This dual power stereo microscope provides you with either 20x or 40x magnification by simply rotating the 2x/4x objective turret. Use it to look at tiny water protozoa, mineral crystals, insects, and more. Things take on a new aspect under low-power magnification! Microscope features include a fixed stereo head for 3D unreversed viewing, dependable rack and pinion focusing, and top and bottom tungsten lighting to give you the best view of specimens. 13" tall. Home Science Tools model with lifetime warranty. Ages 10 & up.
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This stereo microscope can be used for a wide range of applications:
At home or in the classroom to examine leaves, insects, rocks, etc.
Industrial purposes such as circuit board inspection & repair
By collectors to view coins, stamps, and rocks up close
As a dissection scope to get a closer look at organs, etc.
Binocular fixed head features left diopter (±5 diopters) and 55-75mm interpupillary adjustment to compensate for differences between your eyes
Rotating turret has dual 2x and 4x objectives (for 20x and 40x magnification); change magnification by rotating the objective turret 180° to positive click stops
Objectives are parcentered, parfocalled, and achromatic to prevent color distortion and stay in focus when you switch magnification levels
Heavy-duty rack and pinion focusing, with slip clutch and tension adjustment
Working distance is 55mm and maximum specimen height is 55mm on-stage; post-mount design allows use with larger specimens to approximately 120mm off-stage
95mm reversible black/white contrast stage plate (black for light objects) and 95mm translucent plate (use with bottom lighting)
Locked on stage clips
Top and bottom high-intensity lighting are both standard 10-watt tungsten with rotary switch that allows top lighting, bottom lighting, or both top and bottom lighting simultaneously
Rugged cast aluminum base and frame, