Fluorescence Microscopes
Olympus CX41 for routine applications.
Key Features:
Large variety of applications
Asbestos Fibre Counting
Adaptable for GOUT inspection
Enhanced image clarity
Outstanding flat images
Cost-efficient
Accepts a wide range of digital cameras
The Olympus CX41 provides images of outstanding brightness and clarity in a variety of observation modes. As well as Olympus' renowned UIS2 infinity optics system it employs the PLCN series of Plan Achromat objectives, which are made from carefully selected top quality glass and are manufactured with the most rigorous precision. The result is a major improvement image flatness, with the 10x and 40x objectives in particular providing images that are among the very best available in this class of microscope. Transmitted light illumination is from a 6v 30W halogen light source. Applications include brightfield, darkfield, phase contrast, polarised light and fluorescence. Digital cameras can also be attached with the correct adapters.
Plan objectives for image clarity
The Olympus UIS2 plan corrected objectives ensure the observation of bright, clear images with excellent flatness.
Ergonomic
The optional tilting binocular tube reducing neck strain, and low positioning of stage handle, focus knob, and frontal light control make long term use comfortable.
Cost effective fluorescence
Fluorescence labelling methods find more and more their way in routine observations. Olympus offers a 50 Watt Mercury reflected light illumination system suitable for simple fluorescence observations.
In addition transmitted light FluoLED fluorescence illuminators are designed to fit to the Olympus CX microscopes making them ideal for routine as well as educational purposes. The LEDs can be powered by battery or even solar power ensuring that fluorescence microscopy can be conducted ‘in field’ where samples are fresh. The FluoLED system is available in three versions, to provide transmitted fluorescence, without removing the ability to perform normal brightfield illumination: The FluoLED EasyBlue (480 nm) provides a single wavelength of fixed intensity for the most cost efficient solution. The FluoLED Single provides users with the capability to use one of seven interchangeable LED cassettes from 365 nm (UV) to 630 nm (Red) and control the intensity of the light. The FluoLED MultiFluo enables up to three of the interchangeable LED cassettes to be installed and controlled on the microscope at once via a three channel electronic driver.
Ideal for different observation methods
Either simple polarisation, phase contrast or darkfield, the universal objectives accommodate all observation methods without need to change the objective type each time the method is changed.
Documentation and analysis
Olympus digital cameras, optimised for various applications, can be adapted via the optional available trinocular tube. The cameras can be combined with software packages ranging from easy archiving up to thorough analysis and reporting of data.
Key Features:
Large variety of applications
Asbestos Fibre Counting
Adaptable for GOUT inspection
Enhanced image clarity
Outstanding flat images
Cost-efficient
Accepts a wide range of digital cameras
The Olympus CX41 provides images of outstanding brightness and clarity in a variety of observation modes. As well as Olympus' renowned UIS2 infinity optics system it employs the PLCN series of Plan Achromat objectives, which are made from carefully selected top quality glass and are manufactured with the most rigorous precision. The result is a major improvement image flatness, with the 10x and 40x objectives in particular providing images that are among the very best available in this class of microscope. Transmitted light illumination is from a 6v 30W halogen light source. Applications include brightfield, darkfield, phase contrast, polarised light and fluorescence. Digital cameras can also be attached with the correct adapters.
Plan objectives for image clarity
The Olympus UIS2 plan corrected objectives ensure the observation of bright, clear images with excellent flatness.
Ergonomic
The optional tilting binocular tube reducing neck strain, and low positioning of stage handle, focus knob, and frontal light control make long term use comfortable.
Cost effective fluorescence
Fluorescence labelling methods find more and more their way in routine observations. Olympus offers a 50 Watt Mercury reflected light illumination system suitable for simple fluorescence observations.
In addition transmitted light FluoLED fluorescence illuminators are designed to fit to the Olympus CX microscopes making them ideal for routine as well as educational purposes. The LEDs can be powered by battery or even solar power ensuring that fluorescence microscopy can be conducted ‘in field’ where samples are fresh. The FluoLED system is available in three versions, to provide transmitted fluorescence, without removing the ability to perform normal brightfield illumination: The FluoLED EasyBlue (480 nm) provides a single wavelength of fixed intensity for the most cost efficient solution. The FluoLED Single provides users with the capability to use one of seven interchangeable LED cassettes from 365 nm (UV) to 630 nm (Red) and control the intensity of the light. The FluoLED MultiFluo enables up to three of the interchangeable LED cassettes to be installed and controlled on the microscope at once via a three channel electronic driver.
Ideal for different observation methods
Either simple polarisation, phase contrast or darkfield, the universal objectives accommodate all observation methods without need to change the objective type each time the method is changed.
Documentation and analysis
Olympus digital cameras, optimised for various applications, can be adapted via the optional available trinocular tube. The cameras can be combined with software packages ranging from easy archiving up to thorough analysis and reporting of data.
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Olympus Microscopes
Olympus BX43 - world renowned UIS2 optics and operating efficiency for a wide range of clinical applications.
Key Features:
True colour LED illumination
Light Intensity Manager
Various contrast methods
Magnification and filter read-out
Upgradeable with motorised components
Digital imaging platform for a wide range of camera systems
The Olympus BX43 offers an outstanding range of features and optical performance for the clinical market. With an emphasis on the powerful UIS2 optical system and the proven rigid Y-shaped frame coupled with easy-to-operate front controls and unique colour-matched LED brightfield illumination, it also offers improved versatility and ergonomic operation. The compact space-efficient frame of the Olympus BX43 enables comprehensive routine work functions with outstanding cost performance, making it an ideal and versatile standalone microscope for standard imaging applications, and also the perfect starting point for digital imaging, motorisation and even fluorescence – it is future-lab-ready so that you can be too.
Trust your eyes - true colour LED Illumination
Olympus is taking brightfield to the next level with the most advanced mixed-matrix brightfield LED technology currently available. This new true-colour LED has been designed to provide a colour rendering index very similar to that of halogen bulbs with daylight filters. This means that stain colours appear exactly the same under the true colour LED as they do under daylight filtered halogen, and also that similar (but not the same) colours can be clearly differentiated. Such clarity cannot be provided by standard LEDs as they cannot provide the same colour rendering capabilities and thus diagnostic imaging becomes difficult. This advanced colour rendering technology therefore provides a wavelength range ideal for the most commonly used stain colours - purple, blue and red (e.g. haematoxylin and eosin – HE or Papanicolaou stain - Pap).
Increased efficiency - Light intensity management (LIM)
Due to their nature, LEDs are ideal for transmitted bright field illumination as they offer easy intensity control, with a constant colour temperature profile over the entire intensity range. Olympus has maximised this distinct benefit with the built-in Light Intensity Manager (LIM), which provides an easy to use interface for setting and automating brightness levels associated with each different objective, reducing the fine adjustments usually completed by the user with each objective. The Olympus LIM works in collaboration with the unique Olympus true-colour LED transmitted light source and coded nosepieces (5 and 7 positions), to automatically adjust the illumination intensity to the user’s pre-defined levels with each objective change.
Future Lab Ready – system solutions
An increasing number of application areas require clinicians to capture, store and annotate the images they produce. As a result, even if these requirements are not currently needed the microscope you buy today should be ready for the digital future. With the Olympus BX3 microscopes, related accessories and digital camera range, as well as the dedicated labSens software, clinicians have the scope to match their current requirements; safe in the knowledge they are ready for the future, whichever direction it takes their imaging needs.
Building your system – ultimate flexibility
With the BX43 it is possible to start with a standard manual brightfield microscope set-up and then adapt the system as the requirements change, for example additional condensers and objectives could be added to cover a broader range of techniques, a trinocular observation tube makes it possible to add a digital imaging camera which, in turn, makes the Olympus labSens software an excellent addition for digital documentation and case tracking. The BX43 can also support reflected fluorescence, ensuring that, with the increasing number of clinically-relevant fluorescence techniques, your microscopy system can be easily adapted to suit, whilst still providing the same transmitted white light capabilities.
