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Stereo Dissecting Microscope

Microscopes come in many forms and types. Gone are the days when the only terms related to the microscope are the electron and the compound microscopes. Today, there are numerous kinds and you don't even know what each is really used for. You can't even differentiate one type from another.

To clear that clutter on your mind, let's get a few things straight.

First, the modern microscope can be classified according to compound or stereo. The compound microscope uses only one eye-piece (that cylindrical part of the microscope that you put your eyes on to see the specimen being examined). On the other hand, the stereo microscope uses two optical paths and has the ability to give you a 3D image. It is for this reason that this kind of modern microscope is very popular in surgery and in dissecting objects and even machine tools.

Second, there are two frame types of the modern microscope: the upright microscope and the inverted microscope. For you to have a clearer understanding on the difference of the two, you must be familiar with the major parts of the microscope first.

* The Illumination system - this refers to the group of parts that gives lighting to the specimen. This group includes the lamp, the condenser, the diaphragms (or pinhole apertures) and the rheostat, among others.

* The Stage - this is where the specimen rests. Usually, the specimen is held in place and moved with the use of clips and a micromanipulator, respectively.

* The Lens system- these are the group of parts responsible in forming the image. This includes the eyepiece, objective lenses, tube and the nosepiece (the mount that holds several objective lenses).

To distinguish an upright from an inverted microscope, you only need to remember the placement of the three major microscope parts mentioned above. The upright microscope is your standard view of a microscope: on top is the lens system, followed by the stage, and then the illumination system. The inverted microscope, on the other hand, has the reverse sequence. You have the illumination system on top, then the stage, followed by the lens system.

Does an inverted microscope make sense? At the outset, the idea might seem ridiculous. But upon careful consideration, you'd realize how useful an inverted microscope is.

This kind of frame is very useful in examining a specimen that's either too large or too heavy. Yes, an inverted microscope would come in handy if you want to study cells in suspension. This is because the lenses are closer to the bottom of the specimen - where the cells are. Thus, it makes more sense to make use of an inverted microscope rather than an upright microscope in this scenario.

Microscopes - just like cameras - use accessories too. Among the widely used accessories are: the Epi-fluorescent attachment kit, a mechanical case, or even a microscope case. These make your microscope become more powerful (just when you think they could not get any more powerful, huh?).

So there you are, a little clarification about the many terms related to the microscope. To review, the modern microscope can be classified as either stereo or compound. But in relation to frame types, only two words must come to mind: upright and inverted. Easy enough, right?

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AmScope 10X-20X-40X Binocular Dissecting Stereo Microscope for Students and Hobbyists $140.12 This stereo microscope offers 10X, 20X and 40X magnification settings. It comes with an arm stand, built-in incident and transmitted lighting systems. It is a perfect instrument for viewing insects, plants, rocks, stamps, jewel and so on. It is an ideal family microscope. This microscope is brand new in original box. Its retail value is above $650. Type: Microscopes

AmScope 20X-40X-80X Binocular Dissecting Stereo Microscope for Students and Hobbyists $140.12 This stereo microscope offers 20X, 40X and 80X magnification settings. It comes with an arm stand, built-in incident and transmitted lighting systems. It is a perfect instrument for viewing insects, plants, rocks, stamps, jewel and so on. It is an ideal family microscope. This microscope is brand new in original box. Its retail value is above $650. Type: Microscopes

AmScope 20X-30X-40X-60X Binocular Dissecting Stereo Microscope for Students and Hobbyists $137.18 This stereo microscope offers 20X, 30X, 40X and 60X magnification settings. It comes with an arm stand, built-in incident and transmitted lighting systems. It is a perfect instrument for viewing insects, plants, rocks, stamps, jewel and so on. It is an ideal family microscope. This microscope is brand new in original box. Its retail value is above $650. Type: Microscopes

