Precision micro-environmental control systems for live-cell microscopy. Patented FCS chamber technology delivers ±0.2°C first-surface thermal accuracy at the specimen, with laminar flow perfusion and full compatibility with all microscope brands and imaging modes.
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Bioptechs Series 6 is a dual‑channel universal temperature controller that provides non‑PID, closed‑loop thermal control for any two Bioptechs systems (including: FCS Chambers, Delta T, and Objective Heaters) from a single touch‑screen interface. It maintains specimen‑plane temperature with high precision (±0.2 °C in the mammalian range, ±0.5 °C up to 99 °C) while protecting both the sample and microscopy equipment.
#LiveCellImaging #Micro-EnvironmentalControl #CellBiology #Microscopy #SampleController
The gold-standard closed-system live-cell flow chamber for inverted microscopes. Features patented Microaqueduct™ perfusion and ITO-heated optics for uniform temperature control ±0.2°C across the entire specimen plane — no air curtain required. User-definable gaskets set flow geometry, shear force, and optical cavity volume.
#LiveCellImaging #Microscopy #FluorescenceMicroscopy #CellBiology #PerfusionChamber #TemperatureControl
The FCS2®-equivalent system purpose-built for upright microscopes. Combines high-volume laminar flow perfusion with Köhler illumination and precise ITO-based temperature control — the only upright-compatible chamber to do all three. User-selectable gaskets define flow profile and optical cavity.
#LiveCellImaging #Micro-EnvironmentalControl #CellBiology #Microscopy #SampleController
Bioptechs' most advanced parallel-plate flow cell with a patent-pending twist-lock compression dial for leak-free, tool-free assembly every time. User-selectable gaskets (50 µm–1 mm) define exact flow geometry and shear force. Fully autoclavable, 316 SS wetted parts; retro-compatible with all FCS2® stage adapters.
#LiveCellImaging #FlowChamber #Microscopy #CellBiology #PerfusionChamber #TIRFr
Everything needed to run non-heated perfusion experiments on an upright microscope out of the box. Includes the FCS3 chamber, pressure plate, Microaqueduct Slides, and gasket assortment. Ideal for room-temperature flow studies, particle tracking, and buffer exchange assays.
#LiveCellImaging #UprightMicroscopy #FlowCell #Perfusion #Microscopy #CellBiology
Complete FCS2® system bundle including chamber, FCS controller, stage adapter, and Microaqueduct Slides — everything needed for heated live-cell perfusion imaging on an inverted microscope. The fastest path to precise, publication-ready time-lapse data.
#LiveCellImaging #Microscopy #FluorescenceMicroscopy #TimeLapse #TemperatureControl #Perfusion
Complete bundle for heated live-cell perfusion imaging on upright microscopes. Includes FCS3 chamber, FCS controller, stage adapter, and Microaqueduct Slides. Eliminates compatibility guesswork and delivers immediate uniform thermal + flow control.
#LiveCellImaging #UprightMicroscopy #FlowCell #TemperatureControl #Perfusion #CellBiology
A non-heated version of the FCS2® parallel-plate chamber for room-temperature perfusion applications. All the flow-control and optical advantages of the FCS2® platform — near-laminar flow, user-definable gaskets, and Microaqueduct perfusion — without the thermal components.
#LiveCellImaging #UprightMicroscopy #FlowCell #Perfusion #Microscopy #CellBiology
The FCS2® chamber system configured for sub-ambient specimen cooling. Ideal for cold-temperature biology, yeast studies, cryo-stage imaging, and experiments requiring precise temperature control below ambient. Uses the same Microaqueduct platform for uniform thermal distribution.
#LiveCellImaging #CryoMicroscopy #TemperatureControl #Microscopy #CellBiology #Biophysics
Extra-large parallel-plate imaging flow chamber for 64mm × 50mm coverslips with a 50mm × 36mm imaging area. The 96-well plate footprint (128mm × 85mm) fits any microscope stage without a custom adapter. Ideal for tissue sections, vascular networks, and large-field multi-position imaging.
#LiveCellImaging #TissueImaging #Microscopy #Histology #VascularBiology #Mechanotransduction #Neurobiology
Complete open-dish environmental control system for long-term time-lapse imaging. ITO-coated glass-bottom culture dishes deliver direct, uniform heat to cells without warming the microscope stage — eliminating Z-axis drift. Includes controller, heated lid, coverglass lid, culture cylinders, and 10 dishes.
#LiveCellImaging #TimeLapse #CellBiology #Microscopy #ZAxisStability #TemperatureControl
The microscope interface component for the Delta T™ system. Precision-machined to position the ITO-heated culture dish at the correct specimen plane for any brand of inverted microscope. Available in configurations to fit most major microscope models.
#LiveCellImaging #TimeLapse #CellBiology #Microscopy #ZAxisStability #TemperatureControl
Insulated heated lid for Delta T™ culture dishes that prevents evaporation and condensation during long-term imaging. Provides a warm upper boundary to the dish microenvironment, reducing thermal gradients and maintaining media osmolarity during extended time-lapse experiments.
