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Olympus U-CTBI Ergonomic CX Microscope Head

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SKU: U-CTBI

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🔬 Olympus U-CTBI ergonomic tilting binocular head for Olympus CX series upright microscopes
Tilting eyepiece design — adjustable viewing angle reduces neck and back strain during extended microscope sessions
🎯 23mm eyetubes — accepts standard 23mm eyepieces for compatibility with the full range of Olympus CX series eyepiece accessories
🏭 Made in Japan by Olympus — guaranteed OEM fit and optical quality on CX series platforms
SKU U-CTBI — new condition


🔧 Product Description

The Olympus U-CTBI is an ergonomic tilting binocular observation head for Olympus CX series upright microscopes. Standard binocular heads present the eyepieces at a fixed angle that requires the user to lean forward and look downward — a posture that places sustained strain on the neck, shoulders, and upper back during long observation sessions. The U-CTBI addresses this with a tilting eyepiece mechanism that allows the user to adjust the viewing angle to find the most comfortable position for their individual height, posture, and working setup, significantly reducing musculoskeletal fatigue and improving productivity in high-use laboratory and clinical environments. The head features 23mm eyetubes, accepting the standard Olympus CX series eyepiece range. Built to Olympus factory specifications, the U-CTBI ensures correct optical alignment and full compatibility with CX series accessories and eyepieces. This unit is in new condition.


🔎 Typical Applications

  • High-use clinical and diagnostic labs — reducing neck and back strain for pathologists and technicians performing routine CX series microscope observation
  • Research and teaching labs — ergonomic improvement for researchers and students spending extended time at the CX series microscope
  • Core facility and multi-user environments — accommodating users of different heights and postures with a single adjustable head
  • Ergonomic upgrade or replacement head for existing CX series microscopes
  • Any CX series application where operator comfort and sustained productivity are priorities

📊 Key Specifications

Specification Details
Olympus Part Number U-CTBI
Type Ergonomic Tilting Binocular Observation Head
Ergonomic Feature Adjustable tilting eyepiece angle
Eyetube Diameter 23mm
Compatible Microscopes Olympus CX series
Country of Origin Japan
HS Code 901190
Condition New / OEM

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