For Sale NIKON FN1 Microscope

For Sale Nikon FN1 Fluorescence Water Immersion Capable Microscope w/ Sutter Fixed Stage suitable for Electrophysiology Rig

• Fully Functional
• Serviced & in Stock
• Customized to your requirements
• Includes new fluorescence filters
• Technical sales consultation available
• Continental USA 180 DAYS WARRANTY & 60 DAYS INTERNATIONAL
• Includes remote microscope training session and software overview

Service Highlights
• Optics quality is checked for field distortion and uniformity at the specimen plane
• Fluorescence Intensity is also measured at the specimen plane to confirm light source and filter performance
• Preventive Maintenance (PM) is Completed

More info about our Microscopy Capabilities or view the Microscope Buying Guide
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This is what you will receive before customizing this microscope:
Standard Nikon Eclipse FN1 Upright Microscope Configuration:

Microscopy Techniques:
Brightfield and Fluorescence Microscopy

Microscope Base:
• Nikon Eclipse FN1 Upright Microscope
Electrophysiology Components:
• Anti-Vibration Table and Faraday Cage are optional and shown as reference
• Axon or HEKA Amplifiers, Digitizers with headstages are optional and shown as reference
• Micromanipulators are optional and shown as reference
Microscope Head:
• Nikon Trinocular head
• (2) CFI 10x/22 Eyepieces
Fluorescence Light Path:
• Base
Fluorescence Illumination:
• X-Cite Series 120PC Q Metal Halide w/ Light Guide
Fluorescence filter cube turret:
• Nikon Six-Channel Mechanical Turret (D-FL)
Fluorescence filters:
• Three empty filter cubes
• Three Brand New filter sets of either DAPI, FITC, Texas Red or CY3
Brightfield Light Path:
• Built-in
Brightfield Illumination:
• Nikon Halogen 12V100W Lamp (D-LH/LC) w/ TE2-PS100W Power Supply
Objective Turret:
• 2-position Mechanical Turret FN-S2N
Objectives:
• Nikon 4x/0.10 Objective
• Nikon 40x/0.80w Water Immersion Fluor DIC M Objective
Condenser:
• Nikon Universal Condenser (C-CU)
• Nikon FN1 Four-Channel Polarization Turret (FN-PT)
Stage:
• Large Fixed Stage Platform (MT-78-FS)
• Sutter Instrument Co. XY Translation Base
• (Siskiyou Micro Manipulation Stages Available)
Camera ports:
• 100% Eyepiece, 0% Camera
• 50% Eyepiece, 50% Camera
• 0% Eyepiece, 100% Camera
Camera:
• Bestscope 8MP Camera (BUC5F-830EC)
Computer & Software:
• Dell Windows 11 Laptop w/ ImageView
Accessories:
• Necessary power and communication cables

This configuration includes any 3 of these new filter sets.
• New filter set - DAPI (EX: 365/28nm, DM: 405nm, EM: 445/50nm) (Dye compatibility: DAPI/Hoechst/AlexaFluor 350)
• New filter set - EGFP/FITC/Cy2 (EX: 475/30nm, DM: 500nm, EM: 530/40nm) (Dye compatibility: EGFP/FITC/Cy2/AlexaFluor 488)
• New filter set - TRITC/Cy3/Dsred (EX: 545/20nm, DM: 562nm, EM: 605/60nm) (Dye compatibility: TRITC/Cy3/RFP/Rhodamine/AlexaFluor 546)
• New filter set - Texas Red (EX: 560/20nm, DM: 585nm, EM: 630/40nm) (Dye compatibility: Texas Red/mCherry/AlexaFluor 594)
• New filter set - Cy5 (May require an upgraded light source) (EX: 630/50nm, DM: 662nm, EM: 695/50nm) (Dye compatibility: Cy5/AlexaFluor 647/Draq5)

This microscope's imaging capabilities:
Imaging software highlights:
• Ability to take still images and live videos of your samples
• Display, annotate, edit, calibrate, measure, analyze, process, print, and save raster
• Variable linear measurements such as line segment, radius values, and others
• Open source Micromanager Multi-dimensional Image acquisition & automation software capabilities

We can customize this microscope to fit your requirements:
Add Microscopy Techniques (In addition to installed Brightfield and Fluorescence)
• Phase Contrast, DIC, or Polarization Add-on Components may be added (subject to availability)

Increase Maximum Magnification and Image Quality:
• Microscope can be configured for magnification between 40x and 400x (with 10x Eyepieces)
• We can add standard higher magnification Nikon microscope objectives
• We can add high-end Nikon Apochromat objectives

Enhance fluorescence capabilities by adding/changing filters and upgrading light sources.
• Additional filter cubes
• Additional filter sets to match your fluorochromes.
• Xenon, Metal Halide, or LED Fluorescence microscope light sources

We will also ensure the fluorescence light source matches your selected filter sets.

Enhance imaging capabilities:
• We offer various advanced CCD, sCMOS, and EMCCD camera options for higher-quality images.

Add other Motorized/Automation Capabilities:
In addition to installed motorized capabilities, the microscope can be configured
• Motorized focus drive (Z-axis) for automated focusing
• Motorized objective turret for automated objective switching
• Motorized fluorescence filter turret for channel selection
• Motorized stage systems for advanced positioning and mapping
• Integrated micromanipulators for automated electrophysiology workflows
• Software-controlled illumination and imaging integration

We can configure it to work with the sample medium you need:
• Slide, Petri dish, microplate, etc.

