RADIAL MAZE

for evaluating working and reference memory in rodents

Description
Key features
Specs
How to order
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Description

The “Eight Arms Radial Maze" is extensively used in behavioural laboratories for evaluating spatial memory but also non-spatial memory associated with motivational cues (classically food).

Panlab propose 3 solutions for radial maze experiments:

  • Manual radial maze LE760/LE762 that can be used optionally with the SMART video tracking software
  • Semi-automated radial maze LE767/LE769 that can be used optionally with the SMART video tracking software
  • Automated radial maze with photobeams LE766/LE768

All Panlab radial mazes consist in a central area with eight sliding doors giving access to eight equally-sized arms. The maze, made of black Plexiglas, is mounted on a tripod with adjustable height high (until 1m). Each arm has lateral walls with a height higher in the proximal side of the arm than in the distal side. The arms are easily detachable by unscrewing an underneath fixing knob. In the distal extreme of each arm, a detachable recessed cup can be installed or replaced by cover (all included). 

The sliding doors can be opened and closed automatically or manually:

- Automated doors operation can be controlled by the animal position throughout the test using the Mazesoft-8 software associated with photoelectrical cell mounted on the radial maze and the corresponding control unit. See the application sheet available in the Download section.

- Manual doors operation can be made remotely by the user by using the switches available on the control unit. 

- Manual doors operation can be made in situ by the user by using the threads provided for opening of closing each door. 

A water version of the radial maze (aquatic radial maze) is also available (see related water maze products).

 

Specs

LE760/LE766/LE767 rat radial maze

Arm dimensions

705 (W) x 100 (D) mm

Arm walls

41 distal to 294 proximal (H) mm

Central area

287 (Dia.) mm, wall 294 (H) mm

Door height

90 (H) mm

Food cup

34 (Dia.) mm, 20 (Deep) mm

Position detection technique

LE766 only: IR beams in the arms, weight cell in the central island

Sliding doors operation

Manually or automatically

Material Composition

Methacrylate, aluminum, stainless steel

Power Requirement

LE66/LE767 only: 110/220 V, 50/60 Hz

Certifications

CE Compliant

 

LE762/LE768/LE769 mice radial maze

Arm dimensions

350 (W) x 58 (D) mm

Arm walls

26 distal to 150 proximal (H) mm

Central area

167 (Dia.) mm, wall 150 (H) mm

Door height

50 (H) mm

Food cup

18 (Dia.) mm, 12 (Deep) mm

Position detection technique

LE768 only: IR beams in the arms, weight cell in the central island

Sliding doors operation

Manually or automatically

Material Composition

Methacrylate, aluminum, stainless steel

Power Requirement

LE68/LE769 only: 110/220 V, 50/60 Hz

Certifications

CE Compliant

How to order

MANUAL RADIAL MAZE

LE760

76-0227

Manual radial maze for rat.

LE762

76-0228

Manual radial maze for mice

SMARTBASIC

76-0695

SMART video tracking BASIC package

   

Video tracking accessories: cameras, support etc. (see, SMART video-tracking solution)

SEMI-AUTOMATED RADIAL MAZE

LE767

76-0229

Semi-automated radial maze for rat.

LE769

76-0230

Semi-automated radial maze for mice.

SMARTBASIC

76-0695

SMART video tracking BASIC package

   

Video tracking accessories: cameras, support etc.
(see, SMART video-tracking solution)

 AUTOMATED RADIAL MAZE

LE766

76-0231

Automated radial maze for rat.

LE768

76-0232

Automated radial maze for mice.

MAZESOFT8 V2.0

76-0144

Mazesoft-8 Software for LE766 and L768 radial maze models; includes 1 RS232/USB adapter.

 How to order

Please contact our local delegates or contact us directly for receiving a quote.

 

Downloads

APPLICATION SHEET


Key features

  • Allows automated standard experiment
  • Different possibilities of control for opening and closing the doors (manual or automated)
  • Animal detection using photoelectrical beams or video tracking
  • Mounted on a tripod with adjustable height
  • Automated options uses RS232/USB communications (no PCI needed)

 

 
 
 
 
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