SKU: PRODUCT ID:OBJ-000-444
Nikon Plan Apo VC DIC N2 20x/0.50 M25 Thread Size Microscope Objective
Nikon Plan Apo VC DIC N2 20x/0.50 M25 Thread Size Microscope Objective
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Nikon Plan Apo VC OFN25 DIC N2 20x/0.5 M25 Thread Size - MRD70200 (Used)
The Nikon Plan Apo VC 20x/0.5 is a high-performance plan apochromatic (Plan Apo) objective designed for differential interference contrast (DIC), brightfield, and fluorescence microscopy. With a numerical aperture (NA) of 0.5, this objective provides superior resolution, contrast, and chromatic aberration correction. The VC (Violet Corrected) designation ensures exceptional image quality across a wide spectral range, making it ideal for advanced research applications. The M25 thread size ensures compatibility with Nikon Eclipse and other M25-compatible microscopes.
Condition
Refurbished/Used
(This product has been inspected and verified to meet manufacturer specifications.)
Included Items
- Nikon Plan Apo VC OFN25 DIC N2 20x/0.5 Objective
Key Features
- 20x magnification for high-resolution imaging
- Plan apochromatic (Plan Apo) optics for superior chromatic aberration correction
- VC (Violet Corrected) optics for enhanced fluorescence imaging
- Numerical aperture (NA) of 0.5 for excellent light-gathering capability
- DIC N2 optimized for differential interference contrast microscopy
- Wide field of view (OFN25) for large-sample observation
- M25 thread size for compatibility with Nikon Eclipse and other standard microscopes
- Flat field correction for sharp, edge-to-edge imaging
Applications
- Differential interference contrast (DIC) microscopy
- Brightfield microscopy
- Fluorescence microscopy
- Live-cell imaging
- Confocal and multiphoton imaging
- Pathology and histology
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Magnification | 20x |
| Numerical Aperture (NA) | 0.5 |
| Working Distance | ~2.1 mm |
| Immersion Medium | Air (Dry) |
| Cover Glass Thickness | 0.17 mm |
| Optical Correction | Plan Apochromatic (Flat Field, High Contrast, Violet Corrected for Fluorescence) |
| DIC Compatibility | Optimized for N2 differential interference contrast (DIC) microscopy |
| Thread Size | M25 (25mm thread diameter) |
| Parfocal Distance | 60 mm |
| Compatible Microscopes | Nikon Eclipse series and other M25-compatible models |
| Special Features | High transmission coatings for fluorescence, optimized for DIC imaging |
Additional Details
Additional Details
- Manufacturer: Nikon
- Model: Plan Apo VC OFN25 DIC N2 20x/0.5 M25 Thread Size
- Catalog Number: OBJ-000-444
- Serial Number: N/A
- Condition: Seller Refurbished

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