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Polarization and 9MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-1500X Magnification with Polarization and 10MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-1500X Magnification with Polarization and 3MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-1500X Magnification with Polarization and 5MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-1500X Magnification with Polarization and 10MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-1500X Magnification with Polarization and 14MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-1500X Magnification with Polarization and 18MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-1500X Magnification with Polarization and 20MP Back-Lit USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 1.3MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 3MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 5MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 8MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 9MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 10MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 3MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 5MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 10MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 14MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 18MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2000X Magnification with Polarization and 20MP Back-Lit USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 1.3MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 3MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 5MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 8MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 9MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 10MP USB 2.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 3MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 5MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 10MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 14MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 18MP USB 3.0 Camera AmScope ME520 Series Infinity-Corrected Darkfield Metallurgical Trinocular Compound Microscope 50X-2500X Magnification with Polarization and 20MP Back-Lit USB 3.0 Camera
Key Features
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included back-illuminated 20MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 1500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included back-illuminated 20MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2000X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included back-illuminated 20MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10MP USB 2.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
- 50X to 2500X magnification with a combination of seven plan-achromatic objective lenses for metallurgical, biological, and darkfield applications.
- A versatile microscope with dual illumination for metals, plastics, and biological samples, with brightfield, darkfield, and reflected-light polarization
- Use a combination of brightfield and simple polarization to bring out complex details such as stress in metal and other materials
- The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates certain optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly-precise images.
- The trinocular head provides a dedicated photo port for adding a camera for recording photos and videos.
- Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included back-illuminated 20MP USB 3.0 camera. Professional microscopy software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provide tools for image processing, measuring, and more.
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 1.3M (1280 x 1024) |
Pixel Size | 3.6µm x 3.6µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.60mm x 3.70mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 1280x1024 26fps @ 640x512 50fps @ 320x256 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1536) |
Pixel Size | 3.2µm x 3.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.55mm x 4.92mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 8fps @ 2048x1536 22fps @ 1024x768 43fps @ 680x510 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 5M (2592 x 1944) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.7mm x 4.28mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.53V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5fps @ 2592x1944 18fps @ 1280x960 60fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 8.8M (3624 x 2448) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.05mm x 4.09mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3264x2448 8fps @ 1600x1200 27fps @ 800x600 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.4" |
Active Pixels | 9M (3488 x 2616) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.82mm x 4.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3488x2616 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3584x2748 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1534) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.51mm x 3.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.9V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 28fps @ 2048x1534 53fps @ 1024x770 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 4.9M (2560 x 1922) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.63mm x 4.23mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.76V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 14.5fps @ 2560x1922 39fps @ 1280x960 101fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.2" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 7.2fps @ 3584x2746 25fps @ 1792x1372 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 13.5M (4096 x 3288) |
Pixel Size | 1.4µm x 1.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.73mm x 4.6mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.724V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 6.2fps @ 4096x3286 21fps @ 2048x1644 53fps @ 1024x822 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 18M (4912 x 3684) |
Pixel Size | 1.25µm x 1.25µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.14mm x 4.61mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5.6fps @ 4912x3684 18.1fps @ 2456x1842 32.2fps @ 1228x922 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included high-resolution 20MP USB3.0 camera. The sensitive back-illuminated sensor is designed for improved low-light imaging, making it suitable for fluorescence and darkfield microscopy. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | Back-illuminated CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1" |
Active Pixels | 20M (5440 x 3648) |
Pixel Size | 2.4µm x 2.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 13.06mm x 8.76mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 462mV @ 1/30s |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 5440x3648, 50fps @ 2736x1824, 60fps @ 1824x1216 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 1X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 1.3M (1280 x 1024) |
Pixel Size | 3.6µm x 3.6µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.60mm x 3.70mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 1280x1024 26fps @ 640x512 50fps @ 320x256 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1536) |
Pixel Size | 3.2µm x 3.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.55mm x 4.92mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 8fps @ 2048x1536 22fps @ 1024x768 43fps @ 680x510 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 5M (2592 x 1944) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.7mm x 4.28mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.53V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5fps @ 2592x1944 18fps @ 1280x960 60fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 8.8M (3624 x 2448) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.05mm x 4.09mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3264x2448 8fps @ 1600x1200 27fps @ 800x600 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.4" |