Motorised running – the freedom of choice
By bringing together the right balance of modules and accessories, the BX3 clinical microscopes provide the freedom to fully investigate specimens.
Olympus offers an impressive range of motorisation and automation tools for increasing the efficiency of routine and complex imaging and screening techniques. This offers the capability to perform more reliable examinations even more quickly, saving valuable time. The automation options work well in unison with each other, but can be implemented as independent solutions, so the user only has to motorise the function(s) they need to. This offers much greater flexibility and cost-efficiency, ensuring that the system is built to the user needs.
Digital imaging ready – uncompromising ergonomics
A range of tubes are available for the BX3 range to suit every requirement. For the greatest system flexibility and user comfort, the tilting, trinocular U-TTR2 tube provides excellent eye piece height adjustment as well as interpupillary distance control, and the optical path slider can be attached to either side of the tube, once again this puts the user in full control of the microscope and ensures that the microscope adjusts to their posture and not vice versa.
labSens – Modern digital documentation solution
The labSens software programme is the ideal digital imaging and documentation solution for the modern clinical laboratory. As well as providing all of the essential image acquisition, processing and discussion needs, labSens fits in with the BX3’s central themes of ergonomics and efficiency. The easy-to-use graphical user interface enables the definition of the most important functions, such that users can choose which tools they would like to have available on the screen, enabling them to streamline the interface. This results in an instinctive and fast interactive environment for acquiring, displaying, commenting, measuring and handling of images.
Key Features:
True colour LED illumination
Light Intensity Manager
Various contrast methods
Magnification and filter read-out
Upgradeable with motorised components
Digital imaging platform for a wide range of camera systems
The Olympus BX43 offers an outstanding range of features and optical performance for the clinical market. With an emphasis on the powerful UIS2 optical system and the proven rigid Y-shaped frame coupled with easy-to-operate front controls and unique colour-matched LED brightfield illumination, it also offers improved versatility and ergonomic operation. The compact space-efficient frame of the Olympus BX43 enables comprehensive routine work functions with outstanding cost performance, making it an ideal and versatile standalone microscope for standard imaging applications, and also the perfect starting point for digital imaging, motorisation and even fluorescence – it is future-lab-ready so that you can be too.
Trust your eyes - true colour LED Illumination
Olympus is taking brightfield to the next level with the most advanced mixed-matrix brightfield LED technology currently available. This new true-colour LED has been designed to provide a colour rendering index very similar to that of halogen bulbs with daylight filters. This means that stain colours appear exactly the same under the true colour LED as they do under daylight filtered halogen, and also that similar (but not the same) colours can be clearly differentiated. Such clarity cannot be provided by standard LEDs as they cannot provide the same colour rendering capabilities and thus diagnostic imaging becomes difficult. This advanced colour rendering technology therefore provides a wavelength range ideal for the most commonly used stain colours - purple, blue and red (e.g. haematoxylin and eosin – HE or Papanicolaou stain - Pap).
Increased efficiency - Light intensity management (LIM)
Due to their nature, LEDs are ideal for transmitted bright field illumination as they offer easy intensity control, with a constant colour temperature profile over the entire intensity range. Olympus has maximised this distinct benefit with the built-in Light Intensity Manager (LIM), which provides an easy to use interface for setting and automating brightness levels associated with each different objective, reducing the fine adjustments usually completed by the user with each objective. The Olympus LIM works in collaboration with the unique Olympus true-colour LED transmitted light source and coded nosepieces (5 and 7 positions), to automatically adjust the illumination intensity to the user’s pre-defined levels with each objective change.
Future Lab Ready – system solutions
An increasing number of application areas require clinicians to capture, store and annotate the images they produce. As a result, even if these requirements are not currently needed the microscope you buy today should be ready for the digital future. With the Olympus BX3 microscopes, related accessories and digital camera range, as well as the dedicated labSens software, clinicians have the scope to match their current requirements; safe in the knowledge they are ready for the future, whichever direction it takes their imaging needs.
Building your system – ultimate flexibility
With the BX43 it is possible to start with a standard manual brightfield microscope set-up and then adapt the system as the requirements change, for example additional condensers and objectives could be added to cover a broader range of techniques, a trinocular observation tube makes it possible to add a digital imaging camera which, in turn, makes the Olympus labSens software an excellent addition for digital documentation and case tracking. The BX43 can also support reflected fluorescence, ensuring that, with the increasing number of clinically-relevant fluorescence techniques, your microscopy system can be easily adapted to suit, whilst still providing the same transmitted white light capabilities.
Motorised running – the freedom of choice
By bringing together the right balance of modules and accessories, the BX3 clinical microscopes provide the freedom to fully investigate specimens.
Olympus offers an impressive range of motorisation and automation tools for increasing the efficiency of routine and complex imaging and screening techniques. This offers the capability to perform more reliable examinations even more quickly, saving valuable time. The automation options work well in unison with each other, but can be implemented as independent solutions, so the user only has to motorise the function(s) they need to. This offers much greater flexibility and cost-efficiency, ensuring that the system is built to the user needs.
Digital imaging ready – uncompromising ergonomics
A range of tubes are available for the BX3 range to suit every requirement. For the greatest system flexibility and user comfort, the tilting, trinocular U-TTR2 tube provides excellent eye piece height adjustment as well as interpupillary distance control, and the optical path slider can be attached to either side of the tube, once again this puts the user in full control of the microscope and ensures that the microscope adjusts to their posture and not vice versa.
labSens – Modern digital documentation solution
The labSens software programme is the ideal digital imaging and documentation solution for the modern clinical laboratory. As well as providing all of the essential image acquisition, processing and discussion needs, labSens fits in with the BX3’s central themes of ergonomics and efficiency. The easy-to-use graphical user interface enables the definition of the most important functions, such that users can choose which tools they would like to have available on the screen, enabling them to streamline the interface. This results in an instinctive and fast interactive environment for acquiring, displaying, commenting, measuring and handling of images.
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Olympus BX53 - The researchers' choice for quality, performance, and application flexibility.
The new Olympus BX53 provides advanced modularity to suit a variety of observation styles. The rigid, compact space-saving frame features forward-mounted, easy-to-operate controls for improved efficiency and greater operator comfort. New operator controls are accessible from either side of the microscope, and an ECO sensor automatically turns off the transmitted light when the operator is not seated at the microscope. True to the Olympus philosophy, the Olympus BX53 offers an extended range of accessories and objectives to satisfy todays most discerning microscopists.
Key Features:
Suitable for brightfield, darkfield, phase contrast, Nomarski/DIC,polarised light and fluorescence applications
8 Position fluorescence illuminator (accepts CoolLED excitation systems)
Unique Fluorescence Illumination with fly-eye optics
Magnification and filter read-out to cellSens software
Upgradeable with motorised components
Ambidextrous operation
Eco mode
Optically ahead of the curve - the UIS2 optical system
At the heart of any light microscope is the optical system; a series of lenses, prisms and filters designed to magnify the target area of a sample whilst resolving more detail from it. This is far more complex than this basic overview portrays: Since as well as enabling samples to be imaged they allow the introduction and control of light and the projection of images to the eyes (or to a camera). On top of all of this are a range of optical aberrations that can affect microscopy if not properly corrected for. The Olympus UIS2 optical components have been developed to provide the perfect optical system; setting a new standard in precision and clarity.
Dedicated to Fluorescence
As well as the objectives, the new UIS2 fluorescent mirror cube range and 8 position mirror turret have been optimised for flexible and high quality imaging. An ultra high quality coating process provides excellent transmission and exceptionally steep cut-off slopes and the low reflection interior surfaces eliminate over 99% of stray light. As a result, these filter cubes ensure the highest sensitivity and best colour separation, which coupled with the low auto-fluorescent glass materials, further improves the S:N ratio. In addition the mirror cubes can be exchanged without the need for any tools, making updates very quick and easy.
A novel fluorescence illumination concept
Fluorescence illumination has been at the forefront of life science microscopy for many years. With the BX3 systems, Olympus has incorporated a number of design features and components that will enable fluorescence to maintain this leading position. Of these advances the most important is the introduction of a novel fly-eye lens system which ensures that the field of view is illuminated homogeneously. As well as providing such flawless illumination, the fly-eye system also provides simpler burner alignment.
