BX46 Upright Microscope

The BX46 microscope is engineered for routine pathology, combining an ergonomic design with advanced imaging capabilities to provide precision and comfort during extended laboratory work. Its ultra-low stage and adjustable observation tube offer optimal posture, while the LED illumination delivers consistent, true-to-life color rendering for reliable sample analysis.

Designed for Routine Pathology and Laboratory

Built to meet the demands of repetitive routine microscopy, the BX46 microscope has features that help you remain comfortable while you’re working. The stage is fixed so it is close to your desk’s surface, keeping it nearer to your hands. Samples are focused on using the movable nosepiece.

Easy, Ergonomic Manual Stage Movement

The low-position handles and low-torque stage make it easy to move the specimen with a simple finger tap so you can keep your arms and hands resting in a comfortable position.

Ultra-low Stage
Ultra-low Stage

LED Made for Clinical Research Applications

The LED’s color rendering index is similar to a halogen bulb with a daylight filter. Stains look the same as if you were using a traditional daylight filtered halogen lamp and similar colors can be differentiated. Unlike a halogen light source, the LED has an estimated 20,000-hour lifetime.

Stay Comfortable with the Ergonomic Tube

The tube moves up and down, tilts, and extends forward and back. With this one component, users of nearly any height can adjust the scope so that they’re comfortable.

An Ergonomic Observation Tube

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Designed for User Comfort

The BX46 microscope is engineered to help you to maintain your ideal, ergonomic posture while you work. The design enables you to keep your back and neck upright, allowing the spinal column to assume its natural curvature. With the ultra-low stage, you can maintain an ergonomic, 90-degree elbow angle.

Designed for the User
Easier Navigation

Easy Sample Navigation

The low-torque stage with eco grip XY controls reduces the force required to navigate around a sample. Combined with the ultra-low stage, you shouldn’t have to lift your hand while scanning a sample.

Fast Image Acquisition

Mount the remote exposure knob to either side of the microscope to acquire images without taking your eyes off the sample.

Quick Capture
Straightforward Gout Inspection

Polarized Light Observation

Use the BX46 microscope for polarized light observation by inserting an analyzer into the nosepiece. A rotating stage can replace the standard mechanical stage to further improve the process.

Tailor to Your Imaging

You can easily adapt the BX46 microscope for advanced research or conferencing. Our digital cameras and cellSens imaging software* offer the ability to capture histological stains with pixel-precise fidelity.

*cellSens is not for clinical diagnostic use.

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Specifications

Observation Method
Brightfield
Simple Polarized Light
Illuminator
Transmitted Köhler Illuminator
LED Lamp
Focus
Focusing Mechanism
Nosepiece Focus
Intermediate Magnification Changer
Manual Terret
Revolving Nosepiece
Manual
Standard (5 positions)
Stage
Manual
Manual Stages with Right-Hand Control
X: 76 mm (3 in.), Y: 52 mm (2 in.)
Mechanical
Plain Stage
Dimensions: 180 mm × 150 mm (7 in. × 6 in.)
Rotatable Graduated Stage
Rotation: 360 degrees
Precision Rotatable Stage
Rotation: 360 degrees
Condenser
Manual
Swing-Out Condenser
NA 0.9/ W.D. 2 mm (1.25X–100X) (built-in)
Observation Tubes
Widefield (FN 22)
Binocular
Tilting Binocular
Trinocular
Tilting Trinocular
Ergonomic Tilting Binocular
Tilting, Telescopic, Lifting Binocular
Dimensions (W × D × H)
274.5 mm × 362 mm × 410 mm (10.8 in. × 14.3 in. × 16.1 in.) (Standard configuration)
Weight
17 kg (37.5 lb) (Standard configuration)
Operating Environment
Indoor Use
Ambient Temperature
5 °C–40 °C (41 °F–104 °F)
Maximum Relative Humidity
80% for temperatures up to 31 ºC (88 ºF), decreasing linearly through 70% at 34 ºC (93 ºF), 60% at 37 ºC (99 ºF), to 50% relative humidity at 40 ºC (104 ºF)
Supply Voltage Fluctuations
±10 %

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