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The perfect Image for your Application. Plug & Play
Imaging modules are robust vision sensors with integrated camera, optics, illumination, and electronics for any automation task or for machine integration.

• Plug & Play Machine Vision Microscopes

• All embedded, compact, and robust

• Numerous software options included
- IM•linea
  
  Linear arrangement of camera, optics and illumination
  The Opto linea Imaging Modules are characterised by the slim straight all-aluminium housing.
  
  They can be equipped with different optics and camera technology and thus function as:
  
  - compact reflected light microscopes
  
  - digital quality assurance vision sensors
- IM•compact
  
  All about our ultra-compact, measurement-ready, digital USB microscope
  They can be equipped with different optics and camera technology and thus function as:
  
  - USB/GigE reflected light microscopes for opaque samples.
  
  - Quality assurance vision sensors with coaxial and ring light illumination
  
  - Inverted digital microscopes with minimal height due to angled design
  
  - Plug&Play Machine Vision Microscope for demanding microscopic imaging tasks
- IM•profile
  
  U-profile shape as digital microscope with transmitted light or as profile generator
  They can be equipped with different optics and camera technology and thus function as:
  
  - transmitted light digital microscopes for transparent samples
  
  - ProfileProjector with telecentric optics for process-integrated profile measurement
- IM•solino
  
  solino digitises the visual appearance of objects
  The Opto solino Imaging Module is a complete computational imaging vision sensor that uses Opto's own solino™ technology to display object anomalies as an image for further digital or statistical processing.
- IM•Productfinder
  
  Find the right Imaging Module with our online Configurator
  
  Select the Shape, the Field of View, the Working Distance and the desired Resolution and all available Imaging Modules will be displayed.
Software

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We are your Image DATA Management partner
We develop software for our imaging modules and our OEM partners.

Hardware and software from one source with 40 years of experience in industry and biology.

Applications for more and more tasks available free of charge.
- Opto Viewer
  
  The free OptoViewer is supplied with each Imaging Module.
  
  OptoViewer enables easy installation of the camera, control of the various light sources and contains many additional functions such as:
  
  • Intuitive user interface
  
  • Camera and lighting settings
  
  • Possibility to save project settings
  
  • Time lapse and video function
  
  • Fade-in of crosshairs / grid / scale generator
  
  • Standard measurement functions
  
  • Point-to-point distance
  
  • Angle
- Applications Software
  
  Make out of our Imaging Modules intelligent Measurment and Analysis Sensors.
  Turn our imaging modules into intelligent measurement and analysis sensors.
  
  Our job solutions focus on the result - the job.
  
  We merge our imaging modules with our own measurement and image analysis software into intelligent plug & play "job to be done" modules.
  
  NO additional software licences are required.
- Software Service
  
  For machine builders and system integrators without their own SW department, we are the perfect partner for the development of their own SW platform.
  
  For large companies, we are a reliable long-term partner for internal software development and internal software maintenance. More than 20 years of experience in software development speak for themselves.
  - DATA Management
    
    We efficiently consolidate all relevant data in Opto's own software framework in order to be able to react quickly to customer requests.
  - Image Analysis
    
    Application solutions merge to "Plug and Play" Job Modules
  - Deep Learning and AI
    
    The combination solino with existing AI tools is extremely powerful
  - Computational Imaging
    
    solino enables us to increase resolution and product Information
- solino®
  
  solino™ digitzes the human perception of surfaces and provides Super resolution effects
  - solino® Technology
    
    solino™ is a way of interpreting image data in analyzing its stray response instead of the image itself
  - solino® Image Acquisition
    
    A multi LED dome illumination enables directional, calibrated light beam angles and thus generates scattered light that is analysed and processed into solino® images
  - CPI Feature extract
    
    Extraction of features of relevant information in solino® images for further processing of high-contrast defect information
Solutions

For the Test & Measurement and Life Science & Medical markets, Opto has special imaging modules with unique functionality.

Opto develops software solutions for your application.
- Test / Measurement
  
  Imaging modules in industrial applications for seamless Industrie 4.0 compliant quality assurance.
  
  Rethink your quality control towards AI and Big DATA.
  
  The IM are perfectly suited to automate manufacturing processes where micron defects need to be detected.
- Medical & Life Science
  
  Imaging modules are digital microscopes for laboratory automation.
  