Active Pixels | 9M (3488 x 2616) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.82mm x 4.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3488x2616 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3584x2748 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1534) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.51mm x 3.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.9V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 28fps @ 2048x1534 53fps @ 1024x770 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 4.9M (2560 x 1922) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.63mm x 4.23mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.76V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 14.5fps @ 2560x1922 39fps @ 1280x960 101fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.2" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 7.2fps @ 3584x2746 25fps @ 1792x1372 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 13.5M (4096 x 3288) |
Pixel Size | 1.4µm x 1.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.73mm x 4.6mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.724V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 6.2fps @ 4096x3286 21fps @ 2048x1644 53fps @ 1024x822 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 18M (4912 x 3684) |
Pixel Size | 1.25µm x 1.25µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.14mm x 4.61mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5.6fps @ 4912x3684 18.1fps @ 2456x1842 32.2fps @ 1228x922 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included high-resolution 20MP USB3.0 camera. The sensitive back-illuminated sensor is designed for improved low-light imaging, making it suitable for fluorescence and darkfield microscopy. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | Back-illuminated CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1" |
Active Pixels | 20M (5440 x 3648) |
Pixel Size | 2.4µm x 2.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 13.06mm x 8.76mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 462mV @ 1/30s |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 5440x3648, 50fps @ 2736x1824, 60fps @ 1824x1216 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 1X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 1.3M (1280 x 1024) |
Pixel Size | 3.6µm x 3.6µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.60mm x 3.70mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 1280x1024 26fps @ 640x512 50fps @ 320x256 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1536) |
Pixel Size | 3.2µm x 3.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.55mm x 4.92mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 8fps @ 2048x1536 22fps @ 1024x768 43fps @ 680x510 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 5M (2592 x 1944) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.7mm x 4.28mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.53V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5fps @ 2592x1944 18fps @ 1280x960 60fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 8.8M (3624 x 2448) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.05mm x 4.09mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3264x2448 8fps @ 1600x1200 27fps @ 800x600 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.4" |
Active Pixels | 9M (3488 x 2616) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.82mm x 4.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3488x2616 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3584x2748 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1534) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.51mm x 3.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.9V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 28fps @ 2048x1534 53fps @ 1024x770 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 4.9M (2560 x 1922) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.63mm x 4.23mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.76V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 14.5fps @ 2560x1922 39fps @ 1280x960 101fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.2" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 7.2fps @ 3584x2746 25fps @ 1792x1372 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 13.5M (4096 x 3288) |
Pixel Size | 1.4µm x 1.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.73mm x 4.6mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.724V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 6.2fps @ 4096x3286 21fps @ 2048x1644 53fps @ 1024x822 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 18M (4912 x 3684) |
Pixel Size | 1.25µm x 1.25µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.14mm x 4.61mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5.6fps @ 4912x3684 18.1fps @ 2456x1842 32.2fps @ 1228x922 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included high-resolution 20MP USB3.0 camera. The sensitive back-illuminated sensor is designed for improved low-light imaging, making it suitable for fluorescence and darkfield microscopy. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | Back-illuminated CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1" |
Active Pixels | 20M (5440 x 3648) |
Pixel Size | 2.4µm x 2.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 13.06mm x 8.76mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 462mV @ 1/30s |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 5440x3648, 50fps @ 2736x1824, 60fps @ 1824x1216 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 1X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 1.3M (1280 x 1024) |
Pixel Size | 3.6µm x 3.6µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.60mm x 3.70mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 1280x1024 26fps @ 640x512 50fps @ 320x256 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1536) |
Pixel Size | 3.2µm x 3.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.55mm x 4.92mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 8fps @ 2048x1536 22fps @ 1024x768 43fps @ 680x510 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 5M (2592 x 1944) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.7mm x 4.28mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.53V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5fps @ 2592x1944 18fps @ 1280x960 60fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 8.8M (3624 x 2448) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.05mm x 4.09mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3264x2448 8fps @ 1600x1200 27fps @ 800x600 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.4" |
Active Pixels | 9M (3488 x 2616) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.82mm x 4.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3488x2616 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3584x2748 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1534) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.51mm x 3.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.9V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 28fps @ 2048x1534 53fps @ 1024x770 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 4.9M (2560 x 1922) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.63mm x 4.23mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.76V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 14.5fps @ 2560x1922 39fps @ 1280x960 101fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.2" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 7.2fps @ 3584x2746 25fps @ 1792x1372 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 13.5M (4096 x 3288) |