Student Forward Binocular Stereo Microscope 20X-40X $117.58 This stereo dissecting microscope offers 20x and 40x magnifications. It comes with a pillar stand, built-in incident and transmitted lighting systems. It is a perfect instrument for viewing insects, plants, rocks, stamps, coins, jewel and so on. Type: Microscopes

C A Scientific SMJ Series Stereo Microscope $236.93 Stereo Microscopes offer an unreversed upright image at lower power. Essentially designed for use in dissecting or examining gems plants insects or virtually any threedimensional specimen. Precision optics provide a wide field of view with good depth and high resolution. Rugged metal contrustion assures years of service at an economical price. These microscopes can be useful in many industrial applications as well as for educational purposes. Features: Stand with 45 degree inclined binocular stereo head Pair of 10X widefield eyepieces with rubber eyeguards and a diopter adjustment for separate focusing Choice of objective 1X 2X 3X or 4X Alternate power objectives may be purchased separately Total magnification 10X 20X 30X or 40X A reversible black and white 60mm stage plate with stage clips Incident top illumination 10W Halogen lamp Vinyl Dust cover spare bulb Size Dimensions 4.5 x 7.5 x 12 inches CE Certified

Barska 7x-45x Stereo Microscope $893.57 Get a close up inspection with this Barska stereo microscopeMicroscope can be used for scientific analysis in the medical fieldMicroscope is also great for looking at coins or electronic circuitsConstructed with high quality optical glassEquipped with transmitted illumination featureMulti-magnification zoom optionEasy out-of-the- box set-upEase of use features makes it an ideal microscope for any school or college studentTwo separate light paths in this microscope (as opposed to a single light path in a compound microscope), which results in a true stereo, three dimensional (3-D) image of the specimen or objectBuilt-in coarse and fine focus adjustmentsBinocular lenses allow the user to observe using both eyes. Amazing 7x-45x zoom magnificationFeatures 10x wide field eyepieceAdjustable interpupillary distance between 55mm-75mmHead rotates 360 degreesTransmitted and oblique illuminationCoarse and fine focus adjustmentsAll metal constructionIncludes 12-volt 10-watt spare bulb, 2A 250-volt spare fuse, 110-volt power cord, two specimen plates, lens cleaning tissue and plastic dust cover

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Binocular Stereo Microscope (20x, 40x) $518.75 This model is a fixed power stereo microscope with 20x, 40x magnifications. Constructed with two separate light paths which results in a true stereo, or three dimensional (3-D) image of the specimen. Within the objective lens of this microscope you will find two lenses (one for each path of light) side-by-side. The optical design parameters of a stereo microscope limit its 3-D effects to low powers only.This type of microscope features a large stage for closer viewing of the non-microscope world. Items such as insect parts, plant and flower parts, fossils, stamps, coins, PC boards, material surfaces, etc, and does not need to be mounted on a slide. For comfort these microscopes have an adjustable interpupillary distance between 55 mm - 75m. You'll be amazed to see how ordinary household objects look through these microscopes. Out-of-the-box setup and ease of use features makes this microscope ideal for any school or college student.20x, 40x Magnification10x Wide field eyepieceHead rotates 360 degreesTransmitted and Oblique illuminationCoarse adjustmentsIncludes spare bulb and fuse, power cord, specimen plate and plastic dust cover

Trinocular Stereo Microscope (20x, 40x) $609.4 This model is a fixed power stereo microscope with 20x, 40x magnifications. Constructed with two separate light paths which results in a true stereo, or three dimensional (3-D) image of the specimen. Within the objective lens of this microscope you will find two lenses (one for each path of light) side-by-side. The optical design parameters of a stereo microscope limit its 3-D effects to low powers only.This type of microscope features a large stage for closer viewing of the non-microscope world. Items such as insect parts, plant and flower parts, fossils, stamps, coins, PC boards, material surfaces, etc, and does not need to be mounted on a slide. For comfort these microscopes have an adjustable interpupillary distance between 55 mm - 75m. You'll be amazed to see how ordinary household objects look through these microscopes. Out-of-the-box setup and ease of use features makes this microscope ideal for any school or college student.20x, 40x Magnification10x Wide field eyepieceHead rotates 360 degreesTransmitted and Oblique illuminationCoarse adjustmentsIncludes spare bulb and fuse, power cord, specimen plate and plastic dust coverTrinocular tube for viewing or can be used with an adapter for digital imaging

AmScope Stereo Microscope Focusing Rack $87.22 This is a focus rack for major brand stereo microscopes like Olympus, Nikon, Zeiss, Leica, etc. It comes with ball bearing and 3" (76mm) diameter of annular ring that holds microscope head. It is brand new in factory sealed box. Type: Microscopes

Celestron 44202 Advanced Stereo Microscope $385.47 This stereo microscope offers a great value. The rigid pillar stand has a 360deg; rotatable binocular head which is inclined at 45deg; for comfortable viewing or sharing your views without moving the microscope. Top and bottom halogen illumination combined with the wide field eyepieces allows for excellent viewing of your specimen or object. Features:. 20x Power and 40x Power Stereo. Binocular Head 360deg; Rotatable. Set of 10x Wide Field Eyepieces. 2x and 4x Objective Lenses. Fully Coated Glass Optics. Five Prepared Slides. Top and Bottom Halogen Illumination. Stage Plate Black/White and Frosted/Opaque. Working Distance 110 mm (4.33 ).

AmScope 3.0 Megapixel Microscope Color Digital Camera USB2.0 $129.98 This is a 3.0 Mega pixel high resolution USB2.0 color digital image system. It captures microscope images and displays live video on your PC screen. It offers full-screen display and the same resolution as your computer screen. This microscope image system comes with a 3.0 Mega pixel digital camera, user-friendly software, compatible with Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7, and adapters for microscopes. You can edit microscope images on your computer or email them to your friends or colleagues. You can make real time video or capture still images and save them as BMP, TIFF, JPG, PICT, PTL or other files. You can also make measurement across microscope images for distance, angle, area, and etc. The digital camera has a built-in reduction lens and offers the same field of view images on your PC screen as that seen through eyepieces. This color digital image system fits all monocular, binocular, trinocular, stereo, dissecting and other microscopes. Unbeatable lowest price is guaranteed! Type: Microscopes

AmScope Student Forward Binocular Stereo Microscope 10X-15X-30X-45X $137.18 This stereo microscope offers 10X, 15X, 30X & 45X magnifications. It comes with a pillar stand, built-in incident and transmitted lighting systems. It is an ideal microscope for students to learn science. It is a perfect instrument for viewing insects, plants, rocks, stamps, coins, jewel and so on. It is an ideal family microscope. This microscope is brand new in original box. Its retail value is above $700. Type: Microscopes

AmScope Student Forward Binocular Stereo Microscope 10X-20X-30X-60X $136.96 This stereo microscope offers 10X, 20X, 30X & 60X magnifications. It comes with a pillar stand, built-in incident and transmitted lighting systems. It is an ideal microscope for students to learn science. It is a perfect instrument for viewing insects, plants, rocks, stamps, coins, jewel and so on. It is an ideal family microscope. This microscope is brand new in original box. Its retail value is above $600. Type: Microscopes

AmScope Student Forward Binocular Stereo Microscope 5X-10X-15X-30X $140.12 This stereo microscope offers 5X, 10X, 15X & 30X magnifications. It comes with a pillar stand, built-in incident and transmitted lighting systems. It is an ideal microscope for students to learn science. It is a perfect instrument for viewing insects, plants, rocks, stamps, coins, jewel and so on. It is an ideal family microscope. This microscope is brand new in original box. Its retail value is above $600. Type: Microscopes

BINO STEREO MICROSCOPE, 20X, 40X $249.99 20x, 40x Stereo Microscope Binocular, Adjustable interpupillary distance between, 10x Wide Field Eyepiece, Head Rotates 360°, Transmitted and Oblique Illumination, Coarse Adjustment, Includes Spare Bulb and Fuse, Power Cord, Specimen Plate and Plastic Dust Cover. Barska's 1-Yr Limited Warranty Specifications: Model # AY11228 Microscope Type Stereo Magnification 20x 40x Objective Lens 2x, 4x Eyepiece System WF10x, 20mm Adjustment Knob Coarse Working Distance 90mm Body Material Aluminum Alloy & Copper Weight 11lbs Included Accessories Spare Bulb, Fuse, Power Cord and Plastic Dust Cover Warranty 1 Year Limited Warranty

BINO ZOOM STEREO MICROSCOPE 7X-45X $429.99 Binocular Zoom Stereo Microscope, 7x- 45x, Head rotates 360° 10x Wide field eyepiece. Trasmitted and oblique illumination, coarse adjustments, interpupilary adjustment. Includes spare bulb, fuse, power cord specimen plate and Plastic Dust Cover, Barska's 1-Yr Limited Warranty Specifications: Model # AY11232 Microscope Type Stereo Magnification 7x-45x Objective Lens 0.7x-4.5x Eyepiece System WF10x, 20mm Adjustment Knob Coarse Working Distance 95mm Body Material Aluminum Alloy & Copper Weight 11 lbs Included Accessories Spare Bulb and Fuse, Power Cord, Specimen Plate and Plastic Dust Cover Warranty 1 Year Limited Warranty

TRI ZOOM STEREO MICROSCOPE 7X-45X $479.99 Trinocular Zoom Stereo Microscope, 7x- 45x, Zoom Magnification, Trinocular tube for viewing or can be used with an adapter for digital imaging, Adjustable interpupiliary distance, 10x Wide Field Eyepiece, Head Rotates 360°, Transmitted and Oblique Illumination, Coarse Adjustments, Includes Spare Bulb and Fuse, Power Cord, Specimen Plate and Plastic Dust Cover, Barska's 1-Yr Limited Warranty Specifications: Model # AY11234 Microscope Type Stereo Magnification 7x-45x Objective Lens 0.7x-4.5x Eyepiece System WF10x, 20mm Adjustment Knob Coarse Working Distance 95mm Body Material Aluminum Alloy & Copper Weight 13 lbs Included Accessories Spare Bulb and Fuse, Power Cord, Specimen Plate and Plastic Dust Cover Warranty 1 Year Limited Warranty

20x40 Binocular View Stereo Microscope $519.5 You will be amazed to see how ordinary household objects look through a binocular view microscopeOptical equipment is widely used in various applicationsMicroscope features two separate light paths resulting in a true stereo, 3-D image Can be used for analysis of electronic components, coins, insects, plants and advanced medical or biological specimen researchDual lenses of this microscope allow the user to observe using both eyesConstructed with high quality optical glass and equipped with transmitted illumination featureEasy out-of-the-box set-upEase of use features makes it an ideal microscope for any school or college student20x, 40x magnification10x wide field eyepiece2x, 4x objectivesAdjustable interpupillary distance is 55 mm - 75mmHead rotates 360 degreesTransmitted and oblique illuminationCoarse and fine focus adjustmentsAll metal constructionIncludes 12-volt 10-watt spare bulb, 2A 250-volt spare fuse, 110V power cord, 2 specimen plates, plastic dust cover, lens cleaning tissueMeasures 15 inches long x 10.5 inches wide x 10 inches deep

TRI STEREO MICROSCOPE, 20X, 40X $289.99 Trinocular Stereo Microscope, 20x, 40x, Trinocular tube for viewing or can be used with an adapter for digital imaging, Adjustable interpupillary distance, 10x Wide Field Eyepiece, Head Rotates 360°, Transmitted and Oblique Illumination, Coarse Adjustment, Includes Spare Bulb and Fuse, Power Cord, Specimen Plate and Plastic Dust Cover. Barska's 1-Yr Limited Warranty

