SKU: PRODUCT ID:89N-15054
89 North LDI-5-488 Laser Diode Illuminator 405/488/555/640/730 Microscope Illuminator
89 North LDI-5-488 Laser Diode Illuminator 405/488/555/640/730 Microscope Illuminator
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89 North LDI-5-488 Laser Diode Illuminator – 405/488/555/640/730 nm – Catalog #15054
The 89 North LDI-5-488 is a powerful, five-wavelength laser diode illuminator engineered for advanced fluorescence imaging. Featuring laser lines at 405, 488, 555, 640, and 730 nm, this model covers a wide spectral range—from violet through near-infrared—making it ideal for multicolor experiments using a diverse set of fluorophores. With fast modulation, high output power, and exceptional stability, the LDI-5-488 is optimized for high-performance imaging in both research and core microscopy facilities.
Condition
New with Manufacturer Warranty
Key Features
- Laser Lines: 405 nm, 488 nm, 555 nm, 640 nm, 730 nm
- Output Power: Up to 1000 mW per laser line for bright, reliable excitation
- Output Stability: <2% variation via feedback-controlled power regulation
- Fast Modulation: Sub-10 μs rise time enables rapid synchronization with imaging systems
- Control Interfaces: TTL, analog (0–5 V), and USB for integration with most acquisition platforms
- Compact and Efficient: Air-cooled chassis with small footprint for easy lab integration
Applications
- Spinning Disk Confocal Microscopy
- Widefield Fluorescence Imaging
- FRAP, FLIP, and Time-Lapse Studies
- Photoactivation / Photoconversion
- Live-cell and Multi-Spectral Imaging
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | 89 North |
| Model | LDI-5-488 |
| Catalog Number | 15054 |
| Wavelengths | 405, 488, 555, 640, 730 nm |
| Output Power | Up to 1000 mW per laser line |
| Output Stability | <2% variation |
| Modulation | <10 μs rise time |
| Control Options | TTL, Analog (0–5 V), USB |
| Cooling | Active air cooling |
| Dimensions | 318 mm x 234 mm x 146 mm (12.5” x 9.2” x 5.75”) |
| Weight | Approx. 9 lbs |
Additional Details
Additional Details
- Manufacturer: 89 North
- Model: LDI-5-488 Laser Diode Illuminator 405/488/555/640/730
- Catalog Number: 89N-15054
- Serial Number: N/A
- Condition: New

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