COARSE FOCUS CONTROL
The larger focus control knob located on either side of the microscope which facilitates rapid
and heavy movement of the focusing mechanism. In order to prevent gear damage, the focus
control is equipped with a slip clutch that allows slippage at both ends of the focusing range.
MECHANICAL STAGE
An alternative to stage clips is a mechanical stage. A mechanical stage holds the slide in
place, allowing the user to move the slide on any x/y axis through the manipulation of two
control knobs or a coaxial control mechanism.
STAGE CLIPS
A pair of flexible metal clips attached by spring screws that hold the slide in position on the
stage.
NOSEPIECE
The revolving turret that holds the objective lenses, permitting changes in magnification by rotating
different powered objective lenses into the optical path. The nosepiece must “click” into place for
the objectives to be in proper alignment.
OBJECTIVES
The DIN objectives are standard in the industry, with large numerical aperture (N.A.) to
permit maximum resolution. All objectives are color-coded and parfocaled at a 45mm
distance. The 40X and the 100X are sealed to keep oil residue from seeping into the objec-
tive. These two objectives have a spring loaded tip to prevent accidental breakage of either
the slide or front lens of the objective if they should come into contact with each other.
IRIS DIAPHRAGM
A round multi-leaf device mounted below the condenser which is controlled by a lever. It is
similar to a camera shutter and controls the amount of light entering the condenser, allowing
the user to control contrast.
ILLUMINATOR
The built-in light source which provides the optical system with light. SILVER150 Series uses
an energy efficient LED which can last up to 50,000 hours of use before replacement.
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