For Sale ZEISS AXIO Imager.Z1 Microscope

For Sale Zeiss AXIO Imager.Z1 Fluorescence Motorized Microscope

• Fully Customizable
• Serviced & in Stock
• Includes new fluorescence filters
• Technical sales consultation available
• Continental USA 120 DAYS WARRANTY & 60 DAYS INTERNATIONAL
• Includes remote microscope training session and software overview
• More info about our microscopy capabilities (More info)

The Predecessor to AXIO Imager 2
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This is what you will receive before customizing this microscope:
Standard Zeiss AXIO Imager.Z1 Fluorescence Motorized Microscope Configuration:

Microscopy Techniques:
Brightfield and Fluorescence Microscopy

Microscope Base:
• Zeiss AXIO Imager.Z1 Upright Microscope
• 232 Power Supply
Microscope Head:
• Trinocular Phototube
• (2) PI 10x/23 Eyepieces
Fluorescence Light Path:
• Base
Fluorescence Illumination:
• EXFO X-Cite 120Q Metal Halide Light Source w/ light guide and collimating adapter
Fluorescence filter cube turret:
• Motorized 6-position filter cube turret
Fluorescence filters:
• Three empty filter cubes
• Three Brand New filter sets of either DAPI, FITC, Texas Red, or CY3
Brightfield Light Path:
• Base
Brightfield Illumination:
• HAL100 12V 100W Halogen Lamp w/ 232 power supply
Objectives:
• 6-position Motorized Nosepiece
• 5x Fluar Objective
• 10x Fluar Objective
• 20x Fluar Objective
• *Other objectives available - please inquire*
Condenser:
• Mechanical 0.9 Condenser
Stage:
• Motorized Prior Stage
Camera ports:
• 0:100 Eyepieces:Top Port /100:0 Eyepieces:Top Port
Camera:
• 10MP CMOS Camera
Computer & Software:
• Computer running applicable camera software
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)

Automated/motorized capabilities of this microscope:
Installed automation/motorized components:
• Motorized Prior Stage
• Motorized/automated Z-Axis Drive
• Motorized Filter Cube Turret
• Motorized Nosepiece Turret

Benefits of motorized/Automated Z-Axis drive:
• Automatic parfocality adjustment
• The ability to recall previously saved focus levels
• Automated management of Z positioning/ Fine-coarse control

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
• Multi-frame (Time lapse/Image acquisition over time)
• Multi-slice (Z coordinate/Z Stacking)

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 50x and 200x (with 10x Eyepieces)
• We can add standard higher magnification Zeiss microscope objectives
• We can add high-end Zeiss 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 condenser

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!

Zeiss AXIO Imager.Z1 Fluorescence Motorized Microscope Overview
(Final microscope capabilities will depend on the modifications you request)
• This microscope can be used in biological studies.
• Enhancing components, such as Fluorescence Filter Cubes, have been added.
• The total current magnification range of this microscope is 50 to 200x.
• It is set up with a motorized XY stage for multi-slide or full microplate scans.
• The fluorescence light source included is a Metal Halide w/ 232 power supply.
• This Microscope system includes a computer running software for live feed and still images.
• The CMOS digital camera is capable of taking extremely detailed digital images.
• The easy-to-use interface also allows for customization of color and resolution settings.

Suited for the following applications as configured:
• Fluorescence Microscopy: Ideal for imaging fluorescently labeled specimens, including live cells and fixed tissues.
• Brightfield Microscopy: Suitable for observing stained samples using standard brightfield illumination.

Other potential applications:
• Phase Contrast Microscopy: Enhances contrast in transparent specimens without the need for staining.
• Differential Interference Contrast (DIC) Microscopy: Provides high-contrast images of transparent specimens, revealing fine structural details.
• Confocal Microscopy (if equipped with confocal module): Enables high-resolution, three-dimensional imaging of samples.
• Live Cell Imaging: Suitable for time-lapse studies and live cell imaging due to its precise motorized control and environmental chamber compatibility.

Why should you buy from us?

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
• It will work!
• Warranty
• An extended warranty may be available.
• You get after-sales technical support.
• Smooth process from the initial quote to order fulfillment.
• Customer references are available.

*SM* Small Crate
240#

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.