The Tasteprobe Insect Taste Measurement System records variations in insect gustatory responses when exposed to different stimuli, facilitating electrophysiological research in crop protection, biological control, and forest disease management. It captures ultra-weak raw electrical signals from insect specimens, which are then automatically amplified via software control into high-gain signals to precisely measure the electrophysiological responses of insect taste receptors to chemical stimuli.
Key Features:
USB Connectivity: Standard USB interface for fast and reliable connection.
Precise Temporal Control: Precise timing and duration control for stimulus delivery.
Synchronous Data Acquisition: Simultaneous acquisition of stimulus and feedback signals.
Windows Graphics Export: Supports standard Windows graphical output formats.
Dual Real-time Histogram Analysis: Real-time dual-channel amplitude histogram calculation and display.
DAC-4 4-Channel USB Signal Acquisition Controller | 4-channel USB connection |  |
Real-time display of recorded signals | ||
Software features: data acquisition, baseline drift correction, filtering, recording, and command input | ||
50/60Hz power supply hum filtering and drift correction | ||
Independent sampling rate adjustment per channel (1/s to 100k/s) | ||
Supports voice annotations during experiments | ||
Fully independent I/O channels (inputs and outputs) | ||
Precise timing control for stimulation signals | ||
Simultaneous acquisition of stimulation and feedback signals | ||
Includes EAG and Action Potential Recording & Analysis Software | Compatible with the SYNTECH IDAC data acquisition system |
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Compatible with Windows OS | ||
Real-time motion tracking and trajectory recording | ||
Sampling rate up to 1–50,000 samples/s | ||
Continuous full-waveform acquisition for up to 7 hours | ||
Interactive signal classification and extraction | ||
Extensive baseline drift correction capabilities | ||
Generates time histograms | ||
Generates signal frequency and phase analysis plots | ||
Dual real-time amplitude histogram calculation and display | ||
Signal averaging across multiple stimuli | ||
Supports standard Windows graphics export formats | ||
PRS-1 Universal Single-Ended Probe | High-input impedance OpAmp electrometer |  |
Driven shield input guard to pipette holder | ||
Electrode directly connected to input OpAmp electrometer | ||
Holds stainless steel glass electrodes and tungsten wire electrodes | ||
Easy replacement of silver/tungsten wire (solderless) | ||
Electrode holder with stainless steel shaft | ||
Electrode Holder for Glass Pipette Electrodes | Stainless steel body |  |
Easy silver wire replacement (no soldering required) | ||
Driven shield potential built into body (prevents current leakage) | ||
Compatible with Syntech PRS-1 and PRG-3 probes | ||
Electrode Holder for Tungsten Wire Electrodes | Designed as a tungsten wire electrode holder |  |
Compatible with Syntech PRS-1 probes | ||
Preamplifier for Taste Recording (Gustatory Preamplifier) | Specifically designed for recording sensilla responses / taste perception |  |
Automatic offset cancellation / artifact suppression | ||
Full DC recording or AC-filtered signal processing | ||
Adjustable blanking time of 0.5 ms | ||
Positive and negative trigger signal output | ||
Direct connection to IDAC signal acquisition controllers | ||
Compatible with most data acquisition systems | ||
Includes foot switch for hands-free operation | ||
CS-55 Stimulus Flow Controller | Built-in vibration-compensating air pump |  |
Dual internal activated carbon intake filter cartridges | ||
Easy-to-replace filter cartridges | ||
Delivers continuous and pulsed airflow | ||
Graphical LCD display | ||
Adjustable flow rate from 10 to 50 mL/s (calibration-free) | ||
Adjustable pulse duration from 0.1 to 60 seconds (0.1 s increments) | ||
Adjustable pulse duration setting range of 1 to 60 seconds | ||
Output signals compatible with SYNTECH signal acquisition controllers | ||
Suitable for EAG, GC/EAD, and SSR analysis | ||
Includes foot switch | ||
MP-22 Micromanipulator Stage | Compact and versatile structure |  |
Dual 3-axis (x-y-z) micromanipulators | ||
Compatible with glass electrodes and tungsten wire electrodes | ||
Direct connection to IDAC signal acquisition controllers | ||
No additional amplifier required when connected to IDAC controllers | ||
Adjustable preparation holder | ||
Adjustable gas tube height | ||
Accessories | ||
Glass Pipette Puller | Power supply: 220V AC 50/60Hz |
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Power consumption: approx. 80W | ||
Heating level: 100 = 2.5 V heating voltage | ||
