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Roundfin WD-360 Paraffin Dispenser

6L Aluminium Alloy Cylinder. Heated Faucet — No Blocking. Built-In Filter. Heat Insulation Cover. 99°C.

The Roundfin WD-360 Paraffin Dispenser is a 6L wax paraffin dispenser for histopathology embedding, featuring an aluminium alloy cylinder, microprocessor-controlled constant temperature heating, a heated faucet for smooth unblocked wax flow, a built-in filter, a heat insulation cover, room temperature to 99°C, and wax outflow under 10 minutes. Available through Medigear.uk.

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Lab, Pathology & Blood Bank

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China

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Supplier: Medigear

The Roundfin WD-360 Paraffin Dispenser is a 6-litre wax paraffin dispenser designed for histopathology and pathology tissue embedding laboratories. The large-capacity aluminium alloy wax cylinder holds 6 litres. It melts 4.5kg of solid wax at a time, providing substantial paraffin volume for continuous high-volume embedding sessions without frequent refilling. The microprocessor-controlled heating system provides continuous heating at a constant, accurate temperature, maintaining consistent wax-dispensing conditions throughout the working session. Medigear.uk supplies the WD-360 and can advise on configuration and procurement.

The heated faucet is a key design feature — the faucet is actively heated to ensure smooth flow of wax at the dispensing point without blocking, a common problem in dispensers with unheated faucets where wax cools and solidifies in the outlet during use. The built-in filter at the faucet outlet minimises impurity outflow, providing cleaner dispensed wax for tissue embedding moulds and reducing the risk of blocked or degraded sections caused by paraffin impurities. The extra heat insulation cover offers safe operation by reducing the accessible surface temperature during use, providing a thermal barrier between the hot wax cylinder body and the operator. Wax outflow begins within 10 minutes of reaching operating temperature.

The dryer temperature setting range is from room temperature to 99°C. Product size is L248×W289×H460mm. Voltage is AC 230V/50Hz or AC 120V/60Hz — dual voltage for European and North American deployment. Power is 410W. Net weight is 9kg. Recommended working environment is 0–40°C with relative humidity less than 80%. We can provide the full specification and supply terms on request.

NHS histopathology departments, hospital surgical pathology laboratories, and diagnostic services requiring a reliable, large-capacity wax paraffin dispenser with a heated faucet for smooth, consistent wax dispensing represent the primary procurement context for the Roundfin WD-360 Paraffin Dispenser. The heated faucet design prevents wax blockage at the dispensing outlet — a practical advantage over unheated faucet designs in high-volume embedding workflows where the faucet may be used repeatedly throughout the day. The built-in filter minimises paraffin impurities from entering embedding moulds, supporting clean block formation. Medigear.uk supplies the WD-360 and can provide NHS procurement documentation.

Hospital surgical pathology departments, cancer diagnostic centres, and specialist biopsy services benefit from the WD-360's 6L aluminium alloy cylinder capacity and 4.5kg solid wax melting capability, which support extended daily embedding sessions. The wax outflow time of under 10 minutes confirms rapid delivery upon dispensing. The microprocessor-controlled heating maintains constant wax temperature across the session, and the heat insulation cover supports safe operator use. Medigear.uk can advise on WD-360 configuration for high-volume surgical pathology settings.

Medical colleges, university histology departments, and teaching hospitals benefit from the WD-360's heat insulation cover, which reduces the risk of operator contact with hot surfaces — a relevant safety feature in teaching environments where students and trainees work with the instrument. The heated faucet and built-in filter simplify operation in teaching settings by reducing maintenance interventions during embedding sessions. Medigear.uk can advise on the procurement of WD-360 for medical education settings.

Research histology laboratories, food testing facilities, and private pathology services will find the Roundfin WD-360 available through Medigear.uk. The 9kg weight and L248×W289×H460mm compact footprint make the WD-360 practical for a range of laboratory bench configurations. Dual voltage AC 230V/120V supports international deployment. Medigear.uk can discuss WD-360 supply terms on request.

