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arrow14Embedding Capsules and Holders

Tissue Mounting Stubarrow12Tissue Mounting Stub

Machined from aluminum rods with one end tapered to 4.8mm in diameter. The specimen can be oriented and mounted to the tip with glue and it is ready for sectioning. The body size is "00" and it measures 11mm long.

70145-05 Aluminum Tissue Mounting Stub 50/pk 48.00 cart
70145-10 Aluminum Tissue Mounting Stub 100/pk 86.00 cart

Capsules; Embedding, Size 00arrow12Beem Embedding Capsules, Size 00, 8mm I.D.

Polyethylene embedding capsules with 1x1mm face at the tip of a truncated pyramid, each with a hinged cap.

70000-B BEEM® Embedding Capsules Size 00 100/pk 8.25 cart
70010-B BEEM® Embedding Capsules Size 00 500/pk 34.00 cart
70020-B BEEM® Embedding Capsules Size 00 1000/pk 60.00 cart

Embedding Capsules Size 3arrow12BEEM® Embedding Capsules Size 3 (small)

These capsules, made from polyethylene, produce blocks with a 5.6mm O.D. and a pyramid tip. Comes complete with a hinged cap.

69910-01 BEEM® Embedding Capsules Size 3 100/pk 7.75 cart
69910-05 BEEM® Embedding Capsules Size 3 500/pk 34.00 cart
69910-10 BEEM® Embedding Capsules Size 3 1000/pk 60.00 cart

bottle neck capsuleconical capsulearrow12BEEM® Embedding

Available in two specially shaped capsules which are designed to overcome commonly encountered embedding problems; such as, small or thin elongated specimens and powder samples. These capsules are also good for centrifuging precipitated matters and allows for less trimming.

The bottle neck capsule produces a 7.9mm OD block with a hemihyperpoloid (rather than faced) tip.

The conical capsule produces a 7.9mm OD block with a conical (rather than faced) tip

69912-01 BEEM® Capsule Bottle Neck Tip 100/pk 8.25 cart
69912-05 BEEM® Capsule Bottle Neck Tip 500/pk 34.00 cart
69912-10 BEEM® Capsule Bottle Neck Tip 1000/pk 60.00 cart
69913-01 BEEM® Capsule Conical Tip 100/pk 8.25 cart
69913-05 BEEM®Capsule Conical Tip 500/pk 34.00 cart
69913-10 BEEM® Capsule Conical Tip 1000/pk 60.00 cart

*BEEM® Is A Registered Trademark of Better Equipment For Electron Microscopy, Inc.

Embedding Capsule; Flatarrow12Embedding Capsule; Flat

Added to our extensive line of embedding capsules is our flat bottom capsules, which are made from polyethylene, and are 8mm (just like the standard 00 capsules) in diameter.

70021 Flat Bottom Embedding Capsules 500/pk 50.00 cart

Embedding Capsule Holderarrow12Embedding Capsule Holder

Fabricated from polyethylene. It accommodates 15 embedding capsules size "00". The whole capsule is exposed to allow for even heat and/or UV light distribution during polymerization.
Sturdy, long lasting, and stackable. Measures: 5"(L) x 3"(W) (127mm x76mm)

70022-01 EMS Capsule Holder each 10.00 cart
70022-04 EMS Capsule Holder 4/pk 37.00 cart
70022-06 EMS Capsule Holder 6/pk 54.00 cart
70022-12 EMS Capsule Holder 1 doz. 92.00 cart

BEEM* Capsule Holders arrow12BEEM®Capsule Holders

These holders are used to hold capsules upright during the resin embedding stage. The cavities (22) allow for illumination from the bottom of the holder for specimen orientation. Available in two sizes: one holds size "00", conical, and bottle neck capsules; the other holds size #3 capsules.
Measures 5½"(L)x4"(W)x7/8"(H) 138x100x12mm

69916-01 BEEM® Capsule Holder size "00" each 12.00 cart
69916-06 BEEM® Capsule Holder size "00" 6/pk 66.00 cart
69916-12 BEEM® Capsule Holder size "00" 12/pk 120.00 cart
69917-01 BEEM® Capsule Holder size 3 each 11.50 cart
69917-06 BEEM® Capsule Holder size 3 6/pk 58.50 cart
69917-12 BEEM® Capsule Holder size 3 12/pk 105.00 cart

The Opaque BEEM® Capsule Holderarrow12The Opaque BEEM® Capsule Holder

If microwaving or UV polymerizing of your embedding media these opaque BEEM® capsule holders are perfect. Made from Polypropylene. All embedding capsules size 00 fit it.

