Upright Microscopes are used for materials science and analysis.

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Respectively designed for manual and automated operation, Leica DM4 M and DM6 M can be used for imaging, measurement, and analysis of similar features across many samples and materials. Modules of Leica Application Suite benefit such applications as steel inclusion rating, particle analysis, and phase/grain analysis. Along with pushbutton-actuated Illumination and Contrast Manager, features include LED illumination, settings recall, and 1.25x Panorama objective.



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Leica Microsystems Launches Automated Upright Microscopes for Materials Science and Materials Analysis



Leica DM4 M and Leica DM6 M for Consistent Imaging Conditions and Reliable Results



Wetzlar, Germany — Leica Microsystems launches the Leica DM4 M and Leica DM6 M upright microscopes for materials investigation. The systems are designed for imaging, measurement, and analysis of similar features across many samples and materials. While the Leica DM4 M is designed for manual routine inspection, the Leica DM6 M is capable of fully automated materials analysis. Automated functions such as the Illumination and Contrast Manager make users’ work lives easier because they reduce complex adjustments to the push of a button. Both instruments are equipped with LED illumination. For applications such as steel inclusion rating, particle analysis, phase or grain analysis, users benefit from expert modules of the Leica Application Software (LAS).



Stefan Motyka, Senior Product Manager at Leica Microsystems says: “Users can easily recall microscope settings from previous work, from any sample type. This enables them to instantly reproduce the perfect imaging parameters at any time – made possible with our Store and Recall software function. What makes these two systems unique is that they are really easy to use. One example: The microscope’s one-button Intelligent Automation simplifies any repetitive workflow. The Leica DM4 M and Leica DM6 M reduce training time, improve users’ workflows, and yield brilliant imaging results. For example, the 1.25x Panorama objective gives users a fantastic overview over the sample.”



The Illumination and Contrast Manager supports users by automatically recognizing the selected contrast technique and objective in use, accurately opening and closing the aperture and field diaphragms, and adapting the light intensity accordingly. LED illumination takes care of homogenous lighting with a constant color temperature at all intensity levels and any microscope setting. This way, the camera setting and white balance can remain constant as well and do not need adjusting. LEDs are energy-efficient, radiate little heat, and last up to 25,000 hours.



The microscope software Leica Application Suite (LAS) turns the microscope and its accessories such as a camera into an imaging system. “LAS is workflow-oriented and helps users at every step in their tasks. With the Leica DM6 M, a lot of expert modules of the LAS such as Cleanliness Expert, Grain Expert, Phase Expert, or Steel Expert are a valuable help, since they adhere to documentation regulations and enable users to produce reports in a very short time,” explains Motyka.



More information on the instruments: http://www.leica-microsystems.com/products/light-microscopes/industrial-materials/upright-microscopes/details/product/leica-dm6-m/

Questions and answer about the instruments: http://www.leica-microsystems.com/products/light-microscopes/industrial-materials/upright-microscopes/details/product/leica-dm6-m/faq/



About Leica Microsystems

Leica Microsystems develops and manufactures microscopes and scientific instruments for the analysis of microstructures and nanostructures. Ever since the company started as a family business in the nineteenth century, its instruments have been widely recognized for their optical precision and innovative technology. It is one of the market leaders in compound and stereo microscopy, digital microscopy, confocal laser scanning microscopy with related imaging systems, electron microscopy sample preparation, and surgical microscopes.



Leica Microsystems has seven major plants and product development sites around the world. The company is represented in over 100 countries, has sales and service organizations in 20 countries, and an international network of distribution partners. Its headquarters are located in Wetzlar, Germany.

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