Microscope Enclosure for Temperature Regulation and Light Isolation

Light isolation and temperature regulation are often required for microscopic imaging. Commercial enclosures available to satisfy these requirements, but they not flexible the variety of custom systems found in research laboratories. We present design an affordable enclosure which utilizes aluminum t-slot profiles support opaque expanded PVC panels. Temperature is regulated by exchanging air with external heater. In addition, we demonstrate baffles integrated into improve uniformity. Example designs both upright inverted microscopes given, providing a starting point creating system-specific enclosure.