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Deliver scrambled shock through eight grid outputs

The SDI Programmable Animal Shocker system scrambles the delivery of shocks so animals cannot detect a pattern.  The system is a multi-function, solid state unit that utilizes 8 unique outputs to deliver the scrambled shocks. The 8 unique outputs are designed to be attached to a grid floor with multiple rods. 

Set your shock trigger and levels manually or programmatically with ANY-maze-and for the first time with any system of this type, see the actual shock delivered to the animal.  

• Adjust shock delivery and level through software or manually
• Programmable and manual adjustment modes in a single unit
• Display of current levels being administered

Deliver Shocks Manually or via Software

The delivery of the shock can be triggered manually by the shock initiate switch on the front panel or programmatically by a 5V TTL signal.  The shock trigger lines are independent from the shock level lines.  The use of the TTL signal means almost any digital I/O card can be used to trigger the shock.

Set Shock Amplitude Manually or via Software

You set the shock amplitude in manual mode using the Current Adjust knob on the front panel or programmable mode using the Programmed Input plug at the rear of the Programmable Animal Shocker.  A single byte(8 bits) is sent to set the shock level.  Each bit is a 5V TTL signal which means almost any digital I/O card can be used to set the shock.  The front panel display remains active while you adjust the shock levels.

Display Actual Shock Levels

The SDI Programmable Animal Shocker system has a feedback loop that senses the actual shock level being administered.  The actual shock level is displayed.  The shock level may vary from the initial setting for an animal due to the resistance of the animal.  This resistance can change for example from something as mundane as damp paws versus dry paws.  Verification of the actual shock level being delivered will assist you in determining if the animal is receiving sufficient shock.

Use a Computer Interface

The SDI Programmable Animal Shocker has connections for shock trigger and setting the shock level. The user must supply the PC Interface card and software necessary to initiate these features.

Animal Shocker System Components:

• 12 VDC power supply
• Shocker chassis
• 8 conductor cable

Optional Components Available for Purchase:

• Control Port Option for Program Mode

Dimensions: 8″ W x 9″ D x 3 1/2″ H

Material Composition: Aluminum

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The Sociability Apparatus is designed to test for social behavior of one mouse towards others.  This three chamber enclosure provides the perfect environment to acclimate and test social behavior.  Removable walls allows for you to block off one side for the animal to roam freely from the wired cage.  Or, place so the doors provide easy exploration behavior between the three chambers. Made of acrylic and used often along with a video tracking system such as SDI’s ANY-maze video tracking system.  

• Three chamber enclosure to allow for easy exploration and social behavior
• Weighted wire cages provide isolation for novel animal
• Removable walls allows for versatility amongst one enclosure
• Capture all movements with the ANY-maze video tracking system

3 equal width compartments: 24” (W) x 16” (D) x 9” (H)

Door Dimension: 2” (W) x 3.5” (H)

Stranger Enclosure: 2.75” (D) x 6.75” (H)

Stranger Enclosure: .125” (D) x.25” (Spacing)

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Ideal for spatial learning or preference tasks, the T-maze structure allows animals to select between two arms based on memory or reward. San Diego Instruments (SDI) also offers a water tight MOUSE T-maze. Including removable doors, and a variety of additional color options, SDI’s T-maze adjusts to fit a wide range of experiments. SDI’s T-maze is uniquely designed to be easy to use, clean and transport, as well as highly versatile.

• Rat and mouse models
• Compatible with our ANY-maze video tracking system
• Solid color model (black, white or beige) or clear wall model (for use with external cues)
• Interchangeable plain and pellet holed floors-dry maze only
• Manual doors to block upper arms for both dry and water tight maze
• Base leg starter door included for dry T-maze
• Made of durable and easy to clean ABS plastic of acrylic

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The Zero Maze is an adaptation to the Elevated Plus Maze and also used in anxiety-related tests. Because the Zero Maze has no center space, it assures uninterrupted exploration between the open and closed sections. The Elevated Zero Maze designed by San Diego Instruments (SDI) offers removable legs for compact storage and easy transport. SDI’s Zero Maze is uniquely designed out of ABS plastic to be easy to use and clean, as well as highly versatile.  The maze can be paired with ANY-maze video tracking software to help automate your behavioral testing.

