This is an ultra-stable remote controlled micromanipulator designed specifically for patch clamp and microelectrode recording.
Movements are backlash-free and controlled in the sub micron range with ease using the joystick.
There are 2 speed ranges to to enable rapid positioning of the pipette without the necessity for a manual coarse manipulator. The speed of movement in each range setting is controlled by the extent of joystick deflection for the x and y axis, verticle movement is controlled by rotating the joystick clockwise or anticlockwise. Verticle speed is dependent on the amount of joystick rotation. In addition, the manipulator can be switched to stepped mode in which movements of 160nm are possible by short deflection or rotation of the joystick. If the joystick is deflected for a time in excess of one second, the 160nm steps are repeated.