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Follow the links below to download our latest resources. If you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact us and a member of our technical team will be happy to help you.

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Firmware updates and drivers for current and legacy products.

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Application Notes and Articles

Case studies, white papers and articles covering key applications and new developments.

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Brochures

Our latest brochures giving an overview of our capabilities in automation for microscopy and imaging systems. Also includes comprehensive guides for automating specific Nikon and Olympus microscopes.

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Compliance

Essential policies and certifications.

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Customer Support

Warranty information and terms of sale.

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Datasheets

Essential technical information, product specifications and drawings for motorized stages, robotic sample handling systems and microscopy components.

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Help sheets and Installation Instructions

Help sheets and Installation instructions for a range of current and legacy Prior products.

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Quickstart Guides and Operating Manuals

Full installation and operating instructions for Prior Scientific controllers, stages, illumination, sample handling and other systems.

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8/19/2026

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Microscopy and Precision Positioning Glossary: Terms, D…

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H189 High Precision Motorized XYZ Deck

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8/14/2026

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