Digital Microscopy

The Keyence VHX-6000 is a remarkable microscope that uses visible light. It is the latest development in the field of Digital Microscopy (DM). It makes extensive use of recent breakthroughs in sCMOS digital cameras, stage micro-motors, advanced zoom lenses, graphics engines, and software.

The microscope compliments and enhances the capabilities of other microscopy technologies at the Center for Advanced Microscopy, especially SEM (scanning electron microscopy) and CLSM (confocal laser scanning microscopy).

Key features of the VHX-6000 include:
● Large Depth-of-Field by using Focus Stacking (Z-Stacking)
● Color Images
● Magnification range of 1X to 5,000X
● Samples up to 40 mm x 40 mm can be imaged
● 3D information including profiles, roughness, and volume measurements
● Full tilt stand, up to 90 degrees
● Automated Image stitching
● No sample processing required.

Training in use of the Keyence VHX-6000 is done in the NSC-820 SEM class and the NSC-837 CLSM class. Please see our Courses page for more information.

For service work on the microscope, please contact either Amy Albin, albinamy@msu.edu, 517-355-3454.