PRODUCTS APPLICATIONS SERVICE LEARN & SHARE COMPANY CONTACT EN Area of Application Forensic Science Home Applications Forensic Science Forensic Microscopes and Imaging Equipment As a forensic scientist, your microscopes and imaging equipment must provide precision, quality, accuracy, and reproducibility of results to ensure success when examining evidence. Leica Microsystems supports your work to quantify, analyze and document findings with a wide range of forensic microscopy solutions from routine laboratory instruments to complete automated systems. U.S. Government Agencies can purchase Leica Microsystems’ forensic microscopes, cameras, software and other imaging accessories directly through GSA Schedule Contract #GS-07F-139CA. If you would like support for the purchasing process, one of our dedicated Contract Specialists would be happy to assist you. Is your organization ISO 17025 certified? We offer tailored calibration services for comparison and compound microscopes, cameras and software. Download our brochure for more information. SIMPLY GET IN TOUCH! Please contact us if you would like to have personal expert advice on our microscopy solutions for forensic microscopy. Which forensic microscope is suitable for your application? The matrix will help you determine which of our instruments would be suitable for your work. If you have any questions, please contact your local Leica Microsystems representative. Stereomicroscopes Light Microscopes Digital Microscopes Comparison Microscopes Digital Cameras Stereomicroscopes Toolmarks & Ballistic Shoe traces D N A Biology Documents Hairs & Fibers Ground traces Paint Toxicology Physics / Cause of fire Fingerprint identification Entomology A-Series: Simple systems for inspections with a tilted arm (magnifications up to 40x) + + - - - - - + - + - S-Series: Simple systems for inspections with a tilted arm (magnifications up to 55x). Flexible stand configurations + + + + - - + + + - + M-Series (M50/ 60/ 80): Modular, ergonomic, future oriented flexible systems (Magnifications 40x resp. 60x) + + + + + + + + + + + M-Series (M125C/ 165C/ 205C): Modular, ergonomic, future oriented flexible systems (Magnifications up to 160x) + - + + + + + - + - + FORENSIC MICROSCOPES AND IMAGING EQUIPMENT 10 Filter by Area of Application Materials & Earth Science Industry & Manufacturing Forensic Science Education Pharmaceutical Chemical Engineering Research Life Science Research Leica DVM6 Digital microscope for 2D and 3D imaging and analysis Materials & Earth Science, Watchmaking Industry, Metals & Machine Engineering, Automotive & Transportation, Medical Device Manufacturing, Semiconductor Wafer Processing, IC Packaging & Testing, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) & Electronics Manufacturing, Metal Working, Foundries, Geology, Environmental, Paleontology, and Earth Science Microscopes, Materials Science, Physics, and Engineering, Art Conservation, Forensic Science, Earth Science Education Leica DMS1000 Digital microscope for inspection and measurement in manufacturing and quality control Materials & Earth Science, Energy, Mining and Natural Resources, Automotive & Transportation, Medical Device Manufacturing, Semiconductor Wafer Processing, IC Packaging & Testing, Forensic Science SHOW 8 MORE PRODUCTS PRODUCT ARCHIVE Firearms and Toolmarks Examination of firearms and tool marks requires the right combination of superior microscope optics, precise illumination and smart software solutions to help you uncover unique surface characteristics. Find, identify, compare and document matches with Leica Microsystems' modular, compact and integrated microscopy solutions. Trace Evidence Reconstructing events through trace evidence requires precise microscopic analysis and proper care to minimize damage to the sample. Whether you are examining fibers, hair, paint, fingerprints, residue or other trace materials, Leica Microsystems offers powerful and customizable microscope solutions with a wide range of illumination and documentation options. Questioned Documents and Handwriting Questioned document examination calls for detailed microscopic analysis for revealing alterations, genuineness or sources of documents. Whether you are exposing forgery, counterfeiting, identity theft or fraud, Leica's range of microscopes, cameras and software solutions help you easily, accurately, and comfortably examine, compare and document your findings. Forensic Medicine and DNA Extraction Your specialty in forensic medicine can cover a wide range of applications including forensic biology, pathology, anthropology, toxicology, serology, DNA extraction and more. Regardless of your specific discipline, forensic laboratory analysis requires the right microscopes, cameras and software solutions that are tailored to your needs. From screening to separation, Leica provides a comprehensive range of forensic biological microscopes with a variety of optics, illumination and software options. RELATED ARTICLES Laser Microdissection Laser Microdissection Publication List This monthly updated reference list demonstrates the major application fields for laser microdissection in life science research. 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Read article Aug 07, 2008 Article Forensics Science Serving Justice Wayne Buttermore, Marketing Manager for Forensic Microscopy, Leica Microsystems, had the distinct honor of interviewing Kevin Lothridge, Executive Director of the National Forensic Science Technology… Read article Apr 02, 2008 Article © 2019 Leica Microsystems Sales & Service Terms and Conditions Imprint Terms of Use Privacy Policy Language: English