Microscopes

WPI’s FluoroDish™ cell culture dishes are optimally designed for a wide variety of cell culture and embryology experiments including high resolution imaging, live cell imaging, electrophysiological recordings of fluorescently tagged cells, and microinjection.  FluoroDish™ cell culture dishes are far better than standard petri dishes, because they are designed with optical quality glass bottoms, which offer superior imaging using the latest microscopy technology. WPI’s FluoroDishes™ have been cited in over 550 peer-reviewed publications by cell culture laboratories across the world...more

In any laboratory, having key lab supplies is almost as important as having the major equipment. Choosing a reputable supplier of these necessary supplies is as important as having quality laboratory supplies when you need them. WPI wants to be your partner in early drug discovery, and we stock a wide variety of lab supplies, many of which can ship the same business day. Having a variety of lab supplies ready to ship makes us a dependable research partner. Here are some of the popular supplies that we keep on hand to meet your needs for your upcoming experiment...more

Introduction

In the process of ‘cell cycle’, cells grow and divide into two genetically identical daughter cells. It is regulated by a complex signaling pathway which keeps cell homeostasis by regulating cell division and DNA duplication¹. On the other hand, because cancer cells grow and divide indefinitely out of cell cycle control, anti-mitotic drugs are used to suppress abnormal proliferation...more

Introduction

Cytotoxicity refers to the degree of damage to cells. caused by chemical substances or physical factors. Measuring it through cytotoxicity assay is essential for drug development and biological research. Cells undergo complex signaling pathways that causes various cell death processes such as apoptosis, necrosis, and necroptosis. However, most cytotoxicity assays...more

EVOM™ AutoLCI Automated Live Cell Imaging System

An integrated live cell monitoring system for stable imaging of suspension cells in immunological research 

As white blood cells responsible for immune function are suspension cells that travel along blood vessels, immunology studies often use various suspension cell lines originating from white blood cells. Dealing with suspension cells, unlike adherent cells, slight movement of a plate when locating it on the microscope causes the cells to float. Aside from the problems caused by temperature and CO₂ instability, it is in fact not possible to use a traditional microscope to monitor cells in real time. Therefore, in order to stably monitor suspension cells, a live cell imaging device such as EVOM™ AutoLCI that operates...more

The ATC2000 is a low noise heating system for maintaining animal body temperature during expirimental procedures. Here we show you how to use the adaptive mode on the ATC2000 system.

1. Press the Config button to access the configuration menu. Press the Config button again until the adaptive mode Enable displays.

WPI's EVOM™ AutoLCI is an automated live cell imaging system that is equipped with an advanced fluorescence and bright field microscopy, autofocusing and real time multi-position imaging technology. It provides you all the tools you need to acquire the best quality images and accurate research results. Various cell-based research work and applications can be done with this all-around system.

Here we show you how to configure your IP Settings to use the EVOM™ AutoLCI.

The ATC2000 is a low noise heating system for maintaining animal body temperature during experimental procedures. The ATC2000 uses a digital PID controller to regulate the application of power to the heating plate to achieve the desired temperature at the monitored sensor. PID stands for Proportional, Integral and Differential. Here’s how PID control works:

Adjustable Height/Working Distance

WPI's 3D SpectaSCOPE™ Inspection Scope is a true 3D digital stereo optical scope with a host of innovative patent-pending features.

It all starts with the fully optical zoom system, which is sending the smallest details to its two powerful HD 5MP cameras. The images are then transmitted at full speed frame rates to the on-board HD screens, giving you a true three-dimensional image. You choose the most comfortable position for the viewer’s tilting headset. 

The 3D SpectaSCOPE™ is easy to set up. Here we show you how to adjust the height and working distance of the 3D SpectaSCOPE™.

WPI’s 3D SpectaSCOPE™ Inspection Scope is a revolutionary advancement for detailed visual inspection with a host of patent-pending features, including: 

• A self-zooming scope and ergonomically designed head to offer you faster inspections, less fatigue and greater accuracy. 
  Self-focus that employs sophisticated computer algorithms and a large depth of field so your subject remains in focus (even when the working distance changes). 

WPI'S EVOM™ AutoLCI is an automated live cell imaging system that is equipped with an advanced fluorescence and bright field microscopy, autofocusing and real time multi-position imaging technology. It provides you all the tools you need to acquire the best quality images and accurate research results. Various cell-based research work and applications can be done with this all-around system.

Importance of Live Cell Imaging

Starting with the discoveries of microscopes in the 16th centuries, there have been endless desires to peer into objects that cannot be seen by the naked eye. With the development of technology and the introduction of live cell imaging, it has transformed the way researchers study cells, tissues, proteins and other cellular interactions. Live cell imaging (LCI) has became a basic analytical tool in the study of life science. Compared to studying captured images of fixed...more

See what innovation looks like. WPI introduces the 3D SpectaScope™ Inspection Scope. WPI has reinvented the stereo scope for 3D macroscopic imaging.

With patent-pending technology and intuitive copyrighted software, the 3D SpectaSCOPE™ utilizes enhanced reality screen technology and is designed to meet the specific needs of different industries. With an incredible working distance of 300 mm, automatic self-focusing and true 3-dimensional viewing, the 3D SpectaSCOPE™ lets you increase throughput while achieving greater accuracy at the highest detail. The 3D SpectaSCOPE™ is optimal for rework, through-hole assembly and inspections, and it is available in multiple configurations. See what 3D innovation looks like at World Precision Instruments.

This video shows how to setup the heavy boom microscope stand (502004), which can be used with a PZMIII or PZMIV microscope head. The PZMIII and PZMIV require the 502009 76mm focus mount. The setup of the 505606 heavy boom stand is identical. The 505606 uses the 505610 focus mount that is designed for use with the Enhanced Reality Macroscope. The focus mounts are sold separately.

Stand Components

These are the pieces of the boom stand.

(1) Heavy Base

(1) Vertical Post

(1) Guard Ring

(1) Horizontal Bar

(1) Cross Block

(1) Anchoring Screw with Locking Washer

(1) Hex Key

(1) Clutch Handle...more

This video shows how to setup the articulating arm clamp stand for a microscope (502007), which can be used with a PZMIII microscope head. The PZMIII requires the 502009 76mm focus mount. The setup of the 505607 articulating arm stand is identical. The 505607 uses the 505610 focus mount that is designed for use with the Enhanced Reality Macroscope. The focus mounts are sold separately.

Stand Components

These are the pieces of the stand.

(1) Table clamp base

(1) Middle horizontal bar

(1) Adjustable forearm

(2) Clutch handles

(2) Adjustment screws

(2) Ring washers (white)

Set...more

This video shows how to setup the post stand for a microscope (502007), which can be used with a PZMIII microscope head. The PZMIII or PZMIV require the 504947 76mm focus mount. The setup of the 505608 post stand is identical. The 505608 uses the 505609 focus mount that is designed for use with the Enhanced Reality Macroscope. The focus mounts are sold separately.

Stand Components

These are the pieces of the stand.

(1) Base

(1) Vertical Post

(1) Vertical Post Extension

(1) Guard Ring Support

(1) Reversible Plate

(1) Clutch Handle

(1) Post Cap

(1) Focus Mount

504947 Focus Mount included with the 503102...more