Pixel Size | 1.4µm x 1.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.73mm x 4.6mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.724V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 6.2fps @ 4096x3286 21fps @ 2048x1644 53fps @ 1024x822 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 18M (4912 x 3684) |
Pixel Size | 1.25µm x 1.25µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.14mm x 4.61mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5.6fps @ 4912x3684 18.1fps @ 2456x1842 32.2fps @ 1228x922 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included high-resolution 20MP USB3.0 camera. The sensitive back-illuminated sensor is designed for improved low-light imaging, making it suitable for fluorescence and darkfield microscopy. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | Back-illuminated CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1" |
Active Pixels | 20M (5440 x 3648) |
Pixel Size | 2.4µm x 2.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 13.06mm x 8.76mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 462mV @ 1/30s |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 5440x3648, 50fps @ 2736x1824, 60fps @ 1824x1216 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 1X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
camera pixel | N/A |
camera type | N/A |
compatibility | None |
condenser design | Abbe-Rack & Pinion w/ diaphram , Kohler |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Infinity , Achromatic , Plan |
optics m | Infinity , Achromatic , Plan |
product condition | NEW |
specialty | Microscope-Darkfield , Microscope-Metallurgical , Microscope-Polarizing |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 1.3MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 3.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 5.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 8.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 9.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
condenser design | Abbe-Rack & Pinion w/ diaphram , Kohler |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
specialty | Microscope-Darkfield , Microscope-Metallurgical , Microscope-Polarizing |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 10.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 3.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 5.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 10.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 14.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 18.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 20.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | N/A |
camera type | N/A |
compatibility | None |
condenser design | Abbe-Rack & Pinion w/ diaphram , Kohler |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
specialty | Microscope-Darkfield , Microscope-Metallurgical , Microscope-Polarizing |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 1.3MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
condenser design | Abbe-Rack & Pinion w/ diaphram , Kohler |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
specialty | Microscope-Darkfield , Microscope-Metallurgical , Microscope-Polarizing |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 3.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 5.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 8.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Infinity |
optics m | Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 9.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
condenser design | Abbe-Rack & Pinion w/ diaphram , Kohler |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
specialty | Microscope-Darkfield , Microscope-Metallurgical , Microscope-Polarizing |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 10.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 3.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 5.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 10.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 14.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 18.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 20.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-1500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | N/A |
camera type | N/A |
compatibility | None |
condenser design | Abbe-Rack & Pinion w/ diaphram , Kohler |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
specialty | Microscope-Darkfield , Microscope-Metallurgical , Microscope-Polarizing |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 1.3MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 3.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 5.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 8.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 9.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 10.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 3.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 5.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 10.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 14.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 18.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 20.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2000X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | N/A |
camera type | N/A |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | None |
condenser design | Abbe-Rack & Pinion w/ diaphram , Kohler |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
specialty | Microscope-Darkfield , Microscope-Metallurgical , Microscope-Polarizing |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 1.3MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 3.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 5.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 8.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 9.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 10.0MP |
camera type | USB 2.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 3.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 5.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 10.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
category | Microscope-Compound |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 14.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
condenser design | Abbe-Rack & Pinion w/ diaphram , Kohler |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
specialty | Microscope-Darkfield , Microscope-Metallurgical , Microscope-Polarizing |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 18.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
condenser design | Abbe-Rack & Pinion w/ diaphram , Kohler |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
specialty | Microscope-Darkfield , Microscope-Metallurgical , Microscope-Polarizing |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
camera pixel | 20.0MP |
camera type | USB 3.0 |
compatibility | PC & Mac |
condenser design | Abbe-Rack & Pinion w/ diaphram , Kohler |
field view | Extreme Widefield |
illumination style | Incident & Transmitted |
light type | Halogen |
magnification power | 50X-2500X |
microscope optics | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
optics m | Achromatic , Plan , Infinity |
product condition | NEW |
specialty | Microscope-Darkfield , Microscope-Metallurgical , Microscope-Polarizing |
Stage Type | Two-layer Mechanical Stage |
Operating System | Software |
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Windows | v.10.11.2024 |
MAC | AmScopeAmLite_20240408.dmg |
SDK | TPG SDK (Optional) v.03.11.2024 |
Linux | AmScopeAmLite_x64_x84_20231115.tar |
AmScope products are warranted against manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship from the original date of purchase, for the following years:
• Five Year Warranty for Microscopes: All our microscopes come with a five (5) year factory warranty against manufacturing defects, covering labor and parts.
