Diatoms - Nature’s Jewels viewed with a Microscope
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Diatoms are unicellular algae (Division Chrysophyta, Class Bacillariophyceae). Diatoms are microscopic in size, live in water, soil and moist en...
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AE2000
Binocular - with PL PH 20X
$3,449
The AE2000 is a revolutionary design that is packed with features and sets a new benchmark in affordable inverted microscopy. Motic’s AE2000 inverted microscope is designed for routine live cell inspection with an easy and flexible set up, ideal for university, routine-clinical, and lab environments. The model’s main applications offer superior image quality when viewing cell cultures in microbiology, living organisms and tissue culture samples. The entire microscope including optical system is manufactured completely lead free, following the International RoHS regulations.
| Model | AE2000 Binocular | AE2000 Trinocular |
| Observation tube | Binocular head, Siedentopf type, 360° swiveling | Trinocular head, Siedentopf type, 360° swiveling |
| Optical system | Colour Corrected Infinity Optical System (CCIS®) | Colour Corrected Infinity Optical System (CCIS®) |
| Condenser | ELWD condenser N.A. 0.30 (WD = 72mm) with filter holder | ELWD condenser N.A. 0.30 (WD = 72mm) with filter holder |
| Diaphragm | Iris diaphragm | Iris diaphragm |
| Diopter adjustment | On both eyepieces, +/- 5 diopter | On both eyepieces, +/- 5 diopter |
| Eyepieces | Widefield N-WF10X/20mm with diopter adjustment | Widefield N-WF10X/20mm with diopter adjustment |
| Fine focus precision | 2µm | 2µm |
| Focus mechanism | Coaxial coarse and fine focusing system with tension adjustment | Coaxial coarse and fine focusing system with tension adjustment |
| Focusing stroke | 8mm | 8mm |
| Free working distance | Working distance without condenser 184mm | Working distance without condenser 184mm |
| Illumination features | Auto on/off | Auto on/off |
| Illumination interchangeability | Quartz halogen 6V/30W or LED 3W | Quartz halogen 6V/30W or LED 3W |
| Inclination | 45° inclined | 45° inclined |
| Interpupillary distance | 48-75mm | 48-75mm |
| Nosepiece | Left side facing quadruple | Left side facing quadruple |
| Objective classification | CCIS® Plan Achromatic, DIN | CCIS® Plan Achromatic, DIN |
| Objective mounting thread | W 4/5"x1/36" (RMS standard) | W 4/5"x1/36" (RMS standard) |
| Objectives | 4X/0.10 (WD 12.6mm), PH10X/0.25 (WD 4.1mm), [Optional] LWD PH20X/0.30 (WD 4.7mm), [Optional] LWD 40X/0.50 (WD 3.0mm) | 4X/0.10 (WD 12.6mm), PH10X/0.25 (WD 4.1mm), [Optional] LWD PH20X/0.30 (WD 4.7mm), [Optional] LWD 40X/0.50 (WD 3.0mm) |
| Phase contrast | Slider | Slider |
| Stage | Plain stage with metal and glass stage inserts | Plain stage with metal and glass stage inserts |
| Stage size | 200x239mm | 200x239mm |
| Stand type | Inverted | Inverted |
| Standard contrast technique | Brightfield, phase contrast | Brightfield, phase contrast |
| Transmitted illumination | Quartz Halogen 6V/30W with intensity control | Quartz Halogen 6V/30W with intensity control |
| Transformer | External | External |
| Power supply | 100-240V (CE) | 100-240V (CE) |
| Accessories included | Dust cover, power cord, blue, green and neutral density filters, phase ring Ph1, centering telescope, centering keys | Dust cover, power cord, blue, green and neutral density filters, phase ring Ph1, centering telescope, centering keys |
| Dimensions LxWxH | 556x218x496mm | 556x218x496mm |
| Weight Net | 12.2kg | 12.2kg |
Contrast Methods - Phase Contrast on AE2000 & AE31E
Discover how to perform the Phase contrast method on our AE2000 & AE31E inverted microscopes.
How to adjust the tension of the focusing system (ring). E.g. AE Series
Learn how easy it is to adjust the tension of the focusing system of your Motic microscope.
How to mount the reticle into the eyepiece
Learn how easy it is to mount a reticle into the eyepiece of your Motic microscope.
How to avoid repairs in your microscope
Do you want to know how to keep your microscope in its best condition? In this video, we will give you some basic tricks to carry out; before, during, and after its use and thus avoid possible repairs.
At Motic Instruments, we take pride in the quality of our products and our user experience. That's why we offer technical advice and full post-sale support to keep your Motic products in optimal condition and ensure your microscopy results are of the highest quality. All of our microscopes are covered by a 5 year warranty on mechanical components and 1 year warranty on electrical components.
All returns must be authorized by Motic Instruments in order to insure proper credit and must be requested within 15 days of purchase. All returns may be subject to a 25% restocking charge and any cancellations may be subject to a cancellation fee. For returns not due to Motic error, the customer is responsible for all transportation fees related to the returned product. Should a return be granted, the purchase amount less shipping & handling fee and other applicable fees (restocking charge) will be deducted.