Real-Time Automated Live Cell Imaging System, Bright Field + Green Fluorescence, 4X Overview
The Real-Time Automated Live Cell Imaging System, Bright Field + Green Fluorescence, 4X (CELLOGER MINI PLUS) from Yamato Scientific is a compact, real-time automated live-cell imaging system for cell biology labs. LabSupplies.com, authorized dealer, supplies this unit for walk-away monitoring of cultures at 4× magnification using brightfield plus green fluorescence (excitation 470/40, emission 510 lp).
Rather than moving the vessel, the camera travels on a motorized XYZ system to capture multiple positions while the sample stays in a steady state. An LED light source and 5 MP CMOS sensor handle image acquisition, with selectable 4× and 10× objective lenses covering fields of view from 0.57 × 0.43 mm to 1.19 × 0.90 mm. Autofocusing supports unattended, repeatable capture.
Designed to sit inside a standard CO2 incubator, the system measures 226 × 358 × 215 mm (22 × 19 × 16.5 in) and weighs 23 lbs, so technicians can carry it in and out during an experiment. Operating environment spans 10–40°C and 20–95% humidity. Country of origin: Korea.
Key Features
- Dual imaging modes: brightfield plus green fluorescence (excitation 470/40, emission 510 lp) for both morphology and fluorescent reporter signals.
- Camera-moving design: a motorized XYZ stage moves the camera instead of the vessel, keeping cells in a steady, undisturbed state during multi-position capture.
- Real-time and time-lapse imaging: automated capture with one-click video lets users monitor cultures and generate output without manual intervention.
- Optics and sensor: 4× and 10× objective lenses paired with a 5 MP CMOS camera and LED illumination.
- Incubator-ready footprint: compact 226 × 358 × 215 mm body fits inside a standard CO2 incubator and stays portable at 23 lbs.
- Autofocusing: maintains focus across positions for long-duration, repeatable live-cell monitoring.
How to Choose the Right Cell Imaging System
Selecting a live-cell imaging system comes down to matching imaging modes, magnification, and incubator compatibility to your assay and workflow. Use these axes to confirm fit before purchase.
- Imaging modes: brightfield alone covers morphology and confluence, while an added fluorescence channel (here, green) is required for fluorescent reporters and viability dyes.
- Magnification and field of view: 4× captures more cells per frame for population-level tracking; 10× resolves finer detail. This unit supports both, with fields of view from 1.19 × 0.90 mm to 0.57 × 0.43 mm.
- Incubator compatibility: confirm the footprint (226 × 358 × 215 mm) and operating range (10–40°C, 20–95% humidity) suit your CO2 incubator for in-incubator monitoring.
- Stage architecture: a camera-moving motorized XYZ stage keeps the vessel stationary, reducing disturbance to growing cells versus moving-stage designs.
- Acquisition workflow: autofocusing plus real-time and time-lapse capture with one-click video suit unattended, multi-position experiments.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Imaging Modes | Brightfield + Green fluorescence (Excitation 470/40, Emission 510 lp) |
| Magnification | 4× |
| Type | Real-time automated live-cell imaging system (CELLOGER MINI PLUS) |
| Function | Walk-away monitoring of live cells inside the incubator without disturbing the environment; real-time and time-lapse with automated capture and one-click video |
| Operating Environment | 10–40°C, 20–95% humidity |
| Objective Lens | 4× / 10× |
| Field of View | 2× (2.53 × 1.90 mm), 4× (1.19 × 0.90 mm), 10× (0.57 × 0.43 mm) |
| Light Source | LED |
| Camera | 5 MP CMOS |
| Stage | Motorized XYZ (camera-moving) |
| Imaging Positions | Multiple |
| Dimensions | 226 × 358 × 215 mm in |
| Country of Origin | South Korea |
| Shipping Weight | 23 lbs |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 22 × 19 × 16.5 in |
| HTS Code | 9031.80.9099 |
Available Sizes and Configurations
| SKU | Configuration | Pack |
|---|---|---|
| CMP-BG4 | EA | EA |
Documentation
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Why Buy From LabSupplies.com
LabSupplies.com is an authorized Yamato Scientific dealer, so every CELLOGER MINI PLUS ships as a genuine unit backed by the manufacturer warranty. Place your order directly and our lab-equipment specialists are ready for spec or fit questions.
- Authorized Yamato Scientific dealer: genuine equipment with full manufacturer warranty.
- In stock: ready to ship from USA inventory.
- Spec support: dedicated lab-equipment specialists for imaging-mode, optics, and incubator-fit questions.
- Direct ordering: purchase the system online without quotes or callbacks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating environment for the CELLOGER MINI PLUS?
The system operates from 10–40°C and 20–95% humidity, which lets it run inside a standard CO2 incubator for long-duration live-cell monitoring.
What are the dimensions and weight of the unit?
The imaging system measures 226 × 358 × 215 mm (22 × 19 × 16.5 in) and weighs 23 lbs. Its compact footprint fits inside a standard CO2 incubator and stays portable for moving in and out of experiments.
What imaging modes and magnification does CMP-BG4 provide?
This configuration provides brightfield plus green fluorescence (excitation 470/40, emission 510 lp) at 4× magnification. Selectable 4× and 10× objective lenses cover fields of view from 1.19 × 0.90 mm to 0.57 × 0.43 mm.
Does the stage move the sample during imaging?
No. The motorized XYZ stage moves the camera rather than the vessel, keeping the sample in a steady state so cells grow undisturbed while multiple positions are captured.
What camera and light source are used?
The system uses a 5 MP CMOS camera with LED illumination, paired with autofocusing for repeatable real-time and time-lapse capture.
What are the power requirements?
Contact for specification. Voltage and power data are not listed in the current source specifications; our lab-equipment specialists can confirm electrical requirements before you order.
