Monocular Microscope-Educational
Lead Time: 3-4 Weeks
Monocular compound microscopes are widely used by students for viewing thin, transparent specimens like cells and bacteria because they are cost-effective, simple to use, and offer high magnification (typically up to 1000x). They are essential for hands-on learning in biology and general science education. Monocular Microscope-Educational
Key Features for Student Use
Monocular Microscope-Educational
When selecting a monocular microscope for a student, prioritize durability, ease of use, and quality optics to ensure a valuable learning experience.
Magnification: A range of 40x to 400x is sufficient for general use, with up to 1000x useful for advanced high school or college studies of bacteria and cell structures.
Optics: Choose microscopes with all-glass, high-quality optics (achromat objectives are common) to ensure clear, sharp images. Avoid plastic lenses, which result in poor image quality.
Build Quality: A sturdy metal frame is crucial to withstand frequent handling and movement in a classroom or home lab environment. Features like locked-on eyepieces and stage clips help prevent lost parts.
Illumination: LED illumination is highly recommended because it’s energy-efficient, the bulbs last a long time, and they provide bright, consistent, cool light. Dual lighting (top and bottom) is versatile for both transparent and opaque specimens.
Portability/Ergonomics: Many student models feature a 360° rotatable head for shared viewing and a built-in handle for easy transport. Cordless/battery operation is a major plus for field work or moving between classrooms.
Focusing: For older students (middle school and up), models with both coarse and fine focus adjustment knobs provide greater precision. A mechanical stage is also a valuable feature for smooth and precise specimen movement.
Discover the benefits of a monocular microscope for science education and how it enhances optical learning experiences. Monocular Microscope-Science Education
Monocular Microscope, 1000x Double Layer Stage
This double layer monocular microscope uses a halogen lamp for illumination.
The microscope is fitted with four achromatic objectives 4x, 10x, 40x and 100x (oil) that allows for users to magnify the specimen to be magnified 1000x.
The double layer stage allows for ease of movement and the microscope features a coaxial coarse and fine adjustment focusing range of 20mm.
Specifications
Monocular Microscope-Educational
Wide field eyepiece: WF10x
Four achromatic objectives: 4x, 10x, 40x, 100x
Total Magnification: 40x, 100x, 400x, 1000x
Double layer mechanical stage, size: 110 x 125mm
Coaxial coarse and fine adjustment, focusing range 20mm
N.A 1.25 Abbe condenser & Iris diaphragm
6V 20W Halogen Lamp
AC Input 220V
Advanced Microscope with 40x, 100x, 400x and 1000x oil achromatic.
Dimmer lamp, iris diaphragm, fine focusing and rotatable monocular tube.
Monocular Microscope-Educational
