Olympus IX70 Inverted Fluorescence Microscope with U-DICTS DIC & Planapo 60X BFP1 Objective

The Olympus IX70 Inverted Fluorescence Microscope with U-DICTS DIC Slider and PlanApo 60x BFP1 Objective is a premium research-grade inverted system configured for high-resolution DIC/Nomarski imaging and fluorescence — ideal for advanced cell biology, live imaging, and optical sectioning workflows.

• 🔬 U-DICTS shift-type DIC/Nomarski slider with IX-LWPO polarizer and IX-AN analyzer for high-contrast optical sectioning
• 🎯 PlanApo 60x/1.40 BFP1 objective — flat-field, high-NA optics optimized for fluorescence and DIC
• 💡 100W mercury fluorescence illumination with 4-cube turret and vertical illuminator
• 📷 Front and side camera ports for flexible imaging system integration
• 🧫 3-plate XY stage with right-hand controls and LWD condenser for culture vessel compatibility
• ✅ Condition: Excellent — complete with mercury bulb, halogen bulb, UV guard, instruction manual, power cords, and dust cover

🔧 Product Description

The Olympus IX70 is a highly capable inverted research microscope from Olympus's flagship IX series, and this configuration is purpose-built for demanding DIC and fluorescence applications. The U-DICTS shift-type DIC/Nomarski slider, paired with the IX-LWPO polarizer and IX-AN analyzer, delivers exceptional contrast and optical sectioning of unstained living cells — revealing subcellular structures with clarity that phase contrast cannot match. The PlanApo 60x/1.40 BFP1 objective provides flat-field, high numerical aperture imaging optimized for both DIC and fluorescence, making it the ideal choice for single-cell and subcellular studies. The 4-position fluorescence filter turret and 100W mercury vertical illuminator support multicolor fluorescence imaging, while the front and side camera ports offer flexible options for digital documentation. The 3-plate XY mechanical stage with right-hand controls and LWD condenser accommodate standard culture dishes and multi-well plates. Additional objectives and DIC prisms can be added upon request; fluorescence components can be removed if not required. This system is in excellent condition and ships complete with all accessories.

🔎 Typical Applications

• High-resolution DIC/Nomarski imaging of living cells and tissues
• Multicolor fluorescence imaging of fixed and live specimens
• Single-cell and subcellular structural analysis
• Live cell time-lapse microscopy in culture vessels
• Optical sectioning and z-stack acquisition
• Advanced cell biology and biophysics research

📊 Key Specifications

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