Zeiss
Metallurgical
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Zeiss Metallurgical is an inverted metallurgical microscope family for reflected-light materials analysis. Zeiss Metallurgical includes the Axiovert 100A with reflected brightfield, darkfield, and DIC capability. Zeiss Metallurgical includes the Axio Vert.A1 MET with brightfield and darkfield capability.[1][2][3]
What it is
General reference — not yet source-verifiedThe Zeiss Metallurgical is a metrology and inspection microscope family for reflected-light materials analysis.
How it works
Where it fits in the process flow
General reference — not yet source-verifiedMetallurgical microscopes sit in the inspection and materials-characterization part of the workflow, after specimen preparation and before final quality decisions.
Applications
The Zeiss Metallurgical family is used for grain structure, phase distribution, graphite morphology, inclusions, coating thickness, and case depth analysis in quality and manufacturing contexts.[4]
The named Zeiss configurations are also used for reflected brightfield, darkfield, and differential interference contrast observation of metal specimens.[2][3]
What do the numbers mean?
Power & electrical2
Optics & imaging4
- Objective series (Axiovert 100A)
- Epiplan 5x/0.13 HD, Epiplan Neofluar 20x/0.50 HD DIC, 50x/0.80 HD DIC, 100x/0.90 HD DIC (M27 thread)[2]
- Objective series (Axio Vert.A1 MET)
- EC Epiplan-Neofluar 2.5x HD, EC Epiplan 5x HD, EC Epiplan 50x HD[3]
- Head type
- Binocular viewing head with two camera ports (Axiovert 100A); Binocular with side-mount photo port (Axio Vert.A1)[2]
Configuration & options12
- Available contrast techniques
- Reflected Brightfield, Darkfield, Differential Interference Contrast (DIC)[2]2 sources
- Nosepiece
- 5-position quintuple nosepiece with M27 threads (Axiovert 100A); 5-position with BF/DF module (Axio Vert.A1)[2]
- Stage
- Gliding rotatable stage, 20 mm X/Y travel (Axiovert 100A); 40x40 mm XY mechanical stage with metal insert (Axio Vert.A1)[2]
Vintage & configurations
Documented models & variants
| Designation | Generation | Vintage | Changes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axiovert 100A | — | — | Inverted metallurgical microscope with built-in DIC capability, quintuple M27 nosepiece, gliding stage, dual camera ports. | metallurgicalmicroscopes.com[2] |
| Axio Vert.A1 MET | — | — | Inverted metallurgical microscope with brightfield/darkfield module, EC Epiplan-Neofluar objectives, 40x40 XY mechanical stage, side-mount photo port. | microscopecentral.com[3] |
What does it need to run?
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Field notes
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Frequently asked questions
Can the microscope measure feature dimensions or perform quantitative analysis?General reference — not yet source-verified
Yes, with digital imaging and software, such systems can measure lengths, areas, angles, and count features. Many also support automated image analysis for grain size, phase fraction, and inclusion rating.
How does a metallurgical microscope differ from a standard biological microscope?General reference — not yet source-verified
The key difference is illumination: metallurgical microscopes use reflected light to examine opaque surfaces, while biological microscopes use transmitted light through transparent specimens. Optics and stages are also optimized for reflected-light applications.
What software features are commonly available for analysis?General reference — not yet source-verified
Typical software includes modules for image capture, measurement, annotation, stitching, and automated analysis routines for grain size, porosity, layer thickness, and inclusion classification.
Not publicly documented
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No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the Metallurgical are on record.
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The control-system platform and OS era of the Metallurgical are not on record.
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No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the Metallurgical are on record.
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The process node or technology generation of the Metallurgical is not on record.
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No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the Metallurgical are on record.
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Sources & citations
Sources (5)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]waferpedia.com — waferpedia.comwaferpedia.com
- [2]metallurgicalmicroscopes.com — metallurgicalmicroscopes.commetallurgicalmicroscopes.com
- [3]microscopecentral.com — microscopecentral.commicroscopecentral.com
- [4]Metallurgical Applications with ZEISS ZEN Core — zeiss.co.inzeiss.co.in
- [5]Equipment inventory listing
Last updated Oct 7, 2026.
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