Light Microscopy Products & Reviews
Light microscopes or optical microscopes are used to visualize microscale objects under magnification, including cells, clinical specimens and materials. Lab equipment for light microscopy includes confocal microscopes, fluorescence microscopes, zoom and stereo microscopes. Microscope slides and imaging reagents are available for visualizing samples, as well as various microscope stages and incubators for large or temperature-sensitive samples. Find the best light microscopes in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.
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Cell Organelle Toolbox
Chromotek GmbHBeing able to visualize endogenous cellular structures in live cells is key for many high content analyses. The two Chromobodies® of the ChromoTek’s Cell Organelle Toolbox offer a new way to investigate key compartments of the cell non-invasively. Lamin-Chromobody® The new Lamin-Chromobody® is a major breakthrough especially in High-Content Analysis (HCA) as apoptosis assays thus far rely on static endpoint assays. The nucle…
Visitron TIRF system
Photon Lines LtdThe VisiTIRF Fluorescence Imaging System from Visitron Systems is the ideal solution for the analysis of finest structures or surfaces. The flexibility of the VisiTIRF system and the use of scientific digital CCD camera systems with optimal resolution, speed and sensitivity allows for the adaptation of customized application and configuration. For fluorescence illumination Visitron use solid state lasers or laser diodes . The…
Micro-Incubation System (DH-40iL)
Warner Instrument Corp.The DH-40iL Microincubator is designed for imaging live cells under constant temperature and atmospheric conditions. This versatile incubation system enables high resolution image analysis, fluorescence microscopy, and time-lapse imaging studies while accommodating both upright and inverted microscopes. Designed to provide complete environment control for either the Series 40 open bath chambers or 35 mm cell culture dishes. E…
Bold Line Top Stage Incubator H301
OkolabThe Bold Line Top Stage Incubator H301 is the latest release from OKOLAB in terms of Top Stage incubation. It delivers superior temperature stability, humidity, CO2 and Oxygen control in a fully integrated fashion. The Bold Line Top Stage Incubator H301 Equipment: Incubating Chamber: fits in the microscope stage and holds the specimen. It is equipped with heated glass lid and Temperature and Humidity sensors. T Unit: Bo…
Water Jacket Top Stage Incubator H101
OkolabThe Water Jacket Incubator provides superior incubation stability above and below room temperature. Water is pumped from a water bath into the base plate and into the lid, which are both Water Jackets. Temperature Control Mechanism Temperature is directly measured inside a reference Petri-dish and is controlled by circulating water from a water bath into the Water Jacket Chamber. The Temeprature Controller reads the temperatur…
UNO-PLUS
OkolabUNO-PLUS All-in-one single specimen incubator with the size of a Multi Well plate. UNO-PLUS Features: All-in-one temperature/humidity/CO2 incubator Top Stage Incubator with the footprint of a Multi Well Plate Fits in any XY stage, with the additon of the Multi Well Plate holder (supplied by the stage manufacturer or by Okolab) Specimen holders for #1 35mm dish, #1 glass slide or #1 chambered coverglass Heated Glass Cov…
Olympus – Silicone immersion objective for distortion free live cell imaging
EVIDENTThe ideal objective for high quality distortion−free imaging in live cells and tissues – brighter images, accurate 3D morphology
Objective Heater
OkolabThe Okolab Objective Heater is made by a flexible heating collar with a built in temperature sensor, which can be easily fastened around the objective with the supplied Velcro tape. The heating collar can be controlled by a Top Stage Bold Line Temperature controller, by UNO or by the Okolab Stand Alone Temperature Controller. Okolab Objective Heater Features: Temperature controlled rubber band Easy to place around the ob…
T Glass Plate
OkolabThe T Glass Plate - Round Transparent and flat surface at controlled temperature for Inverted Microscopes The T Glass Plate fits into the microscope XY stages with circular opening and provides a transparent and flat surface at controlled temperature. The combined action of the conductive glass with built in temperature sensor and of the state-of-the-art PID controller with 3.2’’ touch screen and advanced calibration routine e…
T Glass Table
OkolabT Glass Table provides a transparent and flat surface at controlled temperature. It can be placed in the optical path of any stereo microscope to provide a large, flat, clear, warm surface where several specimens can be maintained at physiological temperature. The combined action of the conductive glass with built in temperature sensor and of the state-of-the-art PID controller with 3.2’’ touch screen and advanced calibration…
Metal T Plate
