PELCO grid staining matrix system kit (EMS)

This remarkable staining device enables you to stain up to 25 grids at one time or as little as one. The matrix system has a basic alpha-numeric identification system. The unit is not dissolvable or chemically resistant to acids so all stains should be water based only. The system requires very little stain and you may use different vessels for each stain.The amount of volume of stain required is as follows:

This remarkable staining device enables you to stain up to 25 grids at one time or as little as one. The matrix system has a basic alpha-numeric identification system. The unit is not dissolvable or chemically resistant to acids so all stains should be water based only. The system requires very little stain and you may use different vessels for each stain.

The amount of volume of stain required is as follows:

21 - 25 grids 11ml
16 - 20 grids 9ml
11 - 15 grids 7ml
06 - 10 grids 5ml
01 - 05 grids 3ml

The the matrix staining kit (EMS71179-01) contains the following:

  • Matrix body
  • 2 each of the staining vessels (red and blue)

Available separately:

  • EMS71179-05: Matrix body with handle and cover
  • EMS71179-07: Staining vessel, blue
  • EMS71179-08: Staining vessel, red
  • EMS71179-06: Staining vessels, red and blue
Updated: 04-06-2026
Code Type Pack Size Availability Price Updated: 04-06-2026
EMS71179-01 Grid staining kit Each No ETA $324.00 AUD
EMS71179-05 Matrix body Each No ETA $164.00 AUD
EMS71179-06 Staining vessels, red and blue Pack/2 No ETA $200.00 AUD
EMS71179-07 Staining vessel, blue Each No ETA $112.00 AUD
EMS71179-08 Staining vessel, red Each No ETA $112.00 AUD

* Availability Explanation

X weeks – the estimated lead time, based on the average time taken previously to fill orders from this particular supplier. Lead times are from when we receive your order until when we fill your order. For delivery times, please see shipping information below.

In Stock – Plenty of stock on the shelf, ready to ship.

No ETA – our supplier has advised they cannot provide an accurate ETA. Generally there is some issue with supply, and it may be more than 6 months.