Olympus U-DIC100 DIC prism for U-UCD8 Universal Condenser

The Olympus U-DIC100 is a genuine OEM transmitted light DIC (Differential Interference Contrast) prism designed for use with the Olympus U-UCD8 Universal Condenser, enabling high-contrast DIC imaging with 100x oil immersion objectives on Olympus BX and IX series microscopes. New/ Open box

• 🔬 DIC condenser prism for 100x objectives — matched Nomarski prism for transmitted light DIC with 100x oil immersion objectives
• ⚙️ U-UCD8 Universal Condenser compatible — slots directly into the U-UCD8 condenser prism slider position
• 🌈 High-contrast DIC imaging — reveals fine cellular structures, membranes, and unstained specimen detail with pseudo-3D contrast
• 🏭 Genuine Olympus OEM — part no. N1505000, U2-CD110, made in Japan.
• 🎓 University purchase orders accepted

🔧 Product Description

The Olympus U-DIC100 is a transmitted light Nomarski DIC prism specifically matched to 100x oil immersion objectives for use in the Olympus U-UCD8 Universal Condenser. In DIC microscopy, the condenser prism must be precisely matched to the objective magnification and NA to produce the correct wavefront shear for optimal contrast — the U-DIC100 is the correct prism for 100x objectives in this condenser system. When paired with the appropriate objective-side DIC prism (slider) and polarizers, the U-DIC100 enables full transmitted light DIC imaging, producing the characteristic pseudo-three-dimensional contrast that reveals membrane boundaries, organelles, and fine structural detail in unstained living or fixed specimens. The U-UCD8 Universal Condenser accepts a range of DIC prisms for different objective magnifications, and the U-DIC100 is the high-magnification prism in this set. As a genuine Olympus OEM component (part no. N1505000) manufactured in Japan, it delivers the optical precision required for reproducible DIC imaging.

🔎 Typical Applications

• Transmitted light DIC imaging with 100x oil immersion objectives on Olympus BX and IX series
• Live-cell imaging of unstained specimens requiring high-contrast DIC contrast
• Imaging of membranes, organelles, and fine cellular structures without fluorescent labeling
• Phase-sensitive biological and materials imaging at high magnification
• Replacement of missing or damaged U-DIC100 prisms in U-UCD8 condenser DIC sets

📊 Key Specifications

University and institutional customers are welcome to submit purchase orders. Please contact us for net terms and procurement documentation.