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  • 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 30W 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
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
Travel24mm
Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
Transmitted Illumination 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:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to USB 3.0 type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to USB 3.0 type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to USB 3.0 type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to USB 3.0 type A cable
  • One software CD
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    Stage Type Two-layer Mechanical Stage
    camera pixel 10.0MP
    camera type USB 2.0
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    compatibility PC & Mac
    field view Extreme Widefield
    illumination style Incident & Transmitted
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    microscope optics Achromatic , Plan , Infinity
    optics m Achromatic , Plan , Infinity
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    specialty Microscope-Darkfield , Microscope-Metallurgical , Microscope-Polarizing
    Stage Type Two-layer Mechanical Stage

    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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to USB 3.0 type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 15X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to USB 3.0 type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 20X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to USB 3.0 type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB Type B to USB type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.37X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One 0.5X reduction lens
  • Two sizing adapters
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to type A cable
  • One software CD
  • 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 30W 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
    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
    Travel24mm
    Coarse Stroke37.7mm per rotation
    Fine Stroke0.1mm per rotation
    Stage Design Three-layer mechanical stage with caliper
    Stage Dimensions 186mm x 138mm
    X-Y Translation Range 74mm x 50mm
    Transmitted Illumination 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+
    Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM
    Features
    Windows Version
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Time-lapse capture
    Exposure and white-balance controls
    Dark-field correction
    Digital binning
    Image processing
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
    Segmentation and counting tools
    Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
    Fluorescence color-mapping
    Mac/Linux Versions
    Live video preview
    Captures still images and video
    Exposure control
    Color adjustment
    Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons

    Packing List:

  • One trinocular microscope head
  • One microscope body
  • One episcopic illuminator
  • Two light housings
  • Three brightfield metallurgical objective lenses: 5X, 50X, 100X
  • Two brightfield/darkfield metallurgical objective lenses: 10X, 20X
  • Two brightfield transmitted-light objective lenses: 40X, 100X
  • One pair 10X eyepieces
  • One pair 25X eyepieces
  • One set polarizer and analyzer
  • Two lamp bulbs
  • Two spare fuses
  • One dust cover
  • One sample immersion oil
  • One C-mount USB camera
  • One USB 3.0 Type B to USB 3.0 type A cable
  • One software CD
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