Your microscope is a high-precision device, and with the proper upkeep and maintenance, you will be rewarded with exceptional results. Gain a deeper insight into routine caretaking procedures from our microscope experts. Following their advice can help ensure that you continue to enjoy high-quality images with your Olympus microscope.
Whether you are working in an imaging core facility, doing research, or educating students—you can benefit from the higher-quality data and fewer sources of error offered by a carefully maintained microscope.
Scroll down to download our free guides on Microscope Maintenance, Köhler Illumination, and Olympus Service Offerings.
Guide: Microscope Cleaning and MaintenanceDust and dirt particles can accumulate on the microscope and may affect image quality. This is particularly frustrating if dust particles are visible when documenting important specimens that cannot be reimaged. To exploit the full optical quality of your microscope, cleaning should be a regular part of your maintenance routine. |
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Guides: Köhler IlluminationAnother important procedure that should be included in your regular maintenance is checking the Köhler illumination. Download the Köhler Illumination guides for upright microscopes Download the Köhler Illumination guides for inverted microscopes |
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Guide: Adjusting the ParfocalityIf you’re using a camera, you should also keep in mind that you need to adapt the focus and adjust the parfocality. It’s usually sufficient to do this once after installation, but if you see focus differences between the eyepiece view and the camera image, it makes sense to check. |
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Guides: Adjusting for Different Observation MethodsIt’s true that a well-maintained microscope will help ensure you obtain optimal images. However, it is also important to know how to properly adjust the microscope for your observation method. |
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Ensure Smooth Operation with Olympus Service Offerings
If you would like to have your maintenance carried out by our professional service technicians, Olympus offers a wide range of maintenance services. These are designed to reduce the cost of ownership and ensure the availability of your equipment through our network of Regional Repair Centers and Field Service Engineers.
Click here to find all our service offerings.
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