LSCM Laser Scanning Confocal Microscope

If you could combine high contrast imaging, infrared capabilities, extremely small size and low cost all into one device, many new desired applications would become realities.

The LSCM is the answer, as it combines the advantages of a confocal laser scanning microscope with the size and price of an infrared camera.
 
 
Key Benefits
  • High contrast imaging inherent to confocal microscopy
  • Can be used as an accessory to infinity corrected optical microscopes
  • Combines confocal microscopy with IR, enabling imaging through semi-opaque material
  • Self-containedno need for separate illumination
  • Flexible parameter settings
  • Rugged construction suitable for industrial applications

Main Features

  • Application of a fast XY scanner enables video rate imaging
  • Adjustable parameters
    • Resolution
    • Frame rate
    • Magnification
    • Image contrast
    • Laser intensity
    • Detector sensitivity
    • Flip, rotate image
    • Selectable line scan and area scan modes
  • Includes laser scanning confocal microscope, LSCM controller, controller cables (galvanometer, data communication, power/interlock) and connector kit
  • Choice of laser source from 600 nm through 1,550 nm (Standard choices are 1,060 nm, 1,300 nm or 1,550 nm)
  • Compact size
    • LSCM150 mm x 100 mm x 100 mm
    • Controller167 mm x 60 mm x 129 m
  • Light weight
    • LSCM: 2.2 kg
    • Controller: 1.1 k
  • Options
    • Frame grabber with camera link cable
    • Optical interface module for attaching any WDI auto focus sensor
    • z-axis actuator (ZAA)
    • CCD camera with white LED illumination
    • Beam splitter (if required)
  • Warranty18 months

Parameters

  • Scanner to objective offset177 mm
  • DetectorAvalanche Photo detector
  • IlluminationLaser diode
  • Standard choices1,060 nm, 1,300 nm, 1,550 nm
  • Other choicesfrom 700 nm through 1550 nm
  • Laser class: IIIB
Integration Diagram
 

Parameter

Value

Comment

Maximum IP pixel resolution

1,270 x 1,000 pixels

User adjustable

Maximum field of view

1 inch CCD equivalent

For example: 800 m diameter at 20x

9.6 mm x 12.8 mm

For example: 320 m diameter at 50x

Object plane resolution

Diffraction limited

Wavelength and NA dependent

Frame rate (user adjustable)

10.7 fps

For example: 19.8 fps

at 1,270 x 1,000 pixels (maximum)

at 1,270 x 480 pixels

Line scan mode: line rate

12 kHz

Speed(examples)

29.5 mm/sec at 1,270 pixels with 5x

24 mm/sec at 400 pixels with 20x

96 mm/sec at 400 pixels with 5x