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Commack, NY [June 2023] – ACCU-SCOPE Inc. is pleased to announce the development and launch of the RC500 Remote Collaboration Microscopy System.  The RC500 is fully integrated with motorized microscope, high-resolution, medical device-grade camera, and software.  The RC500 is designed for stand-alone operation for local, in-person microscopy, as well as full operation by a remote user via a desktop sharing application.  The RC500 provides the best of three worlds: traditional microscopy using eyepieces, improved ergonomics using the included camera and display on the monitor, and remote viewing of images by researchers and collaborators.

“Despite the movement of clinical microscopy towards whole slide imaging, there is still and absolutely a place for traditional microscopes in the clinic, laboratory, tumor boards, seminar and instructional environments,” says Brian Taub, CEO of ACCU-SCOPE.  “This has been a resounding message from pathologists, veterinary pathologists, and researchers over the past couple of years.  Slide scanners are indeed great, but they haven’t replaced the traditional microscope.”  The RC500 is a highly versatile system addressing the needs for peer-to-peer collaboration, remote consultation, and routine microscopy, and slide scanners don’t offer all three.  The RC500 delivers exceptional images plus the added benefit of excellent agility in today’s busy world of pathology and research.

Figure 1. RC500 user interface.

The RC500 is a fully functional clinical and research-grade upright microscope featuring a trinocular viewing head; 4x, 10x, 20x, 40x and 60x dry semi-Apochromatically corrected objectives (no need for oil immersion); motorized stage with XY stage stalks and 2-slide holder; front touchscreen LCD display on the microscope; high-speed medical device-grade color microscopy camera; and preconfigured RC500 software.  RC500 provides both the local and remote user with fingertip access to objective selection, “manual” and auto focusing, XY specimen positioning, digital zoom, image adjustment, overview scan, pin drops, heat map, annotations, and more.

Contact ACCU-SCOPE for more information about the microscope or to schedule a remote demonstration of the RC500 Remote Collaboration System.

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About ACCU-SCOPE Inc.

As a market leader in quality microscopy and imaging solutions, ACCU-SCOPE blends precision, performance and outstanding value like no other manufacturer can. We deliver superb yet affordable optical instrumentation and microscopy innovations that help advance the work, improve the outcomes and empower the achievements of the demanding professionals we’re privileged to serve. For more information about ACCU-SCOPE, please contact info@www.accu-scope.com.

Commack, NY, USA [April 2023] – ACCU-SCOPE is pleased to introduce a line of Apochromatically-corrected (“APO”) objectives for upright (compound) and inverted microscopes.  The APO objectives complement the existing line of high-quality Plan Achromat and Plan Semi-Apochromatic objectives.

The new APO objectives were designed for the EXC-500 microscope – ACCU-SCOPE’s flagship clinical and biological upright microscope – the new APO lenses are also suitable for use on ACCU-SCOPE’s EXI-410 and EXI-600 inverted microscopes, provided the sample slides use a standard No. 1½ coverglass (0.17mm thickness).  Featuring higher Numerical Apertures and improved color correction than the Semi-Apochromatic or Achromat objectives, APO objectives deliver brighter images, shallower depth of field and higher resolution for improved observation of fine details.  APO objectives are ideal for brightfield observation, imaging and fluorescence applications, or where the highest color fidelity is desired.  The M25 thread size and 200mm tube length also allow these objectives to be used on most Nikon upright microscopes.

For more information, contact us at info@www.accu-scope.com.

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There is a wide array of microscopes available for scientists to use, each with their own functions, features, capabilities and applications. The stereo microscopes offer users a variety of unique benefits that aren’t provided by other microscopes. Here is an overview of this unique style of microscope, what makes it different, and why it has found application throughout countless industries.

What Is a Stereo Microscope?

Stereo microscopes, also referred to as dissecting microscopes, examine 3-dimensional (3D) specimens, as opposed to conventional microscopes, which observe what are essentially 2-dimensional (flat) samples on slides. The objective lenses and eyepieces of stereo microscopes are independent, creating two distinct optical paths for the user’s eyes.  The optical paths begin at the eyes and converge at the focal position on the sample, thereby generating the 3D view (see the figure below). Zoom stereo microscopes allow adjustable magnification for more precise viewing, whereas some stereo microscopes may only have fixed magnifications. Auxiliary lenses are often available and allow the user to adjust the magnification to better fit their needs and/or the working distance (distance between the bottom of the microscope and the focal position on the sample).

