OPTO-EDU A14.1098 Auto Research Level Inverted Biological
Microscope
Advanced motorized inverted biological microscope designed for life
science research applications. Features comprehensive observation
capabilities including bright field, phase contrast, and optional
dark field, polarization, DIC, and fluorescence observation
methods.
Key Features
- Trinocular head with built-in Bertrand lens and SW10x/22mm
eyepieces
- Infinity Plan Semi-APO PH objectives: 10x, 20x, 40x
- 5.7" LCD touch screen for intuitive control interface
- Motorized sextuple nosepiece with objective protection
- Motorized X/Y/Z stage with high precision positioning
- Motorized phase contrast disc and multi-function turret
- Media lens magnification switch 1.0x/1.5x CF
- Multiple video ports on left/right side and trinocular port
- 5W LED Kohler illumination with adjustable brightness

Research Microscope Series Overview
The A14.1098 represents the motorized model in our research
inverted microscope series, upgraded from previous manual and coded
models to provide comprehensive functionality for advanced life
science research applications.
System Condenser
Supports brightfield observation, phase contrast observation, and
DIC observation for maximum experimental flexibility.
Ergonomic Design
Transmitted illumination column ensures larger working space and
convenient sample changing.

N-iPLFN PH Objectives
Semi-apochromatic objectives feature built-in correction rings to
compensate for nonstandard cover glass thickness variations.
Multi-port Optical Path
Optical output selection dial distributes images to different ports
for expanded optical applications.

Intermediate Magnification
Quick switching between 1x and 1.5x intermediate magnification via
smooth turntable operation.
Status Display
Front panel touch screen shows microscope status for convenient use
in darkroom conditions.

Electric Control System
Comprehensive motorized control system enables software operation
of objective lens conversion, focusing, condenser conversion, and
fluorescent module conversion. High-speed electric control
simplifies complex operations while reducing cell exposure time and
phototoxicity for more accurate experimental results.

Motorized Stage
Large stroke, high precision positioning suitable for multi-point
observation applications.
Motorized Condenser
Electric conversion of condenser modules for automated operation.

Z-axis Autofocus
Fast and accurate Z-axis control with high precision positioning.
Motorized Nosepiece
Arbitrary conversion of six objective lenses with DIC capability.

Filter Cube Turret
Random conversion of 6-hole fluorescent modules for flexible
imaging.
Joystick Control
Flexible positioning of electric stage with integrated control.

Front Operation Screen
The A14.1098 features a comprehensive front operation screen that
consolidates all microscope controls including electric focusing,
stage movement, objective lens selection, condenser module
conversion, intermediate magnification conversion, side port output
selection, aperture stop adjustment, and multi-function turntable
conversion.

Fluorescent Imaging Capabilities
Clear observation results obtained using various fluorescent dyes
with optimized excitation modules and filter systems.
Fluorescent Excitation Module
Multi-functional six-station turret structure allows easy removal
from main machine and convenient replacement of various fluorescent
excitation modules.

Diaphragm System
Reflective field diaphragm, aperture diaphragm and filter insert
plate provide versatile imaging capabilities for living cell
studies. Optimal fluorescence intensity adjustment based on
selected fluorescent module and objective lens.

Technical Specifications
| Feature | A14.1096 | A14.1097 | A14.1098 | A16.1096 | A16.1097 | A16.1098 | Catalog No. |
|---|
| Optical System | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | NIS60 Infinite Optical System, Semi-APO |
| Observation Methods | Bright Field ● Phase Contrast ● | Bright Field ● Phase Contrast ● | Bright Field ● Phase Contrast ● Fluorescent ● | Bright Field ● Phase Contrast ● | Bright Field ● Phase Contrast ● | Bright Field ● Phase Contrast ● Fluorescent ● | Optional: Dark Field, Polarizing, DIC |
| LCD Screen | - | ● | - | - | ● | - | 4.3" LCD Information Touch Screen |
| 5.7" LCD Screen | - | - | ● | - | - | ● | 5.7" LCD Information Touch Screen with comprehensive controls |
| Head | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | Seidentopf Trinocular Head with Bertrand Lens |
| Nosepiece | ● | - | - | ● | - | - | Manual Sextuple Nosepiece |
| Coded Nosepiece | - | ● | - | - | ● | - | Coded Manual Sextuple Nosepiece |
| Motorized Nosepiece | - | - | ● | - | - | ● | Motorized Coded Sextuple Nosepiece |
| Focusing | ● | ● | - | ● | ● | - | Coaxial Coarse & Fine Focusing |
| Motorized Focusing | - | - | ● | - | - | ● | Motorized Z-axis with 0.02μm resolution |
| Working Stage | ● | ● | - | ● | ● | - | Three Layer Mechanical Stage |
| Motorized Stage | - | - | ● | - | - | ● | Motorized X/Y Axes Stage |
| Illumination | 12V100W Halogen | 5W LED | 5W LED | 12V100W Halogen | 5W LED | 5W LED | Kohler Illumination |
Note: "●" indicates standard outfits, "○" indicates optional
accessories, "-" indicates unavailable
