MicroTester G2
A Micro-scale SYSTEM THAT DOES WHAT OTHERS CAN’T
Better force resolution, easier test setups, and great visuals for your delicate spheroids, filaments, and 3D-printed structures.
MicroTester G2
- Compression, tension, bending indentation and shear testing
- Ultra-precise piezo-electric actuators
- Force resolution down to 10nN
- High magnification imaging
- Integrated temperature-controlled media bath
- Fully featured user interface software for simple, cyclic, relaxation, and multi-modal testing with real-time feedback
Specimens & Mounting
Bend-Induced Tension Specimen: spider silk Peak Force: 2mN
Our lab focuses on micro and nanoscale 3D-printing of soft hydrogels for tissue engineering applications. The MicroTester is a unique device capable of accurately testing our 3D-printed scaffolds where other methods have fallen short. The software provided is easy to use and provides flexibility for the diverse needs of our lab
The MicroTester represents a unique opportunity to perform mechanical assays in cell spheroids together with a versatile optical system. We also have a great experience with customer support. See publication: Delivery of Human Adipose Stem Cells Spheroids into Lockyballs.
This innovative equipment has allowed us to accurately characterize the properties of a diverse range of engineered bioscaffolds under physiological conditions. What truly sets thsi company apart, is their commitment to Customer Service – they have gone above and beyond to help us in getting the most from our data and are always very prompt and helpful in responding to our questions.
TECHNICAL INFO
| MTG2 | |
| Dimensions | 56 X 14 X 24cm |
| Weight | 9kg |
| Force Capacity | 500mN |
| Available Force Transducers | 0.005, 0.02, 0.08, 0.2, 1, 5, 25, 100, 500mN |
| Force Accuracy | Approx. 0.2% of transducer capacity |
| Maximum Grip Separation | Approx. 10mm |
| Maximum Velocity | 0.5mm/s |
| Maximum Cycle Frequency | 0.5Hz |
| Maximum Data Rate | 15Hz |
| Actuator Technology | Piezo-electric Motor |
| Actuator Resolution | 0.1um |
| Range of Field of View | 0.4-11.0mm |
| Vertical Image Resolution | 2048px |
| Secondary Camera Option | Yes |
| Secondary Test Axis Option (Shear) | Yes |