The active running wheel system in rats is driven by the spontaneous movement of the animal itself to rotate the running wheel. In this configuration, the long-term activity information of the animals in the cage, such as the direction of wheel rotation, number of revolutions, cumulative total travel, etc., can be recorded using an encoder for length measurement. This device consists of a rotating wheel component, a cage, and a rotation direction and speed sensor. The instrument is an experimental tool for studying animal circadian rhythms. Optional food dispensers can also be used for exercise reward experiments.
Technical Parameter
2. Experimental data: experimental time, total distance, total number of turns, clockwise turns, counterclockwise turns, parameters within a unit time period
3. Experimental time range: 0~400:00 (hours: minutes)
4. Encoder resolution: 360P/R
5. Data storage capacity: 1000 rows
6. Data output: USB, can be exported to a USB drive
7. Chassis Material: Alloy
8. Rat activity wheel specifications: inner diameter 340mm, width 100mm
9. Equipment power supply: 110V~220V 50HZ