FAQ

What is the ibidi Stage Top Incubator Silver Line?

The ibidi Stage Top Incubator Silver Line is a live-cell imaging incubator designed to maintain physiological CO2 and temperature conditions on the microscope stage. It fits directly onto the stage and covers the sample, enabling long-term cell culture experiments in a standard incubator atmosphere.

Which CO2 levels are supported?

The Silver Line incubator supports CO2 concentrations typically between 0% and 10%. Precise control is achieved through a dedicated CO2 controller unit, and concentration is monitored at the sample to ensure stable conditions throughout the experiment.

Is the Silver Line compatible with standard microscopes?

Yes. The ibidi Stage Top Incubators are available in configurations compatible with inverted microscopes from Leica, Zeiss, Nikon, and Olympus. Both open-frame and enclosed versions are available to fit a wide range of stage geometries.

What ibidi slides and dishes are compatible with this incubator?

The Silver Line incubator is compatible with ibidi µ-Slides, µ-Dishes, µ-Plates, and sticky-Slides. It can also accommodate standard slides and coverslips with appropriate adapters.

Does the incubator support humidity control?

Yes. The Silver Line incubator includes a water reservoir or humidity module to prevent evaporation and maintain stable osmolarity during extended live-cell imaging sessions.

Is the ibidi Stage Top Incubator Silver Line available and supported in Israel?

Yes. The ibidi Stage Top Incubator Silver Line is distributed and supported in Israel by NBT Ltd. Our team provides guidance on compatible microscope configurations, ibidi slide selection, and live-cell imaging protocols.