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Aperio CS5 Slide Scanner

Compact Versatility for Confident Research

The Aperio CS5 scanner’s rich feature set delivers full control to scan even your most challenging samples, all contained in a compact design to fit on a standard laboratory workbench. With capacity for 1x3 or 2x3 slides, DICOM or SVS output, Z-stacking, and 20X or 40x magnification capabilities, the Aperio CS5 scanner consistently delivers quality digital pathology in an intuitive design. From capturing large, whole-mount sections to rapidly digitizing difficult cases to share with off-site specialists, the Aperio CS5 scanner integrates seamlessly to augment and accelerate workflows.

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For Research Use Only. Not for Use in Diagnostic Procedures

Precision Scanning

The Aperio CS5 scanner delivers precision scanning with advanced optics and intelligent automation, in under a minute at 20x magnification, delivering rapid, high-resolution images without compromising quality.

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Aperio CS5 Precision Scanning
Easily load and scan up to five 1x3 inch slides or two 2x3 inch slides.

Seamless Digital Workflow

Effortlessly transform glass slides into standardized digital formats like DICOM and SVS with the Aperio CS5 scanner. Its innovative technology and intuitive interface simplify every step, while ensuring compatibility with your existing systems.

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Seamless Digital Workflow
Slides are available in 50 seconds (20x15mmx15mm)

Trusted Connectivity

Stay connected and collaborate effortlessly, whether it’s your own lab or across the globe, with secure cybersecurity standards powered by Leica Biosystems proven technology for results you can trust.

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Aperio CS5 Trusted Connectivity
Review difficult cases with peers or collaborate globally

Premium Capabilities at a Practical Price

Advanced features streamline complex cases, reducing turnaround time while maintaining exceptional image quality—empowering pathologists with precision and efficiency. 

  • Manual Scanning: Full control to set focus points, scan region, and focal planes to deliver excellent quality even for the most challenging slides.
  • 1x3 and 2x3 scanning: Flexibility to scan standard slides or large specimens with precision and quality on a single system.
  • Interoperability that works: SVS and DICOM file format output options lets you integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure and adhere to industry standards.

Valuable for your workflow and essential for high-quality results

Take control of image quality with Manual Scan. Easily adjust scan settings and re-scan slides without removing them from the scanner, ensuring excellent image quality when automated scan results aren’t enough.

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Valuable for your workflow and essential for high-quality results

DICOM* with 20x, 40x and Z-Stack

Available alongside .SVS, DICOM provides image clarity, improved collaboration, and a streamlined workflow, with 20x and 40x magnification options for detailed sample views and Z-stacking to review slides at varied heights.

The Aperio CS5 scanner delivers the trusted quality of Aperio scanners, bringing premium performance to everyday research.

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DICOM with 20x, 40x and Z-Stack

Product Specifications

Scanning method: Line scanning (US Patent 6,711,283)
Objective lens: Olympus UPLXAPO, 20x, 0.80NA, 0.6 mm WD, 9 mm focal, 26.5FN (40x scanning with 2x optical magnification changer)
Scan Success Rate: 98% 1st time
Dimensions (HxWxD): 47 cm (18.5 inches) 36.7 cm (14.5 inches) 49 cm (19.3 inches) Weight: 31.5 kg (69lbs)
Resolution of 20x: 0.50 μM/pixel 40x: 0.25 μM/pixel

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