• Ten Year Warranty for Euromex Microscopes: All our Euromex microscopes come with a ten (10) year factory warranty against manufacturing defects, covering labor and parts.
• One Year Warranty for Telescopes: All our telescopes come with a one (1) year warranty, except when specified in the description.
• One Year Warranty for Accessories: All our microscope accessories (USB cameras, illuminators, illumination, dust covers, and etc.) come with a one (1) year warranty, except when specified in the description.
• One Year Warranty for Items labeled as “Product Ships From Manufacturer”: All products that are shipped directly from the manufacturer come with a one (1) year warranty, except when specified in the description.
Warranty does not apply for consumable accessories and parts such as bulbs, batteries, fuses, cords, optical components or any add-on accessories such as mechanical specimen holders that are not built into the microscope stage as an integral part of the original manufacture, etc. Warranty does not cover microscopes, lenses cameras or other accessories that have become inoperable due to dirt or damage due to misuse or lack of maintenance.
Note: Buyers are responsible for return shipping and handling cost for warranty services. Our warranty covers parts and labor only.
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 1.3M (1280 x 1024) |
Pixel Size | 3.6µm x 3.6µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.60mm x 3.70mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 1280x1024 26fps @ 640x512 50fps @ 320x256 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1536) |
Pixel Size | 3.2µm x 3.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.55mm x 4.92mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 8fps @ 2048x1536 22fps @ 1024x768 43fps @ 680x510 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 5M (2592 x 1944) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.7mm x 4.28mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.53V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5fps @ 2592x1944 18fps @ 1280x960 60fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 8.8M (3624 x 2448) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.05mm x 4.09mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3264x2448 8fps @ 1600x1200 27fps @ 800x600 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.4" |
Active Pixels | 9M (3488 x 2616) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.82mm x 4.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3488x2616 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3584x2748 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1534) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.51mm x 3.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.9V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 28fps @ 2048x1534 53fps @ 1024x770 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 4.9M (2560 x 1922) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.63mm x 4.23mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.76V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 14.5fps @ 2560x1922 39fps @ 1280x960 101fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.2" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 7.2fps @ 3584x2746 25fps @ 1792x1372 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 13.5M (4096 x 3288) |
Pixel Size | 1.4µm x 1.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.73mm x 4.6mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.724V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 6.2fps @ 4096x3286 21fps @ 2048x1644 53fps @ 1024x822 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 18M (4912 x 3684) |
Pixel Size | 1.25µm x 1.25µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.14mm x 4.61mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5.6fps @ 4912x3684 18.1fps @ 2456x1842 32.2fps @ 1228x922 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X eyepieces, six unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included high-resolution 20MP USB3.0 camera. The sensitive back-illuminated sensor is designed for improved low-light imaging, making it suitable for fluorescence and darkfield microscopy. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | Back-illuminated CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1" |
Active Pixels | 20M (5440 x 3648) |
Pixel Size | 2.4µm x 2.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 13.06mm x 8.76mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 462mV @ 1/30s |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 5440x3648, 50fps @ 2736x1824, 60fps @ 1824x1216 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 1X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 1.3M (1280 x 1024) |
Pixel Size | 3.6µm x 3.6µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.60mm x 3.70mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 1280x1024 26fps @ 640x512 50fps @ 320x256 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1536) |
Pixel Size | 3.2µm x 3.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.55mm x 4.92mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 8fps @ 2048x1536 22fps @ 1024x768 43fps @ 680x510 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 5M (2592 x 1944) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.7mm x 4.28mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.53V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5fps @ 2592x1944 18fps @ 1280x960 60fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 8.8M (3624 x 2448) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.05mm x 4.09mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3264x2448 8fps @ 1600x1200 27fps @ 800x600 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.4" |
Active Pixels | 9M (3488 x 2616) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.82mm x 4.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3488x2616 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3584x2748 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1534) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.51mm x 3.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.9V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 28fps @ 2048x1534 53fps @ 1024x770 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 4.9M (2560 x 1922) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.63mm x 4.23mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.76V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 14.5fps @ 2560x1922 39fps @ 1280x960 101fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.2" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 7.2fps @ 3584x2746 25fps @ 1792x1372 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 13.5M (4096 x 3288) |