69915-01 BEEM® Capsule Holder, Clear each 14.50 cart
69915-06 BEEM® Capsule Holder, Clear  6/pk 81.00 cart
69915-12 BEEM® Capsule Holder, Clear  12/pk 160.00 cart

BEEM Capsule Holder: BEEM Capsule Holder: arrowBEEM Capsule Holder: arrowMulti Task BEEM Capsule Holder: Exclusive !!!!

This Multi-Task BEEM Capsule Holder is an innovative holder designed to hold size “00” BEEM capsule during resin polymerization.

This holder is also a perfect tool when  embedding and polymerizing resin by microwave, especially when the embedment needs to be performed under water.  The direct contact of the microwave energy to the resin inside the microwave is usually causes the resin to heat to quick and  that leads to micro bubbles forming inside the resin block and this causes  unknown damage to the tissues. To help eliminate this problem, the resin capsule should be immersed in the water bath during microwave irradiation of  the resin. This ‘indirect contact’ of microwave energy to the resin will help the embedding block polymerize nicely and homogeneously and  also avoids the  overheating of the tissue.

Mold is machined from polyethylene block, comes in two parts: bottom part which holds the BEEM capsule, and the second part which is placed on top and is securd by two plastic screws to ensure the BEEM capsules are in place and capsule lid will not pop out during under water polymerization or microwave irradiation.

Accompanies is microwave transparent tray, which holds water and capsule holder for microwave processing.

Measures: 1  1/8” L x 3” W x 2” H , accommodates 24 capsules.

You can order either the Multi-Task Capsule Holder only, or the set which includes one Capsule Holder and one Tray.

70023-01 Multi Task BEEM Capsule Holder, each $130.00 each cart
70023-10 Multi Task BEEM Capsule Holder Set 132.00 each cart
97082 Microwave Transparent Tray, 10/pack $20.00 each cart

arrow12Embedding Capsule Holder

Fabricated form polypropylene, a direct substitution for the BEEM® capsule holders (EMS #69915- & 69916-). 15 positions. Fits embedding capsule size ‘00’ (8.5mm diameter)

70022-01 EMS Capsule Holder each 10.00 cart
70022-04 EMS Capsule Holder 4/pk 37.00 cart
70022-06 EMS Capsule Holder 6/pk 54.00 cart
70022-12 EMS Capsule Holder 12/pk 54.00 cart

BEEM® Capsule Pressarrow12BEEM®™ Capsule Press

The Capsule Press is designed to facilitate the removal of blocks from the capsule without any damage to the block tip.

PLEASE NOTE: FOR BEEM®* capsule size #3, an adapter is required.

69920-00 BEEM® Capsule Press each 355.00 cart
69920-03 Capsule Press Adaptor each 30.00 cart

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BEEM® Block Storagearrow12BEEM® Block Storage

A two tone color coded plastic box with insert, which allows for the storage of up to 10 blocks in the numbered cavities. Measures: 21/3"(L)x1¾"(W)x½"(H) 57x45x12.5mm

69922-01 BEEM® Block Storage each 5.75 cart
69922-05 BEEM® Block Storage 50/pk 232.00 cart
69922-10 BEEM® Block Storage 100/pk 460.00 cart

arrow12Capsule Block Storage

For the storage of 15 capsule blocks in numbered cavities.

69923-01 Capsule Block Storage Box each 4.00 cart
69923-05 Capsule Block Storage Box 50/pk 188.00 cart
69923-10 Capsule Block Storage Box 100/pk 330.00 cart

arrow12Plastic Flat Embedding Mold

Mold fits perfectly inside the cocoon box BE8 (64300-8); See Cocoon Box section.

When the mold and the box BE8 are used together, the set allows for the use of oxygen-prohibited embedding materials (Ie: LR White) to be polymerized in a flat orientation. These molds are reusable. Each cavity measures 12mm(L) x 5mm(W) x 3.5mm Deep. Overall mold measures: 94 x 56 x 14mm.

70905-01 EMS Molded Flat Embedding Mold each 7.80 cart
70905-12 EMS Molded Flat Embedding Mold 12/pk 77.00 cart

Capsules; Gelatinarrow12Capsules; Gelatin

Natural, hard gelatin capsules. To be used as an embedding mold for water miscible resins, or resins which need to be cured by transmitted light. Gelatin capsules dissolve or disintegrate within 5 minutes when immersed in a 0.5% HCl solution at 36-38°C, within 2 minutes in water at 37°C or in artificial gastric juice.

