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    Benchtop Microscopes with Digital Imaging

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Microscopes. Benchtop Microscopes with Digital Imaging.
    Don’t strain your eyes and neck bending over your microscope—these microscopes display a magnified image on a computer screen and take high-resolution photos. Just connect the microscope to your PC with a USB cable (not included). Because you can view on a screen, multiple people can see what’s under the microscope at the same time. They include the traditional 10X magnifying eyepiece and a 6-megapixel camera that zooms in to a variety of magnifications.
    With hands-free viewing, you’re able to inspect details, record observations, and modify the object you’re observing. Use the included software to measure lines, circles, and angles of the item you’re viewing—the software stores your measurements too. A built-in LED ring light creates ultra-bright, shadow-free light, so you don't need an external light source. The light can also be adjusted to reduce glare on reflective objects.
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    6.7X to 50X1.35" @ 6.7X
    0.14" @ 50X
    45°AdjustableUpright4 1/2"Fixed11 1/8"8 3/4"11 5/32"1 5/32"Aluminum
    120Straight Blade25Measurement Function, Upper Light22005A49000000000
     

    Compact Illuminated Video Microscopes

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Microscopes. Compact Illuminated Video Microscopes, Handheld, Bench Top.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Microscopes. Compact Illuminated Video Microscopes, Bench Top.

    Bench Top

    Handheld

    Bench Top

    Inspect the finest of details with the smallest of microscopes. While slim and less than six inches long, these microscopes have maximum magnification levels of 200X and above. Connect them to a computer with a USB cord to watch live footage and record photos and videos with the included software. All have a built-in light for clear, shadow-free inspections.
    Handheld and Bench Top—Microscopes that are both handheld and benchtop capable are versatile. When hand-held, you can move them around freely and point them at objects too fragile or heavy to move. When used on a benchtop with the included stand, you can capture clear images at high magnifications.
    700X to 900X Magnification Range—900X magnification microscopes reveal details as minuscule as those on hairs, fibers, and crystals. They should only be used on the included stand.
    Dimmer—Microscopes with a dimmer adjust the brightness of the light and reduce the glare on reflective surfaces.
    Measurement Function—Microscopes with a measurement function determine the size of lines, circles, and angles and store the data on your computer.
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    Handheld, Bench Top
     
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    10X to 200X4.4" @ 10XAdjustableUpright4 3/8"1 5/16"6 1/2"4 3/4"5USB-APC
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    Built-In Light, Dimmer, Measurement Function1058T290000000
    86X to 457X1.97" @ 86XAdjustableUpright5"2 5/16"3 1/8"2USB-APC
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    Built-In Light1058T2800000
     
    Bench Top
     
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    700X to 900X0.25" @ 700XAdjustableUprightAdjustable4 3/4"1 5/16"8 5/8"5 7/8"5USB-A, USB-CPC
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    Built-In Light, Dimmer, Measurement Function1058T11100000000
     

    Portable Benchtop Video Microscopes with Built-In Monitor

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Microscopes. Portable Benchtop Video Microscopes with Built-In Monitor.
    View images and video of extra-small details right from your manufacturing floor without needing an outlet nearby. Great for collaboration, the monitor on these microscopes is big enough for multiple people to see. For larger groups, connect an additional monitor with an HDMI cord (not included) to show what’s under the lens on two screens at once. To save what you’re seeing for later, you can store high-resolution photos and video on the microSD card or transfer it directly to a computer with a USB cord (not included). Use the included computer software to measure lines, circles, and angles of the item you’re viewing—the software stores your measurements too.
    A built-in LED ring light creates ultra-bright, shadow-free light, so you don't need an external light source. The light can also be adjusted to reduce glare on reflective objects.
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    8X to 25X0.641" @ 8X
    0.207" @ 25X
    45°360°AdjustableUpright1 3/4" to 3 3/4"Adjustable8"7 1/2"9"1920 × 1080Digital5"PlasticYesYesMeasurement FunctionRemote Control7608N110000000
     
    Accessories for Microscopes

    Compact Illuminated Microscopes

    Image of Product. 40X Magnification. Front orientation. 40X Magnification. Compact Illuminated Microscopes.
    Image of Product. 60X to 120X Magnification. Front orientation. 60X to 120X Magnification Range. Compact Illuminated Microscopes.
    Image of Product. 25X and 50X Magnification. Front orientation. 25X Magnification. Compact Illuminated Microscopes.