OkolabMetal T Plate is a one-button solution for temperature control. Ideal to warm up the specimen during experiments lasting from minutes to hours where humidity and CO2 control are not required. It fits into the microscope stages with 110x160 mm opening. The combined action of the metal plate with built in temperature sensor and of the state-of-the-art PID controller with 3.2’’ touch screen and advanced calibration routine ensure…
BA210 Series - Basic Biological Microscope
Motic EuropeThe BA210 Series is designed for both educational and teaching environments from basic life sciences to medical applications. Through the Motic Infinity Optics (CCIS®), the BA210 Series delivers a new higher level of performance in education and training. Contrast methods like Phase Contrast, Polarization and Dark field are easily performed by using optional accessories. BA210 Series - Basic Biological Microscope Features:…
BA310 Series - Advanced Upright Microscope
Motic EuropeThe BA310 Series is designed for the rigors of daily routine work in the demanding applications of Universities, Clinics, Laboratories and many other life science or medical applications requiring quality optical performance. This model´s full Koehler configuration provides maximum illumination quality for even the most demanding samples. Additional contrast methods like Phase contrast, Polarization and Dark field and discussi…
BA410 Series - Clinical & Lab Microscope Platform
Motic EuropeThe BA410 Series offers true professional quality with a full complement of accessories. The EC-H objectives offer perfect field flatness over the entire 22mm field of view, superior colour reproduction and enhanced contrast. Contrast techniques as Phase contrast, Polarization, Dark field and Epi-Fluorescence can be performed by using the respective accessories. Furthermore the BA410 Series offers the possibility to upgrade to…
BA310 POL Series - Advanced Polarization Microscope
Motic EuropeThe BA310 POL Series is designed for the examination of birefringent samples from petrography and mineralogy, and can also be used for the synthetic materials industry where repeatable observations can be performed with efficiency and reliability. The BA310 POL Series also works especially well in Educational applications of material professions, where affordability and ease-of-use are key requirements. BA310 POL Series - Adva…
BA310MET Series - Advanced Metallurgical Microscopes
Motic EuropeMotic is pleased to introduce the new BA310MET series, an affordable and powerful Metallurgical microscope line of robust Incident light microscopes.Now Industrial quality control can be performed for all opaque materials like minerals and metal samples with ease and efficiency. Also, the BA310MET Series performs well in Educational environments of engineering and material professions, where affordability and ease-of-use are k…
AE2000 Series - Routine and Live Cell Microscope Solution
Motic EuropeMotic´s new AE2000 Series Inverted Microscope is the ideal instrument for routine live cell inspection in both educational and high grade professional applications.The uniquely integrated feature Auto cut-off mode (“sleep mode”) is focused on enhancing its performance during the rigors of daily use.Designed for routine-lab or clinical work, as well as research requirements in Pharmaceutical Laboratories or Universities, the AE…
AE30 Series - Upgradeable Live Cell Microscope Platform
Motic EuropeWith the introduction of its premium AE30 Series of Inverted Microscopes, Motic joined the group of manufacturers capable of providing High-End optics, ergonomic design and craftsmanship as well as durable product quality. Motic doing so, however, all at an affordable price point. The AE30 Series quickly became the perfect solution for all kind of routine microbiological work in clinical and pharmaceutical laboratories as well…
SMZ140 Series - Basic Stereo Microscope
Motic EuropeSMZ10 Series - Basic Stereo Microscope - Make use of the convenience and versatility of seeing a large image at 10X magnification, then zooming continuously to close-up details at 40X… or any point in between. The SMZ140 Series offer a high optical performance combined with a complete range of stands and illumination systems. SMZ140 Series - Basic Stereo Microscope Features: Zoom objective 1X – 4X Click stops for precise…
SMZ168 Series - Versatile Stereo Microscope Solution
Motic EuropeSMZ168 Series - Designed for a wide range of biological and material science applications. The SMZ168’s optical quality and versatile accessories will satisfy the most demanding user applications in both routine and research fields. From industrial quality control to biological preparation work, the SMZ168 is a durable workhorse model ready for a variety of applications.Its Greenough optical system comes with a large zoom ra…
SMZ161 Series - Basic Stereo Microscope
Motic EuropeMotic’s new SMZ161 Series - Stereo Zoom Microscope joins the widespread success of the SMZ Stereo family by introducing light ESD material components as well as a new, improved LED illumination options. Convincing optical performance, combined with a small footprint and robust mechanics, makes the SMZ161 the ideal stereo microscope for teaching situations in High Schools and Universities. Optional ESD versions convert the SMZ1…