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IX81

The inverted motorised research microscope

The IX81 inverted research microscope with advanced UIS2 objectives provides the highest standards of observation and functional operation for research applications, and not only in live cell imaging. A flexible modular automation system enables adaptation for different research purposes through the addition of motorised modules such as condensers, filter wheels, shutters and stages, all of which are controlled by a hand switch or Olympus imaging software. The range of experimental protocols possible is expanded by the flexible multiport concept, which facilitates highly customised configurations.

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Live cell imaging solutions

Olympus cellSens imaging software packages enable archiving, the analysis of multistained specimens and semi-automated experiments with live cells. Basic and integrated solutions are available for time-lapse imaging, multiple image alignment, high content screening and more.

Modular automation

Modular automationzoom

The fully automatable IX81 has an integrated motorised high-precision Z-drive, motorised nosepiece, motorised lightpath changer and programmable frame keys. Additional motorised modules include condensers, filter wheels, shutters and stages, all of which are controlled by a hand switch or Olympus software.

Dedicated to fluorescence

Olympus multiple fluorescence illumination systems and high-definition ion coated filters provide the highest signal-to-noise performance. The wavelength accuracy, edge steepness and low autofluorescence of the HQ fluorescence filters reveal more detail. Innovative fluorescence detection methods and the disc scanning confocal unit expand the view of surface phenomena and produce live 3D images.

Multiport concept

No other microscope system offers greater flexibility. The IX71 and IX81 microscope frames are designed as an optical bench and are equipped with several illumination and detection ports to enable versatile port configurations for a variety of experimental techniques.

Slim and rigid

The IX2 inverted research frames are unsurpassed in compactness without any compromise to their rock-like stability.

UIS2 - Making the invisible visible

UIS2 - Making the invisible visiblezoom

The UIS2 objective series reveals previously unseen details and protects cells from harmful radiation. Superb signal-to-noise performance in an enhanced spectral range delivers maximum signal with minimum excitation power. All contrast techniques for living cells can be selected, including pre-centred phase contrast and relief contrast for accurate and clear, 3D-like images. The flexible UIS2 DIC enables contrast adjustment for thin and thick specimens at every magnification.

Fully motorised advanced microscopy

The IX81 provides the highest standards of observation and functional operation as well as the performance required for accurate research applications. The motorised system can be adapted for different research purposes and provides excellent, customisable solutions for imaging, analysis and manipulation.

Microscope bodyOptical systemUIS2
 FocusVertical movement: 9 mm stroke with upper limit stopper, coaxial coarse and fine focusing knobs are directly connected to encoder (minimum fine focus graduation: 1 µm, full rotation of fine focusing knobs: 100 µm)
 Primary image portLower branch: Left side port: S1F 100%.
Upper branch: Optional right side port or upper back port selectable when built-in magnification changer 1X/1.6X is replaced (2-step light path selection)
 Frontal operationLight path selector button, transmitted light intensity control buttons and light ON/OFF switch button, fine/coarse selector button, TTL pulse control (auxiliary) buttons
Revolving nosepiece Sextuple motorised with objective lens retraction in PC mode, simple waterproof mechanism incorporated
Transmitted light illuminator 100 W halogen lamp
  Illumination pillar tilt mechanism with 30° inclination angle and vibration-reducing mechanism
  Condenser holder with 50 mm stroke included, swing-in/out mechanism
  Field iris diaphragm adjustable
  4 filter holders (ø45 mm, t = 6 mm or less)
Observation TubeWidefield (FN22)Widefield tilting binocular, inclined 35–85°, eyepoint height range: 406 mm–471mm, interpupillary distance adjustable between 50–76 mm, dioptre adjustment function, erect image
  Widefield binocular, with centring telescope, inclined 90°, interpupillary distance adjustable 50–76 mm, dioptre adjustment function
  Widefield binocular, inclined 90°, interpupillary distance adjustable 50–76 mm, dioptre adjustment function
  Widefield trinocular, inclined 30°, 3-step optical path selectable (100:0, 20:80, 0:100), interpupillary distance adjustable 50–76 mm, dioptre adjustment function
Stage Ceramic-coated coaxial stage with right-hand drive control, 50 mm (X) x 50 mm (Y) stroke, stage insert plate exchangeable (ø 110 mm)
  Ceramic-coated coaxial stage with short left handle, 50 mm (X) x 43 mm (Y) stroke, stage insert plate exchangeable (ø 110 mm)
  Ceramic-coated plain stage, 232 mm (X) x 240 mm (Y) stage size, stage insert plate exchangeable (ø 110 mm)
  Specimen guide to be used with plain stage, 130 mm (X) x 85 mm (Y) stroke
  Ceramic-coated narrow plain stage, 160 mm (X) x 240 mm (Y) stage size, stage insert plate exchangeable (ø 110 mm)
  Specimen guide to be used with narrow plain stage, 120 mm (X) x 78 mm (Y) stroke
  Ceramic-coated upper circular stage, 360° rotatable, 20 mm (X/Y) travel
Condenser Universal, 8 positions for optical devices (5 positions for ø 30 mm, 3 positions for ø 30 mm), aperture iris diaphragm adjustable, with dry front lens NA 0.9/WD 1.5, with oil immersion front lens NA 1.4/WD 0.6
  Long universal working distance, 5 positions for optical devices (3 positions for ø 30 mm and 2 positions for ø 38 mm), aperture iris diaphragm adjustable, NA 0.55/WD 27 mm
  Long working distance relief contrast, 4 positions for optical devices (for ø 50 mm, relief contrast optical devices rotatable), aperture iris diaphragm adjustable, NA 0.5/WD 45 mm
  Ultra long working distance phase contrast, 4 positions for optical devices (for ø 29 mm), aperture iris diaphragm adjustable, NA 0.3/WD 73 mm
  DIC, single position for optical device (include 2 optical device holders), 40° injection pipette or electrode insertion angle, aperture iris diaphragm adjustable, with water immersion front lens NA 0.9/WD 3.7 mm, with dry front lens NA 0.9/WD 1.5, with oil immersion front lens NA 1.4/WD 0.6
  Motorised universal long working distance, 6 positions for optical devices (3 positions for ø 30 mm and 2 position for ø 38 mm), aperture iris diaphragm adjustable, NA 0.55/WD 27 mm
Reflected light fluorescence unit L-shaped fluorescence illuminator, exchangeable F.S. and A.S. modules, 2 filter holder sliders (2 positions, ø 32 mm, t = 6 mm or less)
  Straight fluorescence illuminator with field iris diaphragm, filter holder slider (2 positions, ø 32 mm, t = 6 mm or less)
  Fluorescence cube turret, 6 positions in a rotating turret, built-in shutter
  Fast motorised turret, 6 positions, built-in shutter, switching speed ≤300 ms, requires xcellence or cellSens software
  100 W Hg lamp housing and transformer, or 75 W Xe lamp housing and transformer
  Motorised turret with 6 positions, built-in shutter

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