Microscope slide scanner Pannoramic 480

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Overview
The Pannoramic 480 digital slide scanner is a high-throughput system designed for large clinical laboratories and research facilities. It supports brightfield and polarization imaging, Z‑stack/multi‑layer acquisition and an optional automated water immersion system. The instrument includes an integrated touch display and a 480‑slide loading capacity to sustain continuous workflows.

Highlights

• Automated loading and scanning suitable for high-volume laboratories
• 480 slides per batch capacity
• Brightfield and polarization imaging for clinical and research applications
• Optional automated water immersion to improve high‑magnification imaging
• Integrated touch display for local control and first‑level quality checks

Detailed product description
The Pannoramic 480 is engineered for routine diagnostic and large‑scale research use, including cytology and immunohistochemistry. It supports single‑layer, multi‑layer and extended focus scanning. A 10x objective option is available for accelerated throughput. The scanner accepts multiple rack types, supports cover slipper integration and offers an adjustable rack priority system to optimise laboratory workflows. A safety container isolates problematic slides (e.g., protruding coverslips) so compliant slides continue to process.

Key features

• High-resolution optics and scientific cameras for accurate color reproduction (example objectives: 20x NA 0.8; 40x NA 0.95)
• 480‑slide batch capacity
• Z‑stack / multi‑layer imaging for cytology and complex samples
• Safety container to isolate slides with physical issues
• Brightfield and polarization modes to support detection of birefringent materials
• Optional automated water immersion to increase effective NA for improved resolution at high magnification
• 10x objective option to reduce scanning time
• Integrated touch display for operation and immediate QC
• Precision anti‑vibration base for stable imaging
• Modular design for installation and movement through standard doorways

Customizable configurations

• Objective options: 10x NA 0.45; 20x NA 0.8; 20x NA 0.8 + 40x NA 0.95; optional 40x/1.2 NA with immersion (requires immersion option)
• Camera options: 25 MP CIS CMOS (default) or 12 MP Adimec CMOS
• Automated loading: single‑width slide loader (default) or optional double‑width slide loader
• Optional automated water immersion system: controlled application of immersion medium to increase NA and optical performance

Operational notes

• Typical scanning time example: ~40 sec/slide* (20x, 0.24 µm/pixel, single‑layer)
• Throughput example: up to ~90 slides/hour depending on sample and settings
• Supports automated objective changer (up to 3 objectives)

Use cases
Designed for diagnostic pathology and large‑scale research: cytology, cancer research, immunohistochemistry, biomedical research, archaeology, geology and other applications requiring high throughput and advanced imaging modalities.

Technical specifications

• Capacity: Up to 480 slides per batch
• Scanning: Fully automatic loading and scanning
• Scanning speed: Example 40 sec/slide* (20x, single‑layer)
• Throughput: Up to 90 slides/hour (depending on sample)
• Magnification / Objectives: examples — 10x NA 0.45; 20x NA 0.8; 40x NA 0.95; optional 40x/1.2 NA with immersion
• Objective changer: supports up to 3 objectives
• Image sensors / cameras: 25 MP CIS CMOS (default) or 12 MP Adimec CMOS
• Image output formats: MRXS or DICOM
• Illumination: Hamamatsu 20W illuminant for stable bright imaging
• Tissue detection: Fully automated, AI‑based
• Slide size: Supports single‑ and double‑width slides
• Focus layering: Single, multi‑ and extended focus‑layer scanning
• Barcode reading: 1D and 2D barcode capability
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 1195 mm x 902 mm x 1004 mm
• Weight: 240 kg
• Anti‑vibration base: Precision anti‑vibration base for imaging stability
• Design: Modular microscope unit for easy installation and laboratory integration