ZEISS Axio Observer

Precision. Performance. Power.

  • Inverted Metallograph
  • Manual or Motorized Systems
  • Repeatable Results
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Axio Observer Family

  • Axio Observer 3 – Best for Routine Work

    Manual Stand, Easy to Use, Reliable Results
    • Manual Focus and Stage
    • Manual Light Path
    • Coded Components


    Great for labs that need dependable imaging without automation.

  • Axio Observer 5 – Best for Standardizing Routine Work

    Standardize your Imaging
    • Manual Focus and Stage
    • Motorized Light Path
    • Coded Components


    Ideal for documentation, reproducibility, and integrating with imaging software.

  • Axio Observer 7 - Best for R&D or Failure Analysis

    Research Microscope
    • Motorized Focus and Stage
    • Automated Light Path
    • Coded Components


    Ideal for documentation, reproducibility, and integrating with imaging software.

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Automatic Software Scalings

The Axio Observer series features a coded nosepiece that can accommodate up to six objectives. When used with ZEISS ZEN Core software, objective changes are automatically detected and the correct image scaling is applied.

Users can have confidence that scale bars and measurements are accurate and free from user error introduced by not properly applying correct scaling's in the software.

Flexible Configuration

The Axio Observer is an open platform which can be configured for your applications today while still providing a path for future upgrades.

Automated Components

  • Light Manager automatically adjusts intensity of light for each objective and contrast method
  • Motorized Focus
  • Motorized Stage
  • Motorized Filter Turret
  • Motorized Reflected Light Field and Aperture Diaphragm

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