Mercury Lamp Phase-Out in Fluorescence Microscopy: Your Questions Answered
The mercury lamp phase-out is approaching in 2027. If you’re wondering what it means for your microscope setup, our No More Mercury FAQs are a good place to start.
The Mercury Bulb Phase-Out: Wherever You Are in the Conversation, We’re Here to Help
Starting the conversation early makes things easier. One of the advantages of knowing about the phase-out ahead of time is that it gives labs space to think about their options calmly.
How Long Will Your Mercury Bulb Stock Actually Last?
Very few facilities actively and accurately track their mercury or metal halide bulb usage over time. They get ordered, installed, replaced, and eventually forgotten about. But this creates a blind spot…
Introducing the pE-300opto: A Simple, Precise Light Source for Optogenetics
Optogenetics is all about precise control: the right wavelength, the right intensity, the right timing. The pE-300opto is built to deliver exactly that, offering just the wavelengths and control that matter, in a compact, affordable package.
CoolLED supports EBP South “Get Inspired”
We recently attended EBP South’s ‘Get Inspired’ event, where Marina, Alex and Andrew spent a busy day speaking with young people about careers in STEM
Top 5 Signs Your Microscope Setup Is Working Against You
Have you ever felt like your microscope has a slight vendetta against you? It seems to works okay for everyone else, but for you it’s like trying to convince a really tired toddler to put their shoes on? Chances are, it might not be your fault…
Why Metal Halide and Mercury Lamps Are Being Phased Out and What’s Replacing Them
The February 2027 global move away from mercury/metal halide bulbs marks a turning point for safer, more sustainable illumination
The Difference Between “It Works” and “I Trust It”
Have you ever had a piece of kit that technically works, as long as you approach it in the right mood, at the right time, and without making any sudden movements? And wouldn’t it be nice to have something that just… behaves?
The Difference Between Bright and Useful Illumination
In fluorescence microscopy, useful illumination is the kind you don’t ever need to think about. And that’s usually the sign it’s doing its job perfectly…
The Questions No Spec Sheet Really Answers
We’re renowned for our incredible tech support and extensive resource library. This blog delves into the questions that are rarely on the spec sheet but are useful in day-to-day microscopy
The Cosy Comfort of a Setup You Can Trust
As the year winds down, a microscope quietly shows us that progress isn’t about one standout component, but about everything working in harmony
How LEDs Keep Your Experiments Bright All Winter
In the spirit of frosty mornings, here’s a blog about why LEDs are particularly well-behaved companions even during the chilliest months
