Zeiss Axio Vert.A1 Inverted Fluorescence LED Phase Contrast Microscope (New Filters) Pred Axiovert 5/7 in Walpole, MA, USA

- Includes new fluorescence filters
- Technical sales consultation available
- Continental USA 180 DAYS WARRANTY & 60 DAYS INTERNATIONAL
- Includes remote microscope training session and software overview

Service Highlights

- Optics quality is checked for field distortion and uniformity at the specimen plane
- Fluorescence Intensity is also measured at the specimen plane to confirm light source and filter performance
- Preventive Maintenance (PM) is Completed

More info about our Microscopy Capabilities or view the Microscope Buying Guide
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The Predecessor to Axiovert 5/7

This is what you will receive before customizing this microscope:

Standard Zeiss Axio Vert.A1 Inverted Microscope Configuration:

Microscopy Techniques:

Brightfield with Phase Contrast and Fluorescence studies

Microscope Base:

- Zeiss Axio Vert.A1 Inverted Microscope

Microscope Head:

- Binocular tube 45°/23
- (2) P1 10x/23 Optics
- Camera Path Partition

Fluorescence Light Path:

- Built-In w/ Lumen Dynamics X-Cite Adapter (810-00022X)

Fluorescence Illumination:

- X-Cite Series 120Q (XI120-Q) w/ 120W Mercury Lamp & Light Guide

Fluorescence filter cube turret:

- 4-position mechanical turret

Fluorescence filters:

- Three empty filter cubes
- Three Brand New filter sets of either DAPI, FITC, Texas Red or CY3

Brightfield Light Path:

- Built-in

Brightfield Illumination:

- Built-in LED

Objective Turret:

- 5-position Mechanical Turret

Objectives:

- ZEISS 5x/0,5 Ph1
- ZEISS 10x/0,30 Ph1 Plan-NEOFLUAR;
- ZEISS 20x/0,50 Ph2 Plan-NEOFLUAR
- *Other Objectives may be available - please inquire*

Condenser:

- LD-condensor 0,4 for slider NA 0.4 WD 53
- Prisms: Ph1, Ph2 insert

Stage:

- Mechanical with XY attachment

Camera ports:

- 100% Eyepiece
- 100% Side port

Camera:

- BestScope 8.3MP color CMOS Camera

Computer & Software:

- Dell Laptop Computer w/ WIN11 and ImageView

Accessories:

- Necessary power and communication cables

This configuration includes any 3 of these new filter sets.

- New filter set - DAPI (EX: 365/28nm, DM: 405nm, EM: 445/50nm) (Dye compatibility: DAPI/Hoechst/AlexaFluor 350)
- New filter set - EGFP/FITC/Cy2 (EX: 475/30nm, DM: 500nm, EM: 530/40nm) (Dye compatibility: EGFP/FITC/Cy2/AlexaFluor 488)
- New filter set - TRITC/Cy3/Dsred (EX: 545/20nm, DM: 562nm, EM: 605/60nm) (Dye compatibility: TRITC/Cy3/RFP/Rhodamine/AlexaFluor 546)
- New filter set - Texas Red (EX: 560/20nm, DM: 585nm, EM: 630/40nm) (Dye compatibility: Texas Red/mCherry/AlexaFluor 594)
- New filter set - Cy5 (May require an upgraded light source) (EX: 630/50nm, DM: 662nm, EM: 695/50nm) (Dye compatibility: Cy5/AlexaFluor 647/Draq5)

This microscope's imaging capabilities:

Imaging software highlights:

- Ability to take still images and live videos of your samples
- Display, annotate, edit, calibrate, measure, analyze, process, print, and save raster
- Variable linear measurements such as line segment, radius values, and others
- Open source Micromanager Multi-dimensional Image acquisition & automation software capabilities

We can customize this microscope to fit your requirements:

Add Microscopy Techniques (In addition to installed Brightfield, Phase Contrast and Fluorescence)

- DIC, or Polarization Add-on Components may be added (subject to availability)

Increase Maximum Magnification and Image Quality:

- Microscope can be configured for magnification between 50x and 200x (with 10x Eyepieces)
- We can add standard higher magnification Zeiss microscope objectives
- We can add high-end Zeiss Apochromat objectives

Enhance fluorescence capabilities by adding/changing filters and upgrading light sources.

- Additional filter cubes
- Additional filter sets to match your fluorochromes.
- Xenon, Metal Halide, or LED Fluorescence microscope light sources

We will also ensure the fluorescence light source matches your selected filter sets.

Enhance imaging capabilities:

- We offer various advanced CCD, sCMOS, and EMCCD camera options for higher-quality images.

We can configure it to work with the sample medium you need:

- Slide, Petri dish, microplate, etc.

Commonly Requested Customer Upgrades

- High-End CCD, sCMOS Cameras
- LED or Metal Halide Fluorescence Light Sources
- Phase Contrast, Polarization, or the DIC configurations
- Higher Magnification Objectives
- Higher performance Fluor or APO objectives

We are excited to help build and configure the right microscope for you!