AmScope Stereo Microscope Focusing Rack with Pin-Tail $87.22 This is a heavy-duty pin-tail focus rack for major brand stereo microscopes. It comes with a 3" (76mm) diameter of annular ring that holds microscope head. It is brand new in factory sealed box. Type: Microscopes

AmScope 20X-40X Stereo Microscope with Dual Halogen Lights $225.38 This is a top-class binocular stereo microscope with 20X and 40X magnification settings. It incorporates all the most excellent features of a high quality laboratory instrument. Designed to meet the demands of modern professional microscopy applications, this microscope exceeds all expectations. The versatile illumination system with the microscope provides both incident (top) lighting and transmitted (bottom) lighting with intensity controls. The top lighting shining down onto objects is used for the observation of surface details and fine structures of three-dimensional objects. The transmitted illumination through the frosted stage plate is for the observation of the objects that allows light to get through them, like slides, diamond and etc. This microscope provides super widefield optics, high resolution and good depth within a broad field of view. With super widefield eyepieces, it provides crystal clear images and large working distance. The 45 degree inclined binocular and high-eye-point design ensure Type: Microscopes

AmScope Student Forward Binocular Stereo Microscope 10X-20X-40X $140.12 This binocular pillar-stand stereo microscope offers three magnification powers, 10X, 20X & 40X. It comes with a versatile illumination system that provides both incident (top) lighting and transmitted (bottom) illumination. You can choose between incident illumination shining down onto the object or transmitted illumination through the frosted stage plate. The first is used for the observation of three-dimensional objects and the second for the observation of slides. This microscope offers high resolution and good depth within a broad field of view. It gives sharp clear stereo images. Its 45 degree inclined binocular head ensures an easy observation and rubber eye-guards provide further comfort. Type: Microscopes

AmScope Student Forward Binocular Stereo Microscope 20X-30X-40X-60X $137.18 This binocular pillar-stand stereo microscope offers four magnification powers, 20X, 30X, 40X & 60X. It comes with a versatile illumination system that provides both incident (top) lighting and transmitted (bottom) illumination. You can choose between incident illumination shining down onto the object or transmitted illumination through the frosted stage plate. The first is used for the observation of three-dimensional objects and the second for the observation of slides. This microscope offers high resolution and good depth within a broad field of view. It gives sharp clear stereo images. Its 45 degree inclined binocular head ensures an easy observation and rubber eye-guards provide further comfort. Type: Microscopes

AmScope Student Forward Binocular Stereo Microscope 20X-40X-80X $137.18 This binocular pillar-stand stereo microscope offers three magnification powers, 20X, 40X & 80X. It comes with a versatile illumination system that provides both incident (top) lighting and transmitted (bottom) illumination. You can choose between incident illumination shining down onto the object or transmitted illumination through the frosted stage plate. The first is used for the observation of three-dimensional objects and the second for the observation of slides. This microscope offers high resolution and good depth within a broad field of view. It gives sharp clear stereo images. Its 45 degree inclined binocular head ensures an easy observation and rubber eye-guards provide further comfort. Type: Microscopes

AmScope 7X-45X Trinocular Zoom Stereo Microscope Head $284.18 This is a 7X-45X zoom magnification trinocular stereo microscope head. It includes a pair of super widefield high-eyepoint 10X eyepieces and foldable eyeguards. It comes with 45-degree inclined 30mm eyetubes with diopter. Its trinocular port enables to add photo or video capability. The microscope provides sharp clear erect stereo images over a large zoom magnification range. Its super widefield optics and high-eyepiont design ensure an easy and comfortable observation. This microscope head fits all the stands with a 3" (76mm in diameter) O-ring holder. It is made by the same technicians and on the same production line that makes optical instruments for Leica, Zeiss, Nikon and Olympus. It is brand new in factory box. Its retail value is $950. Type: Microscopes