Resulting from the optical design, stereo microscopes are fundamentally different from compound microscopes. The stand of a stereo microscope is almost as important as the microscope itself.  The stand can make a difference in how the sample is illuminated: from the top, bottom, on angle, or combinations of these, and the stand and illumination method are often selected based on the sample and the best way to observe it. Transmitted-style stands shine light from underneath and through the sample, which works best with transparent specimens. Incident lighting stands illuminate the sample from above or from the side using a light that is attached to the stand, a ring light, or other techniques. By controlling the angle of the incident light, small details can be revealed and more easily observed by the operator.

Additionally, stereo microscopes generally operate at lower magnifications than other types of microscopes and therefore generally, due to the physics of light and optics, have larger working distances (distance between the bottom of the microscope body and the top of the sample). In combination with the 3D viewing, the large working distances allow the operators more room for manipulation (e.g., dissection), the use of tools and the ability to reposition.  As a result, stereo microscopes.

Two Types of Stereo Microscopes?

That’s right, there are two distinct optical designs for stereo microscopes.  Stereo microscopes with a Greenough optical design have two completely independent optical paths.  The Greenough-design is what is typically associated with dissecting microscopes. Common Main Objective (CMO), Parallel or Galilean optical design stereo microscopes are distinguished by a large objective on the bottom of the microscope’s optical body.  CMO stereo microscopes generally provide higher magnification and higher resolution than their Greenough cousins.  As a result, CMO microscopes are more frequently used for imaging and documentation than dissection and sample manipulation – the exception is when observing specimens such as embryos, organoids and spheroids.

What Is a Stereo Microscope Used For?

The stereo microscope is superior to compound microscopes in viewing three-dimensional samples and their surface characteristics, making it the tool of choice for tasks requiring direct interaction with the material. As a result, they have many applications across a wide range of industries.  In academic settings, stereo microscopes are frequently used for dissections of both plant and animal samples, observation of model organisms (e.g., fruit flies, worms and fish) and other uses thanks to the zoom ranges, excellent depth perception and ease of specimen handling. Stereo microscopes are generally more portable than other microscopes, providing greater convenience and suitability for field work. Furthermore, the 3D viewing offered by stereo microscopes has led to their usage beyond biology dissections — botany, geology, gemology, and industrial applications capitalize on the unique capabilities of stereo microscopes for the observation of surface details and sample manipulation.

For High-Quality Stereo Microscopes and Other Products, Contact ACCU-SCOPE Today

If you would like to acquire high-quality stereo microscopes for your laboratory, reach out to ACCU-SCOPE. We offer various stereo microscope systems, microscope accessories, and a wide range of other products. To learn more about what a stereo microscope is best for your application, contact ACCU-SCOPE for additional information.

ACCU-SCOPE Inc. is pleased to announce that several of its clinical microscopes are on display at VMX 2023 in Orlando, FL this week.  ACCU-SCOPE clinical microscopes are proven to deliver robust and dependable performance at a reasonable price.

The EXC-500 motorized microscope (EXC-500-MOT) is ACCU-SCOPE’s newest microscope and features motorized focus, a motorized nosepiece, an LCD touchscreen display and finger-tip hot buttons for fast changing of objectives and illumination intensity.  The EXC-500-MOT is key component in the Cellfie® Telemedicine Enabled Pathology System from Companion Animal Health (a division of LiteCure, LLC and DJO Global).  Cellfie® utilizes remote-enabled technologies to provide true point-of care pathology solutions for veterinary health.  See the Cellfie system in operation at the Companion Animal Health booth.

The ACCU-SCOPE 3000-LED and EXC-120 series microscopes are highly regarded by the veterinary community for their dependable operation and crisp images.  Each of these microscopes is on display at the Avante Animal Health booth this week at VMX 2023.  The 3000-LED is outfitted with an Excelis HD LITE camera with attachable HD monitor.  The Excelis HD LITE features built-in software for stand-alone operation without a PC.  The SKY WiFi 2 WiFi-enabled camera is shown on the EXC-120 microscope.  Simply download the SKYE View 2 mobile app to an Android or Apple mobile device, scan the QR code on the top of the SKYE WiFi camera and the specimen images are displayed right on your mobile device.  You can also capture and share images directly from your mobile device.  For more information or to see a demonstration, please visit Avante Animal Health in booth 1308.

