Products Home / Imaging Components / Mechanical Components for Microscopy / Microscope Port Adapters / Adapters for Nikon Eclipse Ti2 MicroscopesAdapters for Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscopes
- Adapters for Epi-Illumination, Lamphouse, Camera, Trinocular, Eyepiece, and Condenser Ports, as well as Nosepieces
- Modify Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscopes Using Thorlabs' Optomechanical Components
SM1N2
Camera Port Adapter
SM2N5
Epi-Illumination Module Adapter
SM2N2
Eyepiece Adapter
LCPN1
Condenser Port Adapter
Application Idea
Scientific Camera Mounted to Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscope Using SM1N2 Camera Port Adapter, SM1 Lens Tube, and 30 mm Cage System Components
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| Adapters for Industry Standard Microscopes |
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| Cerna DIY Series |
| Leica DMI |
| Nikon Eclipse Ti (Inverted) |
| Nikon Eclipse Ti2 (Inverted) |
| Upright Nikon Eclipse |
| Olympus BX and IX |
| Zeiss Axioskop and Examiner |
Features
- Extend Versatility of Thorlabs' Construction Systems to Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscopes
- Provide Compatibility with SM1 (1.035"-40) Lens Tubes, SM30 (M30.5 x 0.5) Lens Tubes, SM2 (2.035"-40) Lens Tubes, and 30 mm and 60 mm Cage Systems
- Contact Tech Support About Custom Adapters, Including for Other Microscopes
The adapters below can be used to integrate Thorlabs' standard optomechanical components with Nikon Eclipse Ti2 microscopes.
Illumination Adapters
Thorlabs offers two adapter types to modify the epi-illumination pathway to accept SM threading or a cage system. The SM1N4, SM2N4, and SM2N5 adapters with a D9N dovetail adapt LED light sources and other collimated illumination sources to be mounted to the epi-illumination module. The SM1A30 and SM2N1 adapters modify the epi-illumination port exposed by removing the epi-illumination module.
The SM2N3 adapter allows a collimated illumination source to mount onto the lamphouse port.
Camera Port Adapters
The Nikon Eclipse Ti2 has a main camera port on the side, as well as an additional camera port near the trinocular. The SM1N2 and SM1N3 adapters are designed to allow components with SM1 threading, SM2 threading, or 30 mm cage system compatibility to be mounted to these camera ports. These adapters are ideal for inserting user-built optical assemblies into the optical path or utilizing our Scientific Cameras.
Trinocular Adapters
Custom widefield viewing and image detection setups can be connected to the trinocular port using the LCPN2 or LCPN3 adapter. Additionally, Olympus trinoculars with a D5Y dovetail can be connected using the LCPN3 adapter. See the Microscope Dovetails tab for details about the D5Y dovetail.
Eyepiece Adapter
The SM2N2 adapter replaces the lens element on an eyepiece of the Nikon microscope's trinoculars, allowing custom image detection or viewing setups to be attached to the microscope.
Condenser Adapter
The LCPN1 adapter connects to the condenser holder for the attachment of custom light conditioning modules.
Note: Thorlabs does not guarantee compatibility with other industry-standard microscopes not explicitly mentioned on this webpage.
