Motic® AE31E Inverted Microscope

The Motic^® AE31 Elite inverted microscopes provide excellent optical quality and unmatched operational convenience. The Color Corrected Infinity Optical System (CCIS^®) allows new accessories and functions to be incorporated into the AE30/31 inverted microscopes at any time. The CCIS^® infinity design has succeeded in achieving longer working distances with higher Numerical Apertures (NA) representing a significant improvement in optical performance and versatility.

A complete range of eyepieces and objectives are available to configure the AE31 Elite for your application.

Microscope Stand

The design of the AE31 Elite series inverted microscopes has been optimized to integrate all functions enabling effective ergonomics and maximum expandability. The wide base provides strength and rigidity; furthermore the inverted "Y" support at the back on the base provides extra lateral stability. The size of the microscope is compact to minimize the footprint and conserve the limited desk space available in modern laboratories.

The ergonomic design of the AE31 Elite enables easy and stress-free operation. The coaxial coarse/fine focusing knobs, controls for the stage and light intensity, are placed conveniently at your finger tips to minimize fatigue.

Light Source

The 6V/30W halogen Koehler illumination system provides bright, even illumination at any magnification. The "only-one-in-its-class" centerable lamp is housed externally and has an externally operated control mechanism for all facets of illumination. A segmented illumination intensity indicator is ideally located for easy viewing.

An energy saving Auto-Off feature turns the instrument off if not used for 15 minutes. New Light Memory function, based on encoded five position nosepiece, will recall the last light intensity setup when changing ot a respective objective. Once set, there is no need to adjust the illumination when changing magnification.

Observation Tubes

In order to maintain absolute parfocality, the Siedentopf eyepiece tubes will not change their length when interpupillary adjustments are made. The inclination of 45° for the binocular and trinocular tubes is chosen for comfort and posture management.

Trinocular version features professional light distribution slider for 100% binocular and 20/80% for binocular/photo. The trinocular heads are ideal for digital documentation and video projection.

Focusable Eyepieces

The standard Wide field 10x eyepieces for the AE31 Elite with an enlarged field of view of 22mm provides enlarged viewing fields for faster scanning and easier viewing. Parfocal focus is provided by independent diopter adjustment on each eyepiece. Users wearing eyeglasses will find the eyepieces' high eye point design very comfortable to use. Various graticules for measuring and counting are available for these eyepieces.

Quintuple Revolving Nosepiece

The revolving left side facing nosepiece accepts five objectives. It runs on precision ball bearings and has internal positive click stops so that the image remains centered after each change in magnification. The internal components and the optics are sealed against fluid spills to ensure reliable and trouble-free usage. This allows the operator to concentrate fully on imaging the specimen and not to worry about accidentally damaging the microscope.

Objectives

The CCIS^® objectives for inverted microscopes have long free working distances in comparison to normal objectives of the same magnification. The objectives are optically corrected to compensate for 1.1mm thick glass slides and provide easy routine operation. RMS thread.

Phase Contrast Microscopy

Phase contrast is the most popular optical contrast method for viewing the detailed structure of unstained or living specimens. The Phase Plan Achromat objectives, coupled with the easy-to-operate phase slider, provide outstanding contrast for the most demanding applications. For a quick and easy change of magnification, Ph1 annular ring is provided on the centerable phase slider.

Condenser Mount

The centerable condenser mount is height adjustable with rack and pinion and is dovetail mounted on the illuminating pillar with a solid clamp screw. The ELWD condenser with a numerical aperture of 0.30 and a working distance of 72mm is suitable for objectives of magnification from 4x - 40x with an aperture diaphragm in the bright field Koehler illumination and for phase contrast.

The phase annular ring Ph1 for 10x, 20x and 40x and Ph0 for 4x are centered by Allen Hex keys on the centerable slider.

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.

Digital Documentation

The integration of the AE31 Elite Trinocular microscope with the Moticam^®series of digital cameras delivers crisp video images. All Moticam® cameras come with software to transform the AE31 Elite into an analysis and documentation station. With USB 2.0 output to the computer, the system provides high resolution imaging in both real-time and capture modes. Should you choose a Motic^® or third-party camera, Motic^®provides a range of C-mount adapters which are necessary for trinocular port attachment.

Standard Photomicrography

Use of a traditional SLR style camera requires a trinocular version of the AE31 Elite. A mechanical T-mount adapter combined with a photo eyepiece (2.5x or 4x) must be fitted to the microscope.

A T/T2 adapter (supplied by the camera manufacturer) may also be necessary for this application.

Motic^® AE31 Elite Technical Specifications
Optical System	Parfocal distance 45mm CCIS^® Optical System (Color Corrected Infinity System)
Observation tube	Siedentopf 45° Binocular or Trinocular heads
Eyepiece	Widefield WF 10x (FN22) with diopter adjustment
Nosepiece	Quintuple 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.
Substage Illumination	6V/30W Quartz Halogen lamp in centerable housing and integrated diffuser
Condenser	ELWD NA 0.30/72mm or LWD NA 0.50/28mm both focusable
Power Requirements	Universal; 110-240V; 50/60Hz

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Description

Unit

Price

Order / Quote

Complete Systems for the Motic^® AE31 Elite

22439-10

AE31 Elite Binocular Inverted Microscope, WF10x/22 Eyepieces, Plan Achromat PL4x Plan Achromat Phase 10x and 20x objectives, ELWD condenser, Phase slider, PH1 phase centering telescope, plain stage, 6V/30W Quartz illumination

each

$4292.00

Qty:

22439-12

AE31 Elite Trinocular (80/20) Inverted Microscope, WF10x/22 Eyepieces, Plan Achromat PL4x Plan Achromat Phase 10x and 20x objectives, ELWD condenser, Phase slider, PH1, and phase centering telescope, plain stage, 6V/30W Quartz illumination

each

4158.00

Qty:

Main Body

22439-15

AE31 Elite Main Body with quintuple nosepiece, plain stage, 45° binocular, Koehler illumination 6V/30W

each

2523.00

Qty:

22439-16

AE31 Elite (80/20) Main Body with quintuple nosepiece, plain stage, 45° trinocular, Koehler illumination 6V/30W

each

2847.00

Qty:

All AE31 Elite microscopes include 45mm blue, neutral density and green filter, power cord, allen hex key, vinyl dust cover. Universal power supply 110-240V, 50/60Hz