Olympus CK2 Inverted Phase Microscope w/stage

The Olympus CK2 Inverted Phase Contrast Microscope with XY Stage is a classic, dependable inverted system configured with a mechanical XY stage for precise specimen navigation — delivering reliable phase contrast performance and exceptional value for routine cell culture observation.

• 🔬 4x brightfield, 10x, and 20x LWD phase contrast objectives covering the core tissue culture magnification range
• 📍 XY mechanical stage for precise, repeatable specimen navigation across culture vessels and multi-well plates
• 🏗️ Inverted design providing open, unrestricted access to culture dishes, flasks, and multi-well plates
• 💡 ULWCD 0.3 N.A. condenser with phase contrast slider for high-contrast phase imaging at 10x and 20x
• ✅ Condition: Excellent — inspected and performance-verified

🔧 Product Description

The Olympus CK2 is a classic inverted phase contrast microscope with a proven track record in cell biology and tissue culture laboratories worldwide. This configuration adds an XY mechanical stage — enabling precise, repeatable specimen positioning that is essential for revisiting specific regions of interest, screening multi-well plates, and systematic field-by-field observation. Its inverted design places objectives below the stage, providing unrestricted access to culture dishes, flasks, and multi-well plates without disturbing living specimens. Three objectives cover the core tissue culture workflow: the 4x brightfield for wide-field specimen survey, 10x phase contrast for routine cell monitoring, and the 20x long working distance phase contrast objective for detailed cellular imaging through standard culture vessel walls. The ULWCD 0.3 N.A. condenser with integrated phase contrast slider delivers clean, high-contrast phase imaging at both 10x and 20x. In excellent condition, this is an outstanding value for any cell culture laboratory requiring precise stage control.

🔎 Typical Applications

• Routine cell culture monitoring and confluency assessment
• Systematic multi-well plate screening with XY stage control
• 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
• Teaching and training in cell biology and tissue culture techniques

📊 Key Specifications

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