Pre-clinical Research Components

Order Info

How do I know what length I need to ask for when ordering custom lengths?
When placing an order, how do I order custom lengths?
Do you still carry cranioplastic cement?
Do you carry smaller screws than the 0-80 size?
When ordering custom mounting holders, how do I know what size I need?

Cannulas

Is the threaded plastic pedestal supposed to screw into the animal?
Why do special cut length cannulas take longer?
Are your cannulas autoclavable?

Electrodes

How many channels do you have?
Can you tell me how to use the 6 Channel System?
What materials are your electrodes made from?

Commutators

What is the difference in Single Brush and the standard commutator?
Do you make different channel combinations on your commutators other than the ones you offer now?

General/Distributors List

What is your return policy?
Do you accept credit cards?
Where can I find pricing for your items?
Do you have a minimum order amount?
Do you have an order form online?
Do you have distributors?
What products are autoclavable?

Order Info

How do I know what length I need to ask for when ordering custom lengths?
The length you need will be based on your target area and what kind of research you are doing. To determine exact lengths, you must refer to a Rat Brain Atlas, Mouse Brain Atlas, etc.

When placing an order, how do I order custom lengths?
Once you determine the length that you need, please see our Ordering Information Page.

Do you still carry cranioplastic cement?
No, we do not. Unfortunately, we no longer carry Cerebond either. When working with mice or smaller animals, you can use our Cyanoacrylate Gel as an alternative to Cerebond and screws.

Do you carry smaller screws than the 0-80 size?
Yes, we now have 00-96 size screws for use with smaller animals, such as mice.

When ordering custom mounting holders, how do I know what size I need?
The size is determined by the shaft diameter of the current arm on your stereotaxic. We do have a basic guide you can refer to here: Mounting Holders.

Cannulas

Is the threaded plastic pedestal supposed to screw into the animal?
No, the base of the plastic pedestal is supposed to sit flush on the skull.

Why do special cut length cannulas take longer?
Since we do not know what lengths each researcher needs, we could not possibly stock all lengths that you may need. We are a manufacturer and not a distributor so we make these parts especially to fit your custom needs.

Are your cannulas autoclavable?
Most of them are with the exception of our non-metallic cannulas, our osmotic pump/guide cannula combinations and our 21Y.

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Electrodes

How many channels do you have?
We currently have several different options to meet each researcher's specific needs. We have two channel electrodes, three channel electrodes and our 6 channel pedestal system. These can be used separately or in conjunction with each other.

Here are steps for using a 6 channel system:
Please note that these directions can apply to 12 and 18 channel systems also.

Drill holes in skull at the locations the electrodes are to be implanted.
By each electrode hole, drill a hole for a mounting screw.
Screw in screws; implant electrodes. Put dental cement around screws and electrodes.
Choose a central location for the Electrode Pedestal; bend socket end of electrodes toward this central location.
Insert MH-363 Electrode Holder into end of Electrode Pedestal with the smaller holes.
Place electrode sockets into bottom of Electrode Pedestal, plugging into the pins of the MH-363. Push Electrode Pedestal into the dental cement. Be sure the cement does not go more than halfway up the Electrode Pedestal so that there is room for the 363DC Dust Cap to screw onto the pedestal.
Once dental cement has hardened, remove the MH-363.
Screw on the 363DC Dust Cap onto the Electrode Pedestal until you are ready to stimulate or record.
When ready to test, remove the Dust Cap, insert the 363 plug of your cable into the Electrode Pedestal, and screw the captive collar of plug to the pedestal to secure the cable to the pedestal.

What materials are your electrodes made from?
We offer stainless steel and platinum electrodes.

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Commutators

What is the difference in Single Brush and the standard commutator?
Our standard commutators have double brushes to assure unbroken continuity but our single brush commutators can be ordered to reduce torque when working with smaller animals such as mice.

Do you make different channel combinations on your commutators other than the ones you offer now?
We can customize most of our commutators to fit your needs. We have made several commutators with customer supplied parts also. To request more information, please click here.

General

What is your return policy?

Custom made/custom cut items are non-returnable.

For all other items, claims must be made within 10 days of delivery and no merchandise will be accepted for return without authorization. You can obtain an authorization number by calling (540) 772 -7960 ext. 140 or ext. 146.
There is a 15% restocking charge on all returned merchandise.

Do you accept credit cards?
Yes, we do accept MasterCard and Visa, but we do not accept American Express or Discover.

Where can I find pricing for your items?
Currently you can request a Price List or you can call us at (540) 772-1166. We are also exploring our options to put pricing online with our web catalog. Please check back with us for more updated information.

Do you have a minimum order amount?
Yes, our minimum order amount is $45.00.

Do you have an order form online?
Yes, we do have a order form available for you to print out to fax us an order.

Do you have distributors?
Yes, we do have distributors for our international customers. The areas that are covered are Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, China, Brazil and Canada. For distributor contact information, please visit our Distributors Page. For other countries, please contact us directly.

What products are autoclavable?
Most of our products are autoclavable at 270-300 degrees F/ 132-149 degrees C.
Products not autoclavable are: Connector Assemblies, Cables, Polyethylene tubing, vinyl tubing and mounting materials. All mounting materials may be sterilized with dry heat at 350F/177 for 1-1½ hours.
Note:On any item that has OPG as part of the part number, do not use acetone.

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