NIGHTSEA Fluorescence Microscopy

Practical and Economical Solutions for Viewing and Photographing Fluorescence

NIGHTSEA are a proven innovator of complete and economical solutions of light sources and matched filters for viewing and imaging fluorescence at scales from macro to micro. They are the go-to for all your laboratory and outdoor fluorescence solutions for an ever-widening range of applications.

Microscope Adapter Systems

Stereo Microscope Fluorescence Adapters


The Model SFA Stereo Microscope Fluorescence Adapter is a complete solution for adding fluorescence to existing stereo microscopes, compatible with virtually all existing stereo microscope, regardless of age. It includes everything you need for adapting (not converting) just about any stereo microscope. You can purchase any of the 6 modular wavelength combinations that you need now and add more at any time.

Fetaures:
  • Requires NO disassembly or modification to your microscope
  • Installs in under a minute
  • Power supply compatible with 110/220V, 50/60Hz, and comes with modular international plug set – US, EU, UK, AU
  • Does not interfere with ordinary use as barrier filters attach magnetically and can be easily removed at any time
  • True instant on/off, no warm-up or cool-down required
  • Components are colour coded to avoid confusion
  • Easily moved between microscopes
  • Includes unique filter shield for dual function as eye protection and as a viewing filter
  • Made in USA
Complete system with one excitation/emission combination
  • Flexible gooseneck lamp base (standard, dim or pulse) with control circuit
  • Power supply 120/240VAC, 50/60Hz plus international plug set
  • Simple adapter to mount on microscopes
  • LED light head
  • Barrier filter that attaches to the adapter
  • Viewing shield made of matching filter material
  • Soft-sided case for protection in transport and storage
Add-on light head and filter sets

 

  • LED light head
  • Barrier filter that attaches to the adapter with a simple magnetic click
  • Viewing shield made of matching filter material
  • Carry case with foam for protection in transport and storage

 

Dino-Lite Digital Microscope Fluorescence Adapters

The NIGHTSEA Model SFA Stereo Microscope Fluorescence Adapter is designed for use with the Dino-Lite EDGE series of digital microscopes. Achieve improved performance by using the NIGHTSEA SFA excitation light sources in combination with the matching barrier filters pre-mounted in a Dino-Lite end cap that just snap onto the front of the microscope. Compatible white light Dino-Lite models:

  • AF4915ZTL
  • AM7115MZTL
  • AM7915MZTL
  • AM73915MZTL
Complete system with one excitation/emission combination
  • Flexible gooseneck lamp base with dimming control circuit
  • Power supply  120/240VAC, 50/60Hz plus international plug set
  • LED light head
  • Barrier filter mounted in an opaque Dino-Lite cap
  • Barrier filter glasses
Add-on light heads and filter sets

 

  • LED light head
  • Barrier filter mounted in an opaque Dino-Lite cap
  • Barrier filter glasses

  

Leica EZ4 Microscope Fluorescence Adapters

The Leica EZ4 Mounting Adapter enables you to use the NIGHTSEA Stereo Microscope Fluorescence System with the Leica EZ4 series of stereo microscopes, with or without integrated camera. Easily attach the barrier filter magnetically and hold the filter shield in place with a thumbscrew. The adapter is available for purchase separately to quickly move between Leica and other stereo microscopes.

Complete system with one excitation/emission combination
  • Lamp base  (standard, dim and pulse available)
  • Power supply  120/240VAC, 50/60Hz plus international plug set
  • Light Head-Royal Blue, Cyan, Green, Violet or Ultraviolet
  • Leica EZ4 Mounting adapter
  • Barrier Filter
  • Viewing Shield
Leica EZ4 series lens adapter

 

  • Adapter only

Accessories for Microscope Adapter Systems

  • DIM and PULSE base options
  • Light head hanger system
  • Switch Box Kit to switch between two wavelengths 
  • Eclipse MicroTent™ for outdoor use
  • SFA Battery Pack for > 8hrs run time
  • Tru-Block Eye Shields to prevent vision interference
  • Light heads including Infrared (IR) light and white light
  • Barrier shields
  • Barrier filters
  • Barrier filter glasses
  • Focus Lens for light heads

Fluorescence Flashlight Systems

Xite Fluorescence Flashlight System

The Xite™ Fluorescence Flashlight System includes single-wavelength fluorescence excitation flashlights available with any of the five wavelengths in the NIGHTSEA line, paired with matching barrier filter glasses for maximum viewing contrast. Genotyping your transgenic organisms, screening cell cultures, inspecting parts with fluorescent penetrants, finding fluorescing critters in the field, the Xite line provides what you need.

Features:

  • Tightly focused for a high intensity illumination spot
  • Two power levels, plus unique flashing mode and battery status indication
  • Add-on diffuser for a broader, smoother beam
  • Compact and lightweight
  • Rechargeable high capacity lithium ion battery
Complete system with one excitation/emission combination
  • Fluorescence excitation flashlight (one wavelength) with lanyard
  • Matching barrier filter glasses with microfibre case for storage and cleaning
  • Diffuser cap
  • High capacity lithium ion battery
  • Battery charger and USB charging cord
  • Instruction sheet
  • Padded foam shipping/carry/storage case

 

COMING SOON

Keyence VHX Series Digital Microscope Fluorescence Adapters

The NIGHTSEA Model SFA Fluorescence Adapter system adds a versatile fluorescence imaging capability to the Keyence VHX series of digital microscopes. A growing number of Keyence owners are using the system successfully with a number of the most popular Keyence lenses. Suitable for a variety of applications along with  inspecting photoresist. These options provide illumination that is free of the UV and blue light that can expose the photoresist. Systems to suit Keyence lenses:

  • VH-Z00, Z20
  • VH-Z100, VH-Z50
  • VH-Z500
  • VH-ZST
  • VHX-7100 (FI Head)
  • System is not recommended for use with the higher magnification lenses in the FI head.

Hirox Digital Microscope Fluorescence Adapters

The NIGHTSEA Model SFA Fluorescence Adapter system can add a versatile fluorescence imaging capability to the Hirox digital microscope. Adaptations to the Hirox system are concerned with the lens only - Variants of the NIGHTSEA fluorescence adapter system that work with the HR-2500E and HR-1020E lenses. (Older lenses may be able to be supported). 

NIGHTSEA implements these for the Hirox system with:

  • High intensity LED light sources available in five excitation wavelength ranges
  • Emission barrier filters that can be easily added to the Hirox lenses
  • The filters for the HR-2500E and HR-1020E lenses simply insert into the Analyser slot