Ambidextrous
The Olympus BX53 microscope is designed to be ambidextrous so you don’t have to be! For example, the light control dial is placed in the centre of the frame, and the transmitted attenuation filters and fluorescence shutters can be operated from either side, as can the focus knobs. If the microscope is fitted with an Olympus digital camera, a remote exposure button is available, which can also be placed on either side of the frame, enabling uninterrupted image framing and capture. As a result you maintain full control over you workspace, consequently improving workflow efficiency as everything is exactly where you want it.
Motorisation – Pushing the boundaries
The Olympus BX3 microscopes offer even greater application flexibility via a series of motorisation and automation options, all of which can be controlled along with illumination and image capture via the cellSens software. The addition of these motorised and automated components therefore provides excellent potential for enhanced experimentation. The automation options work well in union with each other, but can be implemented as independent solutions, so the user only has to motorise the function(s) they need to. This offers much greater flexibility and cost-efficiency, ensuring that the system is built to the user needs.
Digital imaging ready – uncompromising ergonomics
A range of tubes are available for the BX3 range to suit every requirement. For the greatest system flexibility and user comfort, the tilting, trinocular U-TTR2 tube provides excellent eye piece height adjustment as well as interpupillary distance control, and the optical path slider can be attached to either side of the tube, once again this puts the user in full control of the microscope and ensures that the microscope adjusts to their posture and not vice versa.
Capturing everything correctly – Olympus digital camera range
It is always preferable to have a choice, and this is definitely true when it comes to matching your digital imaging requirements with your project work. For bright-field applications you’ll want dazzling colour fidelity and for fluorescence you’ll need the perfect monochrome capture. There are also those occasions where you would like a microscope camera that can do both. Add to this selection the ability to pick from a range of image sizes and resolutions, and the Olympus digital microscope camera range really does offer you the flexibility of choice.
Total system control – cellSens software for life science applications
Consisting of three different packages: cellSens Entry, cellSens Standard and cellSens Dimension, all user requirements can be met with ease. Incorporating a unique user-definable interface, the imaging process can be personalised from start to finish, for complete control over the entire experiment. Furthermore, each package integrates seamlessly with Microsoft Windows and Office programmes, making the advanced functionality of the Olympus cellSens family extremely user-friendly.
The new Olympus BX53 provides advanced modularity to suit a variety of observation styles. The rigid, compact space-saving frame features forward-mounted, easy-to-operate controls for improved efficiency and greater operator comfort. New operator controls are accessible from either side of the microscope, and an ECO sensor automatically turns off the transmitted light when the operator is not seated at the microscope. True to the Olympus philosophy, the Olympus BX53 offers an extended range of accessories and objectives to satisfy todays most discerning microscopists.
Key Features:
Suitable for brightfield, darkfield, phase contrast, Nomarski/DIC,polarised light and fluorescence applications
8 Position fluorescence illuminator (accepts CoolLED excitation systems)
Unique Fluorescence Illumination with fly-eye optics
Magnification and filter read-out to cellSens software
Upgradeable with motorised components
Ambidextrous operation
Eco mode
Optically ahead of the curve - the UIS2 optical system
At the heart of any light microscope is the optical system; a series of lenses, prisms and filters designed to magnify the target area of a sample whilst resolving more detail from it. This is far more complex than this basic overview portrays: Since as well as enabling samples to be imaged they allow the introduction and control of light and the projection of images to the eyes (or to a camera). On top of all of this are a range of optical aberrations that can affect microscopy if not properly corrected for. The Olympus UIS2 optical components have been developed to provide the perfect optical system; setting a new standard in precision and clarity.
Dedicated to Fluorescence
As well as the objectives, the new UIS2 fluorescent mirror cube range and 8 position mirror turret have been optimised for flexible and high quality imaging. An ultra high quality coating process provides excellent transmission and exceptionally steep cut-off slopes and the low reflection interior surfaces eliminate over 99% of stray light. As a result, these filter cubes ensure the highest sensitivity and best colour separation, which coupled with the low auto-fluorescent glass materials, further improves the S:N ratio. In addition the mirror cubes can be exchanged without the need for any tools, making updates very quick and easy.
A novel fluorescence illumination concept
Fluorescence illumination has been at the forefront of life science microscopy for many years. With the BX3 systems, Olympus has incorporated a number of design features and components that will enable fluorescence to maintain this leading position. Of these advances the most important is the introduction of a novel fly-eye lens system which ensures that the field of view is illuminated homogeneously. As well as providing such flawless illumination, the fly-eye system also provides simpler burner alignment.
Ambidextrous
The Olympus BX53 microscope is designed to be ambidextrous so you don’t have to be! For example, the light control dial is placed in the centre of the frame, and the transmitted attenuation filters and fluorescence shutters can be operated from either side, as can the focus knobs. If the microscope is fitted with an Olympus digital camera, a remote exposure button is available, which can also be placed on either side of the frame, enabling uninterrupted image framing and capture. As a result you maintain full control over you workspace, consequently improving workflow efficiency as everything is exactly where you want it.
Motorisation – Pushing the boundaries
The Olympus BX3 microscopes offer even greater application flexibility via a series of motorisation and automation options, all of which can be controlled along with illumination and image capture via the cellSens software. The addition of these motorised and automated components therefore provides excellent potential for enhanced experimentation. The automation options work well in union with each other, but can be implemented as independent solutions, so the user only has to motorise the function(s) they need to. This offers much greater flexibility and cost-efficiency, ensuring that the system is built to the user needs.
Digital imaging ready – uncompromising ergonomics
A range of tubes are available for the BX3 range to suit every requirement. For the greatest system flexibility and user comfort, the tilting, trinocular U-TTR2 tube provides excellent eye piece height adjustment as well as interpupillary distance control, and the optical path slider can be attached to either side of the tube, once again this puts the user in full control of the microscope and ensures that the microscope adjusts to their posture and not vice versa.
Capturing everything correctly – Olympus digital camera range
It is always preferable to have a choice, and this is definitely true when it comes to matching your digital imaging requirements with your project work. For bright-field applications you’ll want dazzling colour fidelity and for fluorescence you’ll need the perfect monochrome capture. There are also those occasions where you would like a microscope camera that can do both. Add to this selection the ability to pick from a range of image sizes and resolutions, and the Olympus digital microscope camera range really does offer you the flexibility of choice.
Total system control – cellSens software for life science applications
Consisting of three different packages: cellSens Entry, cellSens Standard and cellSens Dimension, all user requirements can be met with ease. Incorporating a unique user-definable interface, the imaging process can be personalised from start to finish, for complete control over the entire experiment. Furthermore, each package integrates seamlessly with Microsoft Windows and Office programmes, making the advanced functionality of the Olympus cellSens family extremely user-friendly.
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The automated microscope system for high-end fluorescence imaging.
Key Features:
Most accurate motorised Z-drive
Highest stability due to fixed stage design
Highly precise ultra-sonic stage
Unique operational concept
Unmatched workspace personalisation
Full control via touch panel controller
Detachable manual controller
Intuitive contrast management
Compatible with CoolLED fluorescence excitation systems
The Olympus BX63 is completely motorised and is uniquely focused via the nosepiece rather than stage, which enables the stage to be fixed making it more stable. The motorised stage is also new and is driven by advanced, high precision, ultrasonic Piezo technology, providing silent, smooth and extremely precise operation. The stage can even be positioned by hand enabling rapid gross sample alignment while highly accurate encoders continuously read-out X,Y position The excellent encoding enables the user to set precise coordinates and navigate directly to them at high speed.
Be precise! – Ultrasonic motorised stage
The Olympus BX63 features a new, highly accurate, ultrasonic stage. Driven by advanced Piezo technology, the stage has a small form factor with silent and extremely smooth operation. It can also be physically positioned by hand enabling rapid gross sample alignment. Via the high precision built-in encoders, the stage provides true X,Y coordination, enabling the user to set exact coordinates and navigate directly to them at high speed, even if the stage has been manually positioned. This new ultrasonic stage is also the basis for the automation of complex imaging procedures, such as MIA and multi-dimensional experiments, using the cellSens software packages.
