• Sturkey steel histo knives & disposables on this page
• Diamond knives on page U3
• Sapphire knives on page U4
• Tungsten carbide knives & TC disposable blades for hard or tough specimens on page U7
• Razor blades on page L6

Selecting the correct blade

Sturkey blades are as good as the best, and some think better than over-priced brands, at near twice the price.
When aiming for excellent sections and great blade durability, it is important to match blades to the job.

At high performance levels, blades are good for fairly specific tasks:

• 'Select' for 2µm sections of soft tissue, but with little durability
• Feather R35 is similar to our 'Select' blades
• 'Silver' for 2-4 µm sections and improved durability
• 'Extremus' for 4µm and thicker sections, excellent durability
• 'Diamond' is for hard materials, even small bones
• 'Gold' is particularly useful for cryo sections

User Notes - UD554 and UD315 range of blades

DISPOSABLE LOW PROFILE MICROTOME KNIVES, STURKEY SELECT
Among the very best histo blades for producing 2µm wrinkle-free sections. The Select disposable microtome blade has been fashioned using state-of-the-art grinding and coating techniques. Teflon coated blades facilitate the thinnest sections to glide, wrinkle-free, from the cutting-edge. Select blades are ideal for all thin sectioning of soft tissues in paraffin and for cryostat use.
Dispenser holds 50 blades.

Samples available on request.

UDT315S50 Microtome blades, disposable, low profile, Sturkey Select AUD91.00 /disp/50 10% discount for 10 Available

DISPOSABLE LOW PROFILE MICROTOME KNIVES, "Silver"
Sturkey's "Silver" disposable knives have a PTFE coated edge, thereby minimising compression and making possible routine two or three micrometre sections from wax specimen blocks.
Dimensions: low profile, standard thickness, 76 x 8 x 0.25mm.

Dispensers: The slide on top of the dispenser pushes a single blade forward for mounting in a holder. Knives cannot be moved backwards into the holder. Spent blades may be disposed of within the base of the device; a slot is provided on either side and near the top of the black base.

UDT315R50 Microtome blades, disposable, low profile, Sturkey Silver AUD88.00 /disp/50 10% discount for 10 Available

DISPOSABLE LOW PROFILE MICROTOME BLADES, FEATHER R35

R35 "Routine" For thin sectioning of paraffin embedded tissue blocks. Especially suited for routine microtomy operations. Double coating increases edge strength and durability even when sectioning right after trimming with the same blade position. Specially hardened cutting edge. Very good for ribbon sectioning. Suitable for routine or hard tissue. Length 80mm, cutting angle 35 degrees. Blades made in Japan

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UDM-R35 Microtome blades, disposable, low profile, Feather R35 AUD125.00 /pk/50 5% discount for 5 Available

DISPOSABLE LOW PROFILE MICROTOME BLADES, "EXTREMUS™"
Durable, high performance, low profile. EXTREMUS™ rivals the best blades in thin sectioning ability - judged by looking at the fully prepared section. EXTREMUS™ exceeds all makes in durability; it is the most economical knife available. Tarsan™ coated.

Samples are available on request.

UDT315X50 Microtome blades, disposable, low profile, Sturkey EXTREMUS™ AUD89.00 /disp/50 10% discount for 10 Available

DISPOSABLE HIGH PROFILE MICROTOME BLADES, "Gold"
The gold-coloured titanium nitrate coating lowers friction and strengthens the edge. Unlike the low profile, polymer coated knives, 2 & 3 micrometre sections are not possible. These knives are more robust and excellent for routine histology and tougher specimens. They are commonly used in cryostats.
Dimensions: high profile, heavy duty thickness, 76 x 14 x 0.43mm.
Dispensers: These disposable knives are packed in a well designed bulk dispenser. Pressing a button lifts a single blade for safe removal. On the underside the dispenser accepts spent blades for safe disposal. The high profile 'Gold' dispenser contains 120 blades.

Samples are available on request.

UD554G Microtome blades, disposable, high profile, Sturkey Gold AUD189.00 /disp/120 Available
UD554G50 Microtome blades, disposable, high profile, Sturkey Gold AUD89.00 /disp/50 10% discount for 10 Available

DISPOSABLE MICROTOME BLADES, "Diamond"
"Diamond" blades are specially designed for cutting small bones, plastic, hard tissues for use in cryostats. The coating is incredibly durable and able to withstand plenty of abuse. These blades are not recommended for general paraffin sections.

See link on top of this page to tungsten carbide "disposable blades". These and TC knives are best for very hard, resin-embedded specimens; these knives can cut undecalcified solid bone.

Samples are available on request.

