Grayfield Optical Inc - High Resolution Optical Microscopes

The Ergonom 1000 series is our entry level Ergonom microscope with a turret for 4 or 5 objectives. Although it is our smallest Ergonom microscope, its capabilities exceed conventional optical microscopes with its enhanced variable depth of field which can be ordered for either incident or transmitted light. Although in order to keep the costs down, the depth of field adjustment is not as wide as that of its big brothers, it is still considerably higher than that of conventional optical microscopes.

Compared to the larger Ergonoms, the field of view is not as large due to the use of smaller objectives. Color contrast, etc, is available and the maximum resolution is dependant on the objectives selected.

Can be used by doctors, practitioners, etc. who need to see more than is possible with bright and darkfield, have a limited budget and wish to obtain the best possible performance that considerably surpasses conventional optical microscopes. A large range of objectives are available to suit your individual requirements.

As with all Ergonom microscopes, the Ergonom 1000 series does not require any staining or oil immersion, is very easy to use and uses an entirely optical system with an extended working distance. Due to the use of lower priced optics, the field of view is narrower and depth of field limited to one of the light paths, the Ergonom 1000 provides access to higher quality images at a price not previously possible.

The Ergonom 1000 series of microscopes are made in Germany to the highest technical standards and available in a wide range of configurations and prices to match your exact needs. Built in a modular way, it is possible to add a limited number of additional features as your requirements and budget allow.

Ergonom Technology

Depth of Field: All Ergonom microscopes feature variable depth of field where the true colours and contour sharpness remain clearly discernable, even with ever increasing magnifications comparable with that of mid-range scanning electron microscopes. This makes it possible to vary the depth of field independently of magnification, which also allows much more detail to be seen (see image on right), live and in real time!

No Staining, No Oil: The unique optical system provides so much contrast that staining is not required. This allows you to observe the specimens, under a white light source, in their true (living) state, in vivid contrast and true colours even at the highest magnifications. All objectives remain dry as oil immersion is not required.

Grayfield: An entirely new method in optical microscopy is the Grayfield method, developed by Kurt Olbrich. This method allows you to see detailed structures that are otherwise not even visible with conventional phase contrast microscopes. For example, the Grayfield method allows you to observe the in-vitro decomposition processes of blood. During this transitional phase new viruses and structures arise, which tend to decay and could previously not be made visible due to the lack of suitable microscope techniques.

Phase Contrast: The phase contrast method is used for all thin-layered structures including fibres and textiles. With conventional methods, focusing is limited by overlapping layers and the structures also have the same fractal index causing the structures to become blurred. The Ergonom technology removes these limitations and provides clear and sharp contours.

Brochure Ergonom 1000