• Rat and mouse models
• Compatible with our ANY-maze video tracking system
• Black, white or beige models
• Removable legs allow for compact storage
• Made of durable and easy to clean ABS plastic

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The Open Field Convertible Enclsoure is ideal for testing emotionality and the evolution of basal activity.  The Enclosure tracks the animal’s response to environmental modifications. SDI offers a variety of color options and surface textures to work with your subjects. The Open Field Convertible Enclosure has been deisgned so it can quickly be changed from four arenas to a single large arena, fitting a wide range of experiments. The enclosure is uniquely designed and made out of ABS plastic allowing it to be easy to use, clean and transport, as well as highly versatile. The enclsoure can be paired with ANY-maze video tracking software to help automate your behavioral testing.

• Solid color models in black, white or beige
• Compatible with our ANY-maze video tracking system
• Floor comes with one smooth and one textured side
• Four enclosures or one large enclosure
• Made of durable and easy to clean ABS plastic
• Works for both Rats and Mice

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Ideal for testing emotionality and the evolution of basal activity,locomotor activity, anxiety, and willingness to explore, the Open Field – Single Enclosure by San Diego Instruments (SDI) tracks how animals respond to environmental modifications. With a variety of color options, SDI’s Open Field – Single Enclosure adjusts to fit a wide range of experiments. SDI’s Open Field – Single Enclosure is uniquely designed to be easy to use, clean and transport, as well as highly versatile. Backed by a one-year warranty and our first-rate customer service, purchasing an Open Field – Single Enclosure from SDI guarantees you an exemplary product and ongoing support.

• Solid color models in black, white or beige
• Compatible with our ANY-maze video tracking system
• Made of durable and easy to clean ABS plastic
• Smooth wall and floor texture
• SDI also offers a Open Field – Convertible Enclosure

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Utilized to test anxiety-related behavior, the Elevated Plus Maze centers on rodents’ fear of open and elevated spaces. Arranged in a “+” shape, SDI’s Elevated Plus Maze has two closed and two open arms, as well as an open center. It is uniquely designed to be easy to use, clean and store by detaching arms. Backed by a one-year warranty and our first-rate customer service, purchasing an Elevated Plus Maze from SDI guarantees you an exemplary product and ongoing support.

• Rat and mouse models
• Compatible with our ANY-maze video tracking system
• Black, white or beige color options
• Detachable open arms for compact storage
• Made of durable and easy to clean ABS plastic

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Capture every movement of your subject using Place Preference-The only system that allows you to capture x,y positioning of the animal.

SDI’s Conditioned Place Preference System is the most powerful, flexible and easy-to-use system for measuring the motivational effects of an object or stimuli.  SDI’s Conditioned Place Preference System employs a 4×16 photobeam array to precisely record entries into chamber and time in chamber.  In addition, the system accurately records and reports standard activity data such as ambulation movements, fine movements and time-stamped (x,y) positions.

The Conditioned Place Preference Control Unit connects to the computer via USB, making laptops available to run the system.  The system utilizes a database to store all study results in a single file (table) format ready for export.  This eliminates the need to cut and paste multiple files together in order to export study results to statistical packages.

The test enclosure is designed with clear acrylic walls providing the ability to attach any type of cue.  Removable floors allow the user to create custom floors from virtually any material to meet specific study requirements.  High-intensity LED ceiling lights are long-lasting and emit no heat.  Manually operated doors rise fully, providing an unobstructed pathway for the subject to cross between chambers.

• Record full activity data including x,y positioning at all times
• Choose your own cues and change flooring for maximum flexibility in testing
• Capture all movements with the 4×16 photobeam array
• Setup, record, and export all data with point-and-click ease

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Capture every movement of your subject using Place Preference-The only system that allows you to capture x,y positioning of the animal.

SDI’s Conditioned Place Preference System is the most powerful, flexible and easy-to-use system for measuring the motivational effects of an object or stimuli.  SDI’s Conditioned Place Preference System employs a 4×16 photobeam array to precisely record entries into chamber and time in chamber.  In addition, the system accurately records and reports standard activity data such as ambulation movements, fine movements and time-stamped (x,y) positions.

The Conditioned Place Preference Control Unit connects to the computer via USB, making laptops available to run the system.  The system utilizes a database to store all study results in a single file (table) format ready for export.  This eliminates the need to cut and paste multiple files together in order to export study results to statistical packages.

The test enclosure is designed with clear acrylic walls providing the ability to attach any type of cue.  Removable floors allow the user to create custom floors from virtually any material to meet specific study requirements.  High-intensity LED ceiling lights are long-lasting and emit no heat.  Manually operated doors rise fully, providing an unobstructed pathway for the subject to cross between chambers.

• Record full activity data including x,y positioning at all times
• Choose your own cues and change flooring for maximum flexibility in testing
• Capture all movements with the 4×16 photobeam array
• Setup, record, and export all data with point-and-click ease

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