Zeiss Axio Vert.A1 Inverted Microscope Overview

(Final microscope capabilities will depend on the modifications you request)

- Zeiss Axio Vert.A1 inverted system configured for brightfield and fluorescence imaging workflows.
- Includes binocular 45°/23 head with P1 10x/23 optics and selectable eyepiece or side camera viewing.
- Equipped with X-Cite 120Q illumination and a built-in adapter feeding a 4-position filter turret.
- Enhancing components, such as fluorescence filter cubes have been added (Other components are available).
- Features a 5-position turret with 5xPh1, 10xPh1, and 20xPh2 objectives plus an LD 0.4 condenser.
- Comes with a mechanical XY stage, plate/slide holders, CMOS camera, and all required cables for operation.

Suited for the following applications as configured:

- Routine cell culture monitoring and morphology assessment
- Fluorescent labeling studies
- Live or fixed cell imaging in slides, dishes, or multi-well plates
- Phase contrast observation of unstained cells and microorganisms
- Verification of transfection, reporter expression, or tagged proteins
- General biomedical, microbiology, and materials inspection tasks

Other potential applications:

- Tracking cell growth, viability, and confluence over time
- Imaging fluorescence-based assays such as apoptosis or proliferation markers
- Examination of tissue sections and prepared histology samples
- Particle, droplet, or suspension analysis in materials or environmental samples
- Monitoring yeast, bacteria, or algae cultures under brightfield or phase contrast
- Fluorescent bead imaging for calibration, alignment, or training purposes

- Datasheet: Zeiss Axio Vert.A1 Inverted Microscope datasheet
- Brochure: Zeiss Axio Vert.A1 Inverted Microscope brochure
- Manual: Zeiss Axio Vert.A1 Inverted Microscope manual

Check out our microscopy capabilities:

https://www.bostonind.com/our-microscopy-capabilities

REASONS WHY THESE CUSTOMERS CHOOSE TO ORDER FROM US

- They want to ensure the microscope is customized to fit their application
- They want to ensure that internal optics are properly cleaned
- They want to ensure that internal mechanical mechanisms are lubricated and aligned
- They want to ensure that image quality is verified at the sample point for field distortion and uniformity
- They want to ensure that the fluorescence intensity is verified at the sample point
- They want to ensure NEW fluorescence filters are installed just the same as buying a new microscope
- They want to ensure that if paired with a motorized XY stage, it is lubricated and does not skip steps
- They want an option to upgrade the camera to sCMOS and the light source to Lumencor or X-Cite LED
- They want training to learn how to operate the microscope
- They want a reliable warranty
- They want peace of mind knowing it will be safely and professionally packed for shipping

Our Advantage

- We make sure to match the microscope capabilities to your requirements.
- We have experience servicing and repairing these microscopes.
- This microscope goes through an extensive set of service steps before shipping.
- We offer detailed photos and videos of the microscopes you buy.
- We are an approved pre-owned equipment vendor to many large US, Canadian, and EU Universities.
- We are an approved pre-owned equipment vendor to many Fortune 500 US and International Biopharma companies.
- Many upgrade and repair parts are in stock.
- Remote installation and microscope operation training are available.
- On-site installation may be available in the Boston Area (New England area)
- Expert US or International shipping is available (see the shipping tab on how we pack and feel at ease)

Our Guarantee

- Warranty
- An extended warranty may be available.
- You get after-sales technical support.
- Customer references are available.
- The microscope will be complete and working!
- Smooth process from the initial quote to order fulfillment.

*SM* Small Crate

300#

PLEASE NOTE QUESTIONS BELOW ARE ANSWERED IN MORE THOROUGH DETAIL ON OUR WEBSITE

Q: I am not 100% sure about the configuration I need, can your team assist me with selecting the right microscope for me?

A: Absolutely, we can start with your application, samples, or challenge to assist you in selecting the right configuration and the right microscope for you.

Q: Can you make the necessary modifications to the standard configuration to fit my application?

A: Certainly, we carry a large variety of upgrade components to ensure the final microscope configuration will fit your application

Q: What steps do you take to verify, service, and confirm the functionality of this Microscope?

A: Each microscope goes through extensive service to ensure it performs to specification.

Q: Can I view this microscope in person at your facility or do a live Zoom demo before it is shipped to me?

A: We can accommodate both in-person or Zoom demos.

Q: What about the warranty?

A: The microscope comes fully warranted for both parts and labor.

Q: Do you offer installation, service, etc?

A: We offer remote installation and training packages to get you familiar with this microscope

Q: What should I watch out for when buying a used/pre-owned microscope from another lab?

A: That it has no missing, broken, or incorrect parts for your application, any mechanical or motorized components have been serviced and lubricated, controller issues, good quality filter cubes, proper and undamaged objectives, and most importantly no dust in the light path or objectives.

Q: Do you have these and other microscopes on hand?

A: We carry this and many other microscopes from Nikon, Zeiss, Olympus, and Leica.

Q: I am from the University or College, do you accept Purchase Orders?

A: We accept purchase orders from all major US and Canadian universities.

Q: How fast will you ship?

A: We can ship within 2-3 days to about 2 weeks, depending on the final configuration required.

Q: Will my instrument be insured during shipping?

A: Absolutely! We insure all our shipments as long as we are the shipper. If a customer ships on their account, they handle insurance.

Q: Have you packed and shipped microscopes in the past?

A: We have extensive experience in safely shipping high-end and complex microscopes all over the world.

Q: Do you ship Internationally?

A: So far, we have shipped to almost every continent and over 30 countries.

Q: How much will I save buying it pre-owned, and is it worth it?

A: When compared to buying a new one, you will save up to 60% to 80% and have plenty of funds left over for an additional instrument or two.