Leica Microsystems, developer of precision optical systems, has designed a new DMI6000 B inverted microscope that features an adaptive focus control (AFC).
The DMI6000 B microscope is ideal for researchers requiring constant multidimensional imaging.
DMI6000 B Microscope
The fully automatic AFC works on reflecting a light ray on an ideal surface to maintain a constant distance between the object and the specimen. The DMI6000 B microscope is available for both confocal and wide-field applications. The AFC regulates the focus position dynamically, wherever or whenever the experiment needs it. It also works in a stand-alone mode and does not need a computer connection or additional control instruments.
The technique works for all kinds of selected contrasting methods and does not need image acquisition. This assures that cells deliver reliable results even for extended time periods. The system’s intelligent automation offers convenient usage and automatically optimizes all settings for every objective. By integrating the AFC with a digital auto focus, cells that alter the shape and morphology during an experiment can be easily followed.
The AFC is also available with Leica’s TCS SP5 MP, TCS SP5 II DS, TCS SP5 II and AM TIRF MC microscopes.