The Narishige PC-10 is a versatile, vertical-pull micropipette puller designed for the high-precision fabrication of glass microelectrodes and injection needles. This model replaces older semi-automatic units like the PP-830, offering a more automated and robust experience for researchers in biotechnology and electrophysiology. Core Operation Modes
Centering: For consistent results, the glass capillary must be perfectly centered within the heating coil. Users should loosen the heating element positioning screw to align the heater block before tightening.
(often referred to as a manual or vertical puller) is its automated dual-stage pulling mode, which significantly improves the reproducibility of specialized pipette tips. narishige pc10 manual new
If the heater coil becomes brittle or fails to heat (Error E_99), it must be replaced. Environment:
The updated Narishige PC-10 manual includes the following new features: Arduino-based heater controllers for old PC-10 bodies
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Single-Stage (STEP 1): The capillary is pulled in one continuous motion. This typically produces longer, more flexible needles suitable for certain microinjection tasks. The updated Narishige PC-10 manual includes the following
The PC-10 uses different heating filaments depending on your glass type (borosilicate vs. aluminosilicate) and tip size (patch pipettes vs. microinjection needles). A proper new manual will list: