Olympus U-DIC40 DIC Nomarski Prism for U-UCD8 Universal Condenser

The Olympus U-DIC40 is a genuine OEM transmitted light DIC (Differential Interference Contrast) Nomarski condenser prism matched for 40x objectives, designed for use with the Olympus U-UCD8 Universal Condenser on BX and IX series microscopes — enabling high-contrast DIC imaging of cellular structures and unstained specimens at 40x magnification.

• 🔬 DIC condenser prism for 40x objectives — Nomarski prism precisely matched for 40x objectives in the U-UCD8 condenser system
• ⚙️ U-UCD8 Universal Condenser compatible — slots directly into the U-UCD8 condenser prism slider position
• 🌈 High-contrast DIC imaging — reveals cell boundaries, organelles, and specimen detail with pseudo-3D contrast
• 🏭 Genuine Olympus OEM — part no. N1504500, made in Japan, new condition
• 🎓 University purchase orders accepted

🔧 Product Description

The Olympus U-DIC40 is a transmitted light Nomarski DIC prism specifically matched to 40x 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-DIC40 is the correct prism for 40x objectives in this condenser system. When paired with the appropriate objective-side DIC slider and polarizers, the U-DIC40 enables full transmitted light DIC imaging, producing the characteristic pseudo-three-dimensional contrast that reveals cell boundaries, nuclear detail, organelles, and fine structural features in unstained living or fixed specimens. The 40x magnification range is one of the most widely used in biological microscopy, offering an excellent balance between field of view and resolving power for cell-level imaging. As a genuine Olympus OEM component (part no. N1504500) manufactured in Japan and supplied in new condition, it delivers the optical precision required for reproducible DIC imaging.

🔎 Typical Applications

• Transmitted light DIC imaging with 40x objectives on Olympus BX and IX series microscopes
• Live-cell imaging of unstained specimens at the cell and tissue level
• Imaging of cell boundaries, nuclei, and organelles without fluorescent labeling
• Routine biological and pathology DIC workflows at 40x magnification
• Replacement of missing or damaged U-DIC40 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.