IPS ,Inkjet Printer for Microscope Slides
- The Leica IP S imprints standard microscope slides, taking only four seconds per imprint when running in serial mode.
- A patented ink, specially designed for Leica Microsystems, makes imprints resistant to chemical exposure and physical wear.
- Whether alphanumeric characters, barcodes or logos, the print resolution is always excellent with good legibility.
- A specific advantage of barcode imprints is the tracking possibility of the probe within the complete histology workflow and additionally the reliable archiving with quick and accurate case identification.
- An optional external magazine is available to pre-load slides.
Description
Barcode printed slide
Barcode printed slide used for tracking supports reduction of human error through automation and traceability.
Ink-jet technology
The patented ink-jet technology using chemical resistant ink can accommodate a broad range of chemicals for processing without dissolving the printed labeling.
Batch job printing
Batch job printing: 14 slides/minute (two line printing) Single-cassette printing: 10 sec. per slide; for high throughput and optimized workflow.
Automated unload station
The optional automated unload station has 10 trays, each of which holds up to 11 slides, automates the manual process and helps to reduce human error (e.g. mixing up sequence of slides).
LIS Integration
Designed for LIS integration, single PC, or multiple-user PC workstations, where several printers can be connected to one PC.
Technical Data
Power supply | 110 – 125 V/50 – 60 Hz or 220 – 230 V/50 – 60 Hz |
Principal fuses | 2 x 3,15 A |
Power draw | 700 VA |
Leica IP S basic Instrument | 475 x 650 x 560 mm (W x D x H) |
Leica IP S, with multi-level unload station | 548 x 550 x 655 mm (W x D x H) |
Weight IP S basic Instrument | ca. 28 kg |
Weight IP S with multi-level unload station | ca. 43 kg |
Working temperature range | 15 °C – 35 °C |
Relative humidity | 10% – 80%, non-condensing |
For detailed specifications refer to the Product Brochure.

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IP S Inkjet Printer for Microscope Slides
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