Design your personal workspace – Unique control concept
Every person has a different way of organising their things – be it their work desk or their wardrobe, and their way will not necessarily suit anyone else. Olympus has enabled this complete user-defined control concept with its BX63 microscope, which combines detachable manual controllers, touch panel and software control and allows unmatched workspace personalisation.
Control at your fingertips – The BX63 touch panel
The BX63 is supplied with a unique, programmable touch-screen control that greatly simplifies observation and imaging tasks and offers full control of all microscope functions including focus and motorised stage. The interface can be set to a ‘navigation mode’ that is context-sensitive, displaying only the functions that are relevant to observation method in use. The alternative ‘full operation’ mode allows researchers access to the full range of functions and customisation options available. The user account system provides more than 30 individual accounts, which can be used for personal settings and can all be protected by password.
The manual touch – detachable control units
For users that prefer hands-on control, the BX63 has an optional remote control unit that can be placed wherever the user requires it. For more traditional working the controls can be affixed to the front of the frame. This unit provides coarse and fine focus knobs, X,Y stage controller and push button controls for efficiently changing between observation methods, objectives and mirror units, as well as for adjusting light intensity and controlling camera and fluorescence shutter.
Total system control – cellSens software for life science applications
Consisting of three different packages: cellSens Entry, cellSens Standard and cellSens Dimension, all user requirements can be met with ease. Incorporating a unique user-definable interface, the imaging process can be personalised from start to finish, for complete control over the entire experiment. Furthermore, each package integrates seamlessly with Microsoft Windows and Office programmes, making the advanced functionality of the Olympus cellSens family extremely user-friendly.
Optically ahead of the curve – the UIS2 optical system
At the heart of any light microscope is the optical system; a series of lenses, prisms and filters designed to magnify the target area of a sample whilst resolving more detail from it. This is far more complex than this basic overview portrays: Since as well as enabling samples to be imaged they allow the introduction and control of light and the projection of images to the eyes (or to a camera). On top of all of this are a range of optical aberrations that can affect microscopy if not properly corrected for. The Olympus UIS2 optical components have been developed to provide the perfect optical system; setting a new standard in precision and clarity.
Dedicated to Fluorescence
As well as the objectives, the new UIS2 fluorescent mirror cube range and 8 position mirror turret have been optimised for flexible and high quality imaging. An ultra high quality coating process provides excellent transmission and exceptionally steep cut-off slopes and the low reflection interior surfaces eliminate over 99% of stray light. As a result, these filter cubes ensure the highest sensitivity and best colour separation, which coupled with the low auto-fluorescent glass materials, further improves the S:N ratio. In addition the mirror cubes can be exchanged without the need for any tools, making updates very quick and easy.
A novel fluorescence illumination concept
Fluorescence illumination has been at the forefront of life science microscopy for many years. With the BX3 systems, Olympus has incorporated a number of design features and components that will enable fluorescence to maintain this leading position. Of these advances the most important is the introduction of a novel fly-eye lens system which ensures that the field of view is illuminated homogeneously. As well as providing such flawless illumination, the fly-eye system also provides simpler burner alignment.
Digital imaging ready – uncompromising ergonomics
A range of tubes are available for the BX3 range to suit every requirement. For the greatest system flexibility and user comfort, the tilting, trinocular U-TTR2 tube provides excellent eye piece height adjustment as well as interpupillary distance control, and the optical path slider can be attached to either side of the tube, once again this puts the user in full control of the microscope and ensures that the microscope adjusts to their posture and not vice versa.
Capturing everything correctly – Olympus digital camera range
It is always preferable to have a choice, and this is definitely true when it comes to matching your digital imaging requirements with your project work. For bright-field applications you’ll want dazzling colour fidelity and for fluorescence you’ll need the perfect monochrome capture. There are also those occasions where you would like a microscope camera that can do both. Add to this selection the ability to pick from a range of image sizes and resolutions, and the Olympus digital microscope camera range really does offer you the flexibility of choice.
Key Features:
Most accurate motorised Z-drive
Highest stability due to fixed stage design
Highly precise ultra-sonic stage
Unique operational concept
Unmatched workspace personalisation
Full control via touch panel controller
Detachable manual controller
Intuitive contrast management
Compatible with CoolLED fluorescence excitation systems
The Olympus BX63 is completely motorised and is uniquely focused via the nosepiece rather than stage, which enables the stage to be fixed making it more stable. The motorised stage is also new and is driven by advanced, high precision, ultrasonic Piezo technology, providing silent, smooth and extremely precise operation. The stage can even be positioned by hand enabling rapid gross sample alignment while highly accurate encoders continuously read-out X,Y position The excellent encoding enables the user to set precise coordinates and navigate directly to them at high speed.
Be precise! – Ultrasonic motorised stage
The Olympus BX63 features a new, highly accurate, ultrasonic stage. Driven by advanced Piezo technology, the stage has a small form factor with silent and extremely smooth operation. It can also be physically positioned by hand enabling rapid gross sample alignment. Via the high precision built-in encoders, the stage provides true X,Y coordination, enabling the user to set exact coordinates and navigate directly to them at high speed, even if the stage has been manually positioned. This new ultrasonic stage is also the basis for the automation of complex imaging procedures, such as MIA and multi-dimensional experiments, using the cellSens software packages.
Design your personal workspace – Unique control concept
Every person has a different way of organising their things – be it their work desk or their wardrobe, and their way will not necessarily suit anyone else. Olympus has enabled this complete user-defined control concept with its BX63 microscope, which combines detachable manual controllers, touch panel and software control and allows unmatched workspace personalisation.
Control at your fingertips – The BX63 touch panel
The BX63 is supplied with a unique, programmable touch-screen control that greatly simplifies observation and imaging tasks and offers full control of all microscope functions including focus and motorised stage. The interface can be set to a ‘navigation mode’ that is context-sensitive, displaying only the functions that are relevant to observation method in use. The alternative ‘full operation’ mode allows researchers access to the full range of functions and customisation options available. The user account system provides more than 30 individual accounts, which can be used for personal settings and can all be protected by password.
The manual touch – detachable control units
For users that prefer hands-on control, the BX63 has an optional remote control unit that can be placed wherever the user requires it. For more traditional working the controls can be affixed to the front of the frame. This unit provides coarse and fine focus knobs, X,Y stage controller and push button controls for efficiently changing between observation methods, objectives and mirror units, as well as for adjusting light intensity and controlling camera and fluorescence shutter.
Total system control – cellSens software for life science applications
Consisting of three different packages: cellSens Entry, cellSens Standard and cellSens Dimension, all user requirements can be met with ease. Incorporating a unique user-definable interface, the imaging process can be personalised from start to finish, for complete control over the entire experiment. Furthermore, each package integrates seamlessly with Microsoft Windows and Office programmes, making the advanced functionality of the Olympus cellSens family extremely user-friendly.
Optically ahead of the curve – the UIS2 optical system
At the heart of any light microscope is the optical system; a series of lenses, prisms and filters designed to magnify the target area of a sample whilst resolving more detail from it. This is far more complex than this basic overview portrays: Since as well as enabling samples to be imaged they allow the introduction and control of light and the projection of images to the eyes (or to a camera). On top of all of this are a range of optical aberrations that can affect microscopy if not properly corrected for. The Olympus UIS2 optical components have been developed to provide the perfect optical system; setting a new standard in precision and clarity.
Dedicated to Fluorescence
As well as the objectives, the new UIS2 fluorescent mirror cube range and 8 position mirror turret have been optimised for flexible and high quality imaging. An ultra high quality coating process provides excellent transmission and exceptionally steep cut-off slopes and the low reflection interior surfaces eliminate over 99% of stray light. As a result, these filter cubes ensure the highest sensitivity and best colour separation, which coupled with the low auto-fluorescent glass materials, further improves the S:N ratio. In addition the mirror cubes can be exchanged without the need for any tools, making updates very quick and easy.
