Preclinical 3T
Nanoscan® 3T MRI
The nanoScan® MRI systems are equipped with a state-of-the-art cryogen-free superconducting magnet. Thanks to its translational 3T, the system enables high end in vivo imaging applications of small animals while having very low installation and maintenance requirements. Uniquely on the preclinical market, the Pulse Tube cryocooler is mounted on the back of the scanner to minimize vibrations thus delivering ghost-free EPI images. The system is particularly adapted for high-end MRI experiments such as neuroimaging or spectroscopy, and is suitable for examinations requiring greater sensitivity, including brain imaging.
The MRI systems are also available in a combination with NanoScan® PET as PET/MRI systems. The 3T MRI preclinical system is based on the Cameleon4 technology.
| Field strength | 3.0 Tesla (1H 128MHz) clinical field |
| Magnet | Superconducting cryogen free |
| Free access Usable access | 160 mm 72 mm rat, 42 mm mouse |
| Residual field strength 5 Gauss line | < 80 cm axial < 60 cm radial |
| Bore size | 17 cm |
| Homogeneity Stability | +/- 0.5 ppm more than 50 mm DSV +/- 1 ppm more than 60 mm DSV |
| Gradient power Gradient strength Gradient coil innner diameter | 450 mT/m Up to 1000mT/m 101 mm |
| Software | Nucline is an ergonomic interface, easily handled by biologists. |
| Magnet weight Total weight | < 250 kg > 450 kg |
| Space required | No need to have a dedicated room |
| Rampable | Yes |
| Quench protection | Yes, with SmartMagnet |
| Faraday cage needed? | No, the system is self-shielded |
Application example
Example of a 3T MRI Gradient Echo acquisition of a veal foetus
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