Olympus
MX 61
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What it is
How it works
The MX 61 is an optical microscope that uses a series of objective lenses and an illumination system to produce magnified images of a sample. The microscope provides high image resolution and clarity through observation methods such as brightfield and darkfield.[3]
Applications
General reference — not yet source-verifiedAdditional applications include the examination of photomasks, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices, and other precision components where high-resolution optical imaging is needed.
What do the numbers mean?
Power & electrical2
- 50/60 Hz[1]
Optics & imaging1
Control & software1
Configuration & options10
Vintage & configurations
Documented models & variants
| Designation | Generation | Vintage | Changes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX61A | — | — | Model designation listed for Microscope #1. | uwaterloo.ca[3] |
What does it need to run?
Site utility requirements, footprint, and infrastructure needed to install and operate this tool. Sourced from public records.
Where are the manuals?
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Not publicly documented
Field notes
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Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the Olympus MX 61?
The MX 61 is a high-power microscope used for semiconductor sample inspection and documentation.[3]
What observation methods does the MX 61 support?
The microscope supports observation methods such as brightfield and darkfield.[3]
What objectives are available for the MX 61 family?
The MX 61 variant MX61A is equipped with 5X, 20X, 50X, 100X, and 150X objectives on a motorized turret.[3]
Does the MX 61 have motorized stage control?
The MX61A variant features a motorized stage focus.[3]
Not publicly documented
The following facts about the MX 61 are absent from this record as of this revision. First-hand knowledge or a citation closes a gap; every submission is reviewed before publication.
No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the MX 61 are on record.
Answerable by: OEM historical records or a trade-press announcement
The control-system platform and OS era of the MX 61 are not on record.
Answerable by: an engineer who operated it or OEM installation records
No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the MX 61 are on record.
Answerable by: a field service engineer, process engineer, or maintenance technician
The process node or technology generation of the MX 61 is not on record.
Answerable by: an OEM datasheet or a fab qualification report
No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the MX 61 are on record.
Answerable by: an OEM parts catalog or a service engineer
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Sources & citations
Sources (5)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]Inventory photo
- [2]Inventory photo
- [3]uwaterloo.ca — uwaterloo.cauwaterloo.ca
- [4]Olympus MX 61 family | Waferpedia — waferpedia.comwaferpedia.com
- [5]MX 61 — Olympus | Specs, Sourcing & Service | Waferpedia — waferpedia.comwaferpedia.com
Last updated Oct 10, 2026.
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