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CM1900
The rapid sectioning cryostat for routine diagnostics

Leica CM1900
Overview

The versatile and uncomplicated use of the Leica CM1900 as well as the reliable results obtained make it the instrument of choice in many routine as well as advanced cryostat applications.

The open top stainless steel cryochamber with separate specimen cooling is easily accessible and offers ample space for convenient working and storage of specimens. The cryostat can be easily disinfected with the Leica Cryofect spray at a temperature of around –20° C.

The open top stainless steel cryochamber with separate specimen cooling is easily accessible and offers ample space for convenient working and storage of specimens. With the actively cooled quick freeze shelf (-45°C) up to ten specimens can be frozen rapidly inside the cryochamber, the freezing process being further supported by the built-in heat extractor system.


The encapsulated stainless steel high-precision microtome is splashwater-proof and does not need to be removed from the cryochamber for disinfecting or other cleaning and maintenance work.
The versatile and uncomplicated use of the Leica CM1900 as well as the reliable results obtained make it the instrument of choice in many routine as well as advanced cryostat applications.


The cryostat can be easily disinfected with the Leica Cryofect spray at a temperature of around –20° C. The entire cleaning process is completed within less than 25 minutes.

Leica CM1900

Leica CM1900

Key Features

  • Encapsulated microtome
  • Section thickness selection between 1 and 60 µm
  • Total vertical stroke: approx. 60 mm
  • Power saving (ECO) refrigeration system
  • Programmable defrost cycles
  • Specimen retraction
  • Twin-compressor cooling system
  • Chamber temperature adjustable between 0 and -35 °C
  • Separate specimen temperature control down to -50°C
  • Specimen orientation
Leica CM1900 Brochure
CM1900 Brochure
(1.09 MB PDF)

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