Comes as shown with power cable.
Hassle-free warranty
Manufacturer Description
The EXFO X-Cite Series 120Q is a high-performance metal-halide fluorescence illumination system recognized globally for delivering ultra-stable, broadband excitation energy across standard microscopy spectrums. Engineered to replace unstable mercury arc lamps, the 120Q features an internal Intelli-Lamp microprocessor system that meticulously regulates power to the lamp module, ensuring consistent optical output and preventing premature bulb degradation. Its specialized internal optical train facilitates maximum coupling efficiency into liquid light guides, minimizing heat transfer to the microscope stage while eliminating the time-consuming manual arc alignment procedures typical of legacy illumination boxes.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: X-Cite Series 120Q (Chassis Designation: XI120-Q)
- Spectral Output Range: 340 nm to 670 nm (Broadband fluorescence excitation)
- Control Mechanics: Front-panel manual iris shutter control wheel with graduated intensity indicators
- Lamp Management Architecture: Integrated Intelli-Lamp technology with automatic digital runtime logging
- Optical Coupling Interface: Standard rear-mounted liquid light guide port with secure-lock collar
- Electrical Input: 90-264 VAC, 47-63 Hz Universal Auto-Switching Power Supply
- Condition Note: Sold without an internal lamp module (bulb). Chassis power rails, cooling fans, and safety interlock logic are fully tested and functional.
- Value-Add: Features the original, unstripped side-access lamp housing framework and pristine internal mirror optics, allowing for a rapid, five-second drop-in bulb replacement with zero mechanical alignment required.
Microscope & Component Compatibility
This light source interfaces seamlessly with core research-grade optical hardware arrays:
- Replacement Lamp Module: Natively accepts standard Excelitas / EXFO 120W Metal Halide replacement lamps (Part Number: 012-63000R).
- Light Delivery: Mates natively with standard 3mm or 5mm liquid light guides (LLGs) via the rear optical port assembly.
- Microscope Adapters: Compatible with all standard X-Cite collimating adapters for Zeiss Axio, Nikon Eclipse, Olympus BX/IX, and Leica DM series fluorescence microscopes.
Applications
An ideal system replacement or repair solution for standard clinical and university imaging cells:
- Core Equipment Hot-Swap: Instantly replacing a failed power ballast or motherboard on a down microscopy station without purchasing an entirely new system layout.
- Routine Epifluorescence: Providing brilliant excitation energy across standard fluorophores including DAPI, FITC, TRITC, and Texas Red.
- Laboratory Sourcing Depot: Serving as a verified, working hardware backplane for custom optical experiments or equipment configuration testing.