Pixel Size | 1.4µm x 1.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.73mm x 4.6mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.724V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 6.2fps @ 4096x3286 21fps @ 2048x1644 53fps @ 1024x822 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 18M (4912 x 3684) |
Pixel Size | 1.25µm x 1.25µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.14mm x 4.61mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5.6fps @ 4912x3684 18.1fps @ 2456x1842 32.2fps @ 1228x922 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 15X eyepieces, twelve unique magnifications are available from 50X to 1500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included high-resolution 20MP USB3.0 camera. The sensitive back-illuminated sensor is designed for improved low-light imaging, making it suitable for fluorescence and darkfield microscopy. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 15X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | Back-illuminated CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1" |
Active Pixels | 20M (5440 x 3648) |
Pixel Size | 2.4µm x 2.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 13.06mm x 8.76mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 462mV @ 1/30s |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 5440x3648, 50fps @ 2736x1824, 60fps @ 1824x1216 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 1X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 1.3M (1280 x 1024) |
Pixel Size | 3.6µm x 3.6µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.60mm x 3.70mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 1280x1024 26fps @ 640x512 50fps @ 320x256 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1536) |
Pixel Size | 3.2µm x 3.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.55mm x 4.92mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 8fps @ 2048x1536 22fps @ 1024x768 43fps @ 680x510 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 5M (2592 x 1944) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.7mm x 4.28mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.53V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5fps @ 2592x1944 18fps @ 1280x960 60fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 8.8M (3624 x 2448) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.05mm x 4.09mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3264x2448 8fps @ 1600x1200 27fps @ 800x600 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
|
Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.4" |
Active Pixels | 9M (3488 x 2616) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.82mm x 4.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3488x2616 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3584x2748 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1534) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.51mm x 3.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.9V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 28fps @ 2048x1534 53fps @ 1024x770 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 4.9M (2560 x 1922) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.63mm x 4.23mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.76V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 14.5fps @ 2560x1922 39fps @ 1280x960 101fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.2" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 7.2fps @ 3584x2746 25fps @ 1792x1372 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 13.5M (4096 x 3288) |
Pixel Size | 1.4µm x 1.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.73mm x 4.6mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.724V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 6.2fps @ 4096x3286 21fps @ 2048x1644 53fps @ 1024x822 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 18M (4912 x 3684) |
Pixel Size | 1.25µm x 1.25µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.14mm x 4.61mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5.6fps @ 4912x3684 18.1fps @ 2456x1842 32.2fps @ 1228x922 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 20X eyepieces, eight unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2000X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included high-resolution 20MP USB3.0 camera. The sensitive back-illuminated sensor is designed for improved low-light imaging, making it suitable for fluorescence and darkfield microscopy. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 20X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | Back-illuminated CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1" |
Active Pixels | 20M (5440 x 3648) |
Pixel Size | 2.4µm x 2.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 13.06mm x 8.76mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 462mV @ 1/30s |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 5440x3648, 50fps @ 2736x1824, 60fps @ 1824x1216 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 1X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 1.3MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 1.3M (1280 x 1024) |
Pixel Size | 3.6µm x 3.6µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.60mm x 3.70mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 1280x1024 26fps @ 640x512 50fps @ 320x256 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1536) |
Pixel Size | 3.2µm x 3.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.55mm x 4.92mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.0V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 8fps @ 2048x1536 22fps @ 1024x768 43fps @ 680x510 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 5M (2592 x 1944) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.7mm x 4.28mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.53V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5fps @ 2592x1944 18fps @ 1280x960 60fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 8MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 8.8M (3624 x 2448) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.05mm x 4.09mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3264x2448 8fps @ 1600x1200 27fps @ 800x600 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 9MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.4" |
Active Pixels | 9M (3488 x 2616) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.82mm x 4.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3488x2616 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB2.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 1.9fps @ 3584x2748 8fps @ 1744x1308 27fps @ 872x654 |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 3.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.37X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/3" |