UD554D50 Microtome blades, disposable, high profile, Sturkey Diamond AUD126.00 /disp/50 10% discount for 10 Available
UDT315D50 Microtome blades, disposable, low profile, Sturkey Diamond AUD106.00 /disp/50 10% discount for 10 Available

Very hard specimens may require plastic embedding prior to sectioning with a tungsten carbide blade or knife

PERMANENT MICROTOME KNIVES
The illustrated styles are available in 5 standard sizes. Manufactured to close tolerances in heavy duty stainless steel, with a chromium nitrate coating for added corrosion protection. Each knife is supplied in a custom wooden case. Extra knife cases, knife handles and honing backs are available.
These are equal to the very best microtome knives available.
If ordering, fax a tracing of the knife's cross-section and include a 50mm line as a scale bar since faxes can change scale. These knives are custom made.
International freight cost: These knives are drop-shipped by the manufacturer. The indicated price is your total cost in AUD; there is no additional freight charge.

UTA125 Microtome knife, style A 125mm AUD328.00 Availability
UTA160 Microtome knife, style A 160mm AUD360.00 Availability
UTA185 Microtome knife, style A 185mm AUD376.00 Availability
UTA220 Microtome knife, style A 220mm AUD489.00 Availability
UTA250 Microtome knife, style A 250mm AUD537.00 Availability
UTD125 Microtome knife, Style D 125mm AUD328.00 Availability
UTD160 Microtome knife, Style D 160mm AUD347.00 Availability
UTD185 Microtome knife, Style D 185mm AUD378.00 Availability
UTD220 Microtome knife, Style D 220mm AUD489.00 Availability
UTD250 Microtome knife, Style D 250mm AUD543.00 Availability

MICROTOME BLADE HOLDER
Microtome blade holder, 182mm length, mounting the disposable blade low profile, stainless steel material. For use in the histopathology, research lab, and for sample preparation in the industrial quality assurance lab.

UYDBH-170B combines the quality cutting characteristics of reusable blades with the convenience and consistency of disposable blades.

Features

• These versatile blade holders are designed to readily accommodate blades of differing thickness. Such adaptability allows the histologist maximum flexibility especially when difficult tissues are encountered. When used with thick blades (like the 1.2mm TC) the two screws need to be loosened to close the locking lever.
• These blade holders are durable and less susceptible to nicks and normal wear and tear.
• Easy to use
• The quality and convenience of disposable blades are available for all rotary microtomes and cryostats.
• The blade holder allows the use of both high and low profile blades.

Dimensions are: Length: 185mm, Width: 32.5mm, Thickness 9.5mm. Roughly wedge-shaped.

UYDBH-170B Blade holder for low and high profile disposable microtome blades AUD319.00 Available

SHARPENING OF MICROTOME AND TUNGSTEN CARBIDE KNIVES
We can sharpen these with a turn-around time of about three weeks. Prices include return freight to Australian destinations. New Zealand customers, please add $25 for additional freight cost; this would cover one or several knives in one shipment. Overseas customers please ask for a freight quote.
Note: Prices are subject to verification of knife type and condition.
The number refers to the knife length e.g. US185C is for sharpening up to a 185mm knife with "C" profile. "C" profile means a single bevel along the entire cutting edge (most knives). "D" profile refers to knives that have two different bevels along the edge.

The non-tungsten carbide knives include cryostat knives.

UD082 Resharpen tungsten carbide knife, 160mm AUD440.00 Availability
UD083 Resharpen tungsten carbide knife, 170mm AUD454.00 Availability
US170C Resharpen C profile microtome knife, up to 170mm AUD134.00 Availability
US170D Resharpen D profile microtome knife, up to 170mm AUD141.00 Availability
US185C Resharpen C profile microtome knife, 185-220mm AUD148.00 Availability
US185D Resharpen D profile microtome knife, 185-220mm AUD155.00 Availability
US300C Resharpen C profile microtome knife, 250-300mm AUD162.00 Availability
US300D Resharpen D profile microtome knife, 250-300mm AUD168.00 Availability

DIGITAL HISTO KNIFE SHARPENER
Automatic histology knife sharpener.
Features

• Microprocessor for convenient operation and reliable function
• The versatile knife-holder and the levelling system of the platter allow sharpening of many types of histo knives
• The knife-turning mechanism is cushioned to maintain even pressure throughout the process
• Manual button for safe and easy mounting and removal of knife

Specifications
Knife length: 110 - 250mm
Thickness: less than 13mm
Grinding angle: 22 - 45°（half angle 11 - 22.5°）
Timer range: 1 - 60min
Knife turning interval is selectable: 5, 10, 25sec and unilateral
Power supply: AC 220V 50Hz
Noise: 60dB
Dimensions: 586 x 555 x 426mm
Net weight: 40kg
Packed weight: 55kg

UM-KS Histo knife sharpener, automatic ask Availability