Cat.# Size Overall
inches
Length
mm
Body
inches
Diameter
mm
Volume
ml
Price /
1000
70101 000 1.029 26.14 0.376 9.55 1.37 39.00 cart
70100 00 .917 23.30 0.322 8.18 0.95 16.00 cart
70110 0 .835 21.20 0.289 7.34 0.68 10.00 cart
70102 1 .748 19.00 0.261 6.63 0.50 14.00 cart
70103 2 .688 17.50 0.239 6.07 0.37 14.00 cart
70104 3 .610 15.50 0.219 5.56 0.30 20.00 cart
70105 4 .547 13.90 0.199 5.05 0.21 20.00 cart

Large Gelatin Capsulesarrow12Large Gelatin Capsules

Our large size gelatin capsules are ideal for storing either delicate or small items. It is also suitable for use as an embedding mold for paraffin or paraplast. The capsules come complete with a locking ring. A variety of sizes are available.

Cat.# Size Length mm Diameter mm Volume oz. Price/50  
70114 13 24 13 1/8 16.00 cart
70115 12 33 13 1/4 22.00 cart
70116 11 38 19 1/2 28.00 cart
70117 10 52 22 1 30.00 cart
70118 07 66 22 11/2 36.00 cart

Gelatin Capsule Holder arrow12Gelatin Capsule Holder

Made from durable polyethylene. It accommodates 15 gelatin capsules size "00". The whole capsule is exposed to allow for even heat and/or UV light distribution during polymerization. Measures: 5"(L) x 3"(W) (127mm x 76mm).

70120-01 Gelatin Capsule Holder each 9.50 cart
70120-04 Gelatin Capsule Holder 4/pk 36.00 cart
70120-06 Gelatin Capsule Holder 6/pk 54.00 cart

arrow12Easy-Molds™

A newly designed mold which is convenient and offers better embedments. This tray-and-mold in one unit offers a unique specimen block that no other mold can.

Easy-MoldsFeatures:
  1. Trays-and-molds are self standing. There is no need for a holding tray.
  2. Easy Orientation of Specimens.
    The tip of each mold is only 0.3mm thick and is designed to be transparent. This facilitates the orientation of your specimen prior to polymerization.
  3. They form a Universal Block.
    Many microscopists have to embed large specimens. The Easy Mold tip forms a flat block face which is wide enough for large specimens. This wide surface helps to prevent air bubbles being trapped around the specimen during polymerization. In addition, a positive guide form on the block offers an accurate position for clamping.
  4. Free Airflow for Even Polymerization.
    Easy Mold trays raise the molds away from the surface of the oven, allowing air of a constant temperature to circulate freely and evenly around the specimen tip during the hardening process.
  5. Sealing of Capsules
    If you are using Acrylate or other volatile embedding mediums (LR White, GMA, HPMA), the molds can be sealed by placing another Easy Mold on the top, and by applying a little pressure you can seal the capsule completely.
  6. Easy to Remove the Polymerized Block.
    Due to the softness of the bottom of the mold, to release the block simply push the bottom of the mold with your thumb and your block will just pop out. There is no need for razor blades or a Capsule Press!
  7. Convenient Storage and Identification of Sectioned Blocks
    Each cavity on the Easy Mold is numbered, and data can be written on the trays. Used Easy Molds can be used for the storage of blocks which have already been sectioned, and filed away by stacking one tray on top of another. There is no need for block storage boxes.

Technical Specifications:

Each tray contains 2x10 block molds and measures 87x66mm.
They are available in two sizes:

69930-05 Easy Mold, Size 3 905 Trays 32.00 cart
69930-25 Easy Mold, Size 3 25 Trays 129.00 cart
69930-50 Easy Mold, Size 3 50 Trays 224.00 cart
69931-05 Easy Mold, Size "00" 5 Trays 32.00 cart
69931-25 Easy Mold, Size "00" 25 Trays 129.00 cart
69931-50 Easy Mold, Size "00" 50 Trays 224.00 cart

BEEM® Specimen Block Storage System arrow12BEEM® Specimen Block Storage System 2000®

If you answer yes to any of those questions, now you can organize and safely store all of your
specimen blocks with the newly introduced BEEM® Specimen Storage System 2000®

The system consists of four newly designed Blocklock® storage modules (#69956, #69957, #69958, #69959) and a Covered Mounting Panel (#69950) that fits in a standard "D-Type" 3-ring binder (optional) – A 1-inch binder will accommodate two Covered Mounting Panels, and 1.5-inch binder accommodates three Panels.

Each Blocklock module has an adhesive backing which when exposed permits it to be permanently mounted on any grease-free surface.

