Cover Slips 18×18 mm

Cover Slips 18×18 mm

Cover slips made of borosilicate glass for microscopy. Uniform thickness for optimal optical results.

Specifications

MaterialBorosilicate glass
Size18 × 18 mm
Thickness#1 (0.13–0.16 mm)
Packaging100 pcs / box
Min. Order Quantity100 pcs
Quantity
100
pcs

These 18 × 18 mm cover glasses are made of borosilicate glass in thickness #1 (0.13–0.16 mm). Their uniform thickness is the basis for consistent optical results under the microscope. The format suits smaller preparations on standard slides. Each box contains 100.

Typical applications

  • Covering small preparations and smears
  • Cytology and haematology
  • Labs that need a defined cover glass thickness
  • Preparations on ground-edge or frosted-end slides

Frequently asked questions

What thickness are the cover glasses?

Thickness #1, which corresponds to 0.13 to 0.16 mm.

When should I use 24 × 24 mm instead?

When the preparation is larger than the 18 × 18 mm area. Note that the catalogue gives no thickness for the larger format.