XIB500 Inverted Lab Biological Microscope for Clinical Diagnostics

Key Benefits

• Inverted design allows direct observation of culture dishes, slides, and 96-well plates without flipping the sample
• Seidentopf trinocular head at 45° inclination with 48-76mm interpupillary adjustment supports long-term viewing and camera integration
• Koehler illumination with 12V/50W halogen lamp ensures even, bright lighting across all magnifications
• Phase contrast objectives (4X, 10X, 20X, 40X) enhance contrast in transparent biological specimens
• C-mount adaptor provides 100% light transmission to SLR digital cameras for high-resolution documentation
• Auto power on-off system reduces energy use and prevents lamp burnout from prolonged idle time
• Mechanical stage with 128x80mm movement range and 96-well plate compatibility supports high-throughput sample handling
• Working distances from 3.4mm to 12.1mm accommodate various sample thicknesses and dish sizes

Application Scenarios

• Clinical diagnostics in hospital or research labs using blood smears, tissue sections, and cell cultures
• Observation of live cell cultures in 65mm, 54mm, or 35mm culture dishes with minimal disturbance
• High-throughput screening of 96-well plates in microbiology or drug testing labs
• Digital documentation of cell morphology using a SLR camera via C-mount adaptor
• Phase contrast imaging of unstained cells and microorganisms in microbiology labs
• Long-duration observation sessions with reduced eye strain due to the 45° inclined trinocular head

Who It Is For

• Clinical laboratories performing blood cell counts and tissue analysis
• Research labs studying live cell dynamics and cell culture growth
• University teaching labs demonstrating phase contrast and inverted microscopy
• Pharmaceutical and biotech labs conducting cell-based assays
• Microbiology labs analyzing bacterial colonies and microbial cultures

Problems It Solves

• Standard upright microscopes require flipping samples to observe from below; the inverted design eliminates this step
• Lack of phase contrast in low-cost microscopes makes transparent samples hard to see; the XIB500 includes phase contrast objectives
• Manual focus and lighting adjustment in older models lead to inconsistent results; Koehler illumination ensures uniform lighting
• Separate camera and microscope setups often mismatch optical paths; the C-mount adaptor ensures full light transfer
• No auto power management leads to lamp degradation; the auto on-off system extends lamp life
• Small mechanical stages limit sample movement; the XIB500 stage supports 96-well plates and large slide sizes

Technical Features

• Inverted optical design with infinity plan objectives for high-resolution imaging
• Seidentopf trinocular head at 45° with 48-76mm interpupillary adjustment for ergonomic viewing
• Koehler illumination with 12V/50W halogen lamp and 100V-240V input for global use
• 4-hole rotating disc phase contrast condenser with N.A. 0.4 and 45mm working distance
• Quintuple nosepiece for quick objective switching
• Mechanical stage with 210x241mm size, φ110mm round slide support, and 128x80mm movement range
• 96-well plate holder compatible with standard lab formats
• C-mount adaptor with 1X, 0.5X, 0.75X options and focus adjustment for digital photography
• Auto power on-off system activates upon user approach and deactivates after 10 minutes of inactivity
• Blue, green, and amber/grey filters for contrast enhancement in different sample types

Specifications

Specifications are taken from the AMADA product data for this item. Confirm critical dimensions with us in writing before ordering.

Customization Options

• Choose between standard halogen lamp or optional 5WLED illumination
• Add phase contrast objectives (4X, 10X, 20X, 40X) as needed
• Select culture dish holders (65mm, 54mm, 35mm) based on sample type
• Upgrade to epi fluorescence illumination with mercury lamp and filter set
• Add C-mount adaptor with 1X, 0.5X, or 0.75X magnification options
• Request custom mechanical stage configuration for specific plate formats

Comparison With Other Options

Use Guide

• Adjust the interpupillary distance between 48mm and 76mm before use to ensure a single merged image
• Set the condenser height and center it using the centering telescope for optimal Koehler illumination
• Use the 12V/50W halogen lamp for high brightness; switch to 5WLED for lower heat and energy use
• For digital photography, attach the C-mount adaptor and select the correct magnification (1X, 0.5X, 0.75X) based on sensor size
• When using phase contrast, ensure the annular diaphragm matches the objective's phase ring
• Place culture dishes on the holder and center them before focusing to avoid edge distortion
• Allow the lamp to warm up for 2-3 minutes before starting long observation sessions