Room
These are similar to the mesoSPIM-V5, except the optical table requirement.
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The floor should be solid concrete to avoid vibrations from walking.
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Windows should be covered with black curtains or absent.
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Enough space for a desk with a large (40inch) screen for the imaging computer and 2-3 chairs.
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Power outlets: Foresee enough power outlets for the instrument. Total power uptake is a few kW at maximum
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Optical table is not required. The Benchtop mesoSPIM, as its name suggests, can be placed on a sturdy bench, desk, or even a cart.
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Active ventilation is required when working with BABB, DBE, or any other toxic chemicals.
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Air conditioning, especially for long-running acquisitions.
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For sample preparation, a wet lab bench, a hood and a sink in the vicinity of the microscope.
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Chemicals must be handled in a fume hood, and stored in a safe cabinet (many of them are toxic and/or highly flammable).
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Observe all relevant chemical, laser, trash disposal, and fire hazard safety rules of your institute. Take the safety rules seriously, they are written in blood.
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Do not dispose chemicals into the water stream.
