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SimpleSoft™ flexible substrate
SimpleSoft™ is a flexible substrate insert (patent pending) featuring drop-in-fit technology designed for easy handling and dependable cell growth across a wide range of in vitro culture applications.
Within seconds, it converts the extremely rigid surface of standard plastic or glass cultureware (GPa range stiffness) into a much softer environment in the kPa range—bringing the mechanical environment closer to that of many biological tissues.
The insert requires no preparation* and is immediately ready for use in standard well plates.
Note: Please contact us through the Contact Page to request custom substrates with your preferred stiffness and thickness. Additional charges may apply for custom products.
Product details and Documents
Substrate Material:
• PDMS (polydimethylsiloxane)-based
Appearance:
• Transparent, flexible film with integrated support ring
Stiffness (Elastic Modulus):
• ~ kPa
(additional stiffness options available upon request)
Tensile Strength:
• Not applicable for intended use
Elongation at Break:
• Not applicable for intended use
Surface Properties:
• Hydrophobic
Surface Treatment:
• Non-treated
*Recommended Surface Coating:
• ECM protein coating required
• Protocol: Please write to us for the coating and preparation protocol
Sterility:
• Non-sterile (sterilization required before use)
Packaging:
• 1 box containing SimpleSoft™ substrates
• Includes complimentary retention rings for securing the inserts