Olympus IX81 Inverted Research Microscope with IX2-ILL100 Illumination Unit

Module Feature

IX81 is Olympus high-end motorized inverted research microscope built on UIS2 universal infinity optical platform. It supports brightfield, phase contrast, DIC and multi-channel fluorescence observation. Motorized turret, Z-axis focusing and light path switching enable automated imaging sequences. IX2-ILL100 is the matched transmitted light illuminator module for IX2 series, providing stable halogen illumination for transmitted light observation, with intensity adjustable via controller. The modular architecture allows easy addition of fluorescence cubes, CCD camera ports, incubation stage and auto-shutter. It is widely used for live cell culture observation, immunofluorescence, drug screening and tissue slice analysis in biological and pharmaceutical laboratories.

Working principle

Light from IX2-ILL100 illuminator passes through condenser and penetrates the specimen on the stage. Objective lens collects transmitted or fluorescence emission light and forms an infinity-corrected optical image. Light path selector diverts image to binocular eyepiece or camera port. Motorized components execute focus and filter switching commands from control software for automated image acquisition.

Onboard componentsIX81 main microscope stand, motorized nosepiece, Z drive unit, condenser assembly, binocular observation head, side camera port; IX2-ILL100 lamp house, halogen bulb, intensity control circuit, light guide interface, power connector.

LED indicatorsIlluminator panel LED for power and lamp status.

Hardware self‑diagnosisMotor drive self-check detects position sensor error, travel limit and motor overload; illuminator monitors lamp failure and overheat protection. Fault information displays on controller or software interface.

Programming softwareOlympus IX2-BSW control software for automation, capture and parameter setup.

Electrical & Process Parameters

Model:IX81 / IX2-ILL100 Brand:Olympus Device type:Motorized Inverted Research Microscope + Transmitted Light Illuminator Optical system:UIS2 Infinity Corrected Illuminator:IX2-ILL100 Halogen transmitted light Power supply:100~240V AC Function:Biological live cell, fluorescence and transmitted light microscopic imaging

Mechanical & Structure

Mounting:Bench table placement Protection class:IP20 Housing:Cast metal microscope stand

Environmental

Operating temperature:18℃ ~ 28℃ Storage temperature:-10℃ ~ +40℃ Ambient humidity:30~80% non‑condensing Certification:CE compliant Status:Olympus original laboratory optical spare set

Installation

Place microscope on vibration isolation table. Install IX2-ILL100 illuminator and connect light guide to the stand. Connect mains power and control cable. Install objectives, filter cubes and camera as required. Run lamp warm-up and center condenser alignment before sample observation. Replace halogen lamp periodically when brightness decays.

InterfaceLight guide coupling port, power inlet, motor control communication connector, camera C-mount port.

Diagnostic

No transmitted light: Burned halogen bulb, power supply fault or loose light guide connection. Motor cannot move: Limit trigger, motor drive fault or communication cable disconnection. Image uneven brightness: Condenser misalignment, dirty lens or lamp aging. Software cannot connect: Wrong COM port setting, control board fault.

Product BriefOlympus IX81 motorized inverted fluorescence microscope, equipped with IX2-ILL100 transmitted light halogen illuminator, UIS2 infinity optics, used for live cell imaging and biological fluorescence research.