Roundfin RD-2018 Combination Tissue Flotation Bath and Slide Dryer
1. Medical-grade HD color touch screen with intuitive control
2. 3-in-1 design: floating bath + slide dryer + oven in one compact unit
3. Temperature: 0-75°C (0-99°C optional) for all three stations
4. Dryer: multi-layer bevel processes 60 slides; Oven: 6 racks hold 180 slides
5. Timing switch and buzzer reminder for unattended batch processing
6. Glass cover included for enhanced heating efficiency
Product Overview
The Roundfin RD-2018 is a compact 3-in-1 combination unit that integrates a tissue flotation bath, slide dryer, and paraffin oven into a single benchtop workstation. Designed for histology and pathology laboratories, the RD-2018 streamlines the post-microtomy workflow -- flatten paraffin sections on the heated water bath, dry mounted slides on the multi-layer bevel dryer (60-slide capacity), and process additional slides in the integrated oven (180-slide capacity across 6 racks). All three stations feature independent 0-75 °C temperature control (0-99 °C optional) via a medical-grade HD color touch screen with timing switch and audible buzzer reminder.
Figure 1 -- Roundfin RD-2018 3-in-1 combination tissue flotation bath, slide dryer, and paraffin oven
Key Specifications
Design: 3-in-1 (Flotation Bath + Slide Dryer + Oven) | Temp: 0-75 °C (0-99 °C optional) | Dryer: 60 slides | Oven: 180 slides (6 racks) | Control: HD Touch Screen
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Combination tissue flotation bath, slide dryer, and paraffin oven |
| Model | RD-2018 |
| Flotation Bath Temperature | 0 °C to 75 °C (0 °C to 99 °C optional) |
| Flotation Bath Capacity | 2 L; bath dimensions 210 mm x 170 mm x 55 mm |
| Slide Dryer Temperature | 0 °C to 75 °C (0 °C to 99 °C optional) |
| Slide Dryer Capacity | 60 tissue slides simultaneously; multi-layer bevel design with wear-resistant colored surface |
| Paraffin Oven Temperature | 0 °C to 75 °C (0 °C to 99 °C optional) |
| Paraffin Oven Capacity | 6 standard staining racks (30 slides each); 180 tissue sections simultaneously; oven interior: 240 mm x 152 mm x 110 mm |
| Temperature Control | Medical-grade HD color touch screen; computer-controlled precision with independent heating for oven and slide dryer |
| Heat-Up Time | Approximately 10 minutes to reach 75 °C |
| Timer | Programmable timing switch (accurate to minutes) with audible buzzer alarm on completion |
| Included Accessories | Glass cover for enhanced heating efficiency and reduced energy consumption |
| Product Dimensions | 570 mm x 430 mm x 180 mm |
Key Features
3-in-1 Integrated Design -- Combines flotation bath, slide dryer, and paraffin oven in a single benchtop unit, saving valuable lab space versus three separate instruments.
Medical-Grade HD Touch Screen -- High-definition color display shows all parameters clearly; intuitive touch interface for temperature setting, timer programming, and independent control of each station.
Precision Computer-Controlled Heating -- Fast and stable temperature rise across all three stations (0-75 °C, 0-99 °C optional); reaches 75 °C in approximately 10 minutes.
Independent Station Control -- The oven and slide dryer can be heated separately or simultaneously -- energy-efficient operation when only one station is needed.
High-Throughput Capacity -- Dryer processes 60 slides on a multi-layer bevel surface; oven holds 6 standard staining racks (180 slides) simultaneously.
Wear-Resistant Dryer Surface -- Special colored coating technology ensures the baking sheet surface resists wear and does not peel, maintaining a clean working surface through years of daily use.
Programmable Timing with Buzzer Alarm -- Set any duration accurate to the minute; audible beep alerts the operator when the preset time is reached -- ideal for unattended batch processing.
Glass Cover Included -- Provided as a standard accessory to improve heating efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and protect slides from airborne contaminants during processing.
Compact Benchtop Footprint -- 570 mm x 430 mm x 180 mm overall dimensions fit standard laboratory benches; suitable for space-constrained histology labs.
Application Scenarios
| Scenario | How It Supports |
|---|---|
| Hospital Histology Lab | 3-in-1 design handles flotation, drying, and baking in one benchtop unit -- ideal for high-throughput diagnostic labs with limited space. |
| Research Institute | Timing switch with buzzer alarm enables unattended batch processing -- set the timer and return when the cycle is complete. |
| Medical College / Teaching Lab | Intuitive touch screen interface and independent heating controls make it easy for students to learn tissue processing workflows. |
| Veterinary Pathology | Compact footprint fits veterinary diagnostic labs; 180-slide oven capacity handles batch processing of animal tissue specimens. |
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FAQ
How many slides can the RD-2018 process simultaneously?
The slide dryer processes 60 tissue slides on its multi-layer bevel surface. The integrated paraffin oven holds 6 standard staining racks (30 slides each) for a total of 180 tissue sections processed simultaneously in the oven alone.
What temperature range does the RD-2018 support?
All three stations (flotation bath, slide dryer, and paraffin oven) operate from 0 °C to 75 °C, with an optional 0 °C to 99 °C extended range available. Each station can be heated independently via the HD touch screen control panel.
Can the oven and slide dryer operate independently?
Yes. The oven and slide dryer can be heated separately or simultaneously, allowing energy-efficient operation when only one station is needed. Each has independent temperature control via the touch screen interface.
Does the RD-2018 have a timer function?
Yes. The programmable timing switch is accurate to the minute. Set any duration, and the buzzer alarm will sound when the preset time is reached -- ideal for unattended batch processing in busy histology laboratories.
Need a Compact 3-in-1 Tissue Processing Station?
The Roundfin RD-2018 combines a flotation bath, slide dryer, and paraffin oven in a single benchtop unit -- saving lab space while maintaining full individual station functionality. CE and ISO 13485 certified with 1-year warranty and lifetime technical support.
Request a quotation: Contact our histopathology equipment team for pricing, specifications, and estimated delivery to your laboratory.
