Schott Lightline A08916 Precision Fiber Optic Illumination Line 16.0" x 0.012"

The Schott Lightline A08916 is a precision-engineered fiber optic illumination line designed as an alternative to traditional fiber optic bundles, providing enhanced uniformity and precise light delivery for microscopy and inspection applications. This fiber optic light source measures 16.0" in length with a 0.012" fiber diameter, ideal for specialized illumination needs in research fields such as cellular imaging, molecular diagnostics, and biotechnology.

Key technical features include:

• Calibrated gray scale output: Adjusted with a DDL bulb to achieve a mean gray scale level of 200 at gamma 1.0, optimizing uniform light intensity critical for quantitative imaging workflows.
• High precision fiber alignment: The assembly ensures fiber positioning within ±0.004" (0.1 mm) tolerance on all three planes, guaranteeing the fiber axis is parallel to the mounting surface, essential for consistent illumination quality in microscopy setups.
• Robust construction: Crafted from rugged aluminum with a black anodized finish, offering durability and protection; includes PVC-covered metal tubing shielding the fiber bundle for extended operational lifetime in demanding laboratory environments.
• Versatile customization: Supports custom lengths, multiple bundle exits (dual, quad configurations), and line widths tailored to specific research illumination requirements, making it well-suited for complex bioprocessing and synthetic biology imaging systems.
• Optional optical accessories: Cylindrical and apertured lenses are available on a made-to-order basis to further refine the light profile, enhancing applications in live-cell imaging and fluorescence analysis.
• Supporting hardware: Compatible with Schott Lightline holders and support products for secure integration into microscopy and inspection instrumentation.

This fiber optic illumination line is widely used by molecular biology researchers and biomedical engineers requiring consistent, high-uniformity light for sophisticated microscopy techniques and industrial inspection processes. Its precision and customizable design make it a critical component in workflows involving biomanufacturing quality control, gene editing visualization, and advanced cell imaging applications.

By delivering uniform illumination with exceptional stability and customizable configurations, the Schott Lightline A08916 is essential in laboratories focused on quantitative imaging, molecular diagnostics, and biotechnological research environments.