Instec’s TSA12Gi is Thermoelectric Cooler (Peltier) based thermal stage designed specifically for inverted optical microscopes. It features a large and gas tight sample chamber, simple thermal control, improved atmospheric control, wide adjustable viewing window, and customizable base plate.

The TSA12Gi’s sample chamber can accommodate specimens and slides up to 53mm x 78mm(optional). The Peltier thermal unit both heats and cools without the need for an expensive chiller or a supply of liquid nitrogen. This is convenient for performing long duration experiments at cold temperatures. It also simplifies the system set up and reduces operating costs. The lid allows for precision temperature control, gas purge, and atmospheric control. The gas tight chamber eliminates oxidation, aids in humidity studies, and conserves expensive reaction gasses. Purge gas is pre-heated/cooled before entering the sample chamber for improved thermal performance. The cover lid windows are defrosted for low temperature operation, and ports are available for the user’s own atmospheric sensors, e.g. CO2, humidity, etc. The viewing aperture can be a 40mm wide window or replaced with smaller windows for better thermal operation. In addition an inner lid is available for better thermal uniformity. The TSA12Gi base plate is removable and replaceable. It can be customized to fit a specific microscope stage.

TSA12Gi is an ideal solution for applications such as Cell Culture, Biology, and Thermal Microscopy for inverted microscopes.