A novel fluorescence illumination concept
Fluorescence illumination has been at the forefront of life science microscopy for many years. With the BX3 systems, Olympus has incorporated a number of design features and components that will enable fluorescence to maintain this leading position. Of these advances the most important is the introduction of a novel fly-eye lens system which ensures that the field of view is illuminated homogeneously. As well as providing such flawless illumination, the fly-eye system also provides simpler burner alignment.
Digital imaging ready – uncompromising ergonomics
A range of tubes are available for the BX3 range to suit every requirement. For the greatest system flexibility and user comfort, the tilting, trinocular U-TTR2 tube provides excellent eye piece height adjustment as well as interpupillary distance control, and the optical path slider can be attached to either side of the tube, once again this puts the user in full control of the microscope and ensures that the microscope adjusts to their posture and not vice versa.
Capturing everything correctly – Olympus digital camera range
It is always preferable to have a choice, and this is definitely true when it comes to matching your digital imaging requirements with your project work. For bright-field applications you’ll want dazzling colour fidelity and for fluorescence you’ll need the perfect monochrome capture. There are also those occasions where you would like a microscope camera that can do both. Add to this selection the ability to pick from a range of image sizes and resolutions, and the Olympus digital microscope camera range really does offer you the flexibility of choice.
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Olympus CKX41 - The compact inverted microscope for routine use
Key Features:
Suitable for brightfield, phase contrast and relief contrast observations
Enhanced image clarity
Outstanding flat images
Cost-effective
The Olympus CKX41 is an inverted microscope with tilting and trinocular head options and fluorescence upgrade capability for more advanced techniques including GFP and other fluorescence applications. High performance optics produce images that are outstanding in contrast and resolution.
Raising the standard
The new UIS2 PlanCN Series of objectives replaces the UIS Achromat objectives as the standard for this microscope. Benefit from the plan correction over the complete field of view for efficient observation and documentation.
Ergonomic
The optional tilting binocular tube reduces neck strain and the low positioning of stage handle, focus knob, and frontal light control make long term use comfortable.
Easy contrast
Speed up your microscopic work with the precentered phase contrast, because you can visualise your specimen under different magnifications without time-consuming adjustments.
Easy 3D
Increase visibility and contrast with relief contrast in living and unstained material particularly when plastic cell culture vessels are used. The relief contrast technique creates apparent three-dimensional images for easy cell viability checks.
Cost effective fluorescence
Fluorescence labeling methods find more and more their way in routine observations. Olympus offers for this promising methods a cost-effective 50 Watt Mercury illumination system suitable for fluorescence and GFP observations.
Documentation and analysis
Olympus digital cameras can be adapted via the optional available trinocular tubes. Choose the camera model which fits best your needs. Add one of our software packages ranging from easy archiving up to thorough analysis and reporting of your data.
Key Features:
Suitable for brightfield, phase contrast and relief contrast observations
Enhanced image clarity
Outstanding flat images
Cost-effective
The Olympus CKX41 is an inverted microscope with tilting and trinocular head options and fluorescence upgrade capability for more advanced techniques including GFP and other fluorescence applications. High performance optics produce images that are outstanding in contrast and resolution.
Raising the standard
The new UIS2 PlanCN Series of objectives replaces the UIS Achromat objectives as the standard for this microscope. Benefit from the plan correction over the complete field of view for efficient observation and documentation.
Ergonomic
The optional tilting binocular tube reduces neck strain and the low positioning of stage handle, focus knob, and frontal light control make long term use comfortable.
Easy contrast
Speed up your microscopic work with the precentered phase contrast, because you can visualise your specimen under different magnifications without time-consuming adjustments.
Easy 3D
Increase visibility and contrast with relief contrast in living and unstained material particularly when plastic cell culture vessels are used. The relief contrast technique creates apparent three-dimensional images for easy cell viability checks.
Cost effective fluorescence
Fluorescence labeling methods find more and more their way in routine observations. Olympus offers for this promising methods a cost-effective 50 Watt Mercury illumination system suitable for fluorescence and GFP observations.
Documentation and analysis
Olympus digital cameras can be adapted via the optional available trinocular tubes. Choose the camera model which fits best your needs. Add one of our software packages ranging from easy archiving up to thorough analysis and reporting of your data.
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Olympus IX51 inverted biological microscope
Key Features:
Easy, convenient operation
Superb UIS2 optics
Slim and compact design saves space
Suitable for a large variety of applications
The Olympus IX51 is designed for many routine and research applications including advanced fluorescence techniques, phase contrast, relief contrast and Nomarski/DIC. The slim frame enables easy attachment of multiple accessories for cell culture and imaging applications. Excellent optical performance and mechanical quality have been combined into a microscope system of outstanding value.
UIS2 - making the invisible visible
The new milestone in optical evolution - UIS2. See what you never saw before and protect your cells against harmful radiation. Superb signal to noise performance and enhanced spectral range deliver maximum signal with minimum excitation power. And the once more improved chromatic aberration correction guarantees highest colour fidelity.
Slim and Rigid
Reduced to the Max without any compromise for stability. The IX2 inverted research frames are unsurpassed in compactness with concurrent rocklike stability.
Fluorescence
Olympus fluorescence illumination combined with Olympus high definition ion coated filters. Highest signal to noise performance incorporating the wavelength accuracy, edge steepness and low autofluorescence of the UIS2 HQ-fluorescence-filters offer the potential for new discoveries. Innovative fluorescence detection methods like total internal reflection fluorescence (TIRF) and the disc scanning confocal unit (DSU) expand your view to surface phenomena (TIRF) and produce life 3D images (DSU).
Contrast tailored to your needs
With the flexible and new UIS2 DIC system you can adjust the contrast to your needs. From thin to thick specimen you will surely find the right contrast in every required magnification. The Olympus Relief Contrast delivers clear 3D-like images for accurate and easy manipulation across all magnifications with optimised visualisation of cellular membranes.
Modular Motorisation
Motorisation is essential for full process automation. The Olympus modular motorisation concept allows you to choose the automation level depending on your requirements. Motorised modules for IX81 and the manual IX51/71microscopes include fluorescence and transmitted light condensers, filterwheels for illumination and observation light paths, shutters and stages. Everything controlled by a convenient hand switch or by our imaging software.
System Solutions
No matter if you just would like to archive your images, analyse multistained specimens or run automated experiments etc., the familiy of Olympus Imaging software packages has the right solution ready for you. From basic packages up to highly integrated solutions for imaging, microdissection, high content screening and more. Our field- and in-house specialists support you in finding the best solution.
Key Features:
Easy, convenient operation
Superb UIS2 optics
Slim and compact design saves space
Suitable for a large variety of applications
The Olympus IX51 is designed for many routine and research applications including advanced fluorescence techniques, phase contrast, relief contrast and Nomarski/DIC. The slim frame enables easy attachment of multiple accessories for cell culture and imaging applications. Excellent optical performance and mechanical quality have been combined into a microscope system of outstanding value.
UIS2 - making the invisible visible
The new milestone in optical evolution - UIS2. See what you never saw before and protect your cells against harmful radiation. Superb signal to noise performance and enhanced spectral range deliver maximum signal with minimum excitation power. And the once more improved chromatic aberration correction guarantees highest colour fidelity.
Slim and Rigid
Reduced to the Max without any compromise for stability. The IX2 inverted research frames are unsurpassed in compactness with concurrent rocklike stability.
Fluorescence
Olympus fluorescence illumination combined with Olympus high definition ion coated filters. Highest signal to noise performance incorporating the wavelength accuracy, edge steepness and low autofluorescence of the UIS2 HQ-fluorescence-filters offer the potential for new discoveries. Innovative fluorescence detection methods like total internal reflection fluorescence (TIRF) and the disc scanning confocal unit (DSU) expand your view to surface phenomena (TIRF) and produce life 3D images (DSU).
Contrast tailored to your needs
With the flexible and new UIS2 DIC system you can adjust the contrast to your needs. From thin to thick specimen you will surely find the right contrast in every required magnification. The Olympus Relief Contrast delivers clear 3D-like images for accurate and easy manipulation across all magnifications with optimised visualisation of cellular membranes.
