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Rotarod Specification

This document provides the technical specifications for a Rotarod apparatus, an animal behavioral testing device used for rat and mouse motor coordination assessments, detailing physical dimensions, lane configurations, control system interface, speed parameters, and fall detection capabilities.

Updated Feb 7, 2026
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Rotarod Specification

Physical Specifications

Lane Configuration

  • Lane number: 3/6 lane

Dimensions by Animal Type

Rat:

  • Rod diameter: 6cm
  • Lane width: 10cm
  • Fall distance: approximately 28cm

Mouse:

  • Rod diameter: 3cm
  • Lane width: 6cm
  • Fall distance: approximately 14cm

Unit Dimensions

  • Runner: 16 x 12 x 13 inches (length x width x height)
  • Control box: 9 x 9 x 12 inches (length x width x height)

Control System

Interface

  • Control: 7-inch touch screen

Display Features

Real-time display includes:

  • Duration (s)
  • Revolution (R)
  • Fall speed (RPM)
  • Mode (Forward/Backward)

Performance Parameters

Speed Settings

  • Speed mode: Constant speed or acceleration
  • Speed step: 0.1
  • Adjustable speed range: 0.1–99.9 rounds/minute
  • Acceleration range: 0.1–50 rounds/minute
  • Acceleration time range: 1–4999 seconds

Operational Settings

  • Run time: 1–900 minutes

Detection and Recording

Fall Detection

  • Fall detection: Infrared sensor

Data Recording

  • Lane independent tracking
  • Auto start/stop

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