All Blocklocks can be inserted in a Plastic Protective Box (EMS #69956-B & 69958-B, #69957- B, and 69959-B) or, by utilizing the adhesive feature, mounted in combination with other Blocklock modules on the BEEM® mounting panel (EMS #66950). This new Storage System 2000 permits blocks size "00", size "3", and BEEM® flat embedment to be indexed, combined under one cover along with any associated data sheets, and stored upright in 3-ring binders, on the shelf, at your reach for ready reference.

This system is infinitely expandable to high or low volume block storage. The choice is yours

Capsule Blocklock Storage Modulesarrow101. Capsule Blocklock Storage Modules

Incorporate an innovation that allows blocks to snap into cavities specially designed to retain them so they cannot be inadvertently dislodged. Number and letter identify each cavity. Available with three configurations:

Blocklock Storage Modules Model 2009 arrow102. BEEM® Blocklock Storage Modules Model 2009

is the same features as Capsule Blocklocks. Measures 2 7⁄8"L x 2"W x ¼"H (74 x 50 x 8mm), accommodates 20 BEEM® flat blocks. (BEEM® flat embedding mold, EMS #70904-01`

NOTE: Do to the rectangular shape of a BEEM® flat embedment; it must be inserted into the cavity in a Blocklock module #69959 as follows:

Introduce the front of the block at a slight angle into the rear of the cavity and gently push it forward until it nests in the recess.

BEEM Blocklock Storage Boxes arrow103. BEEM® Blocklock Storage Boxes

Heavy-duty, two tone plastic boxes are supplied with indexed, translucent labels, which can be applied to the top or bottom of the box.

BEEM® Mounting Panel arrow104. BEEM® Mounting Panel

With clear cover is designed to accept both Blocklock Storage Modules and BEEM® original Dial- A-Grid (EMS #71148) and Block Storage Modules (EMS#69922), which can be attached to the panel using double sided adhesive tape. Grid storage boxes from other manufacturers may be attached this way also if they do not exceed 3⁄8" in height.

The panel inside measures: 10 5⁄8"(L) x 7½"(W) x 3⁄8"(H) (270 x 190 x 12mm). The overall
measurement is 11 3⁄8"(L) x 8 ¾"(W) x 9⁄16"(H) (290 x 225 x 22mm)

Ordering: Note: Blocklocks and their Storage Boxes are sold separately.

Cat# BEEM® Description Pack    
69950 2010 Mounting Panel with Clear Cover each 18.00 cart
69956 2006 Blocklock, Size "00", 12 Positions each 4.50 cart
69956-B 2006B Blocklock Storage Box for #69956 each 3.50 cart
69957 2007 Blocklock, Size "00", 40 Positions each 9.00 cart
69957-B 2007B Blocklock Storage Box for #69957 each 3.50 cart
69958 2008 Blocklock, Size "3", 20 Positions each 6.25 cart
69958-B 2008B Blocklock Storage Box for #69958 each 2.50 cart
69959 2009 Blocklock Flat embedment, 20 positions each 6.25 cart
69959-B 2009B Blocklock Storage Box for #69959 each 2.50 cart
69960-10   "D-Type" 3-Ring Binder, 1inch each 6.99 cart
69960-15   "D-Type" 3-Ring Binder, 1.5 inch each 7.99 cart

arrow12Capsule Embedding Molds

Please see listing in the molds section.

Microporous Specimen Capsulesarrow12Microporous Specimen Capsules

These capsules measure 12mm in diameter and are 11mm high.  They are available in three different pore sizes: 30, 78, 120-200 microns,

70188 Microporous Specimen Capsules, 120-200 microns 50/pk 90.00 cart
70189 Microporous Specimen Capsules, 120-200 microns 100/pk 160.00 cart
70187-10 Microporous Specimen Capsules, 78 microns 50/pk 98.00 cart
70187-11 Microporous Specimen Capsules, 78 microns 100/pk 185.00 cart
70187-20 Microporous Specimen Capsules, 30 microns 50/pk 98.00 cart
70187-21 Microporous Specimen Capsules, 30 microns 100/pk 185.00 cart

Mold Cupsarrow12Mold Cups

Embedding cups, available in three sizes.

50480-10 Mold Cups, 11/8"(28mm) 50/pk 32.00 cart
50480-15 Mold Cups, ¼"(32mm) 50/pk 32.00 cart
50480-20 Mold Cups, 1½"(38mm) 50/pk 32.00 cart

Specimen Clipsarrow12Specimen Clips

For the positioning of the specimens in the mold during embedding.