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| Type | Shape | Outer Dimension | Angle |
| 95 mm | Linear | 95 mm | 45° |
| D1N | Circular | Ø2.018" | 60° |
| D2Nb | Circular | Ø1.50" | 90° |
| D2NBb | Circular | Ø1.50" | 90° |
| D3N | Circular | Ø45 mm | 70° |
| D5N | Circular | Ø1.58" | 90° |
| D6N | Circular | Ø1.90" | 90° |
| D7N | Circular | Ø2.05" | 90° |
| D8N | Circular | Ø40 mm | 90° |
| D9N | Circular | Ø50 mm | 90° |
| D10N | Circular | Ø52 mm | 90° |
| D1T | Circular | Ø1.50" | 60° |
| D3T | Circular | Ø1.65" | 90° |
| D4T | Circular | Ø1.20" | 90° |
| D1Y | Circular | Ø107 mm | 60° |
| D2Y | Circular | Ø2.32" | 50° |
| D3Y | Circular | Ø1.75" | 90° |
| D4Y | Circular | Ø56 mm | 60° |
| D5Y | Circular | Ø46 mm | 60° |
| D6Y | Circular | Ø41.9 mm | 45° |
| D1Z | Circular | Ø54 mm | 60° |
| D2Z | Circular | Ø57 mm | 60° |
| D3Z | Circular | Ø54 mm | 45° |
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This photo shows the male D1N dovetail on the trinoculars next to the female D1N dovetail on the epi-illumination arm.
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This photo shows the male 95 mm dovetail on the microscope body and the female 95 mm dovetail on the CSA1002 Fixed Arm.
Introduction to Microscope Dovetails
Dovetails are used for mechanical mating and optical port alignment of microscope components. Components are connected by inserting one dovetail into another, then tightening one or more locking setscrews on the female dovetail. Dovetails come in two shapes: linear and circular. Linear dovetails allow the mating components to slide before being locked down, providing flexible positioning options while limiting unneeded degrees of freedom. Circular dovetails align optical ports on different components, maintaining a single optical axis with minimal user intervention.
Thorlabs manufactures many components which use dovetails to mate with our own components or those of other manufacturers. To make it easier to identify dovetail compatibility, we have developed a set of dovetail designations. The naming convention of these designations is used only by Thorlabs and not other microscope manufacturers. The table to the right lists all the dovetails Thorlabs makes, along with their key dimensions.
In the case of Thorlabs’ Cerna® microscopes, different dovetail types are used on different sections of the microscope to ensure that only compatible components can be mated. For example, our WFA2002 Epi-Illuminator Module has a male D1N dovetail that mates with the female D1N dovetail on the microscope body's epi-illumination arm, while the CSS2001 XY Microscopy Stage has a female D1Y dovetail that mates with the male D1Y dovetail on the CSA1051 Mounting Arm.
To learn which dovetail type(s) are on a particular component, consult its mechanical drawing, available by clicking on the red Docs icon (
) below. For adapters with a female dovetail, the drawing also indicates the size of the hex key needed for the locking setscrew(s). It is important to note that mechanical compatibility does not ensure optical compatibility. Information on optical compatibility is available from Thorlabs' web presentations.
For customers interested in machining their own dovetails, the table to the right gives the outer diameter and angle (as defined by the drawings below) of each Thorlabs dovetail designation. However, the dovetail's height must be determined by the user, and for circular dovetails, the user must also determine the inner diameter and bore diameter. These quantities can vary for dovetails of the same type. One can use the intended mating part to verify compatibility.
In order to reduce wear and simplify connections, dovetails are often machined with chamfers, recesses, and other mechanical features. Some examples of these variations are shown by the drawings below.
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Two examples of how circular male dovetails can be manufactured.
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Two examples of how circular female dovetails can be manufactured.
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- Connect a Collimated Illumination Source to the Epi-Illumination Module of a Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscope
- Options for Compatibility with SM1, SM2, and 30 mm Cage Construction Systems
These adapters allow the user to mount a collimated illumination source, such as Throlabs' Solis® LEDs, to the epi-illumination module of a Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscope. Each adapter uses a D9N dovetail to connect to the module port and has four grooves to prevent rotation. See the table below for adapter compatibility with Thorlabs' SM thread and cage system standards.
