Motic AE2000 Trinocular

Magnification Range

Objectives: 4X/0.10, Ph 10X/0.25, LWD Ph 20X/0.30, LWD 40X/0.50; Eyepieces: N-WF 10X/20mm (standard), 12.5X/18, 15X/16 (optional)

Numerical Aperture (NA)

Objectives: 0.10 (4X), 0.25 (10X), 0.30 (LWD 20X), 0.50 (LWD 40X); Condensers: 0.30 (std), 0.5 & 0.4 (optional)

Resolution

Fine focus precision 2μm; Optical resolution not specified

Field of View (FOV)

Widefield N-WF 10X/20mm eyepiece; actual FOV not specified

Depth of Field

Not specified

Contrast Methods

Brightfield, Phase Contrast (standard); Relief contrast optional

Optical System Type

CCIS® (Colour Corrected Infinity Optical System)

Motorized Components

None

Automated Imaging Sequences

None

Software for Image Analysis

Moticam software enables analysis; AI analysis software available

Remote Operation Capability

Wireless Moticam models controllable via tablet/smartphone using MotiConnect App

Data Export Formats

Not specified

Integration with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Not specified

Ergonomic Design

45° viewing angle; interpupillary distance 48-75mm; butterfly mode increases height by 60mm

Modular Expandability

Flexible optical concept; many optional accessories and configurations

Maintenance Requirements

Anti-fungus treatment; Auto ON/OFF via IR sensor for energy saving

Power Supply Specifications

110-240V (CE)

Product Series

AE2000 part of Motic’s broad product line including compound, stereo, industrial microscopes, digital pathology

Technical Support Availability

Contact info for Asia, Canada, Germany, Spain; product registration, warranty, software download, FAQ

Zeiss AxioExaminer

Magnification Range

Push&Click optovar (1.25x, 1.6x, 2.5x), 4-position changer (0.5x to 5x), Zoom tube (0.5x–4x)

Numerical Aperture (NA)

High NA; 1.2 W water immersion condenser; high-end W Plan-APOCHROMAT objectives

Resolution

Improved with Dodt Gradient Contrast; motorized z-drive (25 nm step, ±50 nm reproducibility); LSM 710 (3 nm spectral)

Field of View (FOV)

Not specified

Depth of Field

75 mm parfocal length objective; stable focus over large z-range; good for deep tissue imaging

Contrast Methods

Oblique illumination, DIC (Sénarmont), Dodt Gradient Contrast (VIS & IR)

Optical System Type

Fixed-stage upright; ICS optics; 75 mm parfocal length (D1, Z1); supports 45 mm objectives with adapter

Motorized Components

Motorized lower body (z-drive, shutter, condenser focus); motorized upper body Z1 (turret, shutter)

Automated Imaging Sequences

AxioVision for multichannel, time-lapse, Z-stacks; LSM 710 Smart Setup

Software for Image Analysis

AxioVision (time series, ratiometric), Physiology module, Dual Camera module, image correlation spectroscopy

Remote Operation Capability

Remote via keyrings, docking station, AxioVision software

Data Export Formats

ZVI image format; others not specified

Integration with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Not specified

Ergonomic Design

Controls positioned at front for easy access without disturbing experiments

Modular Expandability

Modular design; removable carriers; software expandable; flexible laser upgrades

Maintenance Requirements

Aquastop protection; motors auto off; active grounding

Power Supply Specifications

Not specified

Product Series

Axio Examiner A1, D1, Z1

Technical Support Availability

Service & Support available; details not specified

Thermo Fisher Scientific Axia ChemiSEM

Magnification Range

5× to 1,000,000×

Numerical Aperture (NA)

Not specified

Resolution

3.0–10.0 nm (varies by kV and mode)

Field of View (FOV)

Large FOV, e.g., 106 µm at 1200×

Depth of Field

Not specified

Contrast Methods

SE, BSE, ChemiSEM, BD mode

Optical System Type

Thermal emission SEM, tetrode source, 45° objective lens

Motorized Components

Motorized stage, BSE detector, Z-axis

Automated Imaging Sequences

AutoScript 4, Maps Software, montage mode

Software for Image Analysis

TopoMaps, ChemiView, ChemiPhase, Perception

Remote Operation Capability

Optional remote software, RAPID™ support

Data Export Formats

TIFF, JPEG, BMP

Integration with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Not specified

Ergonomic Design

Easy loading, customizable GUI, user guidance

Modular Expandability

5 ports, accessory & detector options

Maintenance Requirements

Easy source exchange, auto alignments, global support

Power Supply Specifications

100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, <2.0 kVA

Product Series

Thermo Scientific Axia ChemiSEM

Technical Support Availability

Global support, video/manual guidance, 1-year warranty