Marienfeld : What consumables for microscopy, histology and cell counting?

Under the Marienfeld Superior brand, the German brand is a global benchmark for microscope slides, coverslips, counting chambers and capillaries for laboratories. Designed for microscopy and quality control, its consumables stand out for tight thickness tolerances, impeccable optical cleanliness and exemplary lot-to-lot consistency. From histology routines to high-resolution imaging applications, Marienfeld delivers the reliability and traceability expected by R&D, QC and diagnostics.

A long-established specialist, now the laboratory standard

Marienfeld is a German family business built on rigorous glassware expertise and an obsession with quality. For decades, the brand has refined its processes – precision cutting, polishing, cleaning and packaging in controlled environments – to deliver ready-to-use, clean and reproducible consumables. The Marienfeld Superior range is used worldwide by histology, cytology, microbiology and haematology laboratories. Supported by an international distribution network and a culture of continuous improvement, the company has established itself as a reliable partner for regulated labs, combining industrial consistency with a keen understanding of needs at the bench. This closeness drives pragmatic, useful and long-lasting product improvements.

Expertise and areas of specialisation

At the heart of Marienfeld expertise: microscopy consumables engineered for precision and day-to-day work.
• Microscope slides: straight or bevelled edges, frosted areas for identification, adhesive versions for delicate sections, sterile or non-sterile options. Surface cleanliness and flatness deliver excellent image quality and uniform sample adhesion.
• Coverslips: high-transmission optical glass, controlled flatness and standard thicknesses, including No. 1.5H for high-NA objectives and high-resolution imaging. Low-dust packaging, safe handling.
• Counting chambers: crisply engraved rulings for Neubauer Improved, Bürker, Thoma, Fuchs-Rosenthal, etc. Designed for haematology, cell counting and andrology, they offer excellent readability and repeatability.
• Capillaries: microhaematocrit (heparinised or plain), sampling and melting-point capillaries, with uniform ends for precise filling.
• Staining accessories: Coplin/Hellendahl racks and jars, forceps and transport boxes, designed for clean, streamlined workflows.
Marienfeld is recognised for its batch-to-batch consistency, clear traceability (lot number) and packaging engineered to reduce particulate contamination. Standardised dimensions ensure compatibility with most slide racks, scanners, microscopes and automation systems. By choosing Marienfeld, laboratories gain in result reliability, reading comfort and throughput, from quality control to R&D.

Marienfeld products distributed by Dutscher

Frequently asked questions about the Marienfeld brand

Where are Marienfeld glass consumables manufactured?
The core glass items are designed and made in Germany, under strict quality control with full batch-number traceability.

What coverslip thicknesses are available for advanced imaging?
Marienfeld offers the standard thicknesses, including the preferred 1.5H class for high-NA objectives and high-resolution microscopy.

Are Marienfeld slides compatible with automated systems and slide scanners?
Yes. Their standardised dimensions and excellent surface flatness ensure broad compatibility with most automated systems and slide scanners.

Are sterile options and adhesive surfaces available?
Depending on the product, sterile slides and adhesive-surface versions are available for delicate tissues and controlled-environment workflows.

Do the counting chambers feature high-precision engraving?
Yes. The grids are sharply engraved to ensure readability, repeatability and reliable day-to-day cell counting.