Microscope Illuminators
Microscope Illuminators
Light sources and modules designed to illuminate samples during microscopic examination.
How Are Illuminators Used?
Most compound microscopes have integral light sources or illuminators. However, some earlier or inexpensive models have only a mirror to direct light through the stage to the objective lens. For these models, an additional light source may be needed to resolve object details, especially under higher magnification.
What Are the Types of Illuminators?
LED and fiber optic are the most common types of illuminators. LED (light emitting diode) technology in illuminators offers advantages to microscopy:
- Durable and long lived
- Consistent natural color
- Produce little heat, low power consumption
- Compact and quiet
- Can be powered with DC (battery operated)
Fiber-optic illuminators may use LED or halogen (quartz-halogen) as a light source. Halogen illuminators are more expensive, but produce a brilliant incandescent white light. Quartz-halogen lamps have a fairly short life, produce more heat, use more power, and can only be powered by AC.
Fluorescent light is often used for biological research and similar applications, and fluorescent ring lights can be used as additional light sources for stereo microscopes. However, microscope illuminators have mostly replaced fluorescence with LEDs.
For stereo microscopy, choose an illuminator based on the type of specimen and the application.
- LED ring light illuminators for bright, uniform illumination
- LED spotlight illuminators with moveable goosenecks for high-contrast illumination and flexibility
- Dual LED lamps (coaxial illumination) with fiber optic light guides for viewing glossy or reflective surfaces
- LED ring lights (with rechargeable batteries) make your microscope fully portable and usable in locations where electricity is not available
Laxco™ iLED Series LED Light Source
Laxco™ iLED Series boost bright LED illumination in small, compact, small foot print system.
Invitrogen™ EVOS™ Light Cube, YFP 2.0
EVOS LED light cubes provide superior illumination uniformity across the field of view, resulting in exceptional tile-stitch image quality. At the same time, optimized spectral fidelity across channels significantly improves data quality by minimizing undesired bleed-through.
Invitrogen™ EVOS™ Light Cube, CFP-YFP EM 2.0
EVOS LED light cubes provide superior illumination uniformity across the field of view, resulting in exceptional tile-stitch image quality. At the same time, optimized spectral fidelity across channels significantly improves data quality by minimizing undesired bleed-through.
Invitrogen™ EVOS™ Light Cube, Cy7 2.0
The second-generation EVOS LED light cube provides superior illumination uniformity across the field of view, resulting in exceptional tile-stitch image quality. At the same time, optimized spectral fidelity across channels significantly improves data quality by minimizing undesired bleed-through.
Invitrogen™ EVOS™ Light Cube, QDOT WB 525-800 2.0
EVOS LED light cubes provide superior illumination uniformity across the field of view, resulting in exceptional tile-stitch image quality. At the same time, optimized spectral fidelity across channels significantly improves data quality by minimizing undesired bleed-through.
Laxco™ LED for MZS32, MZS33, and iLED-30 Series
Laxco™ Wavelength specific LED modules
Laxco Four Quadrant LED Ring Light for Stereo Microscopes
Ring Light for Stereo Microscopes, 144 LED array, White Light, 3 interchangable settings with controller (full/half/quarter), No shadow on sample. Compatible with LAXCO LMS series stereo microscope.
THERMO SCI 3P AIG PARTS & ACCESSORIES CAROUSEL AUTOSMPLR ACCY DXR
NC2584790 CAROUSEL AUTOSMPLR ACCY DXR
Cole-Parmer Cole-Parmer Self-Supportng Dual Arm Gooseneck Fiber Optic Light Pipe, 23" (58.42 cm)
Requires no stand or additional support. Connects directly to the illuminator.
Cole-Parmer Cole-Parmer Microscopy Fiber Optic Illuminator w/Gooseneck; 115 VAC
These high-performance illuminators deliver 400,000 footcandles of high-intensity cold light. Minimal light leakage makes these illuminators ideal for your photosensitive applications. Audible noise and vibration is minimal, convenient side door makes changing lamps fast and easy, light pipes fit securely without need for adapters. Built-in handle stays out of the way.
Cole-Parmer Cole-Parmer Microscopy Fiber Optic Illuminator, No Light Pipe; 230 VAC
These high-performance illuminators deliver 400,000 footcandles of high-intensity cold light. Minimal light leakage makes these illuminators ideal for your photosensitive applications. Audible noise and vibration is minimal, convenient side door makes changing lamps fast and easy, light pipes fit securely without need for adapters. Built-in handle stays out of the way.
Cole-Parmer Microscopy Fiber Optic Illuminator w/Gooseneck; 230 VAC
These high-performance illuminators deliver 400,000 footcandles of high-intensity cold light. Minimal light leakage makes these illuminators ideal for your photosensitive applications. Audible noise and vibration is minimal, convenient side door makes changing lamps fast and easy, light pipes fit securely without need for adapters. Built-in handle stays out of the way. *This item has a single light*
Cole-Parmer Cole-Parmer Microscopy Fiber Optic Illuminator w/Dual Gooseneck; 115 VAC
These high-performance illuminators deliver 400,000 footcandles of high-intensity cold light. Minimal light leakage makes these illuminators ideal for your photosensitive applications. Audible noise and vibration is minimal, convenient side door makes changing lamps fast and easy, light pipes fit securely without need for adapters. Built-in handle stays out of the way.