Original Leica 818/819 Microtome Blades | Roundfin
1. Original Leica disposable microtome blades made in Germany
2. Leica 818 high-profile blade option
3. Leica 819 low-profile blade option
4. 50 blades supplied in each dispenser box
5. 500 blades supplied in each inner box
6. Profile-specific choice for compatible microtome blade holders
Product Overview
Leica 818 and Leica 819 are original disposable microtome blades manufactured in Germany for routine histology sectioning. The Leica 818 is the high-profile option and the Leica 819 is the low-profile option, allowing laboratories to select the blade format required by their compatible holder. Both versions are supplied in dispenser boxes of 50 blades, with 500 blades in an inner box.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Leica |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing origin | Germany |
| Model 818 | High-profile disposable microtome blade |
| Model 819 | Low-profile disposable microtome blade |
| Dispenser box | 50 blades |
| Inner box | 500 blades |
| Product type | Disposable microtome blade |
Key Features
Original Leica packaging provides clear model and profile identification.
The 818 high-profile and 819 low-profile versions cover two common holder formats.
Disposable blades support routine sectioning without manual blade resharpening.
The dispenser format keeps unused blades organized for laboratory handling.
Bulk inner-box packaging supports routine histology laboratory consumption.
Applications
Routine paraffin sectioning in histology and pathology laboratories
Clinical, research and teaching laboratories using compatible microtomes
Facilities choosing high- or low-profile blades for their installed holders
Replacement blade supply for routine tissue-section preparation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Leica 818 and 819?
Leica 818 is a high-profile disposable microtome blade, while Leica 819 is the low-profile version. Select the profile required by the blade holder.
How many blades are supplied?
Each dispenser box contains 50 blades. The documented inner-box quantity is 500 blades for either model.
Are these original Leica blades?
Yes. The listed products are original Leica 818 and 819 disposable microtome blades manufactured in Germany.
Will these blades fit every microtome?
Not necessarily. Compatibility depends on the installed blade holder and its accepted profile. Confirm whether the holder requires a high- or low-profile blade before ordering.
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