Note: Thorlabs does not guarantee compatibility with other industry-standard microscopes not explicitly mentioned on this webpage.
| Item # | SM1N4 | SM2N4 | SM2N5 |
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| Microscope Connection | Male D9N Dovetail | ||
| SM Threading | Internal SM1 (1.035"-40) | Internal SM2 (2.035"-40) | External SM2 (2.035"-40) |
| Cage Compatibility |
30 mm Cage (4-40 Tap, 4 Places) |
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| Microscope Compatibility | Nikon Eclipse Ti2 | ||
| Clear Aperture | - | Ø1.69" (43.0 mm) | Ø1.69" (43.0 mm) |
| Adapter Profile (Click for Drawing) |
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- Attach Custom-Built Optical Systems after Removal of the Epi-Illumination Module of a Nikon Eclipse Ti or Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscope
- Options for Compatibility with SM1, SM2, 30 mm Cage, and 60 mm Cage Construction Systems
These adapters are designed so that custom-built systems based on Thorlabs components may be directly attached to the epi-illumination port of the Nikon Eclipse Ti or Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscope once the epi-illumination module is removed. They are ideal for various applications, including Raman spectroscopy, optical tweezers, fluorescence imaging, and super-resolution microscopy techniques, such as stimulated emission depletion (STED), stochastic optical reconstruction microscopy (STORM), and photo-activated localization microscopy (PALM).
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SM2N1 Adapter Attached to Exposed Epi-Illumination Port
The SM1A30 features internal SM1 (1.035"-40) threading for Ø1" lens tubes and 4-40 tapped holes on 30 mm and 60 mm centers. The SM2N1 has internal SM2 (2.035"-40) threading for Ø2" lens tubes and 4-40 tapped holes on 60 mm centers. The 4-40 tapped holes allow cage rods to be attached for 30 mm and 60 mm cage systems.
The adapters feature four through holes on a 4.2" x 2.2" grid to attach to the exposed epi-illumination port. The adapters are secured using the four included M5 x 0.8 cap screws which accept a 4 mm balldriver or hex key. In addition, each adapter comes with either an SM1-threaded (Item # SM1CP2) or an SM2-threaded (Item # SM2CP2) cover to protect the port when not in use.
Note: Thorlabs does not guarantee compatibility with other industry-standard microscopes not explicitly mentioned on this webpage.
| Item # | SM1A30 | SM2N1 |
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| Microscope Connection | Counterbore for M5 Screw, 4 Places (4.2" x 2.2") | Bore for M5 Screw, 4 Places (4.2" x 2.2") |
| SM1 Threading |
Internal SM1 (1.035"-40) | Internal SM2 (2.035"-40) |
| Cage Compatibility | 30 mm and 60 mm Cage Systems (4-40 Tap, 8 Places) |
60 mm Cage System (4-40 Tap, 4 Places) |
| Microscope Compatiblity | Nikon Eclipse Ti and Ti2 | |
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| Item # | SM2N3 |
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| Microscope Connection |
Female D6N Dovetaila |
| SM Threading | Internal SM2 (2.035"-40) |
| Microscope Compatibility | Upright Nikon Eclipse, Nikon Eclipse Ti and Ti2 |
| Clear Aperture | Ø1.90" (48.3 mm) |
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- Connect a Collimated Illumination Source to the Lamphouse Port of an Upright Nikon Eclipse, Nikon Eclipse Ti,
or Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscope - Compatible with SM2 Lens Tubes
The SM2N3 adapter is designed to allow a collimated illumination source, such as a Thorlabs' Solis® LED with an SM2T2 adapter, to be utilized for trans-illumination in an Upright Nikon Eclipse, Nikon Eclipse Ti, or Nikon Eclipse Ti2 microscope. This adapter utilizes a female D6N dovetail to connect to the lamphouse port of the microscope; the dovetail is secured by the included setscrew (5/64" [2 mm] hex). See the Microscope Dovetails tab for details.
This adapter features internal SM2 (2.035"-40) threading for Ø2" lens tubes, and includes one SM2RR retaining ring to secure an optic against the internal lip of the adapter.
