DIC
DIC adapter for Achios-X Observer materials-science models.
For advanced materials applications
The ergonomic design and advanced optics of the Achios-X Observer make it an excellent choice for advanced materials research. With a 22 mm field of view and semi-plan and plan apochromatic objectives, the Achios-X Observer provides exceptional colour fidelity and high-resolution images for precise, detailed observation.
Eyepieces
EWF 10x/22 mm eyepieces with diopter adjustment.
Heads
- Siedentopf trinocular head with fixed eyepiece tubes inclined at 30°
- Optional ergonomic head with tilting tubes (0°–35°)
Nosepiece
- Quintuple nosepiece; optional sextuple nosepiece, mounted on ball bearings and fitted with a grip for easier handling
- Objective mounting thread: 26 mm
Objectives: IOS, 45 mm parfocal distance
The Achios-X Observer is supplied with the following objectives:
- IOS Plan Semi-Apochromatic brightfield/darkfield objectives
- IOS Plan Apochromatic brightfield/darkfield objectives
All objectives are infinity-corrected.
| Objective series | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Plan Semi-Apo (PL-SAMi) | 5x/0.15, WD 20 mm; 10x/0.30, WD 11 mm; 20x/0.45, WD 3.1 mm |
| Plan Apo (PL-AMi) | 50x/0.80, WD 1 mm; 100x/0.90, WD 1 mm* |
* Optional. All objectives have a 45 mm IOS parfocal distance and an M26 mounting thread. All optics have anti-fungal treatment and anti-reflection coatings for maximum light transmission.
Stage
Mechanical stage without a rack.
- Stage dimensions: 238 x 140 mm
- Mechanical X-Y stage travel: 78 x 54 mm
- Hardened coating
- Glass and metal plates
Focusing
Coarse focus: 37.7 mm per rotation. Fine focus: 0.2 mm per rotation. Graduations: 0.002 mm. Travel range: 30 mm.
Illumination
- 3 W adjustable NeoLED illumination for both epi (reflected) and diascope (transmitted) illumination
- Internal 100–240 V AC power supply
- The epi-illumination unit has a rotating selector for quick changes between reflected darkfield and reflected or transmitted brightfield
Smart Light Control and colour temperature
The microscope features Smart Light Control (SLC), which stores the light intensity level for each objective. The NeoLED source's colour temperature can be adjusted and stored. This innovation improves convenience and saves valuable working time. The NeoLED light source is environmentally friendly and long-lasting.
NeoLED

The innovative NeoLED™ design combines a custom LED with a specially designed thin lens of short focal length to provide four main benefits:
- Captures more oblique light from the NeoLED™ source, significantly increasing light output
- Requires less power to achieve this light intensity
- The larger NeoLED™ aperture lets the microscope's optical system produce higher-resolution images, close to the theoretical diffraction limit of the optics
- Longer service life, up to a rated 50,000 hours (L70 standard)
Long-working-distance condenser
Height-adjustable condenser with a long working distance, NA 0.65 (10.2 mm), and numerical-aperture identification marks for easy adjustment.
Polarisation
The microscope includes an analyzer and polarizer that fit into the reflected-illumination slots to produce high-quality polarized images.
Optional Nomarski DIC
The redesigned DIC module greatly improves the visibility of height differences that are normally difficult to see using brightfield techniques. These relief images are ideal for inspecting surfaces such as circuit boards and LCD screens.
Cable Storage System (CSS)

Excess cable can be stored easily at the rear of the microscope during operation, then wound up and stored when work is complete.
Carrying handle
The integrated handle at the rear of the microscope ensures safe transport.
Package contents
Power cable, analyzer, polarizer, dust cover, spare fuse, user manual and universal tool.
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