Base molds for use in histology feature smooth interior finishes and rounded corners to facilitate specimen removal. These molds are disposable or reusable, fabricated from specially formulated plastic or stainless steel, and certain models have wings to ensure level embedding. They are designed for use with tissue-processing/embedding cassettes, and disposable base molds are designed for zero flash. Molded for a tight fit around contained cassettes, these molds prevent excess paraffin from adhering to the sides of the cassette.

Disposable base moulds

Supplier: Simport Scientific

These disposable PVC base moulds offer ease and convenience of operation. They can be discarded after use, but are also strong enough to be reused.

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Parafree stainless steel base moulds

Supplier: LEICA HISTOLOGY

Parafree stainless steel base moulds offer higher walls than other base moulds in the market, eliminating excess paraffin build-up around the block. The unique design produces paraffin blocks that require 80% less block scraping before sectioning.

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Super metal base moulds

Supplier: LEICA HISTOLOGY

For specimens processed in Super Cassettes. Super metal base moulds fit perfectly for embedding large specimens.

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Metal base moulds

Supplier: LEICA HISTOLOGY

Metal base moulds enable tissue to be positioned and embedded in wax when using routine or biopsy cassettes. These re-usable base moulds are made from stainless steel and the internal rounded corners allow for easy removal of the formed wax block.

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Base moulds, stainless steel

Supplier: Simport Scientific

Made of stainless steel. Sizes fit most cassettes. Superior thermal exchange due to rounded corners. These moulds are for all applications in specimen embedding with Simport embedding rings and cassettes. Manufactured from high quality stainless steel for optimal thermal conductivity.