Heated Faucet — Prevents Wax Blocking at the Outlet

The actively heated dispensing faucet is the defining feature of the WD-360. By maintaining the faucet temperature at dispensing level, the WD-360 prevents the wax solidification in the outlet that commonly blocks unheated dispensing taps — a maintenance interruption that disrupts embedding workflow and wastes session time. The heated faucet ensures smooth, continuous wax flow throughout the embedding session without blockage incidents.

Built-In Filter at Faucet Outlet — Minimises Impurities

The built-in filter captures paraffin impurities before dispensed wax reaches the embedding mould, supporting cleaner block formation and reducing impurity-related section artefacts. In laboratories with high daily wax usage, the filter is particularly relevant as repeatedly heated and re-used paraffin accumulates impurities over time.

Extra Heat Insulation Cover for Safe Operation

The heat insulation cover around the hot aluminium alloy cylinder body reduces accessible surface temperatures, protecting operators from accidental contact burns during active embedding sessions. The manufacturer cites safe operation as the direct benefit of the insulation cover — a meaningful safety feature in busy environments with multiple operators.

6L Aluminium Alloy Cylinder for High-Volume Sessions

The 6-litre aluminium alloy wax cylinder melts 4.5kg of solid paraffin per fill, providing substantial wax volume for extended daily embedding sessions without requiring frequent wax replenishment. Aluminium alloy provides efficient heat transfer and durable wax containment.

Microprocessor-Controlled Constant Temperature Heating

The microprocessor-controlled heating system maintains accurate, constant temperature across the full 6L wax volume throughout the embedding session — providing consistent dispensing temperature from the first mould to the last, and from session start to session end.

Room Temperature to 99°C Full Range

The room temperature to 99°C operating range covers all standard paraffin wax formulations and the full working and dispensing temperature requirements of routine and specialist histopathology embedding — including higher-melting-point paraffins for specialist tissue types.

Wax Outflow Under 10 Minutes for Rapid Start

The sub-10-minute wax outflow time confirms rapid instrument readiness from session start — reducing waiting time before the first mould can be filled and supporting efficient session management in high-volume embedding settings.

Compact 9kg Design for Flexible Bench Placement

At 9kg and L248×W289×H460mm, the WD-360 is lighter and more compact than the XH-4002 (17kg), supporting flexible positioning on embedding station benches without heavy-instrument lifting requirements.

Heated Faucet

Actively heated dispensing point. Prevents wax solidification and outlet blocking during use.

Built-In Filter at Faucet Outlet

Captures paraffin impurities before dispensing—Minimises artefacts in embedding moulds.

Extra Heat Insulation Cover

A thermal barrier over the hot cylinder body. Safe operation for operators during active sessions.

6L Aluminium Alloy Wax Cylinder

Large-capacity cylinder; melts 4.5kg of solid wax—supports high-volume embedding sessions.

Microprocessor-Controlled Constant Temperature

Continuous, accurate heating. Consistent wax temperature from the start to the end of the session.

Temperature Range: Room Temp–99°C

Full range for all standard and specialist paraffin wax formulations.

Wax Outflow Time: <10 Minutes

Rapid dispensing readiness from session start.

Power: 410W

Efficient cylinder heating. Standard bench socket compatible.

Product Size: L248×W289×H460mm; 9kg

Compact bench-top footprint. Lighter than XH-4002 for flexible placement.

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

International electrical compatibility without a converter.

Working Environment: 0–40°C, <80% RH

Standard laboratory ambient conditions.

Medigear.uk — UK Supplier

Available through Medigear.uk with WD-360 vs XH-4002 comparison support.

