CoolLED pE-300ultra High-Speed LED Fluorescence Illumination System
High-Speed, Three-Channel Fluorescence Illumination
CoolLED pE-300ultra
Highly controllable broad-spectrum LED illumination with microsecond triggering, inline excitation filters and Sequence Runner technology.
The CoolLED pE-300ultra is the most controllable model in the pE-300 Series. It combines intense three-channel LED illumination with independent channel control, removable inline excitation filters and microsecond TTL triggering for high-speed fluorescence microscopy.
Fast, Flexible Fluorescence Illumination
The pE-300ultra provides broad spectral coverage for commonly used fluorophores including DAPI, CFP, Aqua, FITC, YFP, TRITC, Texas Red, mCherry and Cy5. Each of the three LED channels can be selected, triggered and adjusted independently.
Multiple TTL inputs provide rapid switching of pre-filtered excitation light. When combined with suitable multi-band filter sets, the system can support imaging methods traditionally requiring a white-light source and mechanical filter wheel, without the delays or vibration associated with moving components.
Key Features
- Three independently selectable and controllable LED channels
- Broad spectral coverage from DAPI excitation through to the Cy5 region
- Global and individual channel TTL triggering
- Triggering speed of less than 20 microseconds at full power
- Sequence Runner mode for user-defined multi-channel excitation sequences
- Three removable 25 mm excitation filter holders supplied
- Fast pre-filtered excitation without a mechanical filter wheel
- Manual irradiance control in 1% steps from 0% to 100%
- USB connectivity for compatible imaging-software integration
- Compatible with single-band and multi-band fluorescence filter sets
- Direct-fit and liquid-light-guide configurations available
- Instant on/off operation with no warm-up or cool-down period
- Stable and repeatable illumination for quantitative imaging
- No bulb replacement, mechanical shutter or neutral-density filters required
High-Speed Multi-Channel Imaging
Each LED channel can be triggered independently using TTL inputs on the light source. Combined with the supplied inline excitation filter holders, this provides rapid switching between pre-filtered excitation wavelengths without requiring a moving filter wheel.
This makes the pE-300ultra well suited to live-cell imaging, electrophysiology, high-speed multi-colour fluorescence and applications where precise timing between the camera and illumination source is required.
Sequence Runner
Sequence Runner allows a user-defined sequence of excitation channels to be initiated using a single TTL output from a camera or other external device. The sequence is defined through the control pod, enabling fast multi-channel protocols without requiring multiple TTL outputs or costly additional control hardware.
Available Configurations
| Configuration | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Fit – Single-Band | pE-300-UT-D-SB-YYY-ZZ | Direct-fit system for single-band filter sets, typically using DAPI excitation at 365 nm. |
| Direct Fit – Multi-Band | pE-300-UT-D-MB-YYY-ZZ | Direct-fit system for multi-band filter sets, typically using DAPI excitation at 400 nm. |
| Light Guide – Single-Band | pE-300-UT-L-SB-ZZ | Single-band system for use with a 3 mm liquid light guide. |
| Light Guide – Multi-Band | pE-300-UT-L-MB-ZZ | Multi-band system for use with a 3 mm liquid light guide. |
The correct light-delivery method, SB or MB filter configuration and microscope adaptor must be confirmed before ordering. Auckland Scientific can check the microscope model, fluorescence filters and intended imaging application to identify the appropriate system.
What Is Included?
- CoolLED pE-300ultra three-channel LED light source
- Remote control pod
- Set of three excitation filter holders for 25 mm diameter filters
- Power supply
- UK power cable
- Customer-specified microscope adaptor with direct-fit configurations
- Light-source stand with light-guide configurations
Excitation filters are selected according to the fluorophores and filter configuration and are not stated as included. Liquid-light-guide systems require the appropriate liquid light guide, collimator and microscope adaptor.
Optional Accessories
| Accessory | Part Number | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 m long, 3 mm diameter liquid light guide | pE-1906 | Price on Request |
| 3 m long, 3 mm diameter liquid light guide | pE-1908 | Price on Request |
| pE-Universal Collimator with customer-specified microscope adaptor | pE-10400-YYY | Price on Request |
| USB-TTL conversion kit | pE-6501 | Price on Request |
| USB-TTL conversion kit when ordered with the illumination system | pE-6501S | Price on Request |
YYY denotes the customer-specified microscope adaptor. Auckland Scientific will confirm the correct adaptor code before ordering.
Optional Extended Warranty
| Warranty Option | Part Number | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Extension to four years of total warranty coverage | pE-300-UT-EXT-WRN-1 | Price on Request |
| Extension to five years of total warranty coverage | pE-300-UT-EXT-WRN-2 | Price on Request |
Extended warranty coverage must be ordered at the same time as the illumination system.
Control Options
| Manual control | Instant on/off, individual channel selection and irradiance control in 1% steps |
|---|---|
| Remote triggering | Global and individual channel TTL inputs |
| Triggering speed | Less than 20 microseconds at full power |
| Software connectivity | USB Type-B connection for compatible imaging software |
| Sequence Runner | User-defined channel sequence initiated through a single TTL input |
Technical Specifications
| Illumination | Three-channel broad-spectrum LED fluorescence illumination |
|---|---|
| Irradiance control | 0% to 100% in 1% increments |
| Excitation filter holders | Three removable holders for 25 mm diameter filters |
| Light delivery | Direct fit or 3 mm liquid light guide |
| Power requirement | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Standby consumption | 3.3 W |
| Full white irradiance | 56.4 W at the wall, including power supply |
| Light-source dimensions | 77 × 186 × 162 mm |
| Light-source weight | Approximately 1.4 kg |
| Standard warranty | Three-year CoolLED manufacturer’s warranty |
Typical Applications
- High-speed multi-channel fluorescence imaging
- Live-cell fluorescence microscopy
- Electrophysiology
- Optogenetics and precisely timed illumination
- Time-lapse microscopy
- Multi-colour and multi-stained sample imaging
- Quantitative fluorescence microscopy
- Widefield fluorescence imaging
- Pre-scan sample viewing on confocal microscopes
- Replacement of mercury and metal-halide systems
Brochures & Technical Resources
View the CoolLED pE-300 Series brochure and supporting product information in the Auckland Scientific Technical Resource Centre.
View Brochure & Technical ResourcesExperienced Microscopy Support
Auckland Scientific brings over 21 years of microscopy sales and application experience. We provide knowledgeable, practical support to help customers select the correct illumination system, control method, microscope adaptor and fluorescence filter configuration. Support is available from initial product selection through to installation, integration, training and ongoing service.
Configuration & Integration Support
Please provide the microscope manufacturer and model, installed fluorescence filter sets, camera or imaging software and any triggering requirements. Auckland Scientific will help confirm the correct adaptor, light-delivery method and control configuration.
Microscope, camera, fluorescence filters, liquid light guide and imaging equipment are not included unless expressly stated. Product appearance and specifications may be updated by the manufacturer without notice. Extended warranty options must be ordered with the illumination system.