Axio Imager 2
Polarized light microscope provides identification of anisotropic materials based on their interaction with polarized light. The Axio Imager 2 is Zeiss' modular high-grade option with several automated/motorized features.
Availability: Commercially Available
Manufacturer |
| Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH |
Product Name |
| Axio Imager 2 |
Detection Category |
| Chemical; Biological; Explosives; |
Detection Principle |
| Microscopy; |
Detection Method |
| Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM); |
Application |
| Laboratory Analysis; |
Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
Product Synopsis |
| Polarized light microscope provides identification of anisotropic materials based on their interaction with polarized light. The Axio Imager 2 is Zeiss' modular high-grade option with several automated/motorized features. |
Availability |
| Commercially Available |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Dimensions |
| 68.2 cm x 38.9 cm x 50.5 cm (LxWxH) |
Weight |
| >50 lbs. |
Noise Produced |
| None |
Transportability |
| Benchtop/Fixed |
Ruggedness |
| None; Fragile |
Operating Conditions |
| Laboratory |
Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Glass slides, coverslips |
Solvents/Reagents |
| As needed for microchemical reactions and recrystallizations |
Calibration Schedule |
| Before use |
Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Bulb replacement and lens/filter cleaning as needed. |
Available Accessories |
| Mechanical stage, compensators/filters, camera control units |
Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Camera optional |
Communications Interface |
| Touchscreen on-board |
Expected Operational Life |
| Decades |
Maintenance Cost |
| $100/year |
Tested For Explosives |
| All |
Tested For Narcotics |
| All |
Other Chemical Targets |
| General chemicals, geologic crystalline materials, fibers |
Tested For Biological Agents |
| All |
Other Biological Targets |
| All |
Sample Introduction |
| Solid; Liquid |
Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| µg; up to 1000x magnification |
Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| <10 seconds |
Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds) |
Total Run Time |
| <10 min |
Software Control |
| None |
Other Operational Parameters |
| Diascopic, episcopic, orthoscopic and conoscopic observations available |
Training Required |
| >1 week training |
Training Available |
| PLM training available |
Manuals Available |
| Yes |
ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| No |
IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| No |
Data File Type Format |
| Picture format (.jpeg or equivalent) with camera option |