Most imaging applications use more than one fluorescent probe e.g. FRET, dual color imaging, co-localization studies. Andor Technology offers a highly flexible and versatile solution for researchers working with multi-wavelength imaging.
TuCam
The TuCam is an advanced two-camera adaptor for both macro and microscopic applications. It can be configured as a switch between camera models with a variety of imaging capabilities, or for simultaneous imaging from two similar cameras. It is compatible with Andor’s full range of leading commercial low light imaging cameras, such as Clara Interline CCD, iXon Ultra and Luca EMCCDs, and the Neo and Zyla sCMOS cameras. It is also compatible with any detector from a third party suppliers. The TuCam can be easily integrated in any laboratory or multi-user imaging facility. The TuCam does not need to be integrated into any software. It has the largest aperture available in the market, allowing a number of sensors ranging from very small to very large to be used smoothly with the TuCam.
Optosplit II/III
The Optosplit II/III from Andor is another option for imaging applications. Both are simple devices and allow one camera to record images simultaneously at two or three optically varied wavelengths. It is an inexpensive technique to perform multi-wavelength applications with a single camera sensor. The Optosplit II/III is compatible with a broad range of imaging cameras.
Both devices can be integrated seamlessly to any microscope, and will be advantageous in lab or research facilities by offering several options and versatility for the researcher.
| Model |
Description |
| TuCam |
High performance, two camera imaging adapter |
| Optosplit II |
Dual Emission Image Splitter for single camera. |
| Optosplit III |
Triple Emission Image Splitter |
Key Features
The major features of the TuCam are as follows:
- Largest aperture
- Highest transmission
- High quality achromatic lenses
- Very low distortion
- Bypassmode
- Convenient user adjustment
- Robust, compact and accurate
- C-mount and CSU versions
- Various magnifications
The following are the key features of the Optosplit II:
- Variable internal path separation
- Dichroic mirror and emission filters mounted in a readily interchangeable cube
- Variable and locking rectangular diaphragm aperture for defining field size
- Compact design with integral C-mount input and output ports
- Interchangeable filter/dichroic holders for dual and single wavelength imaging
- Simple and precise controls for image registration
- Aperture diaphragms to balance signal levels if appropriate
- Rotating filter mount for polarization studies
The main features of the Optosplit III are listed below:
- Single camera
- Variable internal path separation
- Dichroic mirror and emission filters mounted in a readily interchangeable cube
- Variable and locking rectangular diaphragm aperture for defining field size
- Compact design with integral C-mount input and output ports
- Interchangeable filter/dichroic holders for triple, dual and single wavelength imaging
- Simple and precise controls for image registration
- Rotating filter mount for polarization studies
- Aperture diaphragms to balance signal levels if appropriate