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Country of Origin: USA
- Weight: 0.15 lb
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MFR:
Qiagen, LLC
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: WB100020
- Phone: (800) 426-8157
Frequently asked questions
Are the products factory new?
Yes, all Qiagen Harris Punch & Accessories listed, including the cutting mats and Uni-Core punches, are confirmed to be factory new. This designation ensures optimal performance, quality assurance, and reliability for critical laboratory and medical sample preparation applications.
Do the Uni-Core Punches offer high-precision sampling?
Yes, the Harris Uni-Core Punches are specialized, high-precision tools designed for accurate and reliable tissue coring and sampling in demanding laboratory environments (histology, pathology, biomedical research).
Their precision and quality are ensured by several factors:
- Standardized Diameters: Punches are available in specific, precise diameters ranging from 1.00mm up to 6.00mm for exact, reproducible cuts.
- Optimal Performance: All tools are supplied in Factory New condition, guaranteeing peak cutting performance.
- Enhanced Sample Preparation: For the cleanest results, they are designed to be used with the corresponding Harris MicroPunch Cutting Mat (6” x 8” is available).
- Origin: These high-quality tools are manufactured in the USA.
Are replacement cutting mats available for the Harris MicroPunch?
Yes, the Harris™ Micro Punch Replacement Cutting Mat is available to ensure a continued clean and stable surface for punching.
How many cutting mats are included in a pack?
The Harris MicroPunch Cutting Mat is available as a single unit (1/pk). There are also replacement cutting mats available.
What pack sizes are available?
The Qiagen Harris Uni-Core Punches are available in two convenient pack sizes, along with individual cutting mats:
- 4-Packs: Available for 1.2mm, 2.0mm, 3.0mm, and 6.0mm Uni-Core Punches.
- 25-Packs: Available for 1.00mm, 1.20mm, 2.00mm, 3.00mm, and 6.00mm Uni-Core Punches.
- Cutting Mats: The Harris MicroPunch Cutting Mat (6” x 8”) and its replacement are available individually.
What are the dimensions of the Harris MicroPunch Cutting Mat?
The Harris MicroPunch Cutting Mat has dimensions of 6” x 8”.
How does the cutting mat improve punch performance?
The Harris MicroPunch Cutting Mat is an essential accessory that optimizes performance and longevity when using the Harris Uni-Core Punches.
Its key benefits include:
- Preserving Tool Sharpness: The mat acts as a dedicated, sacrificial layer that protects the delicate tip of the Uni-Core punch upon piercing, thereby extending the life and maintaining the precision of the cutting edge.
- Ensuring Sample Consistency: It provides a stable surface necessary for maintaining proper alignment, which helps users achieve clean and consistent tissue cores for accurate sample preparation.
The standard Harris MicroPunch Cutting Mat measures 6” x 8”, and replacement mats are available to support continuous operational volume.
What are the specialized applications for these punches?
The Qiagen Harris Uni-Core Punches are precision instruments essential for controlled, uniform material sampling in specialized medical and laboratory settings.
Primary Applications:
- Histology and Pathology: These tools are ideal for precise tissue sampling and the clean excision of core specimens required for detailed analysis and sectioning.
- Laboratory Research (Biomedical/Forensics): They are used to prepare consistent, small-diameter samples (e.g., from paper, gels, or tissue) required for advanced downstream processes, such as DNA/RNA extraction or micro-sampling procedures.
These high-precision tools ensure accurate and consistent results. They are available in a variety of sizes, ranging from 1.00mm up to 6.00mm in cutting diameter, and are supplied in Factory New condition. Essential accessories, such as the Harris MicroPunch Cutting Mat (6” x 8”), are also available to support optimal punch performance.
What Uni-Core punch sizes and accessories are available?
The Qiagen Harris Uni-Core Punches and accessories are essential tools for precise laboratory sampling, all supplied in Factory New condition.
Available Uni-Core Punch Sizes
The punches are offered in a precise range of metric diameters suitable for various sampling requirements:
- 1.00mm
- 1.20mm
- 2.00mm
- 3.00mm
- 6.00mm
These punches are packaged in multiple quantities:
- Standard 4-packs (available for most sizes).
- Bulk 25-packs (available for all listed diameters: 1.00mm, 1.20mm, 2.00mm, 3.00mm, and 6.00mm).
Cutting Mat Accessories
To ensure stable and consistent coring, complementary mats are available:
- Harris MicroPunch Cutting Mat: Measures 6” x 8” and is supplied in a 1-pack configuration.
- Replacement Cutting Mats: Also offered to ensure ongoing operational readiness.
What are the specifications for the Uni-Core punch and cutting mat?
The Qiagen Harris accessories are designed for precise tissue coring and sampling in laboratory environments, offering specific features for efficient use:
- Harris Uni-Core Punches: These precision tools are available in multiple diameters, ranging from 1.00mm up to 6.00mm. They are specifically designed for single-handed operation to enable rapid and accurate sample collection.
- Harris MicroPunch Cutting Mat: This mat provides the necessary surface for punch operations and measures 6” x 8”.