Light Microscopy Products & Reviews

For the Cultivation, Staining and Microscopy of Cells

The iCys® Research Imaging Cytometer combines the technological advances of the existing LSC and iCyte instruments, providing the ability to visualize the specimen through microscope optics or with a digital camera. The combination of analytic software advances with microscope features provides the iCys with a unique mode of analysis. Once scanning and analysis are completed, the microscope stage may be automatically moved to…

The XploRA™ is a new concept in Raman microscopy, bringing Raman chemical identification directly to your microscope. The XploRA can be coupled to both upright and inverted microscopes, allowing analysis of all sample types, ranging from semiconductors and nano-materials, through to biological cells and tissues. The system provides the established performance of HORIBA Scientific Raman microscopes at a surprising price. Combin…

Fitting neatly under a microscope, the VGI provides programmable, full scale (0 – 95%) relative humidity (RH) control of the environment around the sample, enabling optical, FTIR or Raman microscopy data to be collected from samples under easily and accurately reproducible conditions of humidity and temperature.  Surface Measurement Systems’ proven dynamic vapour generation process enhances the equilibration times to the scale…

The Shandon Varistain Gemini Slide Stainer is designed for high throughput, precision, safety, durability and ultimate flexibility in histology and cytology staining applications. It features load-on-demand multiple baskets and programs, power outage backup and built in fume control to make staining easier, faster and safer. With the touch of a single button, the software schedules runs, allocates reagents, optimizes the reage…

Research and clinical upright microscopes that support research in the fields of biological science and medicine, with excellent optical performance and high system expandability that can be equipped with motorized accessories.

The pE-100 is a dedicated single-wavelength LED illuminator designed for use in fluorescence applications. You can select from CoolLED’s extensive range of LED wavelengths. There is also a white option for general illumination which can be fitted to the transmitted port of the microscope. The pE-100 fits most current microscopes. Each unit comprises an LED head with specified fitting to your microscope, a control pod with BNC…

The histo knife is designed for the sectioning of hard and soft biological and material research specimens, non embedded or embedded in acrylic or epoxy resins. (Ref. Reymond). Our histo knives can be used on all ultramicrotomes as well as on microtomes with a retraction of the specimen arm in the return phase. Our histo cryo knives are delivered with a boat for wet sectioning using a DMSO/water mixture or in triangular holder…

Comfortable, compact, clever

Large Depth-of-field & Super Resolution Imaging • Large depth-of-field • 0.1x - 5,000x magnification range • 360 degree observation • 2D/3D imaging and measurement capability, including automated measurement tools • Motorised XYZ control • High-speed image stitching • Super Resolution imaging mode • High Dynamic Range [HDR] • Depth composition function for full-focus imaging • 54 megapixel 3CCD camera

The BX46 fixed stage upright microscope is specifically designed to meet the ergonomic challenges of repetitive, routine microscopy.

Illumination system

The Spotlight 150 IR microscope system is the ideal choice for Analytical Services Laboratories, production troubleshooting, forensics and academic environments which demand highest performance high sensitivity IR microscopy combined with simple, reproducible operation. Based on the acclaimed Spotlight IR optical platform employed in hundreds of laboratories worldwide, the 150 embodies the same no-compromise approach to IR mi…

The modular BX43 microscope offers an outstanding range of features, high optical performance and is the ideal platform for digital imaging. 

The SZX16 stereomicroscope is designed for advanced research and is suitable for oblique and brightfield illumination. The large zoom ratio of 16.4:1, combined with the comprehensive range of parfocal objectives allows easy switching between a macro- and micro-view.

Affordable model with 8:1 zoom ratio, streamlined operation and robust performance.

World’s first direct-mounted metal-halide light source for fluorescence imaging. A low-cost, high-power and ultrastable direct-mounted metal halide light source. No liquid light guides; mounts directly to your microscope. Powerful white light source offers high UV output, no flickering and small footprint. Best for routine fluorescence, FISH and other clinical applications.   Features: NO Liquid Light Guide Requ…

The Next Generation FLUOVIEW for the Next Revolutions in Science

AFM Raman and TERS made easy!

Livecyte is a live cell analysis system combining exceptionally high contrast time-lapse videos with automated analysis to provide a complete live cell assay solution.

The Phasefocus Virtual Lens® provides non-toxic phenotypic screening for live cells, enabling long-term time-lapse assays without the need for fluorescent labels.  This is an important consideration for the screening of sensitive primary cells, and stem cells.

High-affinity F-actin probe conjugated to photostable, green-fluorescent Alexa Fluor 488 dye

Green fluorescent mitochondrial stain for live cells

High purity, room temperature stable form of DAPI