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Biological Microscope Overview
Biological Microscope Comparison

Motic AE20 and AE21
Affordable Inverted Microscopes

For teaching and lab applications

Motic DMBA200 Biological Light Microscope 

The AE20/21 value series of inverted microscopes provide excellent mechanical and optical quality. The Color Corrected Infinity Optical System (CCIS) maximizes optical clarity and future expansion of the AE20/21 inverted microscope at any time. The AE20/21 design has the capability for phase contrast microscopy for which many optional accessories are available. There is a choice of a binocular (AE20) and a trinocular (AE21) type microscope. The trinocular microscope allows for adapting video and photo cameras.

A complete range of eyepieces and objectives is available to configure the AE20/21 for your application: all options are shown on the Motic AE20 and AE21 Microscope Systems Diagram.

Microscope Stand

The stand of the AE20/21 inverted microscope provides excellent stability and enables easy and stress free operation. Control for focus, light intensity and the optional mechanical stage are easy to reach.

Light Source and Condenser

The AE20/21 microscopes feature a class leading 6V/30W quartz halogen illumination system providing bright and even illumination at any time. A LED light intensity indicator is conveniently placed at the side of the microscope body.

The pre-centered system comprises a removable condenser allowing for flasks and Petri dishes as high as 180mm to be accommodated on the stage.


Observation Tube

The inclination of 45° for the Siedentopf binocular and trinocular tubes is chosen for comfort and posture management. The trinocular versions feature a professional light distribution slide with 20/80% for binocular/photo. The trinocular head is ideal for digital documentation and video projection.


Focusable Eyepieces

The standard Wide Field high eye point 10x eyepieces for the AE20/21 provide the large field of view of 20mm. Users wearing eyeglasses will find the eyepieces' high eye point design very comfortable to use.


Quadruple Revolving Nosepiece

The revolving side facing nosepiece accepts four objectives. The precision ball bearings and the click stop centering ensure that the image remains centered after each change in magnification. The components and the optics are sealed against accidental fluid spills.


Objectives

The CCIS E Plan Achromat objectives for inverted microscopes have long free working distances in comparison to normal objectives of the same magnification and provide easy routine operation.


phase contrast condenser

Phase Contrast Microscopy

Phase contrast is the most popular optical contrast method for viewing the detailed structure of unstained or living specimens. The E Plan Phase Achromat objectives, coupled with a simple phase slider, provide outstanding contrast for demanding applications. For a quick and easy change of magnification, a centerable annual ring is provided for 10x and 20x phase objectives in the phase slider. The center position on the slider is designated for bright field microscopy.


Mechanical Stage and accessories

The standard stage is a fixed stage plate: the stage can be widened on both sides with auxiliary stage plates. A hard coating protects the stage surface from abrasion and wear. The tempered glass stage insert allows for checking the objective being used without removing the specimen from the stage.


An optional attachable mechanical stage with Well plate holder with low positioned coaxial controls is available. The mechanical stage also accepts interchangeable specimen holders for Petri dishes and glass slides.

Motic AE20 and AE21 Technical Specifications at a glance
Optical System CCIS Optical System (Color Corrected Infinity System)
Observation tube

Siedentopf 45° Binocular (AE20) or Trinocular heads (AE21)

Eyepiece  Widefield WF 10x (FN20) with diopter adjustment
Nosepiece Quadruple reversed with splash protection
Coarse/Fine focusing  Coaxially positioned control knobs, coarse 42mm/rotation, fine 0.2mm/rotation. Min. increment 2µm. Coarse motion torque adjustable.
Stage Plain stage 200 x 260mm, hard coated surface.
Topstage Illumination 6V/30W Quartz Halogen lamp, pre-centered
Condenser Removable ELWD NA 0.30 condenser

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
Complete Systems for the Motic AE20 and AE21
22433-10
AE20 Binocular Inverted Microscope, WF10x/20 Eyepieces, E Plan Achromat 4x and 40x, E Plan Achromat Phase 10x and 20x objectives, ELWD condenser, Phase slider and phase centering telescope, plain stage, 6V/30W Quartz illumination
each
$2,410.00
Qty:
22433-12
AE21 Trinocular (80/20) Inverted Microscope, WF10x/20 Eyepieces, E Plan Achromat 4x and 40x, E Plan Achromat Phase 10x and 20x objectives, ELWD condenser, Phase slider and phase centering telescope, plain stage, 6V/30W Quartz illumination
each
2,673.00
Qty:
Systems without the E PL 40x objective
22433-14
AE20 Binocular Inverted Microscope, WF10x/20 Eyepieces, E Plan Achromat 4x, E Plan Achromat Phase 10x and 20x objectives, ELWD condenser, Phase slider and phase centering telescope, plain stage, 6V/30W Quartz illumination
each
1,990.00
Qty:
22433-15
AE21 Trinocular (80/20) Inverted Microscope, WF10x/20 Eyepieces, E Plan Achromat 4x, E Plan Achromat Phase 10x and 20x objectives, ELWD condenser, Phase slider and phase centering telescope, plain stage, 6V/30W Quartz illumination
each
2,253.00
Qty:
all AE20/21 microscopes include 45mm blue, neutral density and green filter, power cord, allen hex key, vinyl dust cover. Universal power supply 100-240


Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
Accessories and Options for the Motic AE20 and AE21
Eyepieces (each)
22433-312
WF 10x (FN20), high eyepoint (accepts reticle with 21mm diameter)
each
$40.00
Qty:
22433-313
WF 15x (FN13), high eyepoint
each
49.00
Qty:
E Plan Achromat Objectives - E PL INV
22433-350
CCIS E Plan Achromat Objective 4x/0.1 (WD=14.2mm)
each
63.00
Qty:
22433-351
CCIS E Plan Achromat Objective 10x/0.25 (WD=6.3mm)
each
82.00
Qty:
E Plan Achromat Long Working Distance Objectives - E PL LWD INV
22433-352
CCIS E Plan Achromatic Objective 20x/0.4 (WD=5.5mm)
each
199.00
Qty:
22433-353
CCIS E Plan Achromatic Objective 40x/0.6 (WD=2.1mm)
each
420.00
Qty:
E Plan Achromat Phase Long Working Distance Objectives - E PL PH LWD INV
22433-345
CCIS E Plan Achromat Phase Objective 10x/0.25 (WD=6.3mm)
each
99.00
Qty:
22433-346
CCIS E Plan Achromat Phase Objective 20x/0.40 (WD=5.5mm)
each
252.00
Qty:
22433-347
CCIS E Plan Achromat Phase Objective 40x/0.65 (WD=2.1mm)
each
525.00
Qty:
Phase Contrast Equipment
22433-365
Phase Slider, centerable PH1 (10x-21x) bright field
each
126.00
Qty:
22433-366
Phase Ring PH3 (40x)
each
32.00
Qty:
22433-370
Phase Centering Telescope (23.2mm)
each
84.00
Qty:
Stage Accessories
22434-440
Glass Insert
each
16.00
Qty:
22434-441
Metal Insert
each
32.00
Qty:
22434-442
Auxiliary Stages (paired)
each
54.00
Qty:
22434-443
Attachable Mechanical Stage with well plate holder (128 x 86mm)
each
583.00
Qty:
22434-444
Well Plate Holder (132 x 88mm)
each
73.00
Qty:
22434-445
35mm Petri Dish Holder
each
52.00
Qty:
22434-446
54mm Petri Dish Holder
each
52.00
Qty:
22434-447
65mm Petri Dish Holder
each
52.00
Qty:
22434-448
Hemacytometer Holder
each
52.00
Qty:
Photo and C-mount Video Adapters
22430-400
2.5x SLR Projection Lens, requires photo eyepiece
each
105.00
Qty:
22430-402
Photo Eyepiece 2.5x for photo adapter #22430-300
each
179.00
Qty:
22430-404
Photo Eyepiece 4x for photo adapter #22430-300
each
142.00
Qty:
22430-405
1.0x C-mount Camera Adapter (no lens)
each
132.00
Qty:
22430-406
0.65x C-mount Adapter for 2/3" chip sensors
each
132.00
Qty:
22430-407
0.5x C-mount Camera Adapter for 1/2" chip sensors
each
132.00
Qty:
Optional Accessories and Replacements
22431-422
Blue Filter (45mm)
each
10.00
Qty:
22431-423
Didymium Filter (45mm)
each
60.00
Qty:
22434-424
Neutral Density Filter ND-2 (45mm)
each
16.00
Qty:
22432-425
Green Interference Filter (45mm)
each
29.00
Qty:
22431-230
Quartz Halogen Lamp, 6V/30W
each
20.00
Qty:

Digital Cameras for AE21 Inverted Microscope #22433-12 and #22433-15

Requires CCD Adapter, Prod. No. 22430-407 (see above).

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
Moticam Digital Cameras
2290-81
Moticam 1000, 1.3 Megapixel CCD Camera
each
$399.00
Qty:
2290-100
Moticam 2000, 2.0 Megapixel Digital Color Camera
each
699.00
Qty:
2290-120
Moticam 2300, 3.0 Megapixel Digital Color Camera
each
899.00
Qty:
2290-125
Moticam 2500, 5.0 Megapixel Digital Color Camera
each
1,295.00
Qty:

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