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As a market leader in quality microscopy and imaging solutions, ACCU-SCOPE blends precision, performance and outstanding value like no other manufacturer can. We deliver superb yet affordable optical instrumentation and microscopy innovations that help advance the work, improve the outcomes and empower the achievements of the demanding professionals we’re privileged to serve.

Commack, NY – ACCU-SCOPE Inc. is please to introduce the line of ioLight portable digital microscopes to its portfolio.  Developed by ioLight Limited (UK), ioLight microscopes are designed for maximum portability and functionality in field work, the classroom and the laboratory.  The agreement with ioLight makes ACCU-SCOPE a master distributor of ioLight microscopes in North America, Latin America and the Caribbean, extending distribution through ACCU-SCOPE’s extensive dealer network.

ioLight microscopes are currently available in 1mm and 2mm field of view (FOV) models, without or with a microscope slide XY stage to aide in slide positioning.  Equipped with top and bottom illumination, the user focuses on the specimen simply by sliding the camera head down the mast.  Fine focusing, illumination intensity and camera control are conducted from within the ioLight app on a smartphone or via a browser on any computer (Windows, MacOS or Chromebooks).  Snap an image or record a quick video and share it instantly via email or SMS.  The microscopes fold flat for storage and maximum transportability.

The size, convenience and performance of ioLight portable microscopes make them ideal for field studies where decisions can be made on the spot, eliminating the need to send samples to a lab and thereby saving scientists both time and money.  One very popular application is monitoring the nation’s waterways, lakes and oceans for harmful algal blooms (HABs).  HABs impact every state in the US and can cost the US economy tens of millions of dollars each year.  Field-based monitoring puts experts on location with the equipment they need to make rapid decisions and share their findings with colleagues and peers.  Read about NOAA’s $18.9M grant program for HAB research and monitoring: https://www.noaa.gov/news-release/noaa-awards-189m-for-harmful-algal-bloom-research-monitoring

Coming soon are improved and enhanced ioLight products including an updated inverted microscope (for observing samples in flasks or Petri dishes, such as cells in culture in incubators), and models of the 1mm, 2mm and inverted equipped for fluorescence microscopy and imaging. “CONTACT US for more information about ioLight portable digital microscopes.”

Commack, NY, USA [August 2022] – ACCU-SCOPE is pleased to announce that all our microscopy cameras and imaging systems are fully compliant with Section 889 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act of 2019 (Sec.889, NDAA 2019) and do not contain any parts or components from prohibited companies as outlined in the NDAA.

NDAA Summary

The John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 was signed into law on August 13, 2018. The law, specifically Section 889, amongst other things prohibits federal agencies, their contractors, and grant or loan recipients from procuring or using “telecommunications and video surveillance equipment or services” from specific prohibited companies as a “substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system.”  The prohibited companies include Huawei Technologies Company or ZTE Corporation, Hytera Communications Corporation, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Company, and Dahua Technology Company; and their affiliated entities.