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    Take the powerful magnification of a standard microscope on the go—these microscopes fit in your pocket. To help you see fine details, they come with a bright LED light that illuminates the surface you’re inspecting.
    Adjustable Focus—Microscopes with an adjustable focus let you change their magnification, so you can use one tool for different jobs. The lower the magnification, the larger your field of view; the higher the magnification, the smaller the details you’ll be able to see.
    Fixed Focus—Microscopes with a fixed focus have an internal scale on the eyepiece to precisely measure items up to 4 mm long.
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    60X to 120X0.01" @ 60X
    0.01" @ 100X
    Upright3 5/8"1/2"PlasticBuilt-In LightNoAA11483T3000000
     
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    25X0.13" @ 25XInverted0 to 30.055"1/4"PlasticBuilt-In Light, Internal ScaleYesLR92731452T5200000
    40X0.15" @ 40XInverted0 to 40.15 1/4"1/2"PlasticBuilt-In Light, Internal ScaleNoAA21452T5300000
    50X0.08" @ 50XInverted0 to 20.055"1/4"PlasticBuilt-In Light, Internal ScaleYesLR92731452T5400000
     

    Adjustable-Arm Benchtop Microscopes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Microscopes. Adjustable-Arm Benchtop Microscopes.
    Reposition these microscopes without moving the base. The head rotates 360°. They’re safe to use where electrostatic discharge (ESD) is a concern.
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    7X to 45X1.236" @ 7X
    0.193" @ 45X
    45°360°AdjustableUprightAdjustable31"10"22"0.87"MetalESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Safe0.5X Auxilliary Objective Lens, 10X Eyepiece (Pair)11705T22000000000
     
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    Benchtop 3D Microscopes

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Microscopes. Benchtop 3D Microscopes.
    Image of Product. Objective Lenses. Front orientation. Microscopes. Benchtop 3D Microscopes.

    Objective Lenses

    Now in 3D—where most microscopes only show you a flat image, these microscopes show you a zoomed-in 3D image. Objects under the microscope appear on the eye-level screen in real-time with the same depth perception as if you were looking at them on your desk. Because these microscopes give you a clear view and have ample working distance below the lens, they make a good workstation for finishing small parts.
    Adjustable LEDs with different lighting modes help you customize your view to add contrast where you need it and remove reflections that obscure details. Change your magnification by swapping in a different lens (sold separately). However, keep in mind that the more zoomed in you are, the smaller your field of view is.
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    4X1.14" @ 4X90°FixedUpright4 1/4"Adjustable17 11/16" to 22"16 1/2"11 1/2"Plastic5.5"Straight Blade246035N11000000000
     
    Objective Lenses

    Benchtop Microscopes with Measuring Scale

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Microscopes. Benchtop Microscopes with Measuring Scale.
    Precisely measure while magnifying, these adjustable-focus microscopes have an internal scale. There is a penlight mounted on the base to enhance your view.
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    50X0.141" @ 50XAdjustable0.1 to 100.1Upright2 1/2"8 9/32"23/32"Aluminum
    YesPenlight2158T120000000
    100X0.07" @ 100XAdjustable0.1 to 100.1Upright2 1/2"8 9/32"23/32"Aluminum
    YesPenlight2158T13000000
     

