Leica Fluo Combi

Accessories

Overview

Ever seen beauty like this?
The Leica Fluo Combi is an accessory for the unique Leica MZ FLIII Fluorescence Stereomicroscope. It allows simultaneous use of a 1x stereo objective and either a 10x or 20x compound objective. Now the Leica MZ FLIII is the perfect research instrument, which combines stereo observation for screening, sorting and dissection, and observation at high resolution and high magnification for evaluation and quality screening of mutants. The Fluo Combi is the perfect solution for genetic applications using models such as Drosophilae, C-Elegance or Arabidopsis.

The cell bodies of the posterior longitudinal mechanoreceptor neurons in the tail are visible with a mec 7: GFP reporter.
The axon of one of these neurons is seen extending along the length of the animal in a lateral position

Image by Dr. Joseph Culotti, Samuel Lunenfeld Research institute at Mount Sinai Hospital

Key Features

  • Simultaneous use and easy switching between stereo objective and compound objective
  • Fine adjustments for parfocality between 1x Plan / Planapo stereo objective and 10x / 20x HR compound objective
  • 10x HR compound objective: 0.8 resolution (1320 line pairs/mm), NA = 0.45, 19mm working distance, effective system magnification of 4x, max. system magnification of 640x (16x eyepieces)
  • 20x HR compound objective: 0.55 resolution (1800 line pairs/mm), NA = 0.6, 13mm working distance, effective system magnification of 8x, max. system magnification of 1280x (16x eyepieces)
  • 1x Plan and 1x Planapo stereo objectives for high resolution 3-D imaging
  • Simple retro-fitting to any existing Leica MZ FLIII
  • Integrated beam-splitter for binocular viewing during compound objective use
  • Large diameter, high-performance internal optics that increase resolution and reduce vignetting
  • Axial shifting mechanism which harnesses the power of the TripleBeamTM technology and allows easy 3-D image stacking for truly in-focus digital images
  • Matched dichroic beam-splitters optimised for use with MZ FLIII filters as well as for custom filters
  • Magnetic engagement of dichroic mirrors which ensures correct orientation
  • 500 mm focus drives with manual course/fine drive and 1 resolution under 5kg load as well as motorized with 0.7 resolution and increased ergonomics
  • Focus drive adapter that ensures protection of valuable 10x and 20x objectives during focusing Vibration isolation platforms to isolate the Leica MZ FLIII from external vibrations. Informations: www.vistekinc.com/home.asp

The Leica MZ FLIII Fluorescence Stereomicroscope leads the league with… Patented TripleBeamTM technology that provides bright images with high signal-to-noise ratios and no background noise Patented FLUOIIITM system for rapid filter changes between 4 different fluorescence filters (Bright Field position available) Comprehensive protection against UV exposure Ergonomic options for every situation so late night lab sessions are more comfortable Modular design for easy upgrades of objectives, eyepieces, stands, and focusing mechanisms