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News Release from: Olympus Life Science Europa | Subject: Exfo X-Cite 120
Edited by the Laboratorytalk Editorial
Team on 12 August 2005
Fluorescent light source is easy to use
Offering a light spectrum similar to that of conventional mercury lamps but with long bulb life and easy replacement, operating costs should be kept to a minimum
Olympus Life and Material Science Europa has announced the availability of the Exfo X-Cite 120 fluorescent light source for its microscopes Offering extended lifetime and ease of use, the Exfo X-Cite 120 is said to be the ideal light source with lower running costs
This article was originally published on Laboratorytalk on 23 Mar 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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With a light spectrum similar to that of conventional mercury lamps, the new 120W metal-halide Exfo X-Cite 120 lasts much longer.
The 1500 hour bulb life means that changes are a rare occurrence, keeping operational costs to a minimum.
When necessary, the careful design of the Exfo X-Cite 120 means that changing the pre-aligned bulb is extremely quick and easy, limiting any experimental disruption.
The integrated Intelli-Lamp system guarantees safe operation, ensuring that the light source cannot be switched off while the lamp is still hot.
The light is directed to the microscope via a flexible liquid guide, providing what is described as the ultimate in system adaptability.
Alignment-free adapters are available for Olympus BX2 and IX2 series microscopes.
The intensity of the light emitted by the Exfo X-Cite 120 can be controlled very carefully with an optional iris-diaphragm.
With its careful design and superb adaptability, the Exfo X-Cite 120 not only provides a flexible light source, but one that will reduce running costs, says Olympus. Request a free brochure from Olympus Life Science Europa ...
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