Biological Microscopes

Pre-centered phase contrast slider for quick, adjustment-free observation

With the pre-centered phase contrast slider, there is no need to repeat centering each time the objective magnification is changed. Likewise, ring slit exchange when swapping between objectives is also unnecessary, since the ring slit is standardized for 10X, 20X and 40X magnifications. The CKX series makes phase contrast observations quick and easy, without optical adjustments, for much more efficient performance of routine tasks. Since the phase plate transmission rates are dictated by the objective in use, the brightness remains constant even when the magnification is changed.

* The IX2-SL with centering mechanism enables maximized phase contrast performance with precise optical adjustments.

Slim, compact design takes up minimum laboratory space

The slim, compact design minimizes the depth of the microscope, allowing easy installation right beside the incubator or clean bench. Specimens can be taken and immediately set on the microscope stage for quick, efficient inspection.

Tilting binocular tube for observation while standing

The binocular tube has a 30-60 degree tilting mechanism to let the researcher make observations while standing. The specimen is removed from the incubator and placed straight onto the microscope stage, so that cell checking can be done immediately. "Quick observation, quick return" - that's the new style of routine inspection made possible by Olympus.

Easy observation at the clean bench

The tilting binocular tube combination makes it unnecessary for researchers to adopt uncomfortable postures like lowering their face to the inside of the clean bench. Simply observe down the tube while working, and raise the tube afterwards: this method is much more convenient, since the clean bench can be opened/closed without moving the microscope.

High-resolution relief contrast with N.A.0.5: thick specimens like egg cells can be observed in three dimensions

Olympus' relief contrast maintains the same shadow direction even if the magnification is changed. The two-stage exchange slider uses a common aperture for 20X and 40X magnifications, so exchange between 10X/20X and 10X/40X is performed quickly. The same feature enables easy optical adjustment: by simply using the lever, the contrast can be changed while centering is being performed.

Vertical installation avoids interference with manipulators

Vertical installation helps the user to avoid accidentally touching the manipulators while operating the slider or making optical adjustments.

Fluorescence observation system with tree-position allows the use of U excitation.

Adopted renowned UIS2 optics, this system provides B and G excitations and optionally U excitation as well. All three can be provided simultaneously, with quick, easy exchange among them. Many different UIS2 filters can also be installed, according to requirements, enabling this system to meet a wide range of fluorescence observations needs. Also, thanks to newly developed fluorescent illuminator, which secured UV transmission rate, and a variety of UIS2 fluorescent objectives, clear and high contrast fluorescent images are provided.

Suitable for hemacytometer holder and other kinds of micro-plate

The mechanical stage offers excellent inspection performance with hemacytometer holders or other microplates.

Glass stage insert plate and warm plate

Also included are a glass stage insert plate, for simple confirmation of the objective in use, and a warm plate for easy temperature control (CKX41 only).