Modular Motorisation
Motorisation is essential for full process automation. The Olympus modular motorisation concept allows you to choose the automation level depending on your requirements. Motorised modules for IX81 and the manual IX51/71microscopes include fluorescence and transmitted light condensers, filterwheels for illumination and observation light paths, shutters and stages. Everything controlled by a convenient hand switch or by our imaging software.
System Solutions
No matter if you just would like to archive your images, analyse multistained specimens or run automated experiments etc., the familiy of Olympus Imaging software packages has the right solution ready for you. From basic packages up to highly integrated solutions for imaging, microdissection, high content screening and more. Our field- and in-house specialists support you in finding the best solution.
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Olympus IX71 for versatile routine work and research
Key Features:
Improved fluorescence illuminator, CoolLED compatible
V-shaped optical path for brighter primary images
Exceptional ease of use and comfort
System versatility
The Olympus IX71 is an advanced inverted microscope system for cell imaging, the Olympus IX71 has a unique two-tiered multi-port design for maximum flexibility. Superb fluorescence, DIC, phase contrast and Olympus Relief Contrast modes are available. The microscope sets new standards in inverted microscopy with its stable compact frame and outstanding optical performance.
UIS2 - making the invisible visible
The new milestone in optical evolution - UIS2. See what you never saw before and protect your cells against harmful radiation. Superb signal to noise performance and enhanced spectral range deliver maximum signal with minimum excitation power. And the once more improved chromatic aberration correction guarantees highest colour fidelity.
Slim and Rigid
Reduced to the Max without any compromise for stability. The IX2 inverted research frames are unsurpassed in compactness with concurrent rocklike stability.
Multiport Concept
No other microscope system offers you greater flexibility. The IX71/IX81 frames are equipped with several illumination and detection ports, with your specific port configurations for each microscope being possible.
Fluorescence
Olympus fluorescence illumination combined with Olympus high definition ion coated filters. Highest signal to noise performance incorporating the wavelength accuracy, edge steepness and low autofluorescence of the UIS2 HQ-fluorescence-filters offer the potential for new discoveries. Innovative fluorescence detection methods like total internal reflection fluorescence (TIRF) and the disc scanning confocal unit (DSU) expand your view to surface phenomena (TIRF) and produce life 3D images (DSU).
Contrast tailored to your needs
With the flexible and new UIS2 DIC system you can adjust the contrast to your needs. From thin to thick specimen you will surely find the right contrast in every required magnification. The Olympus Relief Contrast delivers clear 3D-like images for accurate and easy manipulation across all magnifications with optimised visualisation of cellular membranes.
Modular Motorisation
Motorisation is essential for full process automation. The Olympus modular motorisation concept allows you to choose the automation level depending on your requirements. Motorised modules for IX81 and the manual IX51/71microscopes include fluorescence and transmitted light condensers, filterwheels for illumination and observation light paths, shutters and stages. Everything controlled by a convenient hand switch or by our imaging software.
System Solutions
No matter if you just would like to archive your images, analyse multistained specimens or run automated experiments etc., the familiy of Olympus Imaging software packages has the right solution ready for you. From basic packages up to highly integrated solutions for imaging, microdissection, high content screening and more. Our field- and in-house specialists support you in finding the best solution.
Key Features:
Improved fluorescence illuminator, CoolLED compatible
V-shaped optical path for brighter primary images
Exceptional ease of use and comfort
System versatility
The Olympus IX71 is an advanced inverted microscope system for cell imaging, the Olympus IX71 has a unique two-tiered multi-port design for maximum flexibility. Superb fluorescence, DIC, phase contrast and Olympus Relief Contrast modes are available. The microscope sets new standards in inverted microscopy with its stable compact frame and outstanding optical performance.
UIS2 - making the invisible visible
The new milestone in optical evolution - UIS2. See what you never saw before and protect your cells against harmful radiation. Superb signal to noise performance and enhanced spectral range deliver maximum signal with minimum excitation power. And the once more improved chromatic aberration correction guarantees highest colour fidelity.
Slim and Rigid
Reduced to the Max without any compromise for stability. The IX2 inverted research frames are unsurpassed in compactness with concurrent rocklike stability.
Multiport Concept
No other microscope system offers you greater flexibility. The IX71/IX81 frames are equipped with several illumination and detection ports, with your specific port configurations for each microscope being possible.
Fluorescence
Olympus fluorescence illumination combined with Olympus high definition ion coated filters. Highest signal to noise performance incorporating the wavelength accuracy, edge steepness and low autofluorescence of the UIS2 HQ-fluorescence-filters offer the potential for new discoveries. Innovative fluorescence detection methods like total internal reflection fluorescence (TIRF) and the disc scanning confocal unit (DSU) expand your view to surface phenomena (TIRF) and produce life 3D images (DSU).
Contrast tailored to your needs
With the flexible and new UIS2 DIC system you can adjust the contrast to your needs. From thin to thick specimen you will surely find the right contrast in every required magnification. The Olympus Relief Contrast delivers clear 3D-like images for accurate and easy manipulation across all magnifications with optimised visualisation of cellular membranes.
Modular Motorisation
Motorisation is essential for full process automation. The Olympus modular motorisation concept allows you to choose the automation level depending on your requirements. Motorised modules for IX81 and the manual IX51/71microscopes include fluorescence and transmitted light condensers, filterwheels for illumination and observation light paths, shutters and stages. Everything controlled by a convenient hand switch or by our imaging software.
System Solutions
No matter if you just would like to archive your images, analyse multistained specimens or run automated experiments etc., the familiy of Olympus Imaging software packages has the right solution ready for you. From basic packages up to highly integrated solutions for imaging, microdissection, high content screening and more. Our field- and in-house specialists support you in finding the best solution.
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Olympus IX81 - for fully motorised advanced microscopy
Key Features:
Flexible platform for automated solutions
Fully automated platform for live cell imaging
Primary images can be obtained from all four camera ports simultaneously
Complete customisation for individual needs
Accepts CoolLED fluorescence excitation modules
Independent motorised units
Provided with powerful software
The Olympus IX81 provides the highest standards of observation and functional operation as well as the performance required for accurate research applications. The motorised system has the flexibility to be readily adapted to different research purposes and provides excellent performance in imaging, analysis and manipulation. Applications include brightfield, phase contrast, Nomarski/DIC and fluorescence.
UIS2 - making the invisible visible
The new milestone in optical evolution - UIS2. See what you never saw before and protect your cells against harmful radiation. Superb signal to noise performance and enhanced spectral range deliver maximum signal with minimum excitation power. And the once more improved chromatic aberration correction guarantees highest colour fidelity.
Slim and Rigid
Reduced to the Max without any compromise for stability. The IX2 inverted research frames are unsurpassed in compactness with concurrent rocklike stability.
Multiport Concept
No other microscope system offers you greater flexibility. The IX71/IX81 frames are equipped with several illumination and detection ports, with your specific port configurations for each microscope being possible.
Fluorescence
Olympus fluorescence illumination combined with Olympus high definition ion coated filters. Highest signal to noise performance incorporating the wavelength accuracy, edge steepness and low autofluorescence of the UIS2 HQ-fluorescence-filters offer the potential for new discoveries. Innovative fluorescence detection methods like total internal reflection fluorescence (TIRF) and the disc scanning confocal unit (DSU) expand your view to surface phenomena (TIRF) and produce life 3D images (DSU).
Contrast tailored to your needs
With the flexible and new UIS2 DIC system you can adjust the contrast to your needs. From thin to thick specimen you will surely find the right contrast in every required magnification. The Olympus Relief Contrast delivers clear 3D-like images for accurate and easy manipulation across all magnifications with optimised visualisation of cellular membranes.
Modular Motorisation
Motorisation is essential for full process automation. The Olympus modular motorisation concept allows you to choose the automation level depending on your requirements. Motorised modules for IX81 and the manual IX51/71microscopes include fluorescence and transmitted light condensers, filterwheels for illumination and observation light paths, shutters and stages. Everything controlled by a convenient hand switch or by our imaging software.
