PHC objective minimally affected by
surface tension around the container edge
The PHC objective is minimally affected by surface tension of the
culture fluid, which can compromise clarity at the image periphery.
Easier multi-well observation is one of several benefits. Combined
with the improved flatness
resulting from the use
of UIS optics, this
feature facilitates
clear observation of
cells even at the
edge of the container.
PHC objective
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Fluorescence
Fluorescence
Clear up to the edge of the view field.
Flatness improved for 10 to 15%
Clear, wide-ranging phase-contrast observation.
Ideal phase plate for cell culture.
Clear cell observation right to the edge of the container.
PHC objective virtually unaffected by surface tension.
Enhanced clarity makes it easier to
observe cell activity status
Incorporation of the world-renowned Olympus UIS optical system
in the CKX series makes a dramatic improvement in flatness for
10 to 15% and enables very clear, high contrast images to be
obtained up to the edge of the field view.
Adoption of a UIS phase plate optimized for
cell culture observation provides higher image contrast
The UIS phase plate adjusts the contrast according to the thickness
of the cell culture, producing higher contrast images than those
obtainable from conventional systems.
Low magnification UIS video adapters can be used for
0.25X, 0.35X and 0.5X magnifications, enabling clear
display of the complete cell on the monitor.
The UIS optics provide unsurpassed optical performance
The UIS optical system combines with the simplicity of the light path
and the imaging excellence of a relay lenses to maintain the highest
possible image intensity and to arrive at the highest optical
correction level. Thanks to this feature, the UIS infinity-corrected
optical system deliver unsurpassed resolution and contrast.
In addition to improved image quality, the maximum field of view
has been extended to F.N. 22. This allows the use of various
observation tubes provided for upright microscopes (patented,
CKX41 only).
UIS infinity-corrected optical system
The advanced Olympus UIS optical system maximized the advantages of infinity
correction. Light travels through the body tube as parallel rays as it passes through
the objective. These are focused by the tube lens to form a completely aberration-
free intermediate image. Attachments can be added between the objective and the
built-in tube lens in the observation tube without any magnification factor alterations
to total magnification. Additional correction lenses are not required The UIS optical
system delivers optimum image quality with any configuration.
Primary focus plane
Half mirror
Objective
Illumination light
Reflected ray
Image forming ray
Tube lens
Parallel light
Standard field number 20
Image capturing area 22
Maximum field number 22
General objective
