional SupaMega Cassettes. This ensures a more efficient flow of reagents during processing and reduces carry over of reagents. The increased open surface area also reduces the occurrence of embedded specimens being separated from the cassette when sectioning fibrous specimens, as it significantly increases the binding between the embedded tissue block and the cassette.