1. Reproducible Imaging Conditions (Camera Cover)
Highest reproducibility by protected camera alignment to prevent unwanted misalignments.
2. Innovative Polarization Method (Detection Unit)
Detects both reflective (metallic) and non-reflective particles in a single scan.
3. Proven Durability (Stage / Stage inserts)Reproducible Measurement Conditions
The automatic focus drive helps ensure reproducible positioning  for straightforward reinvestigation of detected contaminants. The stage insert maintains a secured membrane position and features an additional insert for the integrated calibration tool or a second sample.
4. Excellent Optical Quality (Microscope)
Renowned Olympus UIS2 objectives and high-resolution camera provide exceptional image quality and accurate measurements.
5. Easy to Use (Software)
Easy-to-use software guides users through the entire inspection process, helping to boost productivity and minimize errors. The interface has large buttons that are easy to click with a mouse or the touch screen monitor.
6. High Performance (Workstation)
While scanning the sample, the system gives direct visual feedback of classified and counted contaminants with color changes. Optionally, the system can emit an acoustic warning signal when limits are exceeded. 

The diagram illustrates the OLYMPUS CIX100 precision by verifying the measurement stability and repeatability using the Process Performance Index (P_Pk). The same sample at 5x and 10x magnification was measured 10 times and the particle count from typical size classes was extracted. The diagram shows the evaluation of C_Pk and P_Pk on class E (50-100 μm).

The cleanliness inspection workflow is easy, so even inexperienced operators can achieve accurate and repeatable results. The preconfigured and pre-calibrated system, user rights management, and regular system self-checks help ensure that the settings are correct for reproducible inspection data independent of the operator or system. As a result, multiple departments and sites can apply the same quality standards at different locations. 

Olympus UIS2 objectives provide high optical performance for excellent measurement and analysis accuracy. A dedicated light source maintains a consistent color temperature optimized for cleanliness inspection. 

The preconfigured and pre-calibrated system has reminders for automatic system self-checks with the integrated calibration slide that helps maintain regular system verification.

The optical path alignment, motorized nosepiece, and the camera are protected by a cover to prevent accidental modifications. For greater stability, all moving parts have been eliminated from the optical light path. 

The clear structured user interface not only makes cleanliness inspection repeatable and reproducible but also easy for experts and non-experts alike.

The OLYMPUS CIX100 system delivers enhanced performance and productivity through the entire inspection process and makes technical cleanliness inspections easy for operators of every experience level. The software provides step-by step guidance for the entire cleanliness inspection. Intuitive workflows and user rights management improve productivity and confidence in results while reducing cycle time, cost-per-test, and user errors. The result is a system optimized for high quality standards. 

Step by step, the intuitive interface guides operators through the complete inspection process. The result is a fast, productive workflow.

OLYMPUS CIX100 redefined the user operation and make cleanliness inspection easy for everyone even by non-experts. Every kind of user produces inspection data they can rely on. The system reduces complicated adjustment by extensive. The intuitive workflow is based on just three steps: Inspect sample, Review results and Create Report. The system reduces complicated adjustment by extensive user guidance leading through all process steps in respect of international standards and by a maximum use of automated functions.

The system reminds to perform automatic system checks for precise results on a regular basis; and pre-configured and customized system configurations supports the operator on daily purposes.

A preconfigured, pre-calibrated system combined with an intuitive user interface helps make cleanliness inspection easy for operators of every experience level.

High performance by touch technology

The interface has large buttons that are easy to click with a mouse or the touch screen monitor.

The OLYMPUS CIX100 system is already configured and calibrated when it is delivered but can be easily modified and customized to your applications and requirements.

Inspection configurations are used to specify all of the parameters for sample inspection, including rules for the characterization of particles, setting particle families, and types. 

All relevant data are displayed live on a single screen during the inspection, enabling the operator to stop or interrupt the inspection if a test fails.

The OLYMPUS CIX100 system offers high-performance image acquisition and precise live analytics of both reflective and non-reflective particles ranging from 2.5 μm up to 42 mm in a single scan thanks to a patented* polarization method. This all-in-one-scan solution enables scans to be completed twice as fast as the classical method (Inspector series). Counted and sorted particles are displayed live and sorted into size classes while the scan is acquired, supporting direct decision making and helping ensure a fast reaction time in case of a failed test.

