Roundfin RD-86 Tissue Floating Bath

NHS hospital pathology departments, specialist diagnostic laboratories, and pathology teaching services that require a 2-in-1 tissue-floating bath and slide warmer with advanced microprocessor control represent the primary procurement context for the Roundfin RD-86 Tissue Floating Bath. The US-made single-chip microprocessor control is the defining technology feature of the RD-86 — US-origin control electronics provide the precision temperature management required for consistent tissue section flotation and slide warming across both the bath and warmer stages of the histopathology preparation workflow. Medigear.uk supplies the RD-86 and can provide NHS procurement documentation.

Research institutes, university pathology departments, and medical school histology teaching laboratories benefit from the RD-86's explicit positioning by the manufacturer for pathological research and teaching in hospitals and research institutes. The compact, easy-to-operate design supports student and trainee use in teaching laboratories where straightforward instrument operation is a priority. Medigear.uk can advise on RD-86 configuration for teaching and research procurement.

Hospital histopathology services, cancer diagnostic centres, and specialist staining laboratories with moderate daily slide volumes benefit from the RD-86's 0–90°C temperature range, which covers all standard paraffin-section flotation and slide-warming protocols. The new heating materials cited by the manufacturer support efficient temperature management across both zones simultaneously, and the 200W power consumption provides balanced operation for the combined 2-in-1 instrument footprint. Medigear.uk can advise on the selection between RD-86 and FL-220.

Private pathology laboratories, veterinary diagnostic services, and food testing facilities will find the Roundfin RD-86 available through Medigear.uk. The dual voltage AC 230V/120V specification supports international deployment, and the compact design is suitable for a variety of laboratory bench configurations. Medigear.uk can discuss RD-86 supply terms on request.

US-Made Single-Chip Microprocessor Control

The RD-86 is equipped with US-made single-chip microprocessors — US-origin control electronics that the manufacturer cites as an advanced technology feature. Single-chip US microprocessor control provides precise digital temperature regulation and automatic adjustment for both zones, distinguishing the RD-86 from instruments using generic microprocessor control. This technology positioning is relevant for research institutes and hospital laboratories where specification accuracy and control precision are procurement considerations.

Advanced New Heating Materials

The new heating materials cited by the manufacturer are a second advanced-technology feature of the RD-86, contributing to efficient heat transfer and precise temperature management in both the bath and warmer sections. These materials support the consistent temperature conditions required for high-quality tissue section flotation and reliable slide warming across the instrument's 0–90°C operating range.

2-in-1 Compact and Easy-to-Operate Design

The RD-86 combines the tissue-floating bath and slide-warmer functions in a single compact instrument with matched 225×145mm bath and dryer sections, providing a symmetrical and intuitive layout that is easy to operate in both clinical and teaching laboratory settings. The combined design eliminates the need for two separate instruments and reduces the bench footprint required for the post-microtomy slide preparation stage.

Explicitly Designed for Hospital Pathology and Research Teaching

The manufacturer's stated application context — pathological research and teaching in hospitals and research institutes — directly positions the RD-86 for the procurement needs of hospital pathology departments conducting research activities and for medical school and university histology teaching programmes. This explicit teaching-application focus makes the RD-86 appropriate for demonstrating the complete tissue-preparation workflow in a single, compact instrument.

0–90°C Full Range for Both Bath and Warmer

The 0–90°C temperature range, covering both the bath and warmer zones, provides the full flexibility needed for standard paraffin section flotation and slide-warming protocols, with headroom for elevated-temperature applications. Both zones operate simultaneously and independently across the same 0–90°C range.

Dual Voltage AC 230V/120V for International Deployment

AC 230V/50Hz and AC 120V/60Hz dual-voltage support enables deployment in both European and North American electrical environments, facilitating international research collaborations, exchange teaching programmes, and multinational hospital pathology networks without requiring a voltage converter.

200W Balanced Power for Combined Operation

At 200W for combined bath and warmer operation, the RD-86 delivers efficient power consumption suitable for continuous daily laboratory use at standard socket capacity, without the higher power demands of more complex multi-zone instruments.

Symmetrical 225×145mm Bath and Dryer Platform

The matching 225×145mm platform width, shared by both the bath section (55mm deep) and the dryer section (70mm deep), creates a symmetrical, balanced instrument layout that is visually intuitive and operationally straightforward, with clearly matched, equal-width working areas for tissue flotation and slide warming.

US-Made Single-Chip Microprocessor Control

Advanced technology control electronics. Precise digital temperature management across both zones simultaneously.

Advanced New Heating Materials

Efficient heat transfer in the bath and warmer zones. Supports consistent 0–90°C temperature management.

2-in-1 Tissue Bath and Slide Warmer

Combined tissue preparation in one compact instrument. Matched 225×145mm bath and dryer platform width.

Temperature Range: 0–90°C

Full 0–90°C for both zones. Covers standard histopathology section, flotation, and slide warming protocols.

Bath Size: L225×W145×H55mm

Standard histopathology section flotation dimensions. Dryer size L225×W145×H70mm — matched width.

Instrument Size: L420×W560×H135mm

Compact bench-top design. Net weight 11kg for laboratory bench placement.

Power: 200W

Efficient combined bath and warmer power. Standard laboratory socket compatible.

Dual Voltage: AC 230V/50Hz, AC 120V/60Hz

International electrical compatibility. No voltage converter required.

Working Environment: 10–35°C, <80% RH

Standard laboratory ambient conditions. Suitable for hospital and research institute environments.

Designed for Hospital Pathology and Research Teaching

The manufacturer states that it is an ideal application for pathological research and teaching in hospitals and research institutes.

Compact Easy-to-Operate Design

Symmetrical instrument layout. Suitable for clinical laboratory and teaching settings at all skill levels.

Medigear.uk — UK Supplier for the Full Roundfin Range

Available through Medigear.uk with procurement documentation and comparison support across all Roundfin tissue floating bath and combination instruments.

The Roundfin RD-86 Tissue Floating Bath is a 2-in-1 tissue floating bath and slide warmer suited to NHS hospital pathology departments, research institutes, university teaching laboratories, cancer diagnostic centres, and private pathology services requiring a compact, easy-to-operate combined tissue preparation solution with US-made single-chip microprocessor control, advanced new heating materials, 0–90°C operating range for both bath and warmer zones simultaneously, 200W efficient power consumption, dual voltage AC 230V/120V international compatibility, and a 11kg design in a 420×560×135mm footprint explicitly designed for pathological research and teaching in hospital and research institute settings. Contact Medigear.uk for specifications, pricing, or expert procurement assistance.