Catalog number	Description
AU-300-EP	(discontinued) ACCU-CAM 300 3MP eyepiece camera
AU-500-EP	ACCU-CAM 500 5MP eyepiece camera
AU-300-HD	Excelis HD Lite color microscopy camera
AU-300-HDS	Excelis HD Lite color microscopy camera, with 11.6” monitor
AU-600-HD	Excelis HD color microscopy camera
AU-600-HDS	Excelis HD color microscopy camera, with 11.6” monitor
AU-800-4K	Excelis 4K color microscopy camera
AU-EC50	EC50 5.1MP color microscopy camera
AU-5C-CMOS	MPX-5C Pro 5MP color microscopy camera
AU-6C-CMOS	MPX-6C 6MP color microscopy camera
AU-20C-CMOS	MPX-20C 20MP color microscopy camera
AU-20RC-CMOS	MPX-20RC 20MP color microscopy camera, cooled
AU-200-HD	(discontinued) INFINITYHD color HD microscopy camera
AU-200-CMOS	INFINITY1-2CB 2MP color microscopy camera
AU-310-CMOS	INFINITY1-3C 3.1MP color microscopy camera
AU-500-CMOS	INFINITY1-5C 5MP color microscopy camera
AU-140RC-CCD	INFINITY2-1RC 1.4MP color microscopy camera
AU-140RM-CCD	INFINITY2-1RM 1.4MP monochrome microscopy camera
AU-200-CCD	INFINITY2-2C 2MP color microscopy camera
AU-200M-CCD	INFINITY2-2M 2MP monochrome microscopy camera
AU-330-CCD	INFINITY2-3C 3.3MP color microscopy camera
AU-500-CCD	INFINITY2-5C 5MP color microscopy camera
AU-140CL-CCD	INFINITY3-1C 1.4MP color microscopy camera, cooled
AU-140CLM-CCD	INFINITY3-1M 1.4MP monochrome microscopy camera, cooled
AU-140URC-CCD	INFINITY3-1URC 1.4MP color microscopy camera
AU-140URM-CCD	INFINITY3-1URM 1.4MP monochrome microscopy camera
AU-141SURC-CCD	INFINITY3S-1URC 1.4MP color microscopy camera
AU-141SURM-CCD	INFINITY3S-1URM 1.4MP monochrome microscopy camera
AU-280C-CCD	INFINITY3-3URC 2.8MP color microscopy camera
AU-280M-CCD	INFINITY3-3URM 2.8MP monochrome microscopy camera
AU-600URC-CCD	INFINITY3-6URC 6MP color microscopy camera
AU-600URM-CCD	INFINITY3-6URM 6MP monochrome microscopy camera
AU-320C-CMOS	INFINITY5-3C 3.2MP color microscopy camera with HDMI out
AU-320M-CMOS	INFINITY5-3M 3.2MP monochrome microscopy camera with HDMI out
AU-510C-CMOS	INFINITY5-5C 5.1MP color microscopy camera with HDMI out
AU-510M-CMOS	INFINITY5-5M 5.1MP monochrome microscopy camera with HDMI out
I8-LM00-02M	INFINITY i8 2MP monochrome microscopy camera
I8-LC00-08M	INFINITY i8 8MP color microscopy camera
I8-LM00-08M	INFINITY i8 8MP monochrome microscopy camera
I8-LC00-20M	INFINITY i8 20MP color microscopy camera
AT-MOMENT-MONO	Moment Monochrome microscopy camera

About ACCU-SCOPE Inc. 

As a market leader in quality microscopy and imaging solutions, ACCU-SCOPE blends precision, performance and outstanding value like no other manufacturer can. We deliver superb yet affordable optical instrumentation and microscopy innovations that help advance the work, improve the outcomes and empower the achievements of the demanding professionals we’re privileged to serve. For more information, please contact info@www.accu-scope.com.

[March 2022]  ACCU-SCOPE Ltd. is pleased to introduce our new ACCU-fluor LED fluorescence illuminators for upright compound microscopes. These illuminators install easily between the viewing head and microscope frame of compatible microscopes and offer a great alternative to traditional fluorescence accessories.

Features and benefits include:

• Built-in LEDs and filter sets.  No need to install filter cubes or align lamps.
• Choice of 1-, 2- and 3-channel models.
• Independent LED intensity control by channel with memory function.
• Front LED display (on multi-channel models) shows active channel and LED intensity.
• No impact on precious bench space, and only adds 3-inches to the height of the microscope,
• Fits most popular upright microscopes.  Dovetail adapters are available for brands and models of ACCU-SCOPE, Olympus BX, Nikon Eclipse E and Ci models, Leica and Zeiss.
• Economical.  Costs thousands of dollars less that traditional illuminators requiring filter cubes and external solid state light sources.
• Safe.  No mercury.

Fluorescence microscopy is an essential tool for studying cellular structures, protein localization and identifying viral, bacterial and parasitic infections. The new fluorescence illuminators provide a simple and safe way to either upgrade an existing microscope to fluorescence, or replace an older and less efficient fluorescence system.

Click HERE to learn more about ACCU-fluor.

[July 2021] — ACCU-SCOPE Inc. is pleased to introduce the new INFINITY8 Series of microscopy cameras from Teledyne Lumenera spearheaded by the latest Sony® Pregius™ Gen3 CMOS sensors.  These introductions address the market demands for high-performing and budget-friendly solutions for fluorescence and general imaging applications.

INFINITY 8-2 2 Megapixel USB3 Microscope Camera

The INFINITY 8-2M is the new go-to microscopy camera for routine fluorescence imaging on a tight budget. With huge light-gathering pixels, large field of view, and low noise characteristics, this camera enables labs to have a dedicated monochrome camera for low-light imaging requirements.

