STEREO MICROSCOPES
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Stereo microscopes, also called dissecting
microscopes, are really two compound
microscopes which focus on the same point from slightly different
angles. This allows the specimen to be viewed in three
dimensions. As opposed to compound microscopes, the image is
upright and laterally correct (not upside down and backwards). Stereo microscopes are relatively low power compared
with compound microscopes, usually below 100x. They can have a
single fixed magnification, several discrete magnifications, or a zoom
magnification system. Working distance is much longer than with
a typical compound microscope as well, allowing work to be done on the
specimen while it is being observed through the microscope (hence the
name "dissecting microscope"). Many stereo microscopes
are modular in design allowing a variety of stands, eyepieces,
objectives, and lighting techniques to be implemented depending on the
intended use. Below are several examples of stereo- microscopes.
The lighting used for each example is noted below the photo.
Common reflected light sources are shown at the bottom of the
page. Please contact
us to discuss which combination is best for your application.
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The microscope(s) below have been
selected from our extensive inventory as examples of the type of instruments we sell.
Martin
Microscope is not necessarily an authorized dealer for all products
shown. Price is
listed for reference only and is subject to change without notice -
please contact us for complete
specifications, current price and
availability. The images to the right were actually taken through
the microscopes pictured using one of our recommended digital
cameras.
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Leica M125 Trinocular Zoom Stereomicroscope with Ergonomic Tilting Head
& Brightfield/ Darkfield Fiberoptic Transmitted Light
Base
Zoom Range: 8x to 100x
NEW: $14,000.00
Premium research microscope.
Requires additional illuminator for
reflected light...
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Transmitted Light Darkfield
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Meiji RZ Trinocular Zoom Stereomicroscope with Ergonomic Tilting Head
& Custom PKL2 LED Transmitted Light Stand
Zoom Range: 7.5x to 75x
NEW: $7,000.00
UPGRADE to new RZ-APO!
Requires additional illuminator for
reflected light...
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Transmitted Light Brightfield
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Meiji EMZ5 Zoom Stereo on PLS2 Dual Illumination
LED Stand
Zoom Range: 7x to 45x
NEW: $1,795.00
Trinocular version: $2,095.00
Narrower base than the PKL2 provides a better fit for microscope
shelves or carrying cases. Top recommendation for college &
university biology labs.
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Built-in LED Light
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Meiji EMZ13TR Trinocular Zoom Stereo on
PK Stand
Zoom Range: 10x to 70x
NEW: $1,895.00
Requires illuminator...
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Dual Arm Fiberoptic
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Meiji EMZ13TR Trinocular Zoom Stereo on
S4200 Boom Stand
Zoom Range: 10x to 70x
NEW: $2,095.00
Shown with optional Lumenera Infinity2-1C Digital Camera and
Schott ACE fiberoptic ring light. Price as shown: $4,500.00
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Image taken with Infinity camera
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Meiji EMZ12TR Trinocular
Zoom Stereo with Fiberoptic Near Vertical Illuminator on TLB Stand
Zoom Range: 4x to 25x
NEW: $2,999.00
This is basically a table-top surgery microscope. Ideal for seeing in dark holes like the pen cap pictured.
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Built-in Near Vertical Illumination
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Motic SMZ168BP Zoom Stereomicroscope
Zoom Range: 7.5x to 50x
with plain stand (shown): $925.00
with Dual LED Stand: $1,150.00
This is a great choice in a sub $1,000.00 price range.
Good for removing splinters among other things!
Requires illuminator...
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Dual Arm Fiberoptic
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Motic K400 Stereomicroscope
4 Power: 6x, 12x, 25x, 50x
NEW: $1,075.00
Looks like a Wild M5A doesn't it?
It's a Chinese copy, but not bad for the money. Accessories like drawing tubes
(see below) and auxiliary lenses are inter- changeable
with Wild/Leica.
Requires illuminator...
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Dual Arm Fiberoptic
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Motic K400 Stereomicroscope with drawing
device.
4 Power: 6x, 12x, 25x, 50x
NEW: $1,330.00
A very economical stereo with drawing device! Mosquito
image is my poor attempt at scientific illustration, but not too bad for
a beginner...
Requires illuminator...
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Dual Arm Fiberoptic
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Motic DSK500 Dual Viewing Stereomicroscope
with Illuminated Pointer.
5 Power: 6x, 10x, 16x, 25x, 40x
NEW: $3,000.00
The best deal going on a dual head stereoscope!
Requires illuminator...
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Dual Arm Fiberoptic
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Martin DSMZ6 Dual View Stereomicroscope with Illuminated
Pointer. Zoom Range: 6.3x to 40x
NEW: $4,654.00
Same as Motic DSK500, but with LEICA zoom optics! Other zoom
configurations are also available.
Requires illuminator...
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Wild M5 Stereomicroscope
4 Power: 6x, 12x, 25x, 50x
USED: $2,700.00
First introduced in 1958, and still in demand! Limited
Availability.
Requires illuminator...
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Dual Arm Fiberoptic
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Bausch & Lomb Stereozoom 7 Stereomicroscope
Zoom Range: 10x to 70x
USED: $1,500.00
Trinocular version with new phototube available: $2,500.00
Requires illuminator...
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Dual Arm Fiberoptic
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American Optical Cycloptic Stereomicroscope w/15x Eyepieces
Three Power: 10x, 20x, 40x
USED: $400.00
This was the first AO stereo model with a "common main
objective" - hence the name "Cycloptic." A real
workhorse, and a fine microscope.
Requires illuminator...
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Single Arm Fiberoptic
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Meiji SKT2BT Student
Stereomicroscope
Two Powers: 10x & 30x
NEW: $395.00 (includes built-in illumination top &
bottom)
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Built-in Reflected Light
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