XYRCOS® laser

XYRCOS® laser

Our Newest Research Laser System for Stem Cell Research, Gene Targeting, Knock Out Mouse Production, SCNT, ICSI, IVF and Assisted Hatching

Laser and RED-i target locator built into 40x or 20x objective

Features

• Choice of Objective Magnification: Both the XYRCOS and XYClone are available with a 40x or a 20x objective. Systems can even be configured to use both, or a combination of a XYRCOS and a XYClone.
• Plug & Play: Simply open the laser software program and you are ready to go! No warm-up time is needed.
• Save Money on Supplies!: Unlike piezo drills, the lasers are "non-contact" and requires no special needles or pipettes. So not only can you achieve your results quickly and reliably, but you also save money.
• Hands-free Laser Firing: When working with micromanipulators, the XYRCOS and XYClone allow you to work in "hands-free" mode by using the optional foot switch to fire the laser. Simply use the manipulators to position the embryo to the target and press the foot switch to fire the laser. Your micromanipulation proceeds rapidly and the time the embryo spends on the microscope stage is minimized. Also, the laser may be fired as many times as required to complete the process, without need of reactivating the laser.
• Frees Your Microscope Ports - Does Not Interfere with Fluorescence: The extremely compact laser units installs directly on turret, leaving both the fluorescence and filter cube ports free for normal use (no removal of components required), and no interference with normal microscope usage.
• Unmatched Portability: For a complete laser system, including software and computer, the portability of a XYClone laptop configuration can't be beat. All laser components fit into a custom designed carry case, which offers both protection and easy transport. Combine this with a laptop unit and a small digital camera, and you can literally walk out the door the with a "XYClone To Go!"
• Hassle Free Microscope Upgrade or Changeover!!!: The exact same laser configuration installs on ALL brand/model of inverted microscope, including older models. The HT laser systems are ONLY complete laser systems available that can be switched from any brand/model of microscope to any other brand/model of microscope, without need for customization, laser realignment, and possibly even added cost. This means that if you buy any different brand/model microscope in the future, the XYClone can still be used with no changes needed!

The XYRCOS laser permits non-contact ablation of targeted membranes or structures. The XYRCOS laser module consists of a high power, Class 1, 1460 nm infrared laser plus RED-i target locator integrated into a 40x or 20x objective. Compatible with most inverted microscopes, the XYRCOS laser attaches to the turret just like a typical objective and allows full use of all the microscope's standard features, such as fluorescence and Hoffman imaging. In addition, the laser is factory-aligned and locked in place to ensure safe ablation.

Integrated Class I Laser (1460 nm, 300mW) and 40x or 20x Objective: The XYCROS laser-objective is a compact, portable unit that installs on all current and older models of inverted microscopes. The LWD 40x objective is specially designed and manufactured according to high quality HTR specifications. It is constructed to have high transmission in the infrared at l = 1460 NM, as well as in the visible. The XYCROSsystem includes the laser-objective, laser controller and laser cable.

Benefits

• High image quality
• Enhanced UV transmission, compatible with stains such as DAPI, Hoechst, and others
• Improved working distance - use with or without glass heater
• No laser alignment needed
• Similar in size to standard objectives
• Compatible with all major microscope brands, including newer and upright models

Accessories Included

• RMS ThreadAdapters: A set of three RMS thread adapters is included with each XYCROS. These adapters allow you install the XYCROS on any inverted microscope.
• XYCROS Laser Software: Includes adjustable laser power and pulse settings and image capture (JPG, TIF, BMP) with manual and automatic filing naming abilities. See XYClone and XYRCOS Software for included features.
• Color Camera and C-Mount Adapter: Choose between either an analog or digital (USB 2.0) color camera. All systems also come with the appropriate c-mount adapter for your microscope.
• Footswitch for Hands-free Firing: When working with micromanipulators, the XYClone allows you to work in "hands-free" mode by using the optional foot switch to fire the laser. Simply use the manipulators to position the embryo to the target and press the foot switch to fire the laser. Your micromanipulation proceeds rapidly and the time the embryo spends on the microscope stage is minimized.
• High Performance Computer System: The XYCROS comes with your choice of a desktop or laptop computer.