The Olympus BX53-P Research Grade Polarizing Microscope is Olympus's flagship polarized light platform — fully loaded and ready to use, combining UIS2 infinity-corrected strain-free optics, LED illumination, conoscopic capability, and a complete compensator system for the most demanding mineralogy, materials science, and birefringence research applications. 🔵 10x, 20x, and 40x strain-free POL objectives for artifact-free polarized light imaging across the full magnification range. And 10x Central Stop, Dispersion Staining Objective 💡 High-intensity LED lamphouse (U-LHLEDC100) for stable, long-life, energy-efficient illumination 🔮 U-CPA conoscopic polarizing intermediate piece for conoscopic observation and optical axis determination 🌀 U-SRP 360° rotating ball-bearing stage with 3-point centering, 1° graduation increments, and lockable position 🧪 Complete compensator system: U-TAD adapter and U-TP530 first-order red gypsum plate for retardation and interference color analysis 📷 U-TR30-2 trinocular head with 3-position light path (100:0 / 80:20 / 0:100) for flexible observation and documentation 🔧 Product Description The Olympus BX53-P represents the pinnacle of Olympus's polarizing microscope lineup, delivering superb performance through a combination of UIS2 infinity-corrected optics and a purpose-built polarized light optical design. This fully loaded system is configured with every major accessory required for advanced polarized light research — from routine orthoscopic observation to demanding conoscopic analysis. The U-LHLEDC100 high-intensity LED lamphouse provides stable, consistent illumination with exceptional longevity and no warm-up time. Three strain-free POL objectives — 10x, 20x, and 40x — deliver flat-field, artifact-free imaging across the full magnification range. Also includes 10x Central Stop, Dispersion Staining Objective. The U-SRP rotating ball-bearing stage with 3-point centering and 1° graduation enables precise extinction angle measurement and crystal orientation analysis. The U-CPA conoscopic intermediate piece allows direct observation of interference figures for optical axis determination and crystal system identification. The U-POC strain-free condenser with 360° rotatable polarizer and swing-out top lens supports both orthoscopic and conoscopic modes. The U-TAD compensator adapter with U-TP530 first-order red gypsum plate enables interference color and retardation measurement. The U-AN360P rotatable, lockable analyzer slider and U-FMP attachable mechanical stage with XY controls complete this comprehensive system. WHN 10x widefield eyepieces with a crosshair reticle and scale in the right eyepiece support precise measurement and alignment. The U-TR30-2 trinocular head with selectable light path ratios supports simultaneous observation and camera documentation. 🔎 Typical Applications Mineralogy and petrology thin section analysis with conoscopic observation Crystal structure, birefringence, and optical axis determination Interference color and retardation measurement with compensators Pharmaceutical polymorphism and crystal habit analysis Fiber identification and forensic materials analysis Advanced research requiring full conoscopic and orthoscopic polarized light capability 📊 Key Specifications Specification Details Frame Olympus BX53 Optical System UIS2 infinity-corrected, strain-free Illumination U-LHLEDC100 high-intensity LED lamphouse Head U-TR30-2 trinocular (100:0 / 80:20 / 0:100) Eyepieces WHN 10x Widefield (crosshair reticle with scale in right eyepiece) Nosepiece U-P4RE quadruple centerable Objectives Strain-free POL 10x, 20x, 40x & 10x Dispersion Staining Objective Stage U-SRP 360° rotating ball-bearing, 3-point centering, 1° graduation, lockable Mechanical Stage U-FMP attachable with XY knurled controls Condenser U-POC strain-free, 360° rotatable polarizer, swing-out top lens Analyzer U-AN360P rotatable, lockable slider Conoscopic Attachment U-CPA conoscopic polarizing intermediate piece Compensator System U-TAD adapter + U-TP530 first-order red gypsum plate SKU BX53-P Country of Origin Japan Weight 45 lbs University and institutional purchase orders are welcome. Please contact us for invoicing and procurement documentation.
