The Stable "Z" is a device designed to warm biological specimens in standard plastic ware on a microscope stage with the distinct advantage of eliminating "Z" axis drift.

How does it work?

There are several factors that make the Stable "Z" superior to traditional "Stage heaters".

1. The mass of the heated components is minimal.
2. Due to the unique geometry of the heating components, thermal expansion is self canceled because the heated support surface for the dish is coplanar with the support surface for the heater itself.
3. The heated components are thermally isolated from the stage of the microscope so that the microscope stage itself is not subject to absorbing heat from the Stable "Z".
4. The carrier plate that supports the heated components does not contribute to Z axis drift because it has a near zero thermal expansion coefficient.

The result is the most stable and economical method of warming a specimen for time-lapse imaging. The only limitation is that as heat is applied peripherally, there is always a thermal gradient, but no more or less than any other traditional "stage heater"

What makes it better than traditional stage heaters?

"Z" axis stability, reduced warm up time and price!
It is simply a better value through superior engineering.

Why would I use the Stable "Z" over some of the other equipment Bioptechs micro-environmental products?

The Stable "Z" is ideal for those who do not need a highly integrated micro-environmental system.
It is best suited for those who need to warm their cells in standard plastic ware for non-critical imaging.
The Stable "Z" outperforms traditional "stage heaters" and is available at an unbeatable value.