BioSpec User Documentation - Using the Manual Slider Systems

Using the Manual Slider Systems

There are two different variations of the manual slider system variations. A bracket version for small magnets suited for mice and rats (left image) and a slider system for 30 and 40 cm magnets that can also handle bigger rodents of up to 5 kg (right image).

Manual Slider Systems

Pos. No	Description	Pos. No	Description
1	Interface and secure screw	1, f	Handle for slider with ruler
2	Fine adjustment screws	2	Interface and holding bolts (see inlet)
3	Height adjustment	a, b	Hooks & screws to fix the animal bed
		c, d	Bolts to align animal beds
		e	Height adjustment

The position of the preparation table is adjusted during the installation by the Bruker Service. The table position can be varied using a non-magnetic Allen key. The Allen key is included with delivery of the preparation table and is normally stored at the table’s base. The table’s height is adjusted coarsely and aligned using the clamping screws at the stand of the table.

Injury of animals

Never apply strong forces to overcome resistances when sliding the sample into the magnet. The animal could be injured.

▪: Always ensure free access and check the correct alignment of the animal bed in the magnet bore.

Functions of the Bracket System

On the bracket system, the animal beds are simply inserted from one end into the bracket. For smooth sliding of the bed, the bracket can be moistened with small amount of a silicon based lubricant.

▪: Positioning: Sample and animal bed are simply inserted from one end into the bracket. For smooth sliding of the bed, the bracket can be moistened with small amount of a silicon based lubricant. A non-magnetic ruler, which is provided with the MR instrument, can be used to measure the exact position of the sample in the magnet. Often, users mark important positions on the bracket.

▪: Height and tilt adjustment: The height and tilt of the preparation table are performed using the four Allen screws, located on the table’s bottom side.

Functions of the Slider System

On the slider system, the animal beds are hooked into the hooks and bolts. The bed is fixed by gently closing the screws at the opposite side of the hook.

▪: Positioning: Sample and animal bed are simply inserted from one end into the bracket. For smooth sliding of the bed, the bracket can be moistened with small amount of a silicon based lubricant. A non-magnetic ruler, which is provided with the MR instrument, can be used to measure the exact position of the sample in the magnet. Often, users mark important positions on the bracket.

▪: Height and tilt adjustment: The height and tilt of the preparation table are performed using the four Allen screws, located on the table’s bottom side.