T MAZE
The T-Maze is used largely in preference and spatial learning tasks. It is also used to investigate spatial learning and memory in rats and mice. Animals learn to alternate between arms based on their memory of the previously visited arms or choose an arm based on the reward presented. The simple capital T shape design incorporates a single choice point with only two alternatives.
Calculates and analyzes parameters related to learning and memory, such as the time needed to reach rewarded arm of the T-maze. Analyze behaviors in relation to zones, such as the number of entries into each arm.
About VJ Instruments T Maze
The VJ Instruments T-Maze is manufactured using high end material and consists of 3 similar arms in T shape. Maze is available in any custom color.
The T-Maze comes in as a part of the whole package that includes a Licensed MazeMaster video tracking software, camera with accessories like cables fixing, IR lights, Light fixtures and a PC. Same package can be used to perform tests on a variety of other mazes manufactured by VJ Instruments like Y-Maze, Y-Maze, Radial-Maze, Morriswater maze, Barne maze, Elevated Zero Maze, Open field Maze etc.
The VJ Instruments provides a complete solution to track the rodents in T-Maze.
The rodent is placed in the center of maze and is monitored by a MazeMaster video tracking application through a camera that is fixed directly above the maze. MazeMaster software analyzes the video and parameters like number of entries to each arm, distance travelled, time spent in each arm etc. are recorded by it. The trajectory of the movement is provided by MazeMaster software which helps to analyze movement of the rodent.
| T MAZE SPEC. | For Mice | For Rat |
|---|---|---|
| Arm Length | 28cm | 40cm |
| Arm Width | 5cm | 10cm |
| Arm Wall Height | 15cm | 20cm |
| Standard color | Black | |
| Other color options | White, Grey, Color as per choice on order | |
| Weight | 10kg | 15kg |
| Model No. | VJTM-01M | VJTM-01R |
Note: VJ Instruments product development is a continuous process so specifications may change without prior notification.