Optika IM-7 Inverted research microscope, IOS, w/o objectives
Optika IM-7 Inverted research microscope, IOS, w/o objectives
€16.411,00 excl. VAT
The Optika IM-7 is an inverted research microscope built on a die-cast frame for high stability and long imaging sessions. It runs on a configurable IOS U-PLAN F Semi-Apo PH objective platform, sold separately, with a magnification changer offering 1x and 1.5x settings. The Koehler condenser has 6 positions covering phase contrast and DIC, with a working distance of 26 mm that can incline out of the optical path for extra clearance. Fluorescence with an HBO 100 W mercury lamp and a 6-position filter attachment is available as an optional module. It suits research laboratories that need a modular inverted platform for brightfield, phase contrast, DIC, polarized light, and fluorescence work.
Inverted Research Microscope with Modular Phase Contrast, DIC, and Fluorescence
The Optika IM-7 is built as a research-grade inverted platform on a die-cast frame for stability during long imaging sessions. The 6-position Koehler condenser covers phase contrast and DIC with a long working distance, and the objective platform is Semi-Apo IOS U-PLAN F for higher resolution work.
- Configurable IOS U-PLAN F Semi-Apo PH objective platform, sold separately
- 6-position Koehler condenser with phase contrast and DIC positions
- Magnification changer with 1x and 1.5x settings
- Optional HBO 100 W fluorescence module with 6-position filter attachment
- Suited to research laboratories needing a modular inverted microscope platform
Optika IM-7 Inverted Research Microscope
The Optika IM-7 is an inverted research microscope built on a die-cast frame, designed for transmitted light and reflected fluorescence observation in demanding research settings.
The objective platform is configurable and sold separately, built around Semi-Apochromatic IOS U-PLAN F PH objectives from 4x to 60x.
Configurable Semi-Apochromatic Objective Platform
Objectives are sold separately and cover IOS U-PLAN F (Semi-Apo) PH from 4x to 60x, with working distances from 1.8 mm to 16.5 mm depending on magnification, giving higher resolution than standard achromatic optics.
6-Position Koehler Condenser with Phase Contrast and DIC
The condenser, N.A. 0.55, gives 10x, 20x, and 40x phase contrast rings plus DIC1 (10x) and DIC2 (20x, 40x) prism positions, with a 26 mm working distance that can incline out of the optical path for extra clearance.
Optional HBO Fluorescence Module
The 6-position fluorescence attachment accepts blue, green, V, and UV filter sets, powered by a 100 W HBO mercury lamp, with a slider for ND filtering and an orange protection shield.
Three-Layer Mechanical Stage
The 340×230 mm stage moves on rack and pinion with a 130×85 mm range and flexible knob control, with holders for 160×110 mm Petri dishes and a 96-well Terasaki plate.
Ideal Applications
The IM-7 suits research laboratories that need a modular, high-stability inverted platform.
- Live cell imaging with phase contrast or DIC
- Multi-channel fluorescence research with HBO illumination
- Long imaging sessions requiring frame stability
- Research applications needing a magnification changer
- Laboratories that plan to add fluorescence or DIC modules over time
Choose the IM-7 when:
- You need a research-grade inverted stand with high stability
- You need phase contrast and DIC on the same condenser turret
- You want an optional HBO fluorescence module for later expansion
- You need a magnification changer for flexible framing
Optika Value Proposition
The Optika IM-7 combines a die-cast frame, a Semi-Apochromatic objective platform, and a 6-position Koehler condenser with phase contrast and DIC, with fluorescence available as an optional module for research laboratories that need to scale up.
Technical specifications – IM-7
| Specification | IM-7 |
|---|---|
| Type | Inverted, aluminum die-cast frame |
| Head | Trinocular, Siedentopf, built-in Bertrand lens, 45 degree inclination |
| Eyepieces | PL 10x, field number 22 mm, high eyepoint, diopter adjustment, rubber cup |
| Nosepiece | Sextuple, reversed, bi-directional, ball bearing rotation, DIC slot |
| Optical system | Infinity, anti-fungus treated, parfocal distance 60 mm, standard magnifications 40x-600x |
| Objectives | Configurable: IOS U-PLAN F (Semi-Apo) PH 4x to 60x, sold separately |
| Magnification changer | Selectable 1x, 1.5x |
| Stage | Three-layer mechanical, 340×230 mm, rack and pinion, moving range 130×85 mm |
| Condenser | Koehler, 6 positions, N.A. 0.55, phase and DIC positions, working distance 26 mm |
| Transmitted illumination | X-LED10, 10 W, manual brightness control, full Kohler illumination |
| Color temperature | 6000 K, lifetime over 65000 hours |
| Fluorescence attachment | 6 positions (optional), HBO 100 W mercury lamp source (optional) |
| Product weight | Main body 29.5 kg |
Options and Accessories – IM-7
The IM-7 ships without objectives. Select from the IOS U-PLAN F (Semi-Apo) PH range below based on the magnification needed.
| Objective | Working distance | Cover glass |
|---|---|---|
| IOS U-PLAN F (Semi-Apo) PH 4x/0.13 | 16.5 mm | Cover glass |
| IOS U-PLAN F (Semi-Apo) PH 10x/0.3 | 7.4 mm | 1.2 mm |
| IOS U-PLAN F (Semi-Apo) PH 20x/0.45 | 7.5-8.8 mm | 0-2 mm |
| IOS U-PLAN F (Semi-Apo) PH 40x/0.60 | 3.0-4.4 mm | 0-2 mm |
| IOS U-PLAN F (Semi-Apo) PH 60x/0.70 | 1.8-2.6 mm | 0.1-1.3 mm |
- M-1358 IOS U-PLAN APO objective 60x/1.40 oil, W.D. 0.25 mm
- HBO 100 W mercury lamp fluorescence module with 6-position filter attachment (optional)
- Blue, green, V, and UV filter sets for fluorescence (optional, other sets on request)
- M-1356 slider with rotating analyzer for simple polarized light (optional)
- M-1350 to M-1353 DIC prisms for 10x, 20x, 40x, 60x objectives (optional)
- M-635 heating stage with digital temperature controller
Alternative Inverted phase contrast microscopes
- Type: Inverted brightfield/phase contrast, digital
- Magnification: Up to 400x
- Optics: IOS LWD W-PLAN PH
- Illumination: X-LED8
- Head: Trinocular with 6.3 MP camera
€5.086,00 excl. VAT
- Type: Inverted brightfield/phase contrast
- Magnification: Up to 400x
- Optics: IOS LWD W-PLAN PH
- Illumination: X-LED8
- Head: Trinocular, 45 degree inclined
€2.754,00 excl. VAT
- Type: Inverted brightfield/phase contrast, trinocular
- Magnification: Up to 600x
- Optics: IOS LWD, configurable objective platform
- Illumination: X-LED8 transmitted
- Head: Trinocular, 45 degree inclined
€4.218,00 excl. VAT