Active Pixels | 3M (2048 x 1534) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 4.51mm x 3.37mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.9V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 28fps @ 2048x1534 53fps @ 1024x770 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.37X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 5.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.5" |
Active Pixels | 4.9M (2560 x 1922) |
Pixel Size | 2.2µm x 2.2µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.63mm x 4.23mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 1.76V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 14.5fps @ 2560x1922 39fps @ 1280x960 101fps @ 640x480 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 10.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.2" |
Active Pixels | 10.6M (3854 x 2748) |
Pixel Size | 1.67µm x 1.67µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.99mm x 4.59mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.31V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 7.2fps @ 3584x2746 25fps @ 1792x1372 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 14.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 13.5M (4096 x 3288) |
Pixel Size | 1.4µm x 1.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 5.73mm x 4.6mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 0.724V/Lux-sec |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 6.2fps @ 4096x3286 21fps @ 2048x1644 53fps @ 1024x822 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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Packing List:
The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included 18.0MP USB3.0 camera. The C-mount camera is specially designed for use with microscopes, allowing you to watch live images, and to record photos or videos on your computer. This ability to view microscopic images on your computer reduces eye-strain, and allows groups of people to view images at the same time. The USB 3.0 connection provides greater bandwidth for faster frame-rates. A 0.5X reduction lens is included for use with 23mm-30.5mm ports to capture more of the microscope's field-of-view. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1/2.3" |
Active Pixels | 18M (4912 x 3684) |
Pixel Size | 1.25µm x 1.25µm |
Active Sensor Area | 6.14mm x 4.61mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 5.6fps @ 4912x3684 18.1fps @ 2456x1842 32.2fps @ 1228x922 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 0.5X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
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The ME520T is a highly versatile microscope for materials inspection using transmitted and reflected light. Primarily designed as an upright metallurgical microscope, the high-power 100W epi-illumination system can be used for brightfield, darkfield, and basic polarized-light. Wafer inspection and metallographic applications will greatly benefit from the illumination modes. The addition of transmitted lighting provides even more flexibility for biological specimens, or backlighting hollow or porous materials. This instrument will be indispensable in any biology, medical, or materials lab.
Viewing Head
The microscope's head is designed for precision and comfort. The super-widefield optics provide a larger field-of-view so you can see more specimen at any magnification. Compensation-free Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment allows any user to properly align the oculars without readjusting focus. For users with astigmatism or asymmetrical vision, the left ocular can be adjusted to fine-tune focus. The photo port is equipped with a 23mm tube for attaching cameras with compensating lenses, and is height-adjustable to match focus with the eyepieces. The port is compatible with our YX series C-mount adapters which can attach directly to C-mount cameras without a compensating lens – ideal for 1” format sensors. The head is set to a 30° incline which is ideal for viewing from a standing position, and it can be rotated 360°.
Optics
The infinity-corrected optical system eliminates optical errors when using filters and other in-line components, ensuring highly precise images. This is important to guarantee optical resolution and field-flatness when using the episcopic illuminator and any additional filtering.
The quintuple objective turret has three RMS objective mounts and two M25 mounts for BD brightfield/darkfield objective lenses. Five RMS lenses are included for transmitted or reflected lighting ranging from 5X to 100X. 10X and 20X BD lenses are included for use with brightfield and darkfield reflected lighting for extreme versatility. With the 10X and 25X eyepieces, ten unique magnifications are available from 50X to 2500X. The turret's reversed orientation provides more working room above the stage. These high-quality lenses are achromatically corrected to improve resolution and color accuracy, with planatic flat-field correction to provide edge-to-edge sharpness.
The Stage
The 3-layer mechanical stage provides smooth and precise movement for examination of specimen slides, with a large translation range for viewing larger samples. The stage's low-position controls are conveniently placed near the coaxial focus knobs for a streamlined workflow. Examining specimens is intuitive and precise for users at any skill level. Symmetrical focus controls are coaxially mounted for fast, intuitive focusing. A height limit can be set to prevent contact damage, as well as presetting optimal focus distance.
Koehler Episcopic Illumination
The episcopic illuminator provides 100W of incandescent light, with field and aperture diaphragms for precise control of contrast. Proper adjustment will produce even illumination across the field with improved collimation. The optimized brightness and centering will result in consistent lighting for brightfield applications, and critical improvements in darkfield applications.
The microscope is equipped with 10X and 20X BD (brightfield/darkfield) objective lenses which double as darkfield condensers when using reflected lighting. A slider on the front of the illuminator lets you quickly switch between brightfield and darkfield modes, allowing you to highlight different details.
The illuminator is also equipped with a polarizer and analyzer for even more flexibility. Reflected polarized-lighting will pronounce details in a range of materials and microelectronics, particularly those with birefringent components.
