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5 Operation | 5.4 Setting Up for Transmitted Light Techniques
5.4.6 Setting Up for Transmitted Light DIC Microscopy
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The DIC method works with polarized light. It is disturbed when birefringent elements, e.g.
foils, are put between polarizer and analyzer, as is sometimes done when doing a histological
incision. The same situation occurs with Petri dishes or sample holders which have a plastic
base. In these cases we recommend using the PlasDIC method.
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Fig. 52: Setting up for transmitted light DIC microscopy
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Reflector turret
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Analyzer module in the reflector insert
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Objective on the nosepiece
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Condenser with DIC prism
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Knurled screw for optimal contrast
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DIC slider
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Compensator λ
Prerequisite
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The microscope is operational.
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Objective equipped with DIC fixtures, e.g. EC Plan-NEOFLUAR, is
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Nosepiece with slot for DIC slider is installed.
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DIC slider, compatible with the objectives in use, is available.
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Condenser with turret disk containing DIC prisms (e.g. condenser, achromatic-aplanatic 0.9 H
D PhC DIC) is installed.
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The analyzer module ACR P&C for transmitted light in the reflector turret/slider or the analyzer
slider D/A fixed or rotatable in conjunction with a mounted intermediate plate for analyzer
slider 12x46 is installed.
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