Example of Environmentally Friendly Products

Nikon has steadily developed and implemented a system for managing environment-friendly product designs while reinforcing the Nikon Environmental Action Plan and Nikon Product Assessments.
Under this system, Nikon and its Group Company are developing more environmentally conscious products with a commitment to aggressive increasing energy efficiency, major advances in the conservation of global resources, the minimal use of hazardous substances, and the maximum application of Eco-glass, lead-free solders, and technologies for hexavalent-chrome-free plating.
By March 2006, we completed preparations to meet the standards of the EU RoHS Directive* that were to take effect four months later, in July of the same year.

Precision Equipment Company Products

NSR-S210D KrF scanner(Released in May 2008)

NSR-S210D KrF scanner

The NSR-S210D KrF scanner employs an acclaimed tandem stage to increase accuracy and throughput, achieving a 20% improvement in productivity compared with the previous model. We have designed this model to be highly environmentally friendly by using our own developed environmentally sound optical glass ("Eco-glass") wherever possible in the optical system and by proactively using circuit boards fabricated with lead-free solder.

Environmentally friendly features

<Energy efficiency>

13.5% higher than the NSRS207D in exposure of a 300 mm wafer (Calculated based on Nikon Corporation's own criteria for the number of cells that can be exposed per unit of power)

<Lead-free solder>

Used in 95.7% of new circuit board designs

<Elimination of hexavalent chromium>

The use of hexavalent chromium in the surface treatment process of components specifically prohibited on drawings

<Eco-glass usage>

98.5%

<Ozone layer protection>

Use of new HFC refrigerant with zero ozone depletion potential (ODP) for temperature control and air conditioning chillers

* Nikon's IC steppers and scanners usher in an era of ultrahigh-density integrated circuits (ICs), greatly contributing to sustainable improvements in resource efficiency.

FX-85S exposure system for liquid crystal displays
(Released in October 2008)

FX-85S exposure system for LCDs

The FX-85S exposure system for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) supports the 8th generation plate sizes with a productivity that is 20% higher than the previous model. Based on Nikon's unique and distinguished optical technologies that ensure high productivity, the system enables the most efficient mass production of 40- to 50-inch wide panels.

Environmentally friendly features

<Energy efficiency>

25% higher than the FX-83S (Calculated based on Nikon Corporation's own criteria for the area that can be exposed per unit of power; and compared with the previous model under the same conditions, namely by setting at three the maximum number of lamps that can be installed)

<Lead-free solder>

Used on 100% of new circuit boards

<Ozone layer protection>

Use of new HFC refrigerant with zero ozone depletion potential (ODP) for temperature control and air conditioning chillers

Imaging Company Products

D90 digital SLR camera (Released in September 2008)

D90 digital SLR camera

We have achieved an image quality, sensitivity, and functionality equivalent to the D300, the highest Nikon model in the DX format, for this medium-sized (D80 size) camera at a reasonable price. This compact and highly cost effective camera is also the world's first digital SLR camera equipped with a movie function (D-Movie).

Environmentally friendly features

<Energy efficiency>

About 56% higher than the D80 (Number of pictures that can be taken: About 4,200 for the D90 and about 2,700 for the previous D80 model when the same Nikon battery is used at room temperature under Nikon Corporation's test conditions)

<Extended product life>

Substantial improvement in the durability of shutter release (to 100,000 operations)

<Reduction of hazardous substances>

Meets the criteria of the Nikon Green Procurement Standards and the RoHS Directive in force in Europe

<Lead-free solder>

Used on all circuit boards

<Eco-glass usage>

100%

PC-E Micro NIKKOR 85 mm F2.8D interchangeable lens
(Released in August 2008)

PC-E Micro NIKKOR 85 mm F2.8D interchangeable lens

This medium telephoto micro PC lens with a focal length of 85 mm features a tilt/shift mechanism that provides extraordinary control over the relationship between the optical axis of the lens and the image plane. Also, by adopting an electromagnetic diaphragm, the operability of the lens has been greatly improved. Furthermore, the Nano Crystal Coat effectively reduces ghosting and flare, enabling the user to obtain clear images.

Environmentally friendly features

<Reduced weight>

Much lighter (by about 20%) than the previous model (PC Micro NIKKOR 85 mm F2.8D)

<Reduction of hazardous substances>

Meets the criteria of the Nikon Green Procurement Standards and the RoHS Directive in force in Europe

COOLPIX S620 digital camera (Released in February 2009)

COOLPIX S620 digital camera

This compact digital camera boasts the world's fastest start-up time in its class. It also features a 28 mm wide-angle capability, 4x optical zoom, 12.2-megapixel CCD, large 2.7-inch LCD monitor, and a highend aluminum alloy body. Being attractively priced, the S620 is highly cost-effective with numerous convenient functions, such as lens-shift image stabilization, ISO 6400 High-Sensitivity mode, and Subject Tracking for automatic tracking and focusing on a moving subject.

Environmentally friendly features

<Energy efficiency>

35% higher than the previous model (COOLPIX S50), even with an increase in the number of pixels and higher operating speed and sensitivity

<Reduction of hazardous substances>

Meets the criteria of the Nikon Green Procurement Standards and the RoHS Directive in force in Europe

<Lead-free solder>

Used on all circuit boards

<Eco-glass usage>

100%

Instruments Company Products

Measuring Microscope MM-200 (Released in March 2009)

Measuring Microscope MM-200

This attractively priced, small, light, and high-precision measuring microscope can be used for a wide range of applications in the automotive and electronic parts industries, including use by inspection and quality control departments and use at manufacturing sites. By adopting a high-intensity white LED light source for both diascopic and episcopic illuminators instead of using halogen lamps, the light source running costs are reduced and there is no longer any need to replace the halogen bulbs.

Environmentally friendly features

<Energy efficiency>

100% higher than the MM-400

<Reduction in the use of consumables>

Adoption of a long-life LED light source instead of halogen lamps

<Lead-free solder>

Used on all the electronic circuit boards

Nikon Group Products

Nikon fieldmicroscope Fabre Photo EX (Released in February 2009)

Nikon fieldmicroscope Fabre Photo EX

Users of this portable field microscope can take a picture of the subject while observing it by connecting the microscope to a compact digital camera. It can also be connected to a Nikon digital SLR camera using a special attachment. Bioplastic made from corn is used for many of its body surface parts, which contributes to reducing the use of oil resources.

Environmentally friendly features

<Bioplastic>

Used for five parts on the body

<Easy recyclability>

Labeling of materials for all the targeted resin parts (weighing 25 g or more)(ISO 11469)

<Reduction of hazardous substances>

Meets the criteria of the Nikon Green Procurement Standards and the RoHS Directive in force in Europe

<Eco-glass usage>

100%

Total Station NST-305CV featuring a non-prism measuring function
(Released in May 2008)

Total Station NST-305CV featuring a non-prism measuring function

By adopting a newly-developed Nikon optical distance measuring system, this total station boasts a non-prism measuring range of as long as 300 meters (about 50% longer than the previous model). The accuracy level is also improved to a range of ± 4 mm for the measurement of distances at one kilometer with reflector prism. Furthermore, by using the newly-installed "laser guide" function, users of this product can promptly identify the measurement point, which in turn shortens the time for measurement.

Environmentally friendly features

<Energy efficiency>

23% higher than the NST- 305C (usable time increased from 6.5 to 8 hours when the same type of battery is used)

<Reduction of hazardous substances>

Meets the criteria of the Nikon Green Procurement Standards and the RoHS Directive in force in Europe