Commonly Requested Customer Upgrades
• High-End CCD, sCMOS Cameras
• LED or Metal Halide Fluorescence Light Sources
• Phase Contrast, Polarization, or the DIC configurations
• Higher Magnification Objectives
• Higher performance Fluor or APO objectives
• Motorized XY Stage (stage, controller, joystick)

We are excited to help build and configure the right microscope for you!

Nikon Eclipse FN1 Upright Microscope Overview
(Final microscope capabilities will depend on the modifications you request)
• Nikon Eclipse FN1 Upright Microscope supports brightfield and fluorescence imaging configurations.
• Modular design allows integration of electrophysiology and advanced imaging components.
• Compatible with multiple objective types, including water immersion and DIC optics.
• Supports interchangeable filter turrets for multi-channel fluorescence observation.
• Stable mechanical platform with precision stage and condenser alignment.
• Expandable system architecture for customized research configurations.

Suited for the following applications as configured:
• Brightfield and fluorescence imaging of biological samples
• Multi-channel fluorescence observation and analysis
• Live cell imaging with water immersion objectives
• Electrophysiology and patch-clamp microscopy setups
• High-resolution imaging with stable stage positioning
• Multi-modal microscopy with interchangeable optical components

Other potential applications:
• Confocal or advanced fluorescence imaging (with upgrades)
• Time-lapse imaging and long-term observation studies
• Automated stage scanning and image stitching
• Neurophysiology and optogenetics experiments
• Microinjection and micromanipulation workflows
• High-content imaging with motorized components

REASONS WHY THESE CUSTOMERS CHOOSE TO ORDER FROM US
• They want to ensure the microscope is customized to fit their application
• They want to ensure that internal optics are properly cleaned
• They want to ensure that internal mechanical and motorized mechanisms are lubricated and aligned
• They want to ensure that image quality is verified at the sample point for field distortion and uniformity
• They want to ensure that the fluorescence intensity is verified at the sample point
• They want to ensure NEW fluorescence filters are installed just the same as buying a new microscope
• They want to ensure that if paired with a motorized XY stage, it is lubricated and does not skip steps
• They want an option to upgrade the camera to sCMOS and the light source to Lumencor or X-Cite LED
• They want training to learn how to operate the microscope
• They want a reliable warranty
• They want peace of mind knowing it will be safely and professionally packed for shipping

Our Advantage
• We make sure to match the microscope capabilities to your requirements.
• We have experience servicing and repairing these microscopes.
• This microscope goes through an extensive set of service steps before shipping.
• We offer detailed photos and videos of the microscopes you buy.
• We are an approved pre-owned equipment vendor to many large US, Canadian, and EU Universities.
• We are an approved pre-owned equipment vendor to many Fortune 500 US and International Biopharma companies.
• Many upgrade and repair parts are in stock.
• Remote installation and microscope operation training are available.
• On-site installation may be available in the Boston Area (New England area)
• Expert US or International shipping is available (see the shipping tab on how we pack and feel at ease)

Our Guarantee
• Warranty
• An extended warranty may be available.
• You get after-sales technical support.
• Customer references are available.
• The microscope will be complete and working!
• Smooth process from the initial quote to order fulfillment.

*SM* Small Crate
300#

PLEASE NOTE QUESTIONS BELOW ARE ANSWERED IN MORE THOROUGH DETAIL ON OUR WEBSITE

Q: I am not 100% sure about the configuration I need, can your team assist me with selecting the right microscope for me?
A: Absolutely, we can start with your application, samples, or challenge to assist you in selecting the right configuration and the right microscope for you.

Q: Can you make the necessary modifications to the standard configuration to fit my application?
A: Certainly, we carry a large variety of upgrade components to ensure the final microscope configuration will fit your application

Q: What steps do you take to verify, service, and confirm the functionality of this Microscope?
A: Each microscope goes through extensive service to ensure it performs to specification.

Q: Can I view this microscope in person at your facility or do a live Zoom demo before it is shipped to me?
A: We can accommodate both in-person or Zoom demos.

Q: What about the warranty?
A: The microscope comes fully warranted for both parts and labor.

Q: Do you offer installation, service, etc?
A: We offer remote installation and training packages to get you familiar with this microscope

Q: What should I watch out for when buying a used/pre-owned microscope from another lab?
A: That it has no missing, broken, or incorrect parts for your application, any mechanical or motorized components have been serviced and lubricated, controller issues, good quality filter cubes, proper and undamaged objectives, and most importantly no dust in the light path or objectives.

Q: Do you have these and other microscopes on hand?
A: We carry this and many other microscopes from Nikon, Zeiss, Olympus, and Leica.

Q: I am from the University or College, do you accept Purchase Orders?
A: We accept purchase orders from all major US and Canadian universities.

Q: How fast will you ship?
A: We can ship within 2-3 days to about 2 weeks, depending on the final configuration required.

Q: Will my instrument be insured during shipping?
A: Absolutely! We insure all our shipments as long as we are the shipper. If a customer ships on their account, they handle insurance.

Q: Have you packed and shipped microscopes in the past?
A: We have extensive experience in safely shipping high-end and complex microscopes all over the world.

Q: Do you ship Internationally?
A: So far, we have shipped to almost every continent and over 30 countries.

Q: How much will I save buying it pre-owned, and is it worth it?
A: When compared to buying a new one, you will save up to 60% to 80% and have plenty of funds left over for an additional instrument or two.

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Return Policy

Items are sold as-is with no returns or refunds available unless explicitly stated.