INFINITY 8-8 8.3 Megapixel USB3 Microscope Camera

The new INFINITY 8-8 camera is designed to reproduce what your eye sees in the eyepiece, complete with the intuitive Infinity Analyze 7 software package all for a price that will fit even within the tightest budgets. Stream live videos or capture still images and share with ease. Available in color or monochrome, this is a great all-around camera for life science and industrial applications.

INFINITY 8-20 20 Megapixel Color USB3 Microscope Camera

The ultra-high-resolution INFINITY 8-20C microscopy camera features a large Field of View, and is optimized for fast sample focusing to capture every detail even with low magnification. The INFINITY8-20 is a great choice for biological and material industrial samples.

Click HERE to learn more about the Teledyne Lumenera INFINITY8 cameras”.

ACCU-SCOPE, a trusted manufacturer of microscopes for nearly a century, has a wide array of instruments in their product offering, including microscopes that are especially suited for clinical settings. Clinical microscopes are an essential fixture in hospitals and research laboratories that specialize in fields like microbiology, histology, pathology, and chemistry. They can be used to study human and animal tissue and other live specimens, and are often used for diagnosis of disease and conditions. ACCU-SCOPE has microscopes available with different objectives, contrast systems, and other features that are best suited for these fields of study.

Scientists will find a variety of both binocular and trinocular microscopes in ACCU-SCOPE’s portfolio. A binocular stereo microscope provides comfortable viewing of specimens and are often available with tilting functions for increased ergonomics. Trinocular configurations allow for the attachment of a camera or an observer accessory and are commonly used for documentation and training. Most microscopes come with Plan Achromat objectives, which offer low distortion and flat-field correction, and are more budget friendly. Plan Apochromatic and semi-Apochromatic objectives offer a higher level of correction for more colors and spherical aberration, resulting in a clearer image and typically higher resolution. Microscopes with other options are available as well, such as a phase contrast system, which is particularly valuable for creating high-contrast images of transparent and other low-contrast specimens.

ACCU-SCOPE has several different microscopes available with features that are uniquely suited for a variety of specialized applications. To find out more about their microscopes for clinical settings, or any of their other optical equipment, visit https://www.accu-scope.com/.

About ACCU-SCOPE:

ACCU-SCOPE is a leading supplier of high quality, certified microscopes for more than 90 years. Our optics have earned us a reputation for producing crisp, high contrast images with outstanding resolution. ACCU-SCOPE’s microscopes and accessories are available exclusively through a nationwide network of authorized distributors. To learn more, visit ACCU-SCOPE online at https://www.accu-scope.com/ today.

ACCU-SCOPE, a leading microscope supplier for more than 90 years, offers a variety of microscopes for gemology. A quality microscope can be a significant investment, but is essential for determining a stone’s characteristics, conducting appraisals, and photographing gems. Jewelers and gemologists can find gemological microscopes from ACCU-SCOPE with the features they need at prices that work for their budget.

When searching for the right microscope, one of the primary considerations is the magnification power. While just ten times magnification is sufficient for many tasks, for determining a stone’s authenticity, and to identify inclusions or other potential defects, many gemologists prefer magnifications of 40X-45X power.

In terms of illumination, it is helpful to have different options to best see the details of a stone, while also being able to portray it in the best light possible. Darkfield illumination is commonly used in gemology, making it easier to view any light-scattering inclusions. Brightfield illumination is also beneficial for examining dark or opaque inclusions, while minimizing the appearance of dust and scratches.

Various accessories are also available for gemological microscopes, including stone and ring holders, that allow for easier manipulation and viewing of gems and jewelry of various shapes and sizes.

ACCU-SCOPE has an assortment of both binocular and trinocular microscopes for gemologists. To get more information, receive a quote, or find an authorized distributor, visit https://www.accu-scope.com/.

About ACCU-SCOPE: ACCU-SCOPE is a leading supplier of high quality, certified microscopes for more than 90 years. Our optics have earned us a reputation for producing crisp, high contrast images with outstanding resolution. ACCU-SCOPE’s microscopes and accessories are available exclusively through a nationwide network of authorized distributors. To learn more, visit ACCU-SCOPE online at https://www.accu-scope.com/ today.