MicroBaskets
An optimized crystal or biological cell harvesting cryo-loop. MiTeGen has developed this 3 dimensional micro-structure to simplify harvesting and manipulation with side walls that allow for more rapid movement in media. This one size fits most device eliminates the need to preselect the right loop size simplifying inventory and purchasing, while speeding up the harvesting process. Pores throughout the device allow for easy wicking of excess media with a simple touch of the bottom side. The Microbasket can be customized to your specific needs (application). Use the contact form below to inquire.
Each box contains twenty (20) MicroBaskets
Mounts can either be inserted into reusable bases or epoxied into standard bases.
Product Information
Use cases include:
Crystallography (for experimental use) -
Easily harvest crystals using the MiTeGen “on-the-loop” harvesting method. The loop + crystal can go directly into the X-ray beam without impacting data quality.
Great for room temperature and cryogenic crystallography.
Features for crystallography include:
- 3-D structure with containment walls
- One size fits most crystals
- Easy wick pores for backside touch off
- Thick, durable polymer in both the body and aperture
- Patented curve mount design
- Precise dimensions for ease of alignment
- Compatible with standard X-ray hardware
- Rigid
- Ease of harvest
Cellular Biology (for experimental use) -
An ideal tool for transferring cells between media or for rapid ice-free cryopreservation.
Features for cellular biology include:
- 3-D structure with containment walls
- Cells are retained when sweeping the face through different equilibration media
- One size fits many cell sizes
- Easy wick pores for backside touch off
- Thick, durable polymer in both the body and aperture
- Patented curve mount design
- Rigid
- Ease of harvest
Product Development History
The Microbasket was developed as a way to move oocytes, ova, and blastocysts out of media without them falling over the edge of the device and to provide a low volume, low thermal mass support for cryopreservation and subsequent rewarming. In addition, some researchers prefer to use this device as a loop because it reduces the learning curve and simplifies the process of looping crystals.
Adaptability - Customization
Use the contact form on the right to start the discussion of how the microbasket can be customized to your specific needs (application).