Nov 9 2010
TILL Photonics has unveiled the new iMIC-Andromeda imaging workstation that has the ability to integrate different imaging applications. The iMIC-Andromeda’s modular approach enables the combination of various methods such as Laser Spinning Disk Confocal Andromeda, Structured Illumination, Multiphoton, FCS, Photoactivation, FRAP, and TIRF.
Andromeda features a single spinning disk that delivers enhanced flexibility and performance from its new optical idea. It requires only one disk and places the dichroics in the required position, in the infinity space. This provides substantial improvement to the point spread function (PSF), and offers enhanced optical sectioning and better resolution.
The iMIC – Andromeda has concave micro-mirrors and an optical design that carries pinholes in its center. A revolving point pattern is formed by the micro-mirrors, whereas a retro-reflector directs the focus pattern onto the pinholes. The focus pattern has the ability to pass through the pinholes and reach the sample. This method assures enhanced optical throughput and enables improved matching to the numerical aperture.
Andromeda’s laser spinning disk confocal delivers enhanced smoothness of rotation with all units functioning at 10,000 rpm. The laser spinning disk confocal automates all the 5 dichroics, 10 emission-filters, and 10 excitation-filters.