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Refi ned cube-shape design for space-saving and a durable body for high vibration resistance
Inverted Metallurgical Microscope ECLIPSE MA200 (Launched in October 2008)
The ECLIPSE MA200 is an industrial microscope used for microstruc-
tural observation, evaluation and analysis of industrial materials such as
metals, ceramics and polymers, as well as for visual inspection of such
components as IC chips and magnetic heads. It is used in a wide range
of fi elds, including R&D and inspection and quality assurance divisions
in the automotive and materials-related industries.
The innovative design of the ECLIPSE MA200 has radically altered
the image of an inverted microscope. Together with space-saving and
a durable construction, Nikon’s system has a stage located on the front
and right-hand side of the body for enhanced visibility of the objective
lens and sample location. The infi nity corrected optical system CF160
provides for advanced examination by offering a clear, high-contrast
brightfi eld image, along with a darkfi eld image three times brighter
than previous models. In addition to ordinary observation, the system
enables integrated handling of digitized images, such as creation of
an image with a wider fi eld by using the stitching function in the NIS-
Elements imaging software to link image data from adjoining sectors.
High-quality imaging of intracellular biological processes,
for cutting-edge research Confocal Microscope A1 Series
Confocal Microscope A1 Serie
s
(Launched in February 2008)
The A1 series is a confocal microscope system capable of
capturing high-speed, high-resolution images of cells and
molecular events. As demonstrated by the recent and widely
publicized success in development of a method of creating
induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells, applications for cell
manipulation are expanding rapidly in regenerative medicine
and other fi elds. Consequently, there is a growing need to easily examine and analyze the morphology and alteration
of cells, as well as the interactions among molecules within cells.
Nikon’s top-end confocal microscope A1 Series allows for accurate capturing of the high-speed, long-term changes
occurring within cells and producing high-quality images. Offering enhanced basic functions, full automation and a
variety of optional functions, the A1 Series meets a wide range of needs for the cutting-edge research in biological and
biomedical fi elds conducted at research institutions and university facilities.
Product Spotlight
Instruments Company
Inverted Metallurgical Microscope
ECLIPSE MA200
Confocal Microscope A1
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