  Transmitted light microscopes for droplet-based microfluidics.
  
  Automated multifluorescence microscopes for cell analysis
  
  Inverted microscopes for motion analysis of growth processes
  
  High throughput fluorescence microscopes for DNA and RNA sequencing
OEM

Your contract manufacturer for optical Instrumentation
As a contract manufacturer with our own production, we develop and produce digital microscopes in series for machine manufacturers in industry and biomedicine.

We have over 40 years of experience in the development and production of custom optomechanical solutions and the development of application-specific software.
- OEM Imaging Modules
  
  For machine builders, system integrators and product manufacturers, we continue to develop customised imaging modules with adapted housings, motorised axes, modified lighting, new sensors, etc. depending on the task.
- Fluorescence Microscopes
  
  We develop epifluorescence microscopes with a single fluorescence up to 12 fluorescences in a few seconds. Realised with standard cameras or highly sensitive sensors for highly complex Schering systems.
- Stereo Microscopy
  
  We optimise and automate existing concepts for stereo microscopes of the leading manufacturers Leica, Zeiss, Nikon and Olympus for specific applications in devices for bio-medicine and industrial applications.
- Application Microscopes
  
  All our analyzing systems are designed and manufactured by Opto. For specific tasks, we have developed these solutions with modern software. They can easily be adapted to a variety of possible applications.
  - Cylinderinspector
    
    The CylinderInspector is an optical and thus non-contact measuring tool for inspecting cylinder inner walls
  - Cleanalyzer
    
    Particle analysis system for filter samples. For the investigation of small particles and particles the Cleanalyser was developed.
  - Particle analysis for liquids
    
    Think your Quality control new towards AI and Big DATA
  - Invers Controller
    
    Inverse optical Imaging Module
    This innovative ‘under-bench’ design features integrated camera, high definition optics, LED ring light and optional software.
  - Portable Microscope
    
    Portable measuring microscope for on-site application. We have it in our portfolio.
  - Micro Measurement Microscope
    
    FOV Micro Measurement Microscope 4.0
    
    The new ultra-compact digital micro measuring microscope is the perfect tool for on-site measurements in production.
Accessories

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We optimise and supplement microscopes in coordination with the respective manufacturer to enable new set-ups and demanding inspection tasks.

Oblique viewing accessories and extension tubes expand the optical possibilities of standard products from Nikon, Leica, Zeiss, or Olympus
- Calibration Targets
  
  Test targets are used to calibrate measurement systems (line pairs per mm). Objects of defined shape and size are used for this purpose.
- Imaging Module Accessories
  
  Solutions in Optics
  Stands, cables, clamps, calibration targets. Everything about our imaging modules
- Microscopy Accessories
  
  Our mechanical components include several Tripod solutions and mounting options as well as a variety of Accessories such as, e.g. Measuring and traverse tables, focus drives and our Proven knee joint adapter.
  - Stands
    
    We have from mobile floor tripods, stationary for a complete work surface, to solutions for very precise measurements, tripods for every need.
  - Microscope Tables
    
    As an alternative to our oblique viewing adapter and our ball tables, we offer measuring tables, as well as sliding or gliding tables.
  - Jointed Couplers
    
    The jointed Couplers are always a reliable attachment for your accessories. A precise mounting and alignment of components is guaranteed.
  - LED Illuminations
    
    Lighting for every requirement
  - Oblique Viewing solutions
    
    Oblique vision solutions for ergonomic working with a quick and easy 360° inspection. This is possible with our ball table or the inclined view module.
  - Additions
    
    Maintain the optical products with our cleaning kits.
- Accessories for Leica
  
  Accessories for Leica microscopes, such as our scan stand or tripods. But also an objective slider or filter slider are available.
- Components
  
  MV and Microscope Optics for Machine Builders
  - Zoom Objectives
    
    Motorized zoom systems 12:1 , 7:1 from Opto are used in hundreds of metrology, photonics, bonding and biomedical machines
  - Telecentric Objectives
    
    No perspective Error for Measurement Applications
  - Mega Pixel Objectives
    
    Lenses for or up to 20 MP C-Mount Cameras
Company

40 years Design and Production of micro optical solutions
- Downloads
  
  Download our company and product brochures, as well as the data sheets for our standard products.
- Technology
  
  A deep understanding of the nature of optics and its advanced properties is the core of our capabilities. In our 40 years of experience in developing optical solutions for advanced imaging applications, we have refined a comprehensive knowledge of what optics can do.
- History / Company Policy
  
  Opto has been your reliable partner for sophisticated opto-mechanical solutions for 40 years. From prototype to series production, we work with our market-leading customers to improve their solutions to market maturity.
  
