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[[File:20250814 115750 kopie.jpg|thumb|AFS]]
[[File:20250814 115750 kopie.jpg|thumb|AFS]]
=== Current status ===
The current status of this machine can be found [[Current microscope status#Electron microscopes and sample prep equipment|here]] and on the booking website.


=== Technical specifications ===
=== Technical specifications ===

Latest revision as of 09:21, 26 September 2025

We have two AFS1 and 1 AFS2 automated freeze-substitution systems. Frozen samples can be placed inside an AFS, which controls the temperature of the sample, while dehydration, fixation, embedding and/or staining takes place. You can program your own temperature profiles.

AFS

Current status

The current status of this machine can be found here and on the booking website.

Technical specifications

  • Leica EM AFS2
    • Temperature range: -140 to + 70°C
    • UV lamp (for polymerization of resins)
    • Link to Leica website
  • Leica/Reichert AFS1