Note: Thorlabs does not guarantee compatibility with other industry-standard microscopes not explicitly mentioned on this webpage.
| Item # | SM1N2 | SM1N3 |
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| Microscope Connection | Male D10N Dovetaila | Male D8N Dovetaila |
| SM Threading |
Internal SM1 (1.035"-40) External SM2 (2.035"-40) |
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| Cage Compatibility | 30 mm Cage System (4-40 Tap, 4 Places) |
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| Microscope Compatibility | Nikon Eclipse Ti2 | |
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Click to Enlarge Scientific Camera Mounted to Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscope Using SM1N2 Adapter, SM1 Lens Tube, and 30 mm Cage System Components
- Attach Custom-Built Optical Systems or Detectors to the Camera Port of a Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscope
- Compatible with SM1, SM2, and 30 mm Cage Construction Systems
These adapters are designed so that custom-built optical systems or detectors based on Thorlabs' components may be attached to the camera ports of the Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscope. The SM1N2 adapter utilizes a male D10N dovetail to secure the adapter to the main camera port. The SM1N3 adapter utilizes a male D8N dovetail to secure the adapter to the secondary camera port near the trinocular. Both adapters feature internal SM1 (1.035"-40) threading for Ø1" Lens Tubes, external SM2 (2.035"-40) threading for Ø2" Lens Tubes, and 4-40 tapped holes on 30 mm centers for attaching cage system rods.
Thorlabs' Scientific CMOS Cameras have options with industry standard C-mount adapters or SM1 internal threading. Industry standard C-mount cameras can be attached directly to the internal SM1 threads of these adapters using the SM1A39 external C-Mount to external SM1 adapter, available separately. Internally SM1-threaded cameras can be easily integrated into microscope systems using an SM1 lens tube spacer or an SM1 lens tube coupler to connect to the internal SM1 threads of these adapters. Alternatively, the internal SM1 threads of the cameras can be attached to the external SM2 threads of these adapters by using an SM1A2 adapter, which has internal SM2 to external SM1 threads.
Note: Thorlabs does not guarantee compatibility with other industry-standard microscopes not explicitly mentioned on this webpage.
| Item # | LCPN2 | LCPN3 |
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| Microscope Connection | Male D1N Dovetaila | |
| Additional Dovetail | - | Female D5Y Dovetaila |
| SM Threading | Internal SM30 (M30.5 x 0.5) | |
| Cage Compatibility |
30 mm Cage System (4-40 Tap, 4 Places) 60 mm Cage System (Ø6 mm Bore, 4 Places) |
60 mm Cage System (Ø6 mm Bore, 4 Places) |
| Trinocular Compatibility | - | Olympus |
| Microscope Compatibility | Cerna, Upright Nikon Eclipse, Nikon Eclipse Ti and Ti2 |
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| Clear Aperture | Ø1.10" (27.9 mm) | |
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- Supports Custom Widefield Setups by Modifying Trinocular Port on Upright Nikon Eclipse, Nikon Eclipse Ti, Nikon Eclipse Ti2, or Cerna® Microscopes
- Options for Compatibility with SM30, 30 mm Cage, and 60 mm Cage Construction Systems
Our trinocular port adapters modify the trinocular port on an Upright Nikon Eclipse, Nikon Eclipse Ti, Nikon Eclipse Ti2, or Cerna Microscope to accept custom widefield viewing setups or Olympus trinoculars. Each adapter utilizes a male D1N dovetail to connect to the trinocular port of the microscope. The adapters can only be attached by first removing the microscope's trinoculars, as shown in the image to the lower left.
Each adapter features internal SM30 (M30.5 x 0.5) threading for Ø30 mm lens tubes; two SM30RR retaining rings are included to secure an optic inside the adapter. Four through holes, each with two side-located locking setscrews (5/64" [2 mm] hex), can be used to attach Ø6 mm cage rods for 60 mm cage systems.
The LCPN2 adapter includes additional 4-40 tapped holes on 30 mm centers on the side opposite the dovetail for 30 mm cage systems, allowing for a greater variety of custom widefield viewing setups. The LCPN3 adapter instead features a female D5Y dovetail to allow Olympus trinoculars with a male D5Y dovetail to be used with the microscopes.
