It’s ‘just’ a light source… How hard can it be?
Why developing illumination for an OEM instrument involves rather more than choosing a bright LED, attaching a lens and pointing it in the right direction…
Why developing illumination for an OEM instrument involves rather more than choosing a bright LED, attaching a lens and pointing it in the right direction…
Get your illumination right and a lot of things get easier. Results feel more consistent. Switching gets quicker. Imaging becomes less of a battle. Which is really the whole point…You’ve got enough going on already.
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?
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
LEDs have been around long enough to collect a small museum of myths. Some are harmless; others waste time and samples. Let’s tidy up the big ones – in plain English!
Here are five small, practical tweaks you can try today. No new microscope required – just a couple of cables, a calmer exposure slider, and a smidge of self-discipline.
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For manufacturers who wish to gain a competitive advantage through bright, stable and controllable illumination, CoolLED’s world-renowned LED technology is available in customised configurations.

Did you know that LED illumination systems help laboratories reduce their carbon footprint, protecting laboratory staff along the way?
Toxic mercury-based microscope illuminators are bad news for the environment, draw a lot of power and have a short lifetime.
LED illumination systems are cleaner, have a long lifetime and use less power. Our pE-300 Series is also ACT label certified and is a natural choice for labs who want to play their part in helping the environment.
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