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Evident CKX53 Inverted Cell Culture Microscope
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EVIDENT | BIOLOGICAL MICROSCOPY
CKX53 Inverted Cell Culture Microscope
An inverted microscope for routine cell-culture observation and documentation. The CKX53 places the objectives below the specimen and provides options for brightfield, integrated phase contrast and fluorescence.
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Michael Hallewell offers over 21 years of microscopy experience. Discuss your specimens, workflow and imaging requirements so we can specify a suitable CKX53 system.
Discuss Your CKX53 Configuration →Key Features & Benefits
Efficient phase contrast
With the matched iPC objectives and slider, one precentred aperture supports observation at 4×, 10×, 20× and 40×.
Culture-vessel handling
A broad plain stage and optional mechanical stage support different vessel formats; holders are selected for the containers used.
Camera-ready viewing
The fixed trinocular tube provides a dedicated camera interface for optional digital documentation.
Fluorescence options
A compatible reflected fluorescence system can be specified when the application requires it.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer / model | Evident (Olympus microscopy) / CKX53 |
|---|---|
| Optical system | UIS2 infinity-corrected |
| Focus | Moving nosepiece; 20 mm stroke |
| Focus movement per turn | 36.8 mm coarse; 0.3 mm fine |
| Plain stage | 252 × 200 mm (depth × width) |
| Optional mechanical-stage travel | 110 × 74 mm |
| Transmitted illumination | LED; 4000 K colour temperature |
| Condenser | Maximum NA 0.3; working distance 72 mm |
| Viewing tube | Fixed trinocular, 45°; interpupillary adjustment 48–75 mm |
| Light path | Eyepiece/camera 100/0 or 0/100 |
| Eyepieces | 10×, FN22 |
| iPC configuration | Matched slider and objectives required for 4×–40× integrated phase contrast |
| Pricing | Price on Request — configured to your application |
Manufacturer specifications describe the stated model and optical combinations. Optional accessories are not included unless itemised in your quotation. Manufacturer photographs may show optional accessories and alternative configurations.
Typical Applications
Cell culture checks, routine morphology observation and laboratory image documentation.
Configure Your CKX53
Tell us your vessel formats, phase-contrast magnifications, fluorescence needs and camera requirements. Fluorescence, mechanical stages and cameras are configuration options.
Your quotation will identify the microscope body, optical components, illumination and any imaging accessories, together with delivery, installation and training arrangements. Please include existing equipment details if you need to reuse components.
Evident Technical Resources
Use Auckland Scientific's Technical Resource Centre to review the manufacturer literature and supporting resources before choosing your configuration.
Official CKX53 Brochure
Review model information, optical options and the manufacturer system specifications.
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Browse Manufacturer Videos →Objective Selection
Explore objective parameters in our Objective Finder. Compatibility, contrast accessories and the final optical configuration will be confirmed before supply.
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Why Choose Auckland Scientific?
Auckland Scientific is a UK-based, family-run supplier of microscopes, scientific instruments and specialist laboratory equipment.
With over 21 years of experience in microscopy and scientific instrumentation, Michael Hallewell provides personal technical support to help customers select the right microscope for their application.
Expert Advice
Personal assistance with equipment selection and configuration.
Installation
Installation and commissioning services available throughout the UK.
Training
Practical user training and microscope application guidance.
After-Sales Support
Servicing, preventative maintenance and calibration support where applicable.
Product information: Specifications and available options depend on the selected configuration and may be changed by the manufacturer. Photographs may show optional accessories. Prices, lead times, delivery, warranty and installation arrangements will be confirmed in your written quotation.