The dovetail designations are specific to Thorlabs products; see the Microscope Dovetails tab for details.
Note: Thorlabs does not guarantee compatibility with other industry-standard microscopes not explicitly mentioned on this webpage.
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The LCPN3 Adapter with the D5Y Dovetail
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The LCPN2 Adapter Attached to Exposed Trinocular Port
| Item # | SM2N2 |
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| Microscope Connection | Ø1.18" Eyepiece Tube (Alignment Slot, 5 Places) |
| SM Threading | Internal SM1 (1.035"-40) External SM2 (2.035"-40) |
| Cage Compatibility |
30 mm Cage System (4-40 Tap, 4 Places) |
| Microscope Compatibility | Cerna, Upright Nikon Eclipse, Nikon Eclipse Ti and Ti2 |
| Clear Aperture | Ø0.90" (22.9 mm) |
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Two SM2N2 adapters attached to the trinocular eyepieces.
- Replace Trinocular Eyepiece for DIY Construction
- Compatible with SM1, SM2, and 30 mm Cage Construction Systems
The SM2N2 Eyepiece Adapter allows custom-built optical detection systems to attach to the eyepieces on the trinoculars of an Upright Nikon Eclipse, Nikon Eclipse Ti, Nikon Eclipse Ti2, or Cerna Microscope. This adapter replaces the lens element on the eyepiece that sets the image plane at the the back of the eyes (see image to the right). Five alignment slots ensure the adapter fits snugly inside the eyepiece without rotation; because of the drop-in nature of the adapter, take care the attached system does not overbalance the 40 g eyepiece adapter when it is inside the trinoculars.
This adapter features internal SM1 (1.035"-40) threading for Ø1" lens tubes; two SM1RR retaining rings are included to secure an optic inside the adapter. The adapter also has external SM2 (2.035"-40) threading for Ø2" lens tubes. The face with the Item # engraving has 4-40 tapped holes for 30 mm cage systems.
Note: Thorlabs does not guarantee compatibility with other industry-standard microscopes not explicitly mentioned on this webpage.
| Item # | LCPN1 |
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| Microscope Connection | Male D3N Dovetaila |
| SM Threading | Internal SM30 (M30.5 x 0.5) |
| Cage Compatibility |
30 mm Cage System (4-40 Tap, 4 Places) 60 mm Cage System (Ø6 mm Bore, 4 Places) |
| Microscope Compatibility | Cerna, Upright Nikon Eclipse, Nikon Eclipse Ti and Ti2 |
| Clear Aperture | Ø1.10" (27.9 mm) |
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LCPN1 Attached to Condenser Holder
- Extend Versatility of Thorlabs' Lens Tube and Cage Construction Systems to Upright Nikon Eclipse, Nikon Eclipse Ti, Nikon Eclipse Ti2, or Cerna Microscope Condenser Ports
- Compatible with SM30 Lens Tubes, 30 mm Cage Systems, and 60 mm Cage Systems
The LCPN1 Condenser Adapter utilizes a male D3N dovetail to connect custom condenser configurations to the condenser holder of an Upright Nikon Eclipse, Nikon Eclipse Ti, Nikon Eclipse Ti2, or Cerna Microscope. See the Microscope Dovetails tab for details.
This adapter features internal SM30 (M30.5 x 0.5) threading for Ø30 mm lens tubes; two SM30RR retaining rings are included to secure an optic inside the adapter. Through holes with side-located locking 8-32 setscrews (5/64" [2 mm] hex) can be used to attach Ø6 mm cage rods for 60 mm cage systems. The side opposite the dovetail has 4-40 tapped holes on 30 mm centers for 30 mm cage systems.
Note: Thorlabs does not guarantee compatibility with other industry-standard microscopes not explicitly mentioned on this webpage.
Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Microscope Port Adapters