Combined Plate Chamber (Utermöhl-Chamber) Aquatic BioTechnology ²⁶

Precision Components for the Utermöhl System

The ultimate field and laboratory instrumentation, meticulously manufactured for quantitative limnological and oceanographic analysis.

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Take the precision of your biological analyses to the next level with the set of components for the Utermöhl Pack. All instrumentation is delivered perfectly packaged and protected, ensuring that each piece maintains the exact physical tolerances required for optimal sampling and sedimentation of aquatic microorganisms and microalgae.

The engineering behind this system combines optical-grade polymers with high-strength metal alloys, minimizing wear caused by continuous use in scientific research laboratories. Thanks to its standardized design, each component integrates seamlessly to ensure airtight sealing and prevent alteration or loss of sample volumes during prolonged sedimentation periods.

Key Features

• Modular structures with strict physical tolerances for perfect, leak-free assembly.
• Materials selected for their high corrosion resistance and excellent optical clarity under the microscope.
• Versatile kit covering multiple volumetric capacities to adapt to different phytoplankton densities.
• Mechanical components designed for fast and secure assembly, facilitating both field and laboratory work.

Base Plate and Threaded Ring

Precision Thanks to the painstaking manufacturing process, the join between the stainless steel threaded ring and methacrylate plate is better than ever.
	Our Sedimentation Chambers Manufactured to contain 10ml, 25ml, 50ml or 100ml, with a tolerance of +/- 0.3ml. Volume obtained with our base plate, threaded ring, and sedimentation chamber used together.

New Handling Support

The design of the new handling support means everything fits together better. The base plate fits perfectly on the top of the handling support, facilitating the sliding of the sedimentation chambers and square cover, and avoiding splashes.

Utermöhl Support Made of aluminium, this support allows the our Utermöhl base plate to be adapted to any inverted microscope. It is custom built according to the needs of the client.

Note: Sedimentation chambers are not suitable for use with alcohols

• Specifications
• In the Box

• Material - Base Plate	Technical methacrylate with integrated threaded channel
  Dimensions - Base Plate	120 mm x 43 mm
  Usable Volume - Base Plate	3 ml (in combination with threaded ring and Coverslip Circle glass)
  Material - Threaded Ring	High-strength AISI 316 stainless steel
  Dimensions - Threaded Ring	Outer diameter: 37 mm / Inner diameter: 26 mm
  Material - Locking Key	AISI 316 stainless steel with robust 1 mm thickness
  Material - Handling Support	High-density white acetal for stable handling
  Dimensions - Handling Support	135 mm x 53 mm x 45 mm (supports volumes up to 100 ml)
  Material - Sedimentation Chambers	Optical-grade methacrylate in 10 ml, 25 ml, 50 ml and 100 ml capacities
  Material - Optical Glassware and Instruments	High-transparency borosilicate glass
  Specifications - Coverslip Circle	100 units, outer diameter: 28 mm / Thickness: 0.17 mm
  Specifications - Square Covers	4 units, dimensions: 42 mm x 42 mm / Thickness: 1.1 mm
  Specifications - Round Covers	4 units, outer diameter: 33 mm / Thickness: 3 mm

• • 1x Methacrylate Base Plate
  • 1x AISI 316 Stainless Steel Threaded Ring
  • 1x Specialized Locking Key
  • 1x White Acetal Handling Support
  • 1x 10 ml Sedimentation Chamber
  • 1x 25 ml Sedimentation Chamber
  • 1x 50 ml Sedimentation Chamber
  • 1x 100 ml Sedimentation Chamber
  • 100x Coverslip Circle Glasses
  • 4x Square Cover Glasses
  • 4x Round Cover Glasses