Koehler Transmitted Illumination
Built on Koehler illumination principals, the sub-stage lighting provides evenly-distributed light for optimal contrast. The rear-mounted halogen light-source provides 100 CRI illumination with ample brightness for contrast-enhancement methods like darkfield. The lower color temperature of the halogen light-source causes less eyestrain compared to high-Kelvin LED. The light condenser uses a swing mechanism for optimized lighting at both high and low magnifications, with a NA0.25 setting for full coverage at extremely low magnifications. An iris diaphragm allows you to adjust the aperture to optimize contrast and depth-of-field. The condenser holder uses rack-and-pinion height adjustment for precision control, and is centerable for proper alignment. The condenser is top-mounted for easier replacement when working with additional condensers. The illuminator's field lens provides an iris diaphragm to control light-spread, optimizing contrast and definition in specimen features.
Digital Imaging
Monitor and capture photos and videos with the included high-resolution 20MP USB3.0 camera. The sensitive back-illuminated sensor is designed for improved low-light imaging, making it suitable for fluorescence and darkfield microscopy. Our professional software for Windows provides a wide assortment of capture and photo-editing functions including color correction, time-lapse capture, image stitching, and a full complement of measuring tools. A lite version of our software is available for Mac and Linux with essential functionality for capturing photos and videos.
Specifications
Optical System | Infinite-conjugate | ||||||
Reference Focal Length | 200mm | ||||||
Head | Trinocular, 30° incline, 360° rotatable | ||||||
Interpupillary Adjustment | Siedentopf compensation-free gemel, 48-75mm | ||||||
Ocular Diameter | 30mm | ||||||
Ocular Diopters | left ocular | ||||||
Eyepieces | 10X eyepiece with reticle 10X, 25X |
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Photo Port | height-adjustable YX series, 23mm tube mount | ||||||
Objective Lenses | Infinity-corrected | ||||||
Objective Parfocal Distance | 45mm | ||||||
Objective Mounting Thread | 3 x RMS 20.32mm, 2 x M25 | ||||||
Objective Turret | Reverse quintuple, ball-bearing movement | ||||||
Focusing System | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, tension control | ||||||
Focus Range |
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Stage Design | Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper | ||||||
Stage Dimensions | 186mm x 138mm | ||||||
X-Y Translation Range | 74mm x 50mm | ||||||
Transmitted Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Episcopic Illumination | 100W halogen, continuous-adjustment, rear-mount housing with aspherical collector | ||||||
Condenser | NA0.9/0.25 achromatic swing condenser with iris diaphragm | ||||||
Sub-stage Condenser-holder | rack and pinion | ||||||
Power | 100-240VAC 50/60Hz wide-band | ||||||
Objective Lenses
This microscope includes seven objective lenses for metallurgical and biological applications. Two lenses are designated as BD, which can be used for reflected-light darkfield.
Brightfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
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5X | Plan-achromatic | 0.12 | 15.5mm | — | RMS |
50X | Plan-achromatic | 0.75 | 0.32mm | 0 | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 0.80 | 2mm | 0 | RMS |
Brightfield/Darkfield Metallurgical Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
10X | Plan-achromatic | 0.25 | 10mm | 0 | M25 |
20X | Plan-achromatic | 0.40 | 4.3mm | 0 | M25 |
Transmitted-light Objective Lenses | |||||
Magnification | Corrections | NA | Working Distance | Cover-glass Thickness | Mount |
40X | Plan-achromatic | 0.65 | 0.54mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
100X | Plan-achromatic | 1.25 | 0.13mm | 0.17mm | RMS |
Camera Specifications | |
Sensor Type | Back-illuminated CMOS |
Sensor Optical Format | 1" |
Active Pixels | 20M (5440 x 3648) |
Pixel Size | 2.4µm x 2.4µm |
Active Sensor Area | 13.06mm x 8.76mm |
Shutter | electronic rolling shutter |
Sensitivity | 462mV @ 1/30s |
Spectral Response | 380-650nm with IR-cut filter |
Capture Resolution and Maximum Framerate | 15fps @ 5440x3648, 50fps @ 2736x1824, 60fps @ 1824x1216 |
Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
Lens-mount | C-mount |
Compensating Lens | 1X |
Power | 5VDC over USB |
Software
OS Requirements | Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hardware Requirements | Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM | ||||||||||||||||||
Features |
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