The overview image assists with evaluating filter coverage, particle clustering, or worst particles, so users can react quickly before the final inspection starts.

The sample overview image is created at the beginning of the sample inspection and displays the entire filter at low magnification. The overview image helps to identify filter coverage or particle clusters before the sample inspection starts.

The sample information area lists the most important data.

Inspection configurations are used to specify all parameters for sample inspection.

Predefined acceptable particle counts per size classes are displayed, and the sample can be validated (OK) or rejected (NOK) even before the complete membrane is acquired. An acoustic signal can be switched on when the approval reads NOK or the inspection is finished.

Contaminants are automatically analyzed and sorted into size class bins defined by the selected standard and are color coded to clearly indicate which size class exceeds a predefined limit. A statistical control chart function visually illustrates the level of particle class compliance, for improved reliability.

Image stitching automatically reconstructs images of large particles.
Scan dark particles on a bright background or vice versa.

Live processing and classification of both small and large particles according to international standards (2.5 µm up to 42 mm).

Clearly view the time remaining for sample acquisition.

All particles and classification tables, overall cleanliness code, particle location, and the standard used appear in one view.

The OLYMPUS CIX100 system combines powerful, easy-to-use tools to revise inspection data with a fast, guided particle review. The one-click reclassification function provides flexibility and supports international standards. Thumbnail images of every contaminant detected by the system are linked with dimensional measurements, making it easy to review the data. Retrieving a contaminant’s information is simple. During the review process, the results are updated and displayed automatically in all views and size classification bins. This saves you time with clear representations of all relevant inspection results.

Visualization of different particle view eg. largest reflective or non-reflective particles

Clear arrangement of images, data and results for immediate decision making for reprocessing. At-a-glance display of complete inspection data in various selectable views. View images of particles organized from largest to smallest for all kind of particles (reflective or non-reflective).

Based on the stored particle position information, the stage directly repositions at a selected particle position for further investigation and revision, such as with an Extended Focus Image (all-in-focus image, EFI) or a tailored solution for a height measurement.

Data statistical analysis can be performed over time and graphically displayed.

Individual images of contaminant can be taken and processed for manual measurement confirmation and improved documentation.

View images of particles organized from largest to smallest for all kinds of particles (reflective or non-reflective).

Thumbnail images of contaminants are conveniently linked with their locations and dimensions. Selecting a thumbnail automatically drives the system to this contaminant.

Classification and particle tables list the results according to the selected standard.

Classification and particle tables show the results according to the selected standard and particle data respectively.

The overall classification results based on the selected standard are calculated and displayed.

Instantaneous calculation and presentation of overall classification contamination class code (CCC) according to the selected standard.

Different Cleanliness Codes

Results can be recalculated to all standards with one click. 

Reports that comply with international standards.

Smart, sophisticated reporting tools enable easy one-click digital documentation of inspection results. Reports are based on predefined templates that comply with industry standards and can be easily modified to meet the needs of your company. Export the results to Microsoft Word or directly export as a PDF for easy data sharing over email. Report templates and data sharing tools help inexperienced operators quickly create and distribute accurate, professional documentation. The OLYMPUS CIX100 system can also archive reports and data for record keeping and trend analysis.

Reports are based on predefined templates that comply with industry standards and can be easily modified to meet the needs of your company. 

Analytical reports comply with the standard used during analysis.

A list of available templates is displayed based on the standard used during analysis and allows fast creating of compliant reports even by unexperienced operators.

The software supports output formats such as MS Word or PDF or Excel.

Exporting a report is as easy as clicking your mouse. Export the reports into Microsoft Word or PDF, depending on your requirements. Statistics, like trend analyses, can be exported to Microsoft Excel just as easily. 

Capability to justify decision after years.

Quickly access all the archived samples, as well as their associated data and reports for revision or distribution. All inspection data and reports are automatically saved and archived for a certain period of time.

The information page of a report

This area of the report consists of information about the sample such as customer, examiner, order number, and date of inspection. All data are inserted automatically.

Because the largest particles detected during the scan are of high interest, this report section lists the ten largest particles found during the inspection.

This section of the report incorporates the data calculated during the inspection according to the standard used and displays information such as size class and range information, as well as the absolute numbers of particles detected and the contamination class.

The result page showing images of the largest particle

Thumbnails of the largest particles are displayed together with the particle parameters and the particle class. Thumbnails also show images of contaminants reconstructed by stitching smaller images together.