The IN480T-FL is our top-of-the-line inverted epi-fluorescence microscope, accommodating diverse observation methods including brightfield, phase-contrast, and epi-fluorescence. The inverted form and modular stage design allow for a wide range of specimen mounts and containers. A wide range of customizations in the Koehler transmitted illumination system provide flexibility and precise control to allow you to achieve optimal results. The reliable and intuitive design ensure you will spend more time focused on your research.

Optics

The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. Five brightfield objective lenses provide a wide magnification range from 40X to 600X, with plan-achromatic corrections for high resolution, accurate colors, and edge-to-edge sharpness. Additionally, three phase-ring equipped objective lenses can be used for phase-contrast observation.

Viewing Head

The viewing head has a 45&deg incline and Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment for flexibility and comfort. The CX series photo-port uses interchangeable camera mounts to support a variety of imaging solutions. The included 23mm tube mount accommodates our huge selection of microscopy cameras with 23mm reduction lenses. Several optional mounting adapters are available for C-mount cameras, including mounts with integrated reduction to optimize field-of-view based on sensor formats. The viewing platform is equipped with a sliding shutter to isolate the light path when using a camera, avoiding stray light from the oculars.

Koehler Transmitted Illumination

The Koehler transmitted illumination system consists of a centerable 30W halogen lamp, a field lens with iris, and a centerable, height-adjustable condenser with iris. This allows for highly-efficient, optimized illumination for maximum resolution and contrast. The swing-out condenser mount allows the entire condenser assembly to be laterally rotated out of the way for easier specimen placement, and for larger containers. A slide-in annulus board provides two centerable phase-contrast annuli, as well as an open setting for brightfield or for use with colored filters for band-isolation or color-correction.

Epi-fluorescence Illumination

A 100W mercury-vapor episcopic illuminator provides wide-spectrum lighting for fluorescence excitation. Two filter blocks can be mounted and alternated during observation. Blue and green excitation blocks are included to cover a wide range of common fluorophores.