Nikon 55i Phase Contrast Microscope - Portable

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SKU: NIKON-55i

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Nikon Eclipse 55i Phase Contrast Microscope — Trinocular | Portable EN-EL1 Battery | Plan Phase 10X/20X/40X | Refurbished

KEY FEATURES

  • Portable battery operation via rechargeable EN-EL1 — use anywhere without mains electricity
  • Phase contrast imaging with Plan Phase 10X, 20X, and 40X objectives included
  • Trinocular head for camera or imaging system attachment
  • Research-grade Nikon Eclipse 55i platform with ergonomic design and precise focusing
  • Excellent refurbished condition — fully serviced, cleaned, and optically verified
  • Made in Japan to Nikon's exacting optical and mechanical standards
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Product Overview

The Nikon Eclipse 55i is a research-grade upright biological microscope configured for phase contrast imaging with portable battery operation. Includes Plan Phase 10X, 20X, and 40X objectives and a trinocular head for camera attachment. The rechargeable EN-EL1 battery replaces the power cord, enabling use anywhere without mains electricity — ideal for field work, mobile labs, and remote sites. Professionally refurbished to excellent condition. SKU: NIKON-55i.

Technical Specifications

Model Nikon Eclipse 55i
Head Trinocular
Objectives Included Plan Phase 10X, Plan Phase 20X, Plan Phase 40X
Contrast Method Phase Contrast
Portable Operation Rechargeable EN-EL1 battery (replaces power cord)
Illumination Built-in transmitted light illuminator
Focus Coaxial coarse/fine focus
SKU NIKON-55i
Condition Excellent — Refurbished
Country of Origin Japan

Microscope Compatibility

Nikon Plan Phase 10X, 20X, 40X objectives (included)
Nikon Plan Phase 100X oil immersion objective (optional)
Nikon CF160 infinity-corrected objective series
Nikon DS-series digital cameras (via trinocular port and C-mount adapter)
Nikon EN-EL1 rechargeable battery for portable operation
Standard C-mount cameras and imaging systems
Nikon Eclipse 55i stage inserts and accessories

Typical Applications

Phase contrast imaging of living and unstained cells
Cell culture monitoring and viability assessment
Microbiology and bacteriology
Clinical and veterinary diagnostics
Field microscopy and remote site work
Teaching and educational demonstrations
Photomicrography and live cell imaging via trinocular port
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    Ideal for labs using multiple microscope platforms

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