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High-Content Imaging System Leases for Labs

Get automated, multiparametric imaging platforms. Equipment sourced to order. Minimal capital outlay required.

What Is a High-Content Imaging System?

High-content imaging systems (HCI/HCS) combine automated microscopy, fluorescence detection, and image analysis software to extract rich, multiparametric data from biological samples. These systems are essential in drug discovery, phenotypic screening, toxicology, and high-throughput cellular assays.

Why Lease an HCI/HCS System?

From multiplexed fluorescence detection to kinetic imaging and automated plate handling, high-content systems deliver unmatched insights—but they also carry significant acquisition and maintenance costs.

Leasing allows your lab to adopt scalable, data-rich imaging platforms without the upfront capital burden—so you can focus on running high-throughput assays, not justifying procurement delays.

Where Leasing HCI/HCS Equipment Adds Value

Outfitting a lab—whether for diagnostics, discovery, or production—requires speed, flexibility, and budget awareness. Leasing helps you get the right equipment in place without capital delays or long-term risk. Leasing can be a smart choice when:

  • You need lease terms aligned with your workflow and budget—Scale confidently with flexible agreements tailored to your equipment lifecycle.
  • You want full support from sourcing to servicing—Streamline setup with coordinated delivery, installation, and maintenance.
  • You’ve already purchased equipment but need to free up capital—Use sale-leaseback options to recover budget while keeping systems in use.

Whether you’re scaling capacity, launching new assays, or upgrading infrastructure, leasing helps you move faster—without financial friction.

Why Teams Lease with Excedr

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Founder-friendly, non-dilutive capital

Ideal for early-stage or venture-backed teams—and a smart option for any lab looking to preserve equity while scaling.

Flexibility on equipment choice

No inventory limitations. You choose the system that fits your workflow—we handle the financing.

Lease terms aligned with your growth

2–5 year terms that support your budget, equipment lifecycle, and scaling timeline.

Quick approvals, flexible terms

Get approved in days—not weeks—with no collateral, IP pledges, or debt covenants required.

White-glove service & procurement

Equipment sourcing, vendor coordination, and lease logistics are streamlined to reduce your team’s internal workload.

Reliable support when it matters

Our vendor relationships help resolve issues quickly—so you stay productive and hit key milestones.

Leasing Solutions We Provide

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Operating Leases

Treat lease payments as operating expenses, not debt. This simplifies accounting and preserves flexibility.

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Sale Lease-Backs

Convert owned equipment into working capital. Keep it off your balance sheet and treat payments as operating expenses.

Popular High Content Imaging Equipment Manufacturers

Cytiva
Amersham ImageQuant™ 500 CCD imaging system
Cytiva
Amersham ImageQuant™ 800 GxP
Cytiva
Amersham ImageQuant™ 800 Western blot imaging systems
Zeiss
Axioscan 7
Thermo Fisher Scientific
CX7 LED Pro
Thermo Fisher Scientific
CellInsight CX7 LZR Pro HCS Platform
Zeiss
Celldiscoverer 7
Molecular Devices
ImageXpress Confocal HT.ai system
Molecular Devices
ImageXpress Micro 4 system
Molecular Devices
ImageXpress Micro Confocal system
Molecular Devices
ImageXpress Nano
Molecular Devices
ImageXpress Pico system
Olympus
Olympus scanR
PerkinElmer
Opera Phenix Plus
PerkinElmer
Operetta CLS
Cytiva
Typhoon Biomolecular Imager
Cytiva
Cytiva
Molecular Devices
Molecular Devices
Olympus
Olympus
PerkinElmer
PerkinElmer
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Zeiss
Zeiss

Straightforward Application Process

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Tell Us What You Need

Already have a quote or PO? Just let us know the equipment you want to lease—we’ll take it from there.

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Get Approved Quickly

Our in-house underwriting team reviews your financials fast—no outsourcing, no red tape—so you get a decision in days, not weeks.

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We Handle the Rest

We handle the logistics and coordinate with the vendor so you can get to work—no upfront capital required.

Helping Scientists Scale & Succeed

"We used Excedr when it was time for us to make a large capital equipment purchase. The whole leasing process was smooth, quick, and seamless.

Working with Excedr made it possible for us to accelerate our scientific discovery pipeline without a large outlay of capital."

Jessica Grossman, CEO at IgGenix
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Jessica Grossman

CEO, IgGenix

"Excedr's lease structure helped us extend our cash runway, forecast our projects with greater accuracy, and track and manage upcoming expenses more effectively, putting us in a stronger position for our next venture round."

Shawn Gahr

COO & Co-Founder, Novoron

"Building a biotech is tough, and Excedr has been a dynamite partner in scaling. They supported Distributed Bio’s growth from an 8-person lab team to 35 members by the time of acquisition.

When I started Centivax, Jon was one of the first people I called. I recommend them for any biotech startup."

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Jacob Glanville

CEO & President, Centivax

"Excedr has been invaluable for KiraGen Bio, helping us access high-quality equipment without heavy upfront costs.

Their flexible leasing and reliable support let us focus on advancing research rather than equipment procurement and maintenance."

Aaron Edwards

Co-Founder & CEO, KiraGen Bio

"Excedr helped us finance a BLI system when we were new to equipment leasing.

Sylvia guided us through our options, and the fast, easy process freed our team to focus on research and grant management instead of funding logistics."

Max Brennan
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Max Brennan

General Counsel & VP Operations, Zab Bio

Leasing our Zeiss EVO10 electron microscope cut outside analysis costs in the first year and improved response times to field issues.

Having it on-site also strengthened our Engineering and Production Teams’ understanding of our product lines."

Tom Raber, Principal Mechanical Technician at Plug Power
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Tom Raber

Principal Mechanical Technician, Plug Power

Frequently Asked Questions

Lease High-Content Imaging Systems & Accelerate Discovery

Don’t let capital costs limit your lab’s ability to scale data-driven research. Our leasing program is designed to remove friction from equipment procurement so you can stay focused on producing accurate, reliable results.