Leica EG 1150 User Manual

Leica EG1150

Convenient and comfortable tissue embedding center

Modern Technology

for Comfortable Embedding

The new Leica EG1150 modular tissue embed-

ding center incorporates two separate compo-

nents, the Leica EG1150 C cold plate and the

Leica EG1150 H heated embedding module. The

independent modules offer the flexibility to

arrange embedding workflow in the direction

that best suits your laboratory.

Adjustable embedding center height

In addition to the already low, comfortable working position,
now you can even adjust the work surface height for opti­mum ergonomics.

Left or right handed workflow

The modular system of the Leica EG1150 allows the place­ment of the cold plate onto either end of the heated embed­ding module allowing the tech nician to embed in either a
right or left handed direction.

Rounded arm rests

Rounded arm rests provide a comfortable working position
free from any hard pressure points on technician’s arms.

Tissue cassette and mold warming trays located
at the same level

No need for excessive arm movements while embedding.
Tissue cassettes and molds are kept at the same level pro­viding a comfortable workflow with minimum effort.

Position adjustable halogen light and magnifier

Bright, even illumination of the work area is provided by the
position adjustable halogen lamp. A position adjustable mag­nifier is also available as an option to facilitate specimen ori­entation when embedding.

The large Peltier element cold

spot is designed to assist tissue

orientation even with large Super

Mega Cassettes.

The new paraffin drain system prevents liquid

paraffin from accumulating on the spacious work

surface. Excess paraffin is drained into one of the

two large heated paraffin collecting trays, both of

which can be removed for emptying.

Tissue cassette and mold warming trays are inter-

change able to accommodate changes in embed-

ding workflow.

The heated, removable forceps

holder is easily accessible from

either side.

Kühlplatte

EG1150 C

The Leica EG1150 C cold plate is held at a constant temper-

ature of – 5 °C. The easy to load, large capacity plate can

hold in excess of 70 standard cassette molds. An optional

cover reduces frost build up in high humidity environments.

Additionally, the cold plate can be used as a stand alone

unit for pre- cooling blocks prior to sectioning.

At a glance...
Leica EG1150 H

• Height-adjustable, rotary and fold-back clip
for activating the paraffin flow with the
embedding mold, manually or via foot switch

• Setting screw for precise paraffin flow rate
adjustment

• Paraffin flow via gravitational force

• Spacious, heated work surface with
paraffin drain system for interim storage
of molds and cassettes

• Two heated, removable paraffin
collecting trays

• Adjustable temperatures for paraffin
reservoir, working surfaces and integrated
warming trays, between 55 °C to 70 °C in 5 K
increments

• Enhanced mode, selectable for rapid
paraffin melting when working in shifts

• Programmable on and off timer

• Magnifier (optional)

• Foot switch (optional)

Leica EG1150 C

• Constant temperature of the cold
plate at – 5 °C

• Approx. 70 cassette molds capacity

• Acrylic cover (optional)

With the especially smooth-running, height-adjustable and

rotary dispenser clip, paraffin can either be dispensed man-

ually or by pushing the embedding mold against the clip. A

third option, when working with large embedding molds, is

to fold the dispenser clip backwards and activate the paraf-

fin flow via the foot switch, available as an optional acces-

sory.

New:

Spacious work surface

The large work surface area with a new, ro-

bust finish allows you to set out multiple

cassettes and molds in preparation for em-

bedding, greatly improving specimen

through put.

Leica EG1150 with foot switch (optional

accessory) to activate paraffin flow.

Easy to operate instrument display

All functions of the Leica EG1150 are con-

trolled through the easy to read L.E.D display,

including temperature settings for left and

right hand warming trays, paraffin reservoir,

and working surface. Work days and times

can be programmed for automatic instrument

operation.

Leica EG1150 C – Technical specification

Admissions: UL
Nominal supply voltages (AC ± 10 %): 230 V/50 Hz

120 V/60 Hz

100 V/50 - 60 Hz

240 V/50 Hz
Maximum power draw: 350 VA
Operating temperature range: +18 °C to +40 °C
Working temperature: – 5 °C at 22 °C ambient

temperature, after 20 min.

Relative air humidity: maximum 60 %, non-condensing

Dimensions and weights

Width: 360 mm
Depth: 650 mm
Height: 360 mm
Cold plate (WxD): 330 x 370 mm
Cold plate capacity: 70 standard cassette molds
Weight: 23 kg

Leica EG1150 H – Technical specification

Admissions: UL
Nominal supply voltages: 100 – 120 V, 50/60 Hz

230 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Maximum power draw: 1100 VA
Operating temperature range: +18 °C to +40 °C
Working temperatures: 55 °C to 70 °C

adjustable in 5 K increments

Relative air humidity: maximum 60 %, non-condensing

Capacity

Paraffin reservoir: 3 l
Cassette tray/warming tray: approx. 100 cassettes

Dimensions and weights

Width: 500 mm
Depth: 640 mm
Height: 360 mm
Working surface (W x D): 2 x 210 x 175 mm
Cool spot: 68 x 68 mm
Weight: approx. 30 kg

The Leica EG1150 C and Leica EG1150 H instruments are manufactured
in accordance with UL, CSA, IEC, C-Tick and VDE standards. The latest
in development, production and testing facilities – documented in

accordance with ISO 9001 – ensure the highest quality and reliability.
Comprehensive range of accessories on request.
Technical specification subject to change.

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