AmScope 3.5X-180X Trinocular Zoom Stereo Microscope Head $362 This is a 3.5X-180X zoom magnification trinocular stereo microscope head. It includes two Barlow lenses (0.5X & 2.0x), two pairs of super widefield high-eyepoint eyepieces (10X & 20X) and foldable eyeguards. It comes with 45-degree inclined 30mm eyetubes with diopter. Its trinocular port enables to add photo or video capability. The microscope provides sharp clear erect stereo images over a large zoom magnification range. Its super widefield optics and high-eyepiont design ensure an easy and comfortable observation. This microscope head fits all the stands with a 3" (76mm in diameter) O-ring holder. It is made by the same technicians and on the same production line that makes optical instruments for Leica, Zeiss, Nikon and Olympus. It is brand new in factory box. Its retail value is $1250. Type: Microscopes

AmScope 7X-90X Trinocular Zoom Stereo Microscope Head $293.98 This is a 7X-90X zoom magnification trinocular stereo microscope head. It includes a 2.0X Barlow lens, a pair of super widefield high-eyepoint 10X eyepieces and foldable eyeguards. It comes with 45-degree inclined 30mm eyetubes with diopter. Its trinocular port enables to add photo or video capability. The microscope provides sharp clear erect stereo images over a large zoom magnification range. Its super widefield optics and high-eyepiont design ensure an easy and comfortable observation. This microscope head fits all the stands with a 3" (76mm in diameter) O-ring holder. It is made by the same technicians and on the same production line that makes optical instruments for Leica, Zeiss, Nikon and Olympus. It is brand new in factory box. Its retail value is $1050. Type: Microscopes

AmScope 3.5X-90X Trinocular Zoom Stereo Microscope Head $312 This is a 3.5X-90X zoom magnification trinocular stereo microscope head. It includes two Barlow lenses (0.5X & 2.0X), a pair of super widefield high-eyepoint 10X eyepieces and foldable eyeguards. It comes with 45-degree inclined 30mm eyetubes with diopter. Its trinocular port enables to add photo or video capability. The microscope provides sharp clear erect stereo images over a large zoom magnification range. Its super widefield optics and high-eyepiont design ensure an easy and comfortable observation. This microscope head fits all the stands with a 3" (76mm in diameter) O-ring holder. It is made by the same technicians and on the same production line that makes optical instruments for Leica, Zeiss, Nikon and Olympus. It is brand new in factory box. Its retail value is $1050. Type: Microscopes

AmScope 7X-180X Trinocular Zoom Stereo Microscope Head $312 This is a 7X-180X zoom magnification trinocular stereo microscope head. It includes a 2.0X Barlow lens, two pairs of super widefield high-eyepoint eyepieces (10X & 20X) and foldable eyeguards. It comes with 45-degree inclined 30mm eyetubes with diopter. Its trinocular port enables to add photo or video capability. The microscope provides sharp clear erect stereo images over a large zoom magnification range. Its super widefield optics and high-eyepiont design ensure an easy and comfortable observation. This microscope head fits all the stands with a 3" (76mm in diameter) O-ring holder. It is made by the same technicians and on the same production line that makes optical instruments for Leica, Zeiss, Nikon and Olympus. It is brand new in factory box. Its retail value is $1050. Type: Microscopes

Barska 20X 40X Trinocular View Stereo Microscope $602.63 Microscope is constructed with high quality optical glassMicroscope can be used in various applications from analysis of electronic components to advanced medical researchEase of use features makes it an ideal microscope for any school or college studentEquipped with transmitted illumination featureEasy out-of-the-box set-upTwo separate light paths in this microscope results in a true stereo, three dimensional image of the specimen or objectBuilt-in coarse and fine focus adjustmentsThe trinocular (or third) lens can be used for digital imagery or second-party viewing and demonstrationHead rotates 360 degreesTransmitted and oblique illumination20X, 40X magnification10X wide-field eyepieceAdjustable interpupillary distance between 55 mm and 75 mmAll metal constructionIncludes 12-volt 10-watt spare bulb, 2A 250-volt spare fuse, 110-volt power cord, 2 specimen plates, lens cleaning tissue and plastic dust cover