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Rotamex-5

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Rotamex-5

Implementation of the classic Rota-rod, designed to measure motor coordination, balance, and endurance in small animals.

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Product Description

The Rotamex-5 is an advanced version of the classic rotating rod used for testing motor coordination, balance, and endurance in animal subjects. Ideal for neurological, pharmacological, and behavioral studies, it allows for the simultaneous testing of up to four animals, evaluating their ability to maintain balance on a rotating spindle. This system provides researchers with precise data on motor performance, making it an essential tool for assessing the effects of drugs, injuries, or diseases on motor skills.

Features and Benefits

Speed Control and Monitoring

The Rotamex-5 allows users to control the speed and acceleration of the rotating rod with precision. It offers both accelerating and constant speed modes, enabling flexibility in designing experiments for different animals and conditions. The system can also be programmed to change speed at specific intervals or even reverse rotation, allowing custom protocols to meet a wide range of research needs.

Photocell Detection for Accurate Analysis

Each lane is equipped with infrared photocells that detect when an animal falls from the rod. This ensures reliable and automatic recording of fall time and running duration. The photocell setup is designed to capture not only falls but also looping behavior, providing detailed performance data without manual observation.

Standalone and Automated Data Collection

The system records critical performance data, including time on the rod, spindle speed at the time of fall, and distance traveled. Data is automatically saved and can be exported in CSV format for further analysis from the software. In standalone mode, the Rotamex-5 operates without the need for a connected PC, storing data directly on the system for easy retrieval.

3 or 6 individual lanes for rats
Adjustable inclination
Electrical Stimulus with individual on/off switches per lane
Unique wide range of speed adjustable from 3 to 100 meters per minute.
Belt texture facilitates animal grip

Applications

ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)

Arthritis

Autism

Multiple Sclerosis

Muscular Dystrophy

Neurodegenerative

Neurosciences

Parkinson's Disease

Physical Activity

Regenerative Medicine

Rett Syndrome

Schizophrenia

Specifications

  • Number of Exercise Lanes: 4
  • Rotarod Spindle Speed Range: 0 to 99.9 RPM
  • Acceleration Increments: 0.1 RPM/sec to 20.0 RPM/sec
  • Mouse Spindle Dimensions: 3.0 cm diameter x 9.5 cm length
  • Rat Spindle Dimensions: 7.0 cm diameter x 9.5 cm length
  • Fall Height from Rod Center: 44.5 cm
  • Unit Dimensions: 61 cm (L) x 56 cm (W) x 77 cm (H)
  • Weight: 27.5 kg
  • Power Requirements: 100-240V AC, 50-60 Hz, auto-configurable
  • Power Consumption: 70 Watts
  • Communication (Optional): RS-232 to RS-422 (CIBUS), supporting up to 64 devices

The Rotamex-5 is an advanced version of the classic rotating rod used for testing motor coordination, balance, and endurance in animal subjects. Ideal for neurological, pharmacological, and behavioral studies, it allows for the simultaneous testing of up to four animals, evaluating their ability to maintain balance on a rotating spindle. This system provides researchers with precise data on motor performance, making it an essential tool for assessing the effects of drugs, injuries, or diseases on motor skills.

Citations

Papers coming soon, presently in peer review.

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Rotamex-5

Metabolism:
Environmental Enclosures (Freezer/Incubator for general housing)
Exercise:
Ergometric Running Wheel (Loaded wheel)
Exer 3/6 Treadmill
Metabolic & Telemetric Treadmill
Mouse Mag Wheel (Home cage wheel)
Running Wheels
Neuroscience:
Exer-Gait Treadmill (gait analysis)
Foot Misplacement Apparatus (Ladder Beam Test)
Grip Strength Meter
Hot Plate Analgesia Meter
Opto-M4 (activity meter)
Opto-Varimex-5 with Auto-Track (activity meter)
Responder-X (Startle Response)
Rota-Count (Rotations counter)
Rotamex-5 (Rotarod)
Tail Flick Analgesia Meter
Volumetric Drinking Monitor
Physiology:
NIBP (Blood Pressure)
Environmental:
Micro-Oxymax (Respirometer)
Pegas 4000 (Gas mixer)
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