Stereotaxic for Mouse, Digital and Portable, Dual Manipulators (Basic module)

Cat No.: RWD-68808 Description

The 68808 Digital Portable Mouse Stereotaxic Instrument combines dual manipulator functionality, 10μm digital accuracy, and a compact, space-efficient design. This advanced system eliminates the traditional U-shaped frame, dramatically expanding operational workspace while providing exceptional targeting precision through its dual digital displacement measurement system. Engineered exclusively for mouse research, the 68808 features real-time LCD coordinate displays on both manipulators with one-key zero reset functionality, supporting sophisticated bilateral and comparative neuroscience protocols.
 

Features:

• High-Precision Dual Digital Measurement:
  Features dual electronic sensor systems with exceptional 10μm (0.01mm) resolution across all three axes on both manipulators, enabling precise bilateral targeting of small brain structures and nuclei for advanced neurophysiological research.

• Dual Manipulator Configuration:
  Equipped with both left (68409) and right (68410) 3-axis digital manipulators, enabling bilateral brain targeting, comparative procedures, or simultaneous recording and manipulation—significantly expanding experimental possibilities beyond single-manipulator systems.

• One-Key Zero Reset Function:
  Allows researchers to set any position (such as Bregma or Lambda) as the reference zero point on both manipulators simultaneously or independently, eliminating secondary readings and complex calculations for coordinate-based targeting.

• Interference-Free Electronics:
  Battery-powered operation (AA batteries) eliminates electrical noise interference, making the system ideal for electrophysiological recordings and sensitive neurophysiological studies during bilateral procedures.

• Innovative Open Architecture Design:
  The adapter-block design that replaces the traditional U-frame creates substantially more workspace around the animal, improving access for surgical instruments, microscopes, and imaging equipment during complex procedures.

• Enhanced Skull Leveling System:
  Independent height adjustment for both palate clip (0–20mm) and ear bars (0–20mm) enables precise dorsal-ventral alignment of the mouse skull—critical for accurate bilateral stereotaxic targeting based on established brain atlases.

• Specialized Polymer Ear Bars:
  Utilizes lightweight polyoxymethylene resin ear bars with laser-engraved 1mm resolution scales and four distinct fixation points, providing secure yet atraumatic head fixation while minimizing tissue damage compared to metal alternatives.

Technical Specifications:

• Digital Resolution: 10μm (0.01mm) in all three axes

• Display Type: Dual LCD displays, real-time coordinate presentation

• Base Dimensions: 255mm × 255mm (specialized mouse platform)

• Vertical Adjustment Range (Palate Clip): 20mm (0–20mm)

• Vertical Adjustment Range (Ear Bars): 20mm (0–20mm)

• Working Distance: 80mm in all axes (anterior-posterior, medial-lateral, dorsal-ventral)

• Vertical Rotation: 180° with locking at any angle

• Horizontal Rotation: 360° with locking at any angle

• Power Source: AA batteries (eliminates electronic interference)

• Manipulators: Dual 3-axis digital manipulators (left and right)

• Ear Bar Material: Polyoxymethylene resin with 1mm resolution laser-engraved scales

• Ear Bar Fixation: Plate pressing system instead of clamping for enhanced stability

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