#LiveCellImaging #TimeLapse #CellBiology #Microscopy #ZAxisStability #TemperatureControl
Optical-quality glass lid for the Delta T™ culture dish that enables transmitted light imaging while maintaining dish closure. Provides an optically clear top boundary for DIC, phase contrast, and brightfield imaging without removing the cover between acquisitions.
#LiveCellImaging #TimeLapse #CellBiology #Microscopy #ZAxisStability #TemperatureControl
An economical Z-axis stable specimen warmer for standard 35mm plastic dishes and LabTek chamber slides on inverted microscopes. Uniquely engineered nodal-plane design transmits zero thermal expansion to the stage, eliminating focal drift during time-lapse — without the cost of a full Delta T™ system.
#LiveCellImaging #TimeLapse #CellBiology #Microscopy #ZAxisStability #TemperatureControl
A Stable Z™ warming adapter specifically sized for Nunc Lab-Tek I and II chamber slides. Provides Z-axis stable direct heating to Lab-Tek specimens for time-lapse confocal, widefield, and live-cell fluorescence imaging without a custom stage or major investment.
#LiveCellImaging #TimeLapse #CellBiology #Microscopy #ZAxisStability #TemperatureControl
A heated lid with an integrated gas port for Stable Z™ Lab-Tek II setups. Allows CO2 or humidified gas to be delivered directly to the specimen chamber while maintaining thermal control of the lid surface — enabling long-term physiological imaging in CO2-dependent media.
#LiveCellImaging #TimeLapse #CellBiology #Microscopy #ZAxisStability #TemperatureControl
Paired heated lid and controller for Stable Z™ setups. The heated lid prevents condensation and temperature drop at the dish surface while the compact controller maintains precise setpoint regulation. Ideal for long-duration time-lapse with standard labware.
#LiveCellImaging #TimeLapse #CellBiology #Microscopy #ZAxisStability #TemperatureControl
The stage interface for the Stable Z™ specimen warming system. Precision-machined to position heated specimens at the correct focal plane on specific microscope models. Available for most major inverted microscope brands.
#Microscopy #LiveCellImaging #StageAdapter #TemperatureControl #ZAxisStability #CellBiology
A simple, elegant ITO-slide warming system for upright microscopes — no stage adapter, no modification required. Disposable or reusable 25mm × 60mm ITO-coated slides slip into a standard specimen retainer. Direct closed-loop heating uses only 2 watts and reaches setpoint without overshoot. Ideal for yeast and mammalian specimens.
#UprightMicroscopy #LiveCellImaging #TemperatureControl #Yeast #CellBiology #Microscopy
Replacement pack of five 25mm × 60mm ITO-coated glass slides for the Bioptechs Thermal Slide system. Reusable with proper care; optionally used as disposables for sterile single-use experiments. Compatible with all modes of transmitted and reflected light microscopy on upright stages.
#UprightMicroscopy #LiveCellImaging #TemperatureControl #Yeast #CellBiology #Microscopy
The precision-machined carrier that holds Bioptechs Thermal Slides in the standard specimen retainer of an upright microscope stage. Provides electrical contact to the ITO-coated slide and connects to the Thermal Slide Controller for closed-loop temperature regulation.
#UprightMicroscopy #LiveCellImaging #TemperatureControl #Yeast #CellBiology #Microscopy
Standalone closed-loop controller for the Bioptechs Thermal Slide system. Digital readout with reference probe, multi-voltage power supply, and controller stand included. Regulates ITO slide temperature with fast response and no overshoot from ambient to physiological setpoints.
#UprightMicroscopy #LiveCellImaging #TemperatureControl #Yeast #CellBiology #Microscopy
Patented thin-film heating band that warms immersion objectives to prevent thermal sinking from specimens during live-cell imaging. The only objective heater that incorporates the thermal profile of the objective into its control loop — regulating temperature at the specimen plane, not just the surface. Fits 14–37mm diameter objectives.
| #LiveCellImaging #ObjectiveHeater #Microscopy #FluorescenceMicroscopy #TemperatureControl #ConfocalMicroscopy #HighNAObjective #imersionlense |
Precision-machined ring attachment that circulates chilled fluid around an immersion objective to cool it below ambient — enabling cold-temperature live-cell imaging, cryo-stage experiments, and reduction of photothermal artifacts. Custom-sized to specific objectives; requires recirculating chiller source.
#CryoMicroscopy #LiveCellImaging #ObjectiveCooling #Biophysics #Microscopy #TemperatureControl
Thermal spacers and isolators that decouple the objective from the microscope nosepiece turret — essential when heating or cooling an objective. Prevents heat sinking from adjacent objectives and the turret, ensuring the Objective Heater or Cooling Collar performs to specification.
#Microscopy #ObjectiveHeater #TemperatureControl #LiveCellImaging #CellBiology #Biophysics
Specialized tool set for safely removing decorative collars from immersion objectives — a prerequisite for proper Bioptechs Objective Heater contact and thermal transfer. Prevents objective damage during collar removal. Recommended for all first-time Objective Heater installations.
