INVE500T Inverted Biological Microscope
OVERVIEW
INVE500T Inverted Routine Microscope is an advanced laboratory microscope most often used in medicine, clinical diagnostics and biological research. It is equipped with a universal Infinity Independent Plan Achromatic Optical System that produces sharp, high-contrast images with chromatic aberration and field curvature ideally corrected over the whole field of view.
High eye-point, wide-field eyepieces with adjustable diopters ensure comfortable observation, even for users wearing glasses. Standard 10× eyepieces offer a field of view of 20–22 mm, and the high eye-point design (up to 21 mm) provides a wide and relaxed viewing experience during long sessions.
The inverted stand with long working distance (up to 50–100 mm) and long working distance condenser is ideal for cell culture vessels, Petri dishes and microtiter plates. Combined with phase-contrast options and a flexible trinocular head for digital imaging, INVE500T is a robust platform for routine and research-grade live-cell work.
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TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
- Routine observation of adherent cell cultures in flasks and Petri dishes
- Clinical and veterinary laboratories – blood, tissue and body fluid investigations
- Research in cell biology, virology, immunology and pharmacology
- Quality control in bioprocessing and biopharma production
- Teaching and training in universities and research institutes
- Imaging and documentation via trinocular camera port and dedicated software
MODELS & DIMENSIONS
| Model | Viewing head | Stage | Dimensions / weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| INVE500T | Trinocular Siedentopf head, 45° inclined, 360° rotatable, interpupillary distance 48–76 mm, diopter adjustable | Fixed 240 × 260 mm stage with integrated 135 × 85 mm mechanical stage, low-positioned X/Y coaxial controls | See catalog (PDF) for detailed dimensions and weight |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Model | INVE500T Inverted Biological Microscope |
| Optical system | Infinity Independent Plan Achromatic Optical System, F = 200 mm |
| Viewing head | Trinocular Siedentopf tube, 45°/30° inclined, 360° rotatable, interpupillary distance 48–76 mm, diopter adjustment on both sides |
| Eyepieces | Extended EWF 10×/20 mm plan eyepieces, Ø 30 mm tubes, high eye-point up to 21 mm; eyepieces can be secured to the tubes |
| Nosepiece | Revolving and reversed quintuple nosepiece for 5 objectives, inward facing with positive click stops |
| Objectives | Infinity long working distance plan achromatic objectives 10×, 20×, 40× (standard); optional 4× plan and phase-contrast objectives 10×, 20×, 40×; all optics anti-fungus treated and anti-reflection coated |
| Working distance | Approx. 50–100 mm (objectives and condenser designed for long working distance cell culture vessels) |
| Condenser | ELWD condenser NA 0.30, LWD 72 mm; becomes 150 mm after removing the condenser; phase-contrast slide for 10×/20×/40× and brightfield observation |
| Stage | Fixed stage 240 × 260 mm with integrated 135 × 85 mm mechanical stage; low-positioned right-hand X/Y coaxial controls; optional specimen holders for Petri dishes, microtiter plates and slides |
| Focusing | Coaxial coarse and fine adjustments, 100 graduations, 1 µm per graduation, 100 µm per rotation, total travel approx. 14 mm; adjustable rack stop to protect sample and objectives; friction control on coarse drive |
| Illumination | 6 V 30 W adjustable halogen illumination with internal 100–240 V power supply; large aperture design for high resolution and high contrast; low energy consumption and long lamp lifetime |
| Filters | Blue, green and yellow filters (Ø 34 mm) with slider for contrast and colour balance adjustment |
| Camera / imaging options | Trinocular port for digital camera; C-mount 0.5× adapter (standard); optional C-mount 0.25× and DSLR adapters (Canon / Nikon); optional digital cameras 5–20 MP with imaging software |
| Power | Internal universal power supply 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Compliance & notes | Specifications may be updated; for full configuration details and options refer to the current catalog and order confirmation. |
STANDARD DELIVERY & ACCESSORIES
- INVE500T inverted biological microscope stand with trinocular head
- Pair of WF10× plan eyepieces (high eye-point, 20 mm field of view)
- Infinity long working distance plan achromatic objectives 10×, 20×, 40× (standard configuration)
- ELWD condenser NA 0.30 with phase-contrast slide
- Fixed 240 × 260 mm stage with integrated mechanical stage and selected specimen holders
- Filter set: blue, green and yellow filters
- 6 V/30 W halogen lamp house with internal power supply
- Power cord and dust cover
- Basic user manual / quick start guide
- 0.5× C-mount camera adapter
- Optional: phase-contrast objective set, additional eyepieces, digital camera and analysis software (according to order)
Exact delivery scope depends on selected configuration and is defined in the official quotation and order confirmation.
MAIN TECHNICAL PARAMETERS
| Optical system | Infinity Independent Plan Achromatic, F = 200 mm |
| Standard magnification range | 100×, 200×, 400× (10× eyepiece with 10×, 20×, 40× objectives); optional 40× and 600×/800× with additional objectives |
| Working distance (objectives) | Long working distance objectives, typical WD 5.1–10.3 mm; overall system working distance approx. 50–100 mm |
| Condenser NA / LWD | NA 0.30, long working distance 72 mm (up to 150 mm without condenser) |
| Fine focus sensitivity | Approx. 1 µm per graduation; travel approx. 14 mm |
| Stage movement range | Approx. 135 × 85 mm (integrated mechanical stage) |
| Illumination | 6 V 30 W halogen, adjustable intensity, Köhler-type illumination |
| Power supply | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, internal power supply |
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