50486-00 Specimen Clips 100/pk 28.50 cart

Specimen Basket; Stainless Steelarrow12Specimen Basket; Stainless Steel

Both the top and the bottom are made from a stainless steel mesh, which offers good fluid circulation. Has a male and a female threading for secure closure.
Measures: 12mm(ID)x13mm(H) (½"x½")

70190-01 Specimen Basket each 58.00 cart
70190-06 Specimen Basket 6/pk 312.00 cart

Specimen/Cleaning Basketarrow12Specimen/Cleaning Basket

This basket is brass with a stainless steel mesh attached to both ends; the mesh opening is 300µm. (The inside diameter is 12.5mm, 15mm height. (16mm ODx17mmH). To use, simply screw both halves together and you can keep small specimens for long periods of time during the process of fixing, dehydration or even critical point drying.

It can also be used to hold small parts for ultrasonic cleaning.

70190-21 Specimen/Cleaning Basket each 68.00 cart
70190-26 Specimen/Cleaning Basket 6/pk 396.00 cart

Stainless Steel Centrifuge Tubesarrow12Stainless Steel Centrifuge Tubes

Suspensions of specimens can easily be deposited onto specimen grids or embedding 
capsules simply by using these centrifuge tubes.

  1. Stainless Steel Centrifuge Tubes for Grids
    Made from stainless steel with a removable screw cap which allows for the placement of the specimen grids for deposition of suspended specimens.  Model A1 is used up to 34,000gf (ultra high speed). Measures 12.7mm(O.D.)X50mm(L). Balanced set of three.
  2. Stainless Steel Centrifuge Tubes for BEEM® Capsules
    Holds BEEM® embedding capsules size 00 for the deposition of suspended specimens.
    Model B1 is used up to 34,000gf (ultra high speed). Measures 12.7mm(O.D.)X 50mm(L) 
    Balanced set of three.
69940-A1 Model A1 Centrifuge Tube for Grids 3/set 290.00 cart
69940-B1 Model B1 Centrifuge Tube for BEEM® Capsule 3/set 325.00 cart

arrow12Critical Point Drier Accessories:

TEM Grid Holderarrow121. TEM Grid Holder

Machined from solid steel; has a stainless steel mesh on the top and the bottom. Featuring the most advanced design which assures no damage to the grids during processing. These holders are Brass-Nickel plated, very sturdy, and withstand all critical conditions. Holds 12 grids in numbered slots. Dimensions: 24mm(D)x24mm(H)

70192-01 Grid Holder each 250.00 cart
Coverslip Holder arrow122. Coverslip Holder

Brass/Nickel plated. Coverslips can be stacked with spacers (up to 15 coverslips with a thickness up to 2mm) with samples placed on top of each coverslip. Fluids freely exchange between coverslips. Both spacers and weights come with the unit. The upper part of the holder is grooved to accept tweezers.

Available in two configurations:
70193-01 Coverslip Holder 1 each 262.00 cart
70193-02 Coverslip Holder 2 each 262.00 cart
Specimen Holdersarrow123. Specimen Holders

Machined from solid steel, brass/nickel plated; incorporates a stainless steel mesh top and bottom to allow for fluid exchange.

Available in three sizes:
70194-12 12 Specimen Holder each 262.00 cart
70194-24 24 Specimen Holder each 262.00 cart
70194-04 4 Specimen Holder each 262.00 cart

arrow12Multi-Purpose Capsules

Product 62316 no longer is available. Please see 62320.

Stainless Steel Tissue Capsulesarrow12Stainless Steel Tissue Capsules

Features:

The separator is not included
They measure: 37mm(I.D.)x6mm(deep) (17/16"x3/16")

62320-01 SS Tissue Capsule each 17.25 cart
62320-06 SS Tissue Capsule 6/pk 82.00 cart
62320-20 Tissue Capsule Separator 2/pk 17.25 cart

Plastic Tissue Capsulesarrow12Plastic Tissue Capsules

Features:

They measure: 35mm(I.D.)x35mm(I.D.)x10mm(deep) (13/8x5/16)

 62322-12 Plastic Tissue Capsules 12/pk 44.00 cart

Tissue Processing Capsulesarrow12Tissue Processing Capsules

These one piece plastic capsules are hinged and perfectly aligned, offering convenience and ease of use. Both the top and the bottom of the capsule have an open mesh offering maximum fluid flow during processing. A frosted marking surface assures permanent identification. These capsules are commonly used with the Embedding Ring System. They are available in two sizes and five colors.

To Use: Simply place the tissue in the capsule, close the cover to lock, and the sample is now ready for processing.

Cat. No Color Capsule Size Pack Price  
62358-W White 38mmx8mm 500 105.00 cart
62359-W White 29mmx6mm 500 105.00 cart

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