About ConXport . Analgesiometer Tail Flick
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Product Type
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Tail Flick
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Material
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Mild Steel
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Voltage
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220-230 Volt
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Usage
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For Industrial Use
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Display Type
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Analog
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ProductDescription
Available in following models:
(a) Mark I (Radiant Heat or TailFlick Type):- It provides pain stimulus by heated nichrome wire in a Rats tailto determine analgesic effect of drugs. Complete with one spare element towork on 220 Volts
Precise Pain Sensitivity MeasurementEngineered for accurate assessment, the Analgesiometer Tail Flick provides reliable testing of pain thresholds using controlled infrared heat. Its adjustable tail positioner ensures repeatable alignment, while digital controls allow for precise timing and stimulus control. This facilitates consistent research outcomes in pharmacological and analgesic studies.
Durability Meets Laboratory StandardsConstructed from mild steel, aluminum, and glass with a powder-coated finish, the device withstands rigorous laboratory use. It meets essential safety and animal welfare requirements, ensuring application in research facilities while maintaining hygienic standards with easily cleanable surfaces.
User-Friendly Operation and Safety FeaturesThe instrument features manual and auto reset options, an intuitive digital display, and an adjustable safety cutoff. Its ergonomic design promotes ease of operation and minimizes risk during testing, complying with laboratory safety protocols and offering reliability for researchers.
FAQs of ConXport . Analgesiometer Tail Flick:
Q: How does the ConXport Analgesiometer Tail Flick measure pain sensitivity in laboratory animals?
A: This device uses a controlled infrared (IR) lamp to apply a thermal stimulus to the animals tail. When the animal flicks its tail in response, the digital timer records the reaction time, helping researchers determine the pain threshold or efficacy of analgesic drugs.
Q: What are the adjustable settings available on this analgesiometer?
A: Researchers can adjust heat intensity up to 55C, set a timer range from 0 to 10 seconds (extendable), and customize a safety cutoff time. The tail positioner groove is also adjustable for precise alignment during testing.
Q: When should you use the Analgesiometer Tail Flick instrument in research?
A: This device is ideal for pharmacological and preclinical studies focused on pain sensitivity or evaluating analgesic drugs in small animals, such as mice and rats, under controlled laboratory conditions.
Q: Where is the instrument typically used, and what environmental conditions does it support?
A: It is used in laboratory settings and operates reliably under standard environmental conditions, tolerating humidity up to 90% RH (non-condensing) and powered by 220 V AC, 50 Hz.
Q: What is the process for conducting a tail flick test using this device?
A: Researchers align the animals tail in the positioner groove, select the appropriate heat intensity and timer setting, then initiate the infrared stimulus. The timer records how long it takes for the animal to respond by flicking its tail, with auto or manual reset options available.
Q: What are the benefits of using a digital timer and adjustable cutoff on this analgesiometer?
A: The digital timer increases reaction time measurement accuracy (0.05 sec), while the adjustable cutoff and auto reset features enhance safety, prevent overstimulation, and allow for consistent, ethical testing.
Q: Is the ConXport Analgesiometer compliant with laboratory safety and animal welfare guidelines?
A: Yes, the device adheres to established laboratory safety norms and animal welfare regulations, making it suitable for responsible scientific research in pharmacology and related disciplines.