8. Distance
determination
The specimen pivot arm (3.1) can be set to the 90° position perpendicular to the
sample which allows accurate approach to a sample detail along the sample axis.
Distance to the sample can be determined with an eyepiece reticule in conjunction
with the M80 stereo microscope and movable objective adaptor.
8.1
Approaching a specimen target along the longitudinal axis
90° viewing position:
pull the specimen pivot arm (3) to the left and turn it down to the end stop position
(indication mark). This position is useful to align the sample and/or to approach the
sample target.
In this position the location of the area of interest can be observed perpendicular to
the cutting face or sample edge. Accurate approach to the area of interest can be
performed after swivelling back the specimen pivot arm to the processing position
(indication 0).
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