#Microscopy #ObjectiveHeater #LabTools #LiveCellImaging #MicroscopyTools #CellBiology #objectivetools
Supplemental cooling ring accessory for objective temperature management. Works in conjunction with the Objective Cooling Collar and recirculating chiller for enhanced thermal management of high-NA immersion lenses in demanding sub-ambient imaging applications.
#CryoMicroscopy #ObjectiveCooling #LiveCellImaging #Microscopy #Biophysics #TemperatureControl
Compact refrigerant-free recirculating chiller/heater for laboratory perfusion applications. Thermoelectric technology rated for 200,000+ hour lifetime holds ±0.1°C across 2–45°C. At 7.5×5×7 inches and 8 lbs, it is one-sixth the size of comparable systems and uses under 200W. RS232 interface for PC control.
#Perfusion #TemperatureControl #LiveCellImaging #Microscopy #Biophysics #CellBiology
Miniature single or dual-channel peristaltic pumps with DC gear-motor drive (not stepper) for smooth, step-free media delivery at rates from 0.4 µL/min to 18 mL/min. Eliminates pressure pulses that cause coverslip deflection and focus drift. 9V battery backup; universal power supply included.
#UprightMicroscopy #LiveCellImaging #TemperatureControl #Yeast #CellBiology #Microscopy
Precision peristaltic pump for volume-based gas delivery — CO2, mixed gas, or air — to live-cell imaging chambers. Four-roller pumping head with ≤3% calibration error; flow rates from 0.004 to 75.19 mL/min. Programmable with Learn & Repeat™ mode, RS-232 PC control, and non-volatile memory for 40 stored programs.
#CO2Control #LiveCellImaging #GasControl #Microscopy #CellBiology #Perfusion
Compact heated bubbler that delivers 100% relative humidity to gas flowing into live-cell imaging chambers at flow rates suitable for microscopy. Prevents pH and osmolarity shifts in CO2-dependent media during long-term time-lapse. Luer refill port; 12VDC at under 2.5 watts.
#LiveCellImaging #CO2Control #Humidity #TimeLapse #CellBiology #Microscopy
Replacement tubing sets for Bioptechs Micro-Perfusion Pumps. Available in silicone and C-Flex in multiple inside diameters (0.015″–0.093″) as single or dual-channel sets. Terminated with standard 1/16″ barb fittings for compatibility with all Bioptechs chambers and adapters.
#CO2Control #LiveCellImaging #GasControl #Microscopy #CellBiology #Perfusion
Standard Tygon perfusion tubing compatible with all Bioptechs flow chamber systems and perfusion pumps. Flexible, chemically resistant, and suitable for aqueous media, buffer solutions, and standard cell culture reagents. Sold in bulk lengths for custom perfusion setups.
#CO2Control #LiveCellImaging #GasControl #Microscopy #CellBiology #Perfusion
Adapter set for connecting standard 1/16″ perfusion tubing to Bioptechs flow chambers, perfusion pumps, and reservoirs. Provides leak-free fluid connections for single and dual-channel perfusion setups. Essential plumbing accessories for any Bioptechs perfusion configuration.
#CO2Control #LiveCellImaging #GasControl #Microscopy #CellBiology #Perfusion
Hinged perfusion adapters for connecting flexible tubing to Bioptechs chambers at an angle — reducing mechanical stress on tubing connections and improving stability during long-duration perfusion experiments. Sold in pairs for inlet/outlet configurations.
#CO2Control #LiveCellImaging #GasControl #Microscopy #CellBiology #Perfusion
High-precision #1.5 borosilicate coverslips in 40mm round format — the standard specimen substrate for all Bioptechs FCS2®, FCS3®, and FCS4® flow chambers. Available in standard and polymer-coated variants. German Schott glass for superior flatness, optical clarity, and chemical compatibility.
#Microscopy #Coverslip #LiveCellImaging #FluorescenceMicroscopy #CellBiology #TIRF #FISH
High-quality #1.5 borosilicate coverslips in 30mm round format for use with Bioptechs Interchangeable Coverglass Dish and compatible open-dish imaging systems. German glass for consistent thickness and optical clarity.
#CO2Control #LiveCellImaging #GasControl #Microscopy #CellBiology #Perfusion
Standard 22mm square #1.5 borosilicate coverslips in a 100-count pack. Compatible with standard Lab-Tek and open-dish systems and usable as Stable Z™ and general widefield/confocal imaging substrates.
#Microscopy #Coverslip #CellBiology #FluorescenceMicroscopy #LiveCellImaging #LabSupplies
Precision-machined stainless steel weight for holding 22mm coverslips flat on specimen surfaces in open-dish imaging setups. Prevents coverslip float during media changes or perfusion, ensuring a stable imaging plane throughout the experiment.
#Microscopy #Coverslip #CellBiology #FluorescenceMicroscopy #LiveCellImaging #LabSupplies#Microscopy #LiveCellImaging #CellBiology #LabTools #OpenDish #CoverslipHolder
