For Sale Zeiss AXIO Observer Z1 Inverted Fluorescence Motorized Microscope Pred Zeiss Observer 7
The Predecessor to Zeiss Observer 7 Inverted Fluorescence Microscope
Condition, availability, and customization
• Fully functional, serviced, and in good condition
• Optics professionally cleaned
• *Comes with Brand New Fluorescence Filter Sets*
• Can be custom configured to the requirements of your application
• Will arrive timely, complete, and ready to be used
Zeiss Observer Z1 Fluorescence Microscope Overview
(Final microscope capabilities will depend on the modifications you request)
Grade:
• Research Grade Microscope
Microscopy types as configured:
• For Brightfield and Fluorescence Microscopy
Suited for the following applications as configured:
• High-quality imaging of live cells, tissues, microorganisms, and other
Installed automation/motorized components:
• Motorized lightpath
• Motorized/automated Z-Axis Drive
• Motorized filter cube turret
• Motorized condenser
• Motorized objective(nosepiece) turret
• Motorized XY Stage
Benefits of motorized/Automated Z-Axis drive:
• Automatic parfocality adjustment
• The ability to recall previously saved focus levels
• Automated management of Z positioning/ Fine-coarse control
Imaging of Samples:
• Ability to take still images and live videos of your samples
Imaging software highlights:
• 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
• Multi-frame (Time lapse/Image acquisition over time)
• Multi-slice (Z coordinate/Z Stacking)
• Multi-position (XY coordinate/Stitching/Mosaic)
This is our Standard Zeiss Observer Z1 Fluorescence Microscope Configuration:
Microscope Base:
• Zeiss Observer Z1 Base with camera port
• with a Motorized(Automated) Z-Axis Drive
Microscope Head:
• Binocular Head
• Two Eyepieces
Fluorescence Light Path:
• Zeiss fluorescence lightpath built into the base
Fluorescence Illumination:
• Exfo X-Cite 120
• Light guide
• Colliminating adapter
Fluorescence filter cube turret:
• Motorized 5-position filter cube turret
Fluorescence filters:
• Three empty filter cubes
• Three Brand New filter sets of either DAPI, FITC, Texas Red, CY5, CY3
Brightfield Light Path:
• Illumination Tower
Brightfield Illumination:
• 100 Watt halogen light source
• 100 Watt halogen power supply built into the base
Objective Turret:
• Motorized 6-position objectives turret
Objectives:
• 5x/0.15 Plan-Neofluar
• 10x/0.30 Plan-Neofluar
• 20x/0.40 Plan-Neofluar
Condenser:
• Mechanical condenser
Stage:
• Motorized Stage XY
• Controller
• Joystick
Stage Insert/Medium:
• As configured, it may be used with microplates slides or Petri dishes
Camera ports:
• 100% Eyepiece, 0% Camera
• 20% Eyepiece, 80% Camera
• 0% Eyepiece, 100% Camera
Camera adapter:
• 1x C-mount adapter
Camera:
• CMOS USB 3.0 10MP Camera
Computer:
• Dell laptop computer
Software
• Windows 10
• Micromanager w/ImageJ Software
• Camera software
Accessories:
• Necessary power and communication cables
Modifications and Upgrades Available (thousands of components on hand)
Most customers do elect to have microscopes configured to their requirements.
Configurations (In addition to installed Brightfield, and Fluorescence)
• Phase Contrast, DIC, or Polarization Add-on Components may be added (subject to availability)
Maximum Magnification:
• Microscope can be configured for magnification between 40x and 1000x (with 10x Eyepieces)
• Higher magnification Zeiss microscope objectives
• Various high-end objectives
Fluorescence Capabilities:
• 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)
• Extra Filter cubes
• Xenon, Metal Halide, or LED Fluorescence microscope light sources
Imaging Capabilities:
• Various advanced CCD and sCMOS camera options for higher-quality images
Motorized/Automation Capabilities:
• In addition to installed motorized capabilities, it can be configured with:
• Motorized condenser, TFT controller, motorized high-speed shutter
Biological Samples:
• May be set up with other motorized XY stage kits for multi-slide scanning or full microplate scan
Happy to help build and configure the right microscope for you!
Most Requested Customer Upgrades
• High-End CCD, sCMOS, or EMCCD Camera
• LED or Metal Halide Fluorescence Light Source
• Phase Contrast, Polarization, or the DIC configurations
• Higher Magnification Objectives
• Higher performance Fluor or APO objectives
• Motorized XY Stage Kit (stage, controller, joystick)
How to decide between a refurbished and brand-new comparable microscope
Will I save much by buying it pre-owned?
• Add many upgrades noted above
• Add a 1-Year Extended Warranty
• Add Setup and Training
• Get imaging capabilities comparable to Zeiss Observer 7 Microscope
• Get imaging quality comparable to Zeiss Observer 7 Microscope
• Get all upgrades from one place
• Still, save up to $80,000 vs buying new
Our Advantage
• We are passionate about microscopy!
• We offer detailed photos and video of the microscope in action
• Are an approved vendor to most large US and Canadian Universities & Colleges
• Are an approved vendor to many US and International Biopharma companies
• We carry hundreds of advanced research microscopes in stock
• Thousands of upgrade, modification, and repair parts in stock
• Remote installation and microscope operation training packages
• International shipping is no problem
Our Guarantee
• In Stock, Multiple Zeiss Observer Z1 Microscopes on hand if you require more than one
• The microscope comes with parts and a labor 90 Days Warranty
• An extended 1-year warranty option may be available with optional yearly renewal for North American customers
• Remote installation and training options
• Smooth process from the initial quote to custom order fulfillment
• Customer references at many universities
PLEASE NOTE QUESTIONS BELOW ARE ANSWERED IN A 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 necessary modifications to the standard configuration to best fit my application
A: Certainly, we carry a large variety of upgrade components to assure the final microscope build will match your application
Q: What steps do you take to verify, service, and confirm the functionality of the Zeiss Observer Z1 Fluorescence Microscope?
A: Each microscope goes thru very extensive service to ensure it will perform to specification.
Q: Can I view this Zeiss Observer Z1 inverted 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: Warranty is 90 Days, with an extended warranty option available 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 Zeiss Observer Z1 Microscope
Q: What should I watch out for when buying a Zeiss Observer Z1 inverted Microscope used/pre-owned 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 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 customer ship on their account, they handle insurance.
Q: How do you pack? Have you packed and shipped microscopes in the past? Do you ship Internationally?
A: We have extensive experience in shipping high-end and complex microscopes. Please check our website bostonind.com for photos of how it is done.
Q: Do you ship Internationally?
A: We have so far shipped to every continent and over 30 countries.
Q: How much will I save buying it pre-owned, and is it worth it?
A: When comparing to buying a new Zeiss Observer 7 Fluorescence Microscope you can save up to $80,000 and have plenty of funds left over for another instrument
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Return Policy
Items are sold as-is with no returns or refunds available unless explicitly stated.
