Cytostretcher
The Cytostretcher can be used to stretch cells on the bench-top or in a cell culture incubator.
Cytostretcher-LV
The Cytostretcher-LV can be used to perform stretching experiments on an optical microscope.
Cytostretcher Key Features
Software with Unprecedented Experimental Control
The NaOMI software allows for intuitive control of stretching protocols for Cytostretcher instruments.
Compact Design
The Cytostretcher is extremely compact, easily integrating into your existing cell culture workflow. It can be operated on the bench-top or alongside other cultures inside a standard cell culture incubator – saving valuable space.
Instrument footprint:
280 x 102 x 65 mmControl Unit footprint:
110 x 64 x 60 mm
Convenient External Controller
The Cytostretcher External Controller is a small, lightweight module that can be magnetically attached to the exterior of a cell culture incubator to save space while being accessible.
Run Multiple Experiments in Parallel
Flexible Cytostretcher Chambers are available in a variety of formats, so you can mechanically condition many cultures in parallel.
Cytostretcher-LV Key Features
Live View: Observe Cells While Stretching
Image live cells during your stretch routines. The Cytostretcher-LV and Cytostretcher Chambers are compatible with transmitted light and high-NA fluorescence microscopy, including immersion objectives.
Maintain Focus While Stretching
The Cytostretcher-LV is the only cell mechanical stimulation system that enables consistent sample focus during stretch.
Universal Mounting Frame K
Allows for broad compatibility with many industry standard microscopes and stages. Other mount options are available upon request.
Up to Six Parallel Experiments
Configure up to six 5 mm x 5mm wells or one 12mm x 12mm well:
Environmental Control Unit (ECU) for Stage-Top Incubation
The Cytostretcher-LV is compatible with an optional Environmental Control Unit (ECU) for microscope stage-top incubation. The ECU provides complete control of biological culture conditions, including temperature, humidity, and CO2 concentration.
NaOMI™: Cell Mechanics, Unlocked
NaOMI software allows for intuitive control of stretching parameters and protocols for Cytostretcher instruments.
Build simple stretch protocols, or complex multi-step stretch routines
Save protocols for repeated use or later modification
Control stretch velocity, duration, frequency, magnitude, delay times before and after stretch, and the type of waveform used to drive the stretch protocol
Computer-free operation after protocol setup
Protocol graph for easy visualization
Standard USB connectivity, compatible with Windows 10
Intuitive user interface with powerful editing tools
Cytostretcher Brochure
Download the Cytostretcher product brochure for general information about Cytostretcher and Cytostretcher-LV products in a convenient PDF format. For additional information, please contact support@curibio.com.
Read the Application Notes
Application of Cyclic Uniaxial Stretch: New Tools for Understanding the Role of the Extracellular Matrix in Cell Biology
Cytostretcher Chambers
Cytostretcher Chambers are available with and without NanoSurface™ Topography
Cytostretcher Chambers are available with NanoSurface topography that mimics the aligned architecture of the native extracellular matrix, or with unpatterned “flat” surfaces. Patterned chambers are available with topographic cues either aligned in parallel or perpendicular to the direction of applied stretch.
