Polyester Wax, Electron Microscopy Sciences

Supplier: Electron Microscopy Sciences
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100496-094EA 380.89 USD
100496-094
Polyester Wax, Electron Microscopy Sciences
Lubricants
A synthetic polyester wax with a very low melting point (37 °C). Invented by Dr. H.F. Steedman as a ribboning embedding medium. Its main advantage over paraffin and ester waxes is its low melting point, which reduces tissue hardening, shrinkage, and eliminates the need for infiltration ovens.

  • Soluble in most organic solvents, including alcohol, ethers, esters, ketones and hydrocarbons
  • Water tolerant, almost opaque, and sections easily
  • No electrification of ribbons occurs during sectioning
  • Sections of 2 microns and more may be cut at room temperatures between 10 and 22 °C
  • Advantageous to keep the wax in its solid state prior to use
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