Heerbrugg, Switzerland. The latest high-performance generation of the well-known Leica M series has been extended to include the new Leica M60 Stereomicroscope. Leica Microsystems therefore now offers a whole family of stereomicroscopes designed according to the modular CMO (Common Main Objective) principle: the Leica M50, M60 and M80. Featuring superlative optical quality, an intelligent range of accessories and smooth interplay of all components, this series masters even exceptional challenges with ease.

While its smart details will be particularly appreciated by users in industry, e.g. the watch and clock making or automobile industries, the M60 will outplay its rivals in biological applications, too. Besides its ultra compact footprint, it also scores on the ergonomic front by offering adjustable viewing height. The great depth of focus and 116.8 mm object field give the user a view of the entire sample without it having to be moved. The 6.3:1 zoom with its seven switchable click stop positions enables exact reproduction of inspection conditions.

Next-generation Illumination

The new compact Leica LED3000 RL ring light illumination is an example of Leica Microsystems‘ consistent system integration efforts for the M series. This ring light uses state-of-the-art LEDs and a focusing lens specially developed by Leica Microsystems to provide extremely homogeneous illumination and significantly greater brightness than conventional concepts. The Leica LED3000 RL is perfect for a large number of routine applications. Full, semicircle and quarter-circle segments can be selected on the ring light itself simply by pressing a key. This enables new information to be obtained from the sample without having to move it. Only one data exchange cable is required for reading and controlling the parameters. In combination with the coarse/fine focus control, all digital signals are bundled at the base of the focusing column, digitally processed and sent to the Leica Application Suite (LAS) software.

Leica Microsystems is a leading global designer and producer of innovative, high-tech, precision optical systems for the analysis of microstructures. It is one of the market leaders in each of its business areas: Microscopy, Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy with corresponding Imaging Systems, Specimen Preparation, and Medical Equipment. The company manufactures a broad range of products for numerous applications requiring microscopic imaging, measurement, and analysis. It also offers system solutions for life science including biotechnology and medicine, research and development of raw materials, and industrial quality assurance. The company is represented in over 100 countries with 14 manufacturing facilities in 11 countries, sales and service organizations in 19 countries and an international network of dealers. The international management is headquartered in Wetzlar, Germany.