Question 1

What are the components of a microscope and their functions?

Accepted Answer

While each microscope will have individual components depending on the model, level, and application, there are a number of parts and functions you can expect to find in any microscope. These include:   Eyepiece lens Also called an “ocular lens,” the eyepiece lens is simply the lens you look through, located at the top of the microscope.   Objective lens The objective lens is made up of a much more complex set of lenses, and it is the optical element which is located closest to the sample. By gathering light from the sample, the objective lens is the microscope component that produces the image you see through the eyepiece   Stage The stage is the component on which your slides and samples are placed.     Illuminator The illuminator refers to the light source component of your microscope. This light source shines through the slide and your sample, allowing the magnified image to be transmitted through the lens. Often microscopes will have their own built-in light source, though mirrors reflecting an external light source can also be used in place of a built-in light.   Rack stop The rack stop is a microscope adjustment component that controls how close the objective lens sits in relation to the slide.    Condenser  The condenser is the microscope component that focuses the light shining up through the specimen on the stage, allowing sharper images at higher magnifications.

Question 2

Are standard and custom items available for OEM?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Standard items are typically stocked and ready to ship for small quantities. Larger quantities are subject to a 30-45 day lead time if communicated in advanced. Custom items are a case by case basis and complexity of the item is a large factor – however, every type of specification is reviewable.

Question 3

Does Olympus offer engineering support for OEM?

Accepted Answer

Simply put, yes. Our optical engineers and designers are here to support OEM optical, mechanical, and electrical questions and development. Part of being an OEM lends itself to work by both parties, but Olympus is here to support simple technical specification requests up to more advanced optical ray trace analysis.

Question 4

How are my technology and development plans protected?

Accepted Answer

If detailed information needs to be disclosed, we can execute an NDA and communicate freely on specifications, designs, and optical recommendations.

OEM Microscope Components for Integration

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