Olympus XENUS PLUS 800-1953 Microscope System W/ U-TV1 X, U-CMAD-2, U-RLA, E62706200, E11706200, U-TLU Port Tube & UCLW

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Product Details And Specifications

Olympus XENUS PLUS Series: Comprehensive Module Range and Technical Overview

The Olympus XENUS PLUS platform is a modular fluorescence illumination and imaging system engineered for high-throughput research microscopy. Deployed across pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, semiconductor inspection facilities, and life science imaging centers globally, the XENUS PLUS architecture integrates xenon arc lamp illumination with precision optical relay components. The system's modular design — spanning illuminators, camera adapters, relay lenses, port tubes, and filter cube assemblies — enables configuration flexibility across upright and inverted microscope frames including the BX, IX, and CX series. Its sustained adoption in regulated laboratory environments (GLP/GMP-compliant facilities, clinical pathology labs) reflects the platform's long-term serviceability and the availability of validated spare parts.

The Evolution of XENUS PLUS Architecture

The XENUS PLUS lineage originates from Olympus's earlier U-LH100HG mercury arc illumination systems. The transition to xenon-based illumination (XENUS) addressed the spectral instability and warm-up latency inherent in mercury sources, delivering a broader, flatter emission spectrum from 300–800 nm. The XENUS PLUS revision introduced enhanced arc lamp housing sealing (IP-rated enclosures), improved shutter response times (<50 ms), and a standardized C-mount and U-TV adapter interface that unified camera coupling across the BX2 and IX2 frame generations. Compatibility with legacy U-series port tubes (U-TLU, U-TLU-1) was maintained through adapter rings, preserving investment in existing optical infrastructure. As the platform enters its mature lifecycle phase, Olympus has transitioned primary support to the X-Cite and pE-series LED illuminators; however, XENUS PLUS components remain in active use at sites where xenon spectral characteristics are a validated process requirement. DriveKNMS maintains verified stock of both current and end-of-life XENUS PLUS assemblies to support lifecycle extension programs.

XENUS PLUS Full Catalog & Functionalities (SKU List)

The following SKUs represent the verified XENUS PLUS module range, classified by functional category. Each entry reflects a discrete, field-replaceable assembly.

Illumination & Light Source Assemblies

• 800-1953: XENUS PLUS 75W xenon arc lamp illuminator, complete housing assembly with integrated shutter and fiber port
• E62706200: Xenon arc lamp burner unit, 75W, direct replacement for XENUS PLUS housing 800-1953
• E11706200: Lamp socket and igniter sub-assembly for XENUS PLUS 800-1953 illuminator
• U-LH75XEAPO: 75W xenon arc lamp, apo-corrected, for XENUS PLUS and XENUS standard housings
• U-HGLGPS: Mercury/xenon hybrid lamp power supply, compatible with XENUS PLUS control interface

Camera Coupling & Relay Optics

• U-TV1X: 1x C-mount TV adapter, direct-coupled, for BX2/IX2 phototube port — primary imaging relay in this system configuration
• U-CMAD-2: C-mount camera adapter, 0.5x reduction relay, for coupling DSLR/CMOS sensors to U-TV1 X output
• U-TV0.5XC-3: 0.5x C-mount adapter with 3-chip CCD correction, alternative to U-CMAD-2 for color-critical applications
• U-TV1X-2: 1x TV adapter, second-generation, improved anti-reflection coating vs. U-TV1X
• U-TVCAC: C-mount to CS-mount conversion adapter, for compact camera sensors requiring shorter flange distance

Port Tubes & Optical Path Components

• U-TLU: Universal port tube, upright frame, connects phototube to camera adapter stack — included in this system configuration
• U-TLU-1: Extended port tube variant, 160mm optical path, for legacy BX50/BX60 frame compatibility
• U-DP: Dual-port beam splitter, 50/50 ratio, for simultaneous eyepiece and camera imaging
• U-TR30-2: Trinocular observation tube, 30° inclined, with integrated camera port for BX2 series

Fluorescence Filter & Relay Accessories

• UCLW: Universal condenser lens, wide-field, for transmitted light and fluorescence co-illumination — included in this system configuration
• U-MF2: Motorized fluorescence filter cube turret, 6-position, compatible with XENUS PLUS illumination path
• U-FDICT: DIC/fluorescence combination prism slider for BX2 transmitted light path
• U-RLA: Relay lens assembly, intermediate optical path component between illuminator and epi-fluorescence port — included in this system configuration

Sourcing Hard-to-Find & Obsolete XENUS PLUS Parts

The XENUS PLUS 800-1953 illuminator and its associated lamp burners (E62706200, E11706200) are no longer listed in Olympus's active catalog. Replacement lamp burners have a finite shelf life and are subject to supply constraints as original manufacturing runs are exhausted. DriveKNMS maintains a dedicated inventory of verified XENUS PLUS assemblies sourced through authorized decommissioning programs and certified secondary market channels. All units are inspected against original Olympus service documentation prior to listing. For complete system configurations — such as the 800-1953 with U-TV1 X, U-CMAD-2, U-RLA, U-TLU, and UCLW — DriveKNMS can supply the full assembly or individual sub-components, supporting both emergency replacement and planned maintenance schedules. Customers operating under validated laboratory protocols (FDA 21 CFR Part 11, ISO 17025) are advised to request documentation packages including test reports and traceability records.

Quality Control for the XENUS PLUS Range

XENUS PLUS assemblies received by DriveKNMS undergo a structured inspection protocol prior to dispatch. Arc lamp housings (800-1953) are tested for shutter actuation response, arc gap alignment, and fiber port coupling efficiency using a calibrated integrating sphere. Lamp burners (E62706200, E11706200) are inspected for electrode erosion, envelope integrity, and base contact resistance. Camera adapters (U-TV1 X, U-CMAD-2) are evaluated for optical axis alignment, C-mount thread condition, and internal element cleanliness using collimated light projection. Port tubes (U-TLU) are checked for parfocality and mechanical play within the phototube interface. Relay lens assemblies (U-RLA) are tested for transmission uniformity across the field. All tested units are assigned a condition grade (Grade A: fully functional, no cosmetic defects; Grade B: fully functional, minor cosmetic wear) and shipped with a 90-day functional warranty.