AW-M Forced Running Wheel System for Small Animals

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AW-M Forced Running Wheel System for Small Animals

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Model NumberAW-4M

Brand NameSHTAWANG

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AW-M Forced Running Wheel System for Small Animals
Product Overview
The AW-M Forced Running Wheel System is a professional laboratory instrument developed for studying rodent exercise behavior, sleep deprivation, fatigue, neuroscience, pharmacology, and energy metabolism. It provides highly controlled exercise conditions with programmable rotation speed, direction, and timing, enabling researchers to obtain accurate and repeatable behavioral data.
The system features a precision motor capable of maintaining stable wheel speeds from 0.1 to 60 RPM, ensuring consistent experimental conditions. Researchers can configure continuous, intermittent, random, or multi-stage programmed exercise protocols according to different research requirements.
The transparent polycarbonate animal chamber allows continuous observation of animal behavior, while USB connectivity enables convenient experiment management and data collection. For advanced metabolic research, the system can be equipped with optional oxygen consumption (VO₂), carbon dioxide production (VCO₂), and Respiratory Exchange Ratio (RER) measurement functions.
Designed for reliability, flexibility, and ease of operation, the AW-M system is widely used in universities, medical research institutes, pharmaceutical laboratories, and neuroscience research centers.

Key Features
• Precision motor with stable speed control from 0.1–60.0 RPM
• Programmable clockwise and counterclockwise rotation
• Continuous, intermittent, random, and multi-stage running modes
• Supports up to 100 programmable exercise protocols
• Transparent polycarbonate chamber for easy behavioral observation
• Durable corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy running wheel
• Convenient side-opening animal access door
• USB communication for computer control and data management
• Internal storage of experimental data
• Optional oxygen consumption, CO₂ production, and RER measurement
• Compatible with animal energy metabolism research systems
• Suitable for long-term behavioral and pharmacological studies

Working Principle
During experiments, a mouse is placed inside the running wheel chamber. The precision motor drives the wheel at predefined speeds and rotation patterns while the animal performs forced exercise.
Researchers can freely program exercise duration, rest intervals, wheel speed, rotation direction, and multi-stage exercise protocols. Throughout the experiment, behavioral responses and exercise performance are recorded for subsequent analysis.
When equipped with the optional metabolic module, the system continuously measures oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production, allowing calculation of respiratory exchange ratio (RER) and comprehensive evaluation of exercise metabolism.
The combination of behavioral observation and metabolic monitoring provides valuable data for neurological, physiological, and pharmacological research.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Model	AW-M
Channels	1 Channel
Running Direction	Clockwise / Counterclockwise
Running Modes	Continuous, Intermittent, Random, Multi-stage Program
Speed Range	0.1–60.0 RPM
Speed Resolution	0.1 RPM
Program Capacity	100 programmable stages
Intermittent Mode	Running time: 0–999 min; Rest time: 0–999 min
Experimental Time Display	HH
Running Wheel Diameter	140 mm
Running Wheel Width	60 mm
Step Distance	10 mm
Running Wheel Material	High-strength Aluminum Alloy
Animal Chamber Material	Transparent Polycarbonate (PC)
Animal Access	Side-opening Door
Data Storage	Internal Memory
Computer Connection	USB
Power Supply	AC 220 V (110 V Optional)
Optional Functions	VO₂, VCO₂, RER Measurement

Optional Energy Metabolism Module

Parameter	Specification
Oxygen Sensor Principle	Zirconia Sensor
O₂ Measurement Range	0–25%
O₂ Resolution	0.001%
O₂ Accuracy	0.01%
CO₂ Detector	Non-dispersive Infrared (NDIR)
CO₂ Measurement Principle	Infrared (IR)
CO₂ Range	0–10,000 ppm
CO₂ Resolution	0.0001%
CO₂ Accuracy	±60 ppm

Typical Applications
The AW-M Forced Running Wheel System is suitable for a broad range of laboratory research, including:
• Exercise physiology research
• Fatigue and endurance studies
• Sleep deprivation experiments
• Neuroscience research
• Behavioral neuroscience
• Pharmacological efficacy evaluation
• Anti-fatigue drug development
• Muscle relaxant studies
• Neuroprotective drug screening
• Metabolic research
• Energy expenditure analysis
• University teaching laboratories
• Biomedical research institutes
• Pharmaceutical R&D laboratories

Why Choose the AW-M Forced Running Wheel System?

Feature	AW-M Forced Running Wheel System	Conventional Running Wheel
Speed Accuracy	High-precision motor control	Manual or limited control
Speed Adjustment	0.1–60 RPM	Limited
Rotation Direction	Bidirectional	Usually fixed
Exercise Modes	Multiple programmable modes	Continuous only
Program Storage	100 programmable stages	Not available
Computer Control	USB connection	Generally unavailable
Behavioral Observation	Transparent chamber	Basic
Data Storage	Built-in memory	None
Metabolic Measurement	Optional VO₂/VCO₂/RER	Not supported
Research Flexibility	Excellent	Basic

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What animals can be used with the AW-M system?
The system is primarily designed for laboratory mice and other small rodents with similar body sizes.
Can exercise programs be customized?
Yes. Users can create up to 100 independent program stages, each with adjustable speed and running duration.
Is bidirectional wheel rotation supported?
Yes. The wheel can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise according to experimental requirements.
Can the system perform intermittent exercise protocols?
Yes. Users can independently set running and resting periods from 0 to 999 minutes.
Does the system support metabolic analysis?
Yes. Optional modules allow measurement of oxygen consumption (VO₂), carbon dioxide production (VCO₂), and respiratory exchange ratio (RER).
Can experimental data be stored?
Yes. The system includes internal data storage and supports USB communication for computer-based data management.
Which research fields commonly use this system?
The system is widely used in neuroscience, behavioral science, pharmacology, physiology, sleep research, metabolism research, and anti-fatigue drug development.

Ideal for Modern Behavioral and Metabolic Research
The AW-M Forced Running Wheel System combines precise exercise control, programmable protocols, reliable data acquisition, and optional metabolic monitoring into a single platform. Its versatility makes it an excellent solution for laboratories investigating rodent behavior, exercise physiology, sleep deprivation, pharmacological interventions, and energy metabolism, providing consistent, repeatable, and high-quality experimental results.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What animals can be used with the AW-M system?
The system is primarily designed for laboratory mice and other small rodents with similar body sizes.
Can exercise programs be customized?
Yes. Users can create up to 100 independent program stages, each with adjustable speed and running duration.
Is bidirectional wheel rotation supported?
Yes. The wheel can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise according to experimental requirements.
Can the system perform intermittent exercise protocols?
Yes. Users can independently set running and resting periods from 0 to 999 minutes.
Does the system support metabolic analysis?
Yes. Optional modules allow measurement of oxygen consumption (VO₂), carbon dioxide production (VCO₂), and respiratory exchange ratio (RER).
Can experimental data be stored?
Yes. The system includes internal data storage and supports USB communication for computer-based data management.
Which research fields commonly use this system?
The system is widely used in neuroscience, behavioral science, pharmacology, physiology, sleep research, metabolism research, and anti-fatigue drug development.