The Roundfin WD-360 Paraffin Dispenser is a 6L wax paraffin dispenser suited to NHS histopathology departments, hospital pathology laboratories, cancer diagnostic centres, medical colleges, and research facilities requiring a high-capacity aluminium alloy cylinder paraffin dispenser with a heated faucet for smooth unblocked wax flow, built-in filter at the faucet outlet to minimise paraffin impurities, extra heat insulation cover for safe operator use during embedding sessions, microprocessor-controlled constant temperature heating, room temperature to 99°C range, 4.5kg solid wax melting capacity per fill, wax outflow under 10 minutes, 410W power, and 9kg compact design. Contact Medigear.uk for specifications, pricing, or expert procurement assistance.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything buyers need to know about sourcing medical equipment through MediGear.

The WD-360 is a paraffin wax dispenser used during the tissue embedding stage of the histopathology workflow — the step where processed tissue is embedded in molten paraffin wax within metal or plastic embedding moulds to create the paraffin block from which thin sections are cut on the microtome. The WD-360 holds and heats a 6L volume of paraffin wax in its aluminium alloy cylinder, and dispenses it through the heated faucet into each embedding mould as required throughout the daily embedding session.

The heated faucet is one of the most practically significant features of the WD-360. In paraffin dispensers with an unheated faucet, the dispensing nozzle or tap can cool between uses, causing molten wax to solidify in the outlet and blocking the flow, requiring the operator to clear the blockage before dispensing can resume. The WD-360's actively heated faucet maintains the dispensing point at a temperature that prevents wax solidification at the outlet, ensuring smooth, uninterrupted wax flow throughout the embedding session without blockage incidents.

The built-in filter at the faucet outlet traps impurities from the paraffin wax before it is dispensed into the embedding mould. Paraffin wax can contain debris, degraded wax particles, or impurities from repeated melting and use. These impurities, if dispensed into moulds, can appear in sections as artefacts or can interfere with clean section cutting on the microtome. The built-in filter minimises impurity outflow, supporting higher-quality tissue blocks.

The extra heat insulation cover is an outer thermal barrier fitted around the hot aluminium alloy wax cylinder body of the WD-360. By insulating the outer surfaces, the cover reduces the temperature of the exterior surfaces accessible to the operator, reducing the risk of accidental contact burns during embedding sessions. The manufacturer cites the heat-insulating cover as providing safe operation — a practical safety feature in busy embedding workstations where operators move quickly between tasks.

The WD-360 aluminium alloy cylinder melts 4.5kg of solid paraffin wax at a time — corresponding to its 6L capacity, as solid paraffin wax has a density slightly below 1kg/L. This is a substantial wax capacity that supports continuous embedding of large case volumes without needing to add more wax during the session, reducing workflow interruptions.

Both are Roundfin paraffin dispensers. The WD-360 differentiators are the heated faucet (preventing blockage), built-in filter (impurity reduction), and heat insulation cover (safe operation) — none of which are stated features on the XH-4002. The XH-4002 has a larger 10L capacity (vs 6L), higher 1060W power (vs 410W), and US-made temperature sensors; the WD-360 has a higher 99°C maximum temperature (vs 85°C for the XH-4002) and is lighter (9kg vs 17kg). Medigear.uk can advise on the selection between WD-360 and XH-4002.

The WD-360's wax outflow time is specified at less than 10 minutes. This indicates the time from starting the instrument for wax to reach dispensing-ready flow, confirming rapid session start-up. For laboratories requiring fast instrument readiness at the beginning of each embedding session, the sub-10-minute outflow time is a practical advantage.

The WD-360 operates from room temperature to 99°C. Standard paraffin wax for histopathology tissue embedding typically has a melting point of 56–60°C, with working dispensing temperatures often set at 60–65°C. The 99°C upper limit accommodates all standard and specialist wax formulations, including higher-melting-point paraffins.

Yes — the WD-360 supports AC 230V/50Hz and AC 120V/60Hz dual voltage, enabling deployment in European and North American electrical environments without a converter. Medigear.uk can confirm voltage compatibility on request.

Medigear.uk is the UK supplier for the Roundfin WD-360 Paraffin Dispenser and the full Roundfin histopathology instrument range. Contact Medigear.uk for pricing, specifications, procurement documentation, and comparison support between the WD-360 and XH-4002.