FC-HX Series Microscope Phase Contrast Ring

Product Description

• Enables phase contrast microscopy
• Used in conjunction with phase contrast objective lenses to enhance image contrast by utilizing the phase difference of light
• Suitable for phase contrast imaging with brightfield illumination; applicable for observations in cytology, molecular biology and materials science
• Multiple phase contrast ring options available

In a phase contrast microscope, the phase contrast ring is one of the core components for implementing phase contrast microscopy. It is typically used with phase contrast objective lenses to generate and measure the phase difference between the specimen and the background.

Basic Specifications

 

Specification	Details
Overall Dimension	Ø25.4*1.7mm
Ring Plate Thickness	0.2mm
Material	Aluminum alloy + Stainless steel
Weight	1.9g

Microscope Phase Contrast Ring Models

 

Model	Annular Specification	Quantity
FC-HX3.1	Ø3.3mm, annulus 0.21*2.44mm	3 pcs
FC-HX3.9	Ø4.8mm, annulus 0.3*3.17mm	–
FC-HX6.5	Ø7mm, annulus 0.5*5.5mm	–
FC-HX12	Ø12.7mm, annulus 0.7*10.35mm	–

Technical Description

(1) In phase contrast microscopy, the phase contrast ring is a core component for realizing phase contrast microscopy technology. It is usually used with phase contrast objective lenses to generate and measure the phase difference between the specimen and the background, which serves to improve the contrast of transparent or translucent specimens—especially those that are nearly invisible under a conventional brightfield microscope. It enhances image contrast by leveraging the phase difference of light, making it particularly suitable for observations in cytology, molecular biology and materials science.

(2) It can be installed in a rotating phase contrast device, or integrated into cage systems for use with optical turrets, adjustment mounts and lens sleeves.

(3) The pinhole aperture and outer diameter can be customized according to actual requirements to meet the diverse experimental needs of users.

Assembly

Application Examples

Engineering Drawings

FC-HX Engineering Drawing