New alloy used in inverted microscopes increases structural rigidity and thermal stability, providing the stable, in-focus, non-drifting images needed for microdissection
The use of a new alloy, M-45, in Nikon's new Eclipse TE2000 inverted microscopes has increased structural and thermal stability two-fold over previous models.
This enhanced stability is critical in providing stable, in-focus, non-drifting images necessary for accurate laser microdissection.
The Eclipse TE2000 is, in addition, the first inverted microscope to take full advantage of the infinity space provided by Nikon's CFI60 infinity optical system.
This allows optional attachments, such as the laser required for microdissection, to be easily inserted into the optical path without any modification to the microscope. The SlµCut laser microdissection system, coupled to video imaging on the Eclipse TE2000, allows users to view the samples on screen and outline areas of interest using the mouse.
The Eclipse TE2000's excellent image quality allows clear identification of any areas to be isolated.
An overview image of the entire specimen at low magnification is also provided on screen as a navigation aid.
Computer optimised optics and the Eclipse TE2000's high precision stage provide accuracy to within one micron.
SlµCut's precise, contamination-free, cold UV laser technology enables accurate delineation of the cutting path and the rapid isolation of cell organelles, single cells, or groups of cells from paraffin sections, frozen sections, smears, and even cell and tissue cultures.
The system automatically cuts the sample, measures cell dimensions, determines the area, and documents the event.
The SlµCut system comes complete with powerful software that memorises the set-up for each lens on the microscope ensuring the correct focus and laser power.
Robust design and a long-life diode laser ensure maintenance-free operation for about 10,000 hours.
The Eclipse TE2000's multiport design enables optical input and output from a wide variety of illumination and detector equipment.
CCTV cameras, high sensitivity detectors, digital still cameras, and SLRs can be used in any combination, separately or simultaneously.
Camera mounts can also be selected from C, F, or standard SLR-mounts.
