EpisodesBits and Bobs 7/27/26A microtome is a device that can create infinitesimally thin "salami."A microtome is a device that can create infinitesimally thin "salami."2026-07-27 · Bits and Bobs 7/27/26A microtome is a device that can create infinitesimally thin "salami."It's a standard piece of equipment to slice up samples to micro-thin slices to put on microscope slides.