Microscope - Axioskop - 1990-2000 - Carl Zeiss

Carl Zeiss Axioskop – Professional research microscope with fluorescence setup & ICS optics
Description:
For sale is a high-quality transmitted-light and fluorescence microscope from the brand Carl Zeiss Germany, model Axioskop. This stand belongs to the legendary series with ICS optics (Infinity Color-Corrected System) and offers outstanding image quality that still meets industrial and medical standards today.
The microscope is in very well-kept condition and is equipped with an external mercury vapor illumination unit for fluorescence applications.
Technical equipment & details:
* Optics system: Infinity optics (ICS) for distortion-free images.
* Binocular tube: comfortable view with interpupillary adjustment and diopter compensation.
* Eyepieces: 2x Zeiss PL 10x/20 (glasses-friendly eyepieces with wide field of view).
* Objective revolver: 5-position ball-bearing.
* Setup (Objectives):
1. Zeiss Achrostigmat 20x/0.45 Ph2 (Phase contrast)
2. Zeiss Achrostigmat 40x/0.65 Ph2 (Phase contrast)
3. Zeiss Plan-Neofluar 100x/1.30 Oil (high-performance oil immersion objective for highest resolution)
* Stage: Large cross-stage with ergonomic drive for precise specimen movement.
* Condenser: Zeiss condenser with iris diaphragm.
Lighting & accessories:
* Transmitted light: Integrated halogen illumination in the stand base (adjustable).
* Fluorescence unit: External Zeiss VHW 50 f-2b power supply for HBO lamps (mercury vapor high-pressure lamps).
* Operating hour counter: The power supply shows only about 248 operating hours – an indication of moderate use so far.
* Accessories: Including slide for fluorescence filter blocks.
Condition:
* Mechanics: All drives (coarse and fine) run smoothly and precisely.
* Optics: The lenses are clean, with no scratches or clouding (delamination).
* Housing: Very good optical condition with minimal signs of wear (see photos).

Legal note (private sale):
The sale is made without any warranty. The exclusion does not apply to claims for damages arising from gross negligence or willful violation of duties of the seller as well as for any breach of life, body and health. Since this is a private sale, there is no right of return, exchange or warranty.