Olympus SZX2-CBFL Bright Field Low Contrast Cartridge for SZX2-ILLTQ

The Olympus SZX2-CBFL is the bright field low contrast cartridge designed exclusively for the SZX2-ILLTQ transmitted illumination base. Within the SZX2 bright field cartridge range, the low contrast variant reduces the intensity differential between light and dark regions of the specimen — producing a softer, more evenly toned image that faithfully renders natural color and subtle tonal gradations. This makes it the preferred choice when standard or high contrast bright field illumination produces an overly harsh or blown-out image, particularly with brightly pigmented, highly transparent, or photosensitive specimens. Installation is tool-free: the cartridge drops directly into the SZX2-ILLTQ cartridge port and can be swapped with other SZX2 contrast cartridges in seconds. Built to Olympus factory specifications, the SZX2-CBFL ensures consistent optical performance and a guaranteed fit with no realignment required.