Heathrow Scientific 18-Place Slide Staining Tray - 120879 | Light-Sensitive Cover

Inconsistent staining and accidental slide movement compromise critical assay results. The Heathrow Scientific 120879 Slide Staining Tray securely anchors up to 18 standard microscope slides (76 x 26 mm) during staining, rinsing, and drying procedures. Constructed from a solvent-resistant polypropylene blend with non-skid silicone feet, this tray features an included black lid for light-sensitive applications and humidity retention wells to ensure optimal micro-environments for specialized testing.

Features and Benefits

• High Capacity: Securely holds up to 18 standard microscope slides simultaneously, maximizing throughput for clinical and research laboratories.

• Light-Sensitive Protection: Includes a fitted black lid designed specifically to protect sensitive assays from ambient light exposure during incubation.

• Solvent Resistant: Durably manufactured from a specialized polypropylene blend that resists degradation from common laboratory stains and solvents.

• Flexible Drainage: Features two convenient ways to empty stain liquid: corner pour spouts for quick decanting, and a drain hole with a secure plug for controlled release.

• Stable Base: Non-skid silicone feet firmly grip the benchtop, preventing accidental movement while handling delicate samples.

• Ergonomic Handling: Equipped with strategic handle cutouts along the edges to allow safe, balanced transport across the laboratory.

• Made in USA

Specifications

Laboratory Applications

• Executing light-sensitive fluorescent staining and antibody binding assays

• Maintaining high-humidity micro-environments for delicate histological incubations

• Standardizing rinsing and drying procedures for clinical microscopy

Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes of microscope slides fit in this tray?
The tray is specifically engineered to hold standard 76 x 26 mm microscope slides securely in place.

Are the drain plugs included with the unit?
Yes, each unit comes complete with one black base tray, one black protective cover, and two drain plugs for controlled fluid release.

Can this tray be placed in an incubator?
The materials are rated for an operating temperature range of 0°C to 40°C, making it suitable for most standard room temperature and low-heat incubations.

Quality Assurance

Heathrow Scientific products are rigorously tested to meet the high standards of research and clinical laboratories, ensuring reliable performance and organizational efficiency.

Academic and Institutional Pricing

LabSupplies.com offers tiered quantity pricing for academic and research institutions. As an authorized dealer, we ship directly from USA inventory.