Yokogawa CSU

The Yokogawa CSU series, notably the CSU-W1 and CSU-X1 models, are advanced spinning disk confocal scanner units designed for high-speed, high-resolution live-cell imaging. These systems are integral to modern biotechnology research, enabling detailed observation of dynamic cellular processes with minimal phototoxicity.

Key features include:

• High-speed imaging: The CSU-X1 achieves scanning speeds up to 10,000 RPM, allowing imaging rates up to 2,000 frames per second, essential for capturing rapid biological events.

• Enhanced light efficiency: Optimised optical paths and beam shaper lenses in the CSU-X1 improve excitation power efficiency, reducing the need for high-power lasers and minimising exposure times.

• Wide field of view: The CSU-W1 offers a field of view four times wider than conventional models, facilitating comprehensive imaging of larger specimens.

• Versatile configurations: Options for dual-camera setups, bright-field imaging paths, and super-resolution capabilities (e.g., SoRa disk) provide flexibility for diverse experimental requirements.

These confocal scanner units are widely utilised in fields such as cell biology, neuroscience, and molecular biology, supporting applications like live-cell imaging, 3D reconstruction, and high-content analysis. They are commonly employed in university laboratories, biomedical research centres, and pharmaceutical companies.

First introduced over two decades ago, the CSU series has continually evolved, maintaining its relevance and prominence in cutting-edge biotechnology research.