  Our company philosophy can be divided into five strategic goals with which we prove our efficiency and competence.
- Contact
  
  Opto is represented in many countries in Europe, overseas and Asia directly, or through subsidiaries and dealers.
  - Headquarter / Office
    
    In Gräfelfing you will find everything from a development, production and production to sales, all in one house.
  - Distributors / Partner
    
    Opto has a global partner network for the components and systems divisions.
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- Service & Support
  
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  - Support
    
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  - IM•Productfinder
    
    Find the right Imaging Module with our online Configuarator
  - Glossary
    
    Read what is important and what you should consider when choosing your Imaging Module.

Solutions

For the Test & Measurement and Life Science & Medical markets, Opto has developed special imaging modules with unique functionality as well as special software solutions to have the right solution for your application.

The one imaging module for the one task.

The applications of the Opto Imaging Modules are virtually endless.

Thanks to the easy handling and the compact and robust design, they fit into any machine or laboratory.

Whether for high-speed imaging tasks with industrial image evaluation or pure quality assurance tasks, there is an imaging module to suit every application.

Ask for a partner near you and let the image and the "Plug & Play" convince you.

Seamlessly integrated and perfectly optimised interface between optics and sensor

Test | Measurement

The Opto Imaging Modules are available with integrated, diffuse LED ring light illumination in fixed and segmented version and a coaxial incident LED. Within the different form factors many magnifications, working distances and optical contrast techniques are available. USB3.0 versions or GigE versions for machine builders and integrators.

Applications

SMD inspection
Image based hardness testing
Crimp analysis
Quality & Control Needs
Documentation units
Industrie 4.0 sensor solutions
Overview and detail digital zoom

Materialography

Customer-Task

Grain & structure analysis of metals
Predictive maintenance of production processes
Quality control of mechanical parts
Damage evaluation of metal malfunction

Solution

Imaging Module compact•M (MVM)
Small Footprint with (optional) portable stand and case
Easy to use and free software OptoViewer 2.0
Ring- and coaxial illumination integrated
Direct measurement without calibration
USB one cable solution

Advantages for the customer

Pure all in one digital microscope
Micrometer / pixel resolution with large FoV
High contrast and color stability
Open SW architecture
Repeatability of image
Easy machine integration
Bright and darkfield in one unit

Digital microscope with integrated illumination in reflected or transmitted light versions, designed, manufactured and tested in Germany to the highest optical standards.

Medizin & Life Science

For BioMed applications the transmitted light modules with 5x, 10x and 20x in the profile·M design are ideal. All modules are ultra compact, coming with the free OptoViewer and are programmable with many common SW packages. That makes them universal for scientific R&D needs as for high throughput screening solutions. For microscopy automation needs Opto offers its own OEM BioScreen platform for multifluorescence imaging, motorized X-Y-Z hardware and autofocus functionality

Applications

Slide screening of Pathology biopsies
Blood / Urin analysis of smears or in flow
IVF for visualizing Embryos
Low contrast biomaterial microscopy

Microfluidic, Flow Cytometry Image processing
Automated Multifluorescence Image Analysis
Digital and quantitative image based PCR
Digital microscopes for Lab on a Chip automation

Microfluidics

Customer-Task

Screening
Reaction kinetics
Rare molecule detection
Gene expression detection
Single-cell analysis
Pathogen detection
Quality control & assurance

Solution

Imaging Module profile•M
Monochrome or colour version
Easy to use and free OptoViewer 2.0 software
Image processing
PlugIns available
Integrated transmission illumination
Direct measurement without calibration
USB 3.0 / GigE available – Plug and Play

Advantages for the customer

Pure all in one digital microscope
Nano / pixel resolution with large FoV
High contrast and color stability
Repeatability of image
Open software architecture
Easy machine integration
Ultra compact design

Applications

Test & Measurement

Imaging modules and image analysis SW for automated quality control

Test / Measurement

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Life Science & Medical

We supply digital microscopes and SW for the automation of laboratory processes

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