Olympus CKX41 Inverted Phase Contrast Microscope

The Olympus CKX41 Inverted Phase Contrast Tissue Culture Microscope is a compact, reliable inverted system built for routine cell culture observation — featuring Olympus UIS2 optics and LWD phase contrast objectives for high-contrast imaging of living cells, configured here in a streamlined 3-objective setup.

• 🔬 4x brightfield, 10x, and 20x LWD phase contrast objectives for wide-field survey through detailed cell culture imaging
• 📷 Trinocular head with camera port for simultaneous observation and digital documentation
• 🧬 UIS2 optical system for high-contrast, sharp phase contrast imaging
• 📍 High-angle tilting head for ergonomic, comfortable viewing during routine cell checks
• ✅ Condition: Refurbished — includes power cord

🔧 Product Description

The Olympus CKX41 is a purpose-built inverted microscope for cell culture observation, combining a compact footprint with the optical performance of Olympus's Universal Infinity System 2 (UIS2) optics. Its inverted design provides open, unrestricted access to culture dishes, flasks, and multi-well plates without disturbing living specimens. This configuration features three objectives: the 4x brightfield for wide-field specimen survey, and 10x and 20x long working distance phase contrast objectives for high-contrast imaging of unstained cells through standard culture vessel walls. The high-angle tilting trinocular head is ergonomically designed for comfortable routine visual checks, while the camera port enables straightforward digital documentation. UIS2 optics ensure sharp, high-contrast images across all magnifications. This is an excellent entry-level or secondary-station inverted microscope at a competitive price point. This unit has been professionally refurbished and ships with a power cord, ready for immediate use.

🔎 Typical Applications

• Routine cell culture monitoring and confluency assessment
• Cell viability and morphology observation
• Phase contrast imaging of unstained cells in flasks, dishes, and multi-well plates
• Stem cell and primary cell culture observation
• Secondary or satellite station inverted microscopy
• Digital documentation via trinocular camera port

📊 Key Specifications

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