    Compact UV and White Light Video Microscopes

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Microscopes. Compact UV and White Light Video Microscopes.
    Catch defects you’d otherwise miss by switching between UV light and white light. The UV LEDs on these microscopes illuminate fluorescent dyes, particles, and chemicals, making leaks and cracks easy to spot. The white LEDs mimic natural daylight for clear, shadow-free inspections of fine details. If you’re working with reflective surfaces, adjust the brightness of the white light to reduce glare. An alternative to borescopes, they're often squeezed into dark, tight spaces. While slim and roughly 4” long, these microscopes can make objects appear up to 220 times larger.
    Connect them to a computer to watch a live feed of your inspection and record photos and videos with the included software. The software also lets you measure the object you’re viewing.
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    20X to 220X2.34" @ 20XAdjustableUpright4 1/8"1 5/16"1.3USB-A, USB-CPC
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    Built-In Light, Dimmer, Measurement Function5859N11000000000
     

    Benchtop Microscopes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Microscopes. Benchtop Microscopes.
    Illuminate your sample from above, below, or both—these microscopes have an upper and lower light that you can turn on together or separately. They’re safe to use where electrostatic discharge (ESD) is a concern.
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    7X to 45X1.236" @ 7X
    0.193" @ 45X
    45°360°AdjustableUprightFixed11"7"18"0.87"Metal120Straight Blade35ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Safe, Lower Light, Upper Light0.5X Auxilliary Objective Lens, 10X Eyepiece (Pair)11705T2100000000011705T2600000011705T25000000
     
    Accessories for Microscopes

    Benchtop Auto-Focus Video Microscopes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Microscopes. Benchtop Auto-Focus Video Microscopes.
    Save time inspecting parts from different angles—every time you move the part, these microscopes automatically adjust so the image is clear. No fiddling with a lens focus knob. They're especially useful for inspecting one object after another to compare quality. The wide magnification range is great for viewing all kinds of details, from tiny fibers and flecks of dust to cracks and other larger surface flaws. A built-in LED ring light creates ultra-bright, shadow-free light, so you don't need an external light source. Adjust the light to reduce glare on reflective objects.
    Connect these microscopes to a monitor with the included HDMI cord to watch a live feed of your inspection. This setup makes it easy for multiple people to see what’s under the microscope.
    microSD Card Connection—Microscopes with a microSD card connection come with software for taking high-resolution photos and videos on a PC. This software also has tools for measuring the object you’re viewing. Store photos, videos, and measurements in the software or on the microSD card.
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    12X to 132X1.575" @ 12X
    0.142" @ 132X
    AdjustableUpright7/8" to 8 7/8"Adjustable8 5/8"6"11 1/2"Standard HDMI4X Objective Lens, Remote Control6608N12000000000
    13X to 140X1.575" @ 13X
    0.149" @ 140X
    AdjustableUpright7/8" to 8 3/8"Adjustable8 5/8"6"11"microSD CardStandard HDMIMeasurement Function4X Objective Lens, Remote Control6608N1100000000
     
    Accessories for Microscopes

    Benchtop Video Microscopes with Built-In Monitor

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Microscopes. Benchtop Video Microscopes with Built-In Monitor.
    View a live feed of extreme details—from pores in raw materials to connection points on finished parts—right on the screen of these microscopes. These microscopes have an LCD monitor that’s big enough for multiple people to see, making them great for collaboration. For larger groups, connect an additional monitor with an HDMI cord (not included) to show what’s under the lens on two screens at once. With the built-in camera, snap high-resolution photos and record video. These microscopes come with software you can use to measure lines, diameters, and angles of the item you’re viewing on the monitor. Use the included USB flash drive to save photos, videos, and measurements for later or transfer everything to a computer.
    An LED ring light creates ultra-bright, shadow-free light, so you don't need an external light source. Each quadrant of the light is adjustable to help optimize brightness. The light also attaches magnetically for quick removal.
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    21X to 133X0.82" @ 21X
    0.11" @ 133X
    35°AdjustableUpright3 7/8"Adjustable12 3/4"10 1/4"16"1920 × 1080Digital13.3"PlasticMeasurement FunctionRemote Control6392N17000000000
     
    Accessories for Microscopes
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