COLO.Science — SOTLA500 INVERTED BIOLOGICAL MICROSCOPE (ELECTRIC PLATFORM)
SOTLA500 Inverted Biological Microscope
Electric inverted microscope platform for teaching, research, and live cell imaging—high optical/mechanical stability with flexible contrast and fluorescence configurations.
Electric focusing
Auto focus (Z-axis)
Triple light path selection
Infinity optical system
Fluorescence ready
Phase contrast / DIC options
Highlights
- Electric inverted platform designed for routine cell culture observation and research workflows.
- One-click autofocus using real-time image feedback for fast, repeatable focusing.
- Motorized optical path selection (panel/PC) for efficient switching between light paths.
- Central front panel display for quick status checks (objectives, filter positions, brightness, port activity).
- Built-in drainage structure beneath the nosepiece to reduce wetting/contamination risk.
Overview
SOTLA500 is an electric inverted biological microscope platform developed for teaching and research, with strong scalability for live cell imaging. It combines robust optical and mechanical performance to deliver high-resolution, high-contrast observation and supports multiple methods including bright field, fluorescence, dark field, phase contrast, relief phase contrast, and DIC—enabling flexible configuration for biological and analytical laboratory workflows. COLO.Science
Key features
AUTO FOCUS
Z-axis height can be quickly adjusted using real-time image feedback to achieve one-click focus, eliminating manual fine-tuning steps. This improves speed, repeatability, and operational efficiency in routine fluorescence and live-cell microscopy workflows.
ELECTRIC OPTICAL PATH SELECTION
Through the front panel button or PC control, users can freely select between three light paths, making repetitive experimental operation more convenient. This increases configuration speed, improves workflow ergonomics, and significantly boosts efficiency in scientific research compared with similar microscope systems on the market.
TILTABLE TRANSMISSION LIGHTING STRUCTURE
The bracket includes a damped tilting mechanism, allowing backward tilt up to 30° to increase working space and enable easier sample replacement. This improves ergonomics and supports uninterrupted workflows in cell culture observation and routine laboratory operation.
INTEGRATED FRONT PANEL CONTROL
The SOTLA500 front digital screen can display the real-time status of multiple components including objectives, hole-position data from the fluorescent filter disk, transmission brightness, left-side port activity, and fluorescence-gate controls. This centralizes operational feedback and supports fast configuration checks during routine laboratory workflows.
WASTE LIQUID DRAINAGE STRUCTURE
The drainage groove structure is positioned beneath the objective nosepiece, preventing optical components and modules from accidental wetting by cell culture media or soaking liquids. This reduces contamination and damage risks, simplifies maintenance, and improves microscope longevity in routine laboratory use.
HIGH EXTENSIBILITY
SOTLA500R can be flexibly configured with single or double-layer optical paths depending on the application, providing space for system expandability. The double-layer optical path can be customized according to user requirements, enabling adaptation for refit and self-research laboratory workflows.
Technical specifications
| Optical System | Infinity color correction system |
| Viewing Head | 20~45 degree tilting binocular head, inverted image, interpupillary distance: 50~76mm |
| Eyepieces | Eyepiece PL10X/22mm, diopter adjustable, reticle attachable |
| Objectives |
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| Nosepiece | Motorized revolving sextuple nosepiece with |
| Frame | Low position coarse and fine coaxial electric focusing mechanism, range: 10.5mm; built–in electric left cameraport, splitting ratio: 0:100/50:50/100:0; dual optical path, with fluorescent light barrier; |
| Stage | Manual mechanical stage, size: ≥300mm(X) × 240mm(Y), moving range: 135mm(X) × 85mm(Y), stage thickness: 30mm. Right universal handle, X/Y axis limitable and lockable, moving range 50mm × 50mm; with φ110mm replaceable disc |
| Condenser |
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| Transmitted illumination | Tilting transmission light column; tiltable bracket for transmission type of lighting, transmission type of Kohler lighting system; condenser bracket with adjustable lifting, moving rang: 65mm; installation position of color filter: 4, including round glass group/optional color |
| Fluorescent illumination | Fluorescent mirror turret attachment with electric shutter and dust proof box; ND6/ND25/ND50 plug plate with attenuation filter; B1/G1/UV1 fluorescent filters for option |
| Lamp house |
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| Cameras | COLO OD series cameras available |
| Other accessories | 0.5X/0.65X/1X C–mount adapters, focus adjustable; electric control box; PC and monitor; centering eyepiece; professional software MvImage3.0 research; |
Note: This table is taken from the provided technical spec extract. If you want, I can also add an “Included items” block and a configuration notice/disclaimer consistent with your other microscope pages.
Included items (typ.)
- Microscope main body (configured per order), viewing head, eyepieces, and selected objectives (per configuration).
- Power supply / control components (as ordered), user documentation.
Configuration notice — microscopes are assembled per user requirements
Compound microscopes are typically configured and assembled according to the user’s application and required accessories.
The official PDF technical specification defines the exact configuration, included components and available options for each model/variant.
Content shown on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and may not represent the final delivered configuration.
Manufacturer reserves the right to change technical specifications. COLO.Science.
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