Olympus Corp., Waltham, Mass., introduces the GX53 inverted metallurgical microscope with upgraded Olympus Stream image analysis software for improved observation and reporting capabilities. Designed for the observation and inspection of metal components, the GX53 inverted metallurgical microscope features an LED light source for ultra-long life and low power consumption.
Inverted metallurgical microscopes observe samples from underneath, enabling the user to inspect thick or heavy samples without adjusting the orientation of the sample surface. This ability makes the GX53 microscope a practical tool for viewing the microstructure of metals in automotive and other manufactured metal components.
With the incorporation of MIX observation technology—a first for the GX series—the GX53 microscope can obtain surface structure images with exceptional clarity. MIX technology produces unique observation images by combining darkfield with another observation method, such as brightfield, fluorescence, or polarization. MIX observation enables users to view samples that are difficult to see with conventional microscopes.
When combined with Olympus Stream software, the GX53 inverted metallurgical microscope can save observation settings for easy recall. This improves productivity and facilitates inspections by making it easy to replicate frequently used observation settings or the settings of other technicians.
Olympus Stream image analysis software v. 2.3 supports every step of the inspection process, from preparing the microscope to observation, analysis, and reporting. The latest version includes an instant extended focal image (EFI) function to bring the entire view field into focus. The software also incorporates improvements to the system’s spreadsheet-based reporting functions.
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