System Solutions
No matter if you just would like to archive your images, analyse multistained specimens or run automated experiments etc., the familiy of Olympus Imaging software packages has the right solution ready for you. From basic packages up to highly integrated solutions for imaging, microdissection, high content screening and more. Our field- and in-house specialists support you in finding the best solution.
Key Features:
Flexible platform for automated solutions
Fully automated platform for live cell imaging
Primary images can be obtained from all four camera ports simultaneously
Complete customisation for individual needs
Accepts CoolLED fluorescence excitation modules
Independent motorised units
Provided with powerful software
The Olympus IX81 provides the highest standards of observation and functional operation as well as the performance required for accurate research applications. The motorised system has the flexibility to be readily adapted to different research purposes and provides excellent performance in imaging, analysis and manipulation. Applications include brightfield, phase contrast, Nomarski/DIC and fluorescence.
UIS2 - making the invisible visible
The new milestone in optical evolution - UIS2. See what you never saw before and protect your cells against harmful radiation. Superb signal to noise performance and enhanced spectral range deliver maximum signal with minimum excitation power. And the once more improved chromatic aberration correction guarantees highest colour fidelity.
Slim and Rigid
Reduced to the Max without any compromise for stability. The IX2 inverted research frames are unsurpassed in compactness with concurrent rocklike stability.
Multiport Concept
No other microscope system offers you greater flexibility. The IX71/IX81 frames are equipped with several illumination and detection ports, with your specific port configurations for each microscope being possible.
Fluorescence
Olympus fluorescence illumination combined with Olympus high definition ion coated filters. Highest signal to noise performance incorporating the wavelength accuracy, edge steepness and low autofluorescence of the UIS2 HQ-fluorescence-filters offer the potential for new discoveries. Innovative fluorescence detection methods like total internal reflection fluorescence (TIRF) and the disc scanning confocal unit (DSU) expand your view to surface phenomena (TIRF) and produce life 3D images (DSU).
Contrast tailored to your needs
With the flexible and new UIS2 DIC system you can adjust the contrast to your needs. From thin to thick specimen you will surely find the right contrast in every required magnification. The Olympus Relief Contrast delivers clear 3D-like images for accurate and easy manipulation across all magnifications with optimised visualisation of cellular membranes.
Modular Motorisation
Motorisation is essential for full process automation. The Olympus modular motorisation concept allows you to choose the automation level depending on your requirements. Motorised modules for IX81 and the manual IX51/71microscopes include fluorescence and transmitted light condensers, filterwheels for illumination and observation light paths, shutters and stages. Everything controlled by a convenient hand switch or by our imaging software.
System Solutions
No matter if you just would like to archive your images, analyse multistained specimens or run automated experiments etc., the familiy of Olympus Imaging software packages has the right solution ready for you. From basic packages up to highly integrated solutions for imaging, microdissection, high content screening and more. Our field- and in-house specialists support you in finding the best solution.
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Olympus SZX16 - Research stereo zoom microscope
Key Features:
Superior resolution of 900 LP/mm
High Numerical Aperture (0.3)
Maximum magnification (230x)
Large Field of View (104.8 mm)
Long Working Distance (141 mm)
Superb fluorescence capabilities
The Olympus SZX16 is designed for advanced research and leaves other stereos in its wake with a maximum numerical aperture (NA) of 0.3, producing a superior resolution of 900 line pairs per millimetre. With such amazing resolution (and peerless magnification) you can make your work more efficient, more precise and gain much more information from your samples. The Olympus SZX16 provides a large zoom ratio of 16.4:1. With this seamless zoom ratio combined with the most comprehensive range of parfocal objectives (0.5x, 1.0x, 1.6x & 2.0x), the SZX16 can take you from a macro-view to a micro-view allowing e.g. visualisation of ultra precise details on manufactured micro devices
Key Features:
Superior resolution of 900 LP/mm
High Numerical Aperture (0.3)
Maximum magnification (230x)
Large Field of View (104.8 mm)
Long Working Distance (141 mm)
Superb fluorescence capabilities
The Olympus SZX16 is designed for advanced research and leaves other stereos in its wake with a maximum numerical aperture (NA) of 0.3, producing a superior resolution of 900 line pairs per millimetre. With such amazing resolution (and peerless magnification) you can make your work more efficient, more precise and gain much more information from your samples. The Olympus SZX16 provides a large zoom ratio of 16.4:1. With this seamless zoom ratio combined with the most comprehensive range of parfocal objectives (0.5x, 1.0x, 1.6x & 2.0x), the SZX16 can take you from a macro-view to a micro-view allowing e.g. visualisation of ultra precise details on manufactured micro devices
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Olympus MVX10 MacroView - a class of its own
Key Features:
Maximum fluorescence efficiency plus stereo observation
Excellent light transmission from near UV to near IR increases the range of usable fluorophores
Maximum specimen protection due to short exposure time
Seamless observation from 4x to125x
Long WD for observation at optimum magnification
Complete system solutions for optimised recordings
Researchers are interested in the impact of gene expression and protein function not only at the cellular level but also within whole tissues, organs and even organisms. Hence organisms like C. elegans(nematode worm), Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly), Danio rerio (zebrafish), Xenopus leavis (african clawed frog), Mus musculus (mouse) or the plant Arabidopsis thaliana (wall cress) are used as biological models for in vivo studies in a vast field of research applications. Fluorescence techniques are ideal for the observation of these organisms because they are non-destructive and can be performed over long periods.
The perfect microscope for fluorescence observation in intact organisms must combine maximum detection efficiency from lowest to highest magnifications with a high magnification zoom and high NA for the resolution of fine details within organs, tissues and even cells. The Olympus MVX10 MacroView brings both of these factors together with many other unique features to bridge the gap between macro and micro observation, providing unprecedented brightness, resolution and precision.
The Olympus MVX10 Optical Concept
Stereo microscopes have been so far the devices of choice for fluorescence observation at low magnifications. Two zoom optical paths – one for the left and one for the right eye - are the basis for the stereoscopic effect. This optical concept is disadvantageous for observation and imaging of weak fluorescence signals because every optical path gets only half of the light collected by the objective thus reducing overall intensity notably. The Olympus MVX10 MacroView employs a single, zoom optical path with large diameter, optimised for unprecedented light collecting efficiency and resolution at all magnifications. - Fluorescence from whole organisms down to the cellular level, the MVX10 sees it all.
But there is more. The MVX10 features a unique pupil division mechanism in the eye observation lightpath. Its stereoscopic effect is not as prominent as in a classical stereo microscope but suitable for many observations. So you can get both, highest light efficiency and stereo observation in one system, just by moving a slider.
Dedicated to fluorescence
All optical components in combination with the lightpath design contribute to the phenomenal fluorescence performance of the MVX10. The single-zoom optical path with a large diameter is optimised to collect light with unprecedented efficiency. Using latest technologies and new materials, the MVX10 objectives produce minimal autofluorescence. This together with very high numerical apertures results in an extremely good signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio, ensuring excellent contrast for observation of even the faintest fluorescence signals.
Fluorescence equipment
A new coating technique gives the Olympus HQ filters an exceptional edge steepness and very low autofluorescence. All the filter cubes are equipped to absorb stray light. Light collection efficiency is also maximised with an aspherical fluorescence collector, which bundles the light for minimum intensity loss.
A unique objective line
The MVX10 provides the same working distance and large field of view as stereo microscopes, but with much higher resolution due to the increased numerical apertures (NA) of the objectives. Specially designed for the MVX10, the 0,63x, 1x and 2x planapochromatic objectives produce highest image quality at all wavelenghts. All three objectives are plan-corrected for best image flatness and show high transmission to near infrared (IR) and superior chromatic aberration correction. This results in great flexibility for efficient, fast and precise fluorescence observation, screening and imaging — from low to high magnification over time.
From macro to micro
Using the 2-position revolving nosepiece with the 0.63x and 2x objectives expands the usable zoom range up to 31.
The objectives are parfocal corrected, making refocusing after objective switching very quick and easy. Only a small amount of fine focusing is necessary to return to the optimal focus position, making macro to micro changes seamless. The 2x objective is also equipped with an additional correction collar to adjust the image quality independently of the specimen medium.
Seeing is believing: tailor-made system solutions by Olympus
The Olympus imaging system solutions make sure that you always get the best possible results. Highly sensitive and dynamic cameras ensure data acquisition in shortest time and with highest fidelity. The intuitive Olympus cellSens software and the xcellence imaging system allows easy control of all functions and experimental parameters including processing and analysis of images. The systems are also capable of supporting prolonged visualisation of samples requiring careful environmental control with the addition of accessories, such as a heated stage.
Key Features:
Maximum fluorescence efficiency plus stereo observation
Excellent light transmission from near UV to near IR increases the range of usable fluorophores
Maximum specimen protection due to short exposure time
Seamless observation from 4x to125x
Long WD for observation at optimum magnification
Complete system solutions for optimised recordings
Researchers are interested in the impact of gene expression and protein function not only at the cellular level but also within whole tissues, organs and even organisms. Hence organisms like C. elegans(nematode worm), Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly), Danio rerio (zebrafish), Xenopus leavis (african clawed frog), Mus musculus (mouse) or the plant Arabidopsis thaliana (wall cress) are used as biological models for in vivo studies in a vast field of research applications. Fluorescence techniques are ideal for the observation of these organisms because they are non-destructive and can be performed over long periods.
The perfect microscope for fluorescence observation in intact organisms must combine maximum detection efficiency from lowest to highest magnifications with a high magnification zoom and high NA for the resolution of fine details within organs, tissues and even cells. The Olympus MVX10 MacroView brings both of these factors together with many other unique features to bridge the gap between macro and micro observation, providing unprecedented brightness, resolution and precision.
The Olympus MVX10 Optical Concept
Stereo microscopes have been so far the devices of choice for fluorescence observation at low magnifications. Two zoom optical paths – one for the left and one for the right eye - are the basis for the stereoscopic effect. This optical concept is disadvantageous for observation and imaging of weak fluorescence signals because every optical path gets only half of the light collected by the objective thus reducing overall intensity notably. The Olympus MVX10 MacroView employs a single, zoom optical path with large diameter, optimised for unprecedented light collecting efficiency and resolution at all magnifications. - Fluorescence from whole organisms down to the cellular level, the MVX10 sees it all.
But there is more. The MVX10 features a unique pupil division mechanism in the eye observation lightpath. Its stereoscopic effect is not as prominent as in a classical stereo microscope but suitable for many observations. So you can get both, highest light efficiency and stereo observation in one system, just by moving a slider.
Dedicated to fluorescence
All optical components in combination with the lightpath design contribute to the phenomenal fluorescence performance of the MVX10. The single-zoom optical path with a large diameter is optimised to collect light with unprecedented efficiency. Using latest technologies and new materials, the MVX10 objectives produce minimal autofluorescence. This together with very high numerical apertures results in an extremely good signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio, ensuring excellent contrast for observation of even the faintest fluorescence signals.
Fluorescence equipment
A new coating technique gives the Olympus HQ filters an exceptional edge steepness and very low autofluorescence. All the filter cubes are equipped to absorb stray light. Light collection efficiency is also maximised with an aspherical fluorescence collector, which bundles the light for minimum intensity loss.
A unique objective line
The MVX10 provides the same working distance and large field of view as stereo microscopes, but with much higher resolution due to the increased numerical apertures (NA) of the objectives. Specially designed for the MVX10, the 0,63x, 1x and 2x planapochromatic objectives produce highest image quality at all wavelenghts. All three objectives are plan-corrected for best image flatness and show high transmission to near infrared (IR) and superior chromatic aberration correction. This results in great flexibility for efficient, fast and precise fluorescence observation, screening and imaging — from low to high magnification over time.
From macro to micro
Using the 2-position revolving nosepiece with the 0.63x and 2x objectives expands the usable zoom range up to 31.
The objectives are parfocal corrected, making refocusing after objective switching very quick and easy. Only a small amount of fine focusing is necessary to return to the optimal focus position, making macro to micro changes seamless. The 2x objective is also equipped with an additional correction collar to adjust the image quality independently of the specimen medium.
Seeing is believing: tailor-made system solutions by Olympus
The Olympus imaging system solutions make sure that you always get the best possible results. Highly sensitive and dynamic cameras ensure data acquisition in shortest time and with highest fidelity. The intuitive Olympus cellSens software and the xcellence imaging system allows easy control of all functions and experimental parameters including processing and analysis of images. The systems are also capable of supporting prolonged visualisation of samples requiring careful environmental control with the addition of accessories, such as a heated stage.
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Meiji MT6000 - Biological Fluorescence Microscope
Key Features:
Computer Aided Design Frame and Optics
Ergonomically positioned controls
Comfortable Siedentopf Viewing Heads
Six Position Fluorescence Module with three filter positions included
Newly Designed Semi Apo Plan Fluor Objectives
Brightfield, Darkfield, Phase Contrast, Polarized Light and Epi-Fluorescence modes
30W Halogen transmitted Koehler + 100W Mercury Epi Module or CoolLED.
Optional Ergonomic Binocular Viewing Head available
Meiji Techno's new laboratory grade upright microscopes are the new Meiji MT6000 series biological microscopes with Epi-Fluorescence. The Meiji MT6000 series employs Meiji Techno's all new ICOS™ (Infinity Corrected Optical System) making the study of mounted specimens fast and easy while delivering an excellent cost-to-performance ratio.
The Meiji MT6000 series microscopes are configured for brightfield and epi-flourescence but can also be outfitted with optional phase contrast, polarized light and darkfield components. System modularity makes purchase and operation very affordable for colleges, universities, researchers and clinics. Also fully compatible with CoolLED LED fluorescence excitation systems.
Key Features:
Computer Aided Design Frame and Optics
Ergonomically positioned controls
Comfortable Siedentopf Viewing Heads
Six Position Fluorescence Module with three filter positions included
Newly Designed Semi Apo Plan Fluor Objectives
Brightfield, Darkfield, Phase Contrast, Polarized Light and Epi-Fluorescence modes
30W Halogen transmitted Koehler + 100W Mercury Epi Module or CoolLED.
Optional Ergonomic Binocular Viewing Head available
Meiji Techno's new laboratory grade upright microscopes are the new Meiji MT6000 series biological microscopes with Epi-Fluorescence. The Meiji MT6000 series employs Meiji Techno's all new ICOS™ (Infinity Corrected Optical System) making the study of mounted specimens fast and easy while delivering an excellent cost-to-performance ratio.
The Meiji MT6000 series microscopes are configured for brightfield and epi-flourescence but can also be outfitted with optional phase contrast, polarized light and darkfield components. System modularity makes purchase and operation very affordable for colleges, universities, researchers and clinics. Also fully compatible with CoolLED LED fluorescence excitation systems.
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Meiji Microscopes
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Viewing Head Binocular head with phototube. Siedentopf type with a beam splitter – 100% visual or 100% to the vertical phototube |
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Eyepieces WF 10x/20 eyepieces |
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Fluorescence Attachment Incident Fluorescence attachment with 100w mercury lamp, power supply, and filter sets for green and blue excitation |
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Stage Coaxial low position control mechanical stage |
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Nosepiece Quintuple revolving nosepiece |
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Planachromat Infinity Corrected Objectives Plan 4x/ NA = 0.10 Plan 10x/NA = 0.25 Plan 20x/ NA = 0.40 Plan 40x/NA = 0.65 Plan 100x/NA = 1.25 oil immersion |
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Focusing Coaxial course and fine focusing with 2µm divisions |
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Focusing Condenser Centering Abbe condenser with iris diaphragm |
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Transmitted light Illumination Built-in 6v 30w regulating halogen Kohler illumination |
Complete Outfit
Code RM-1 FL RM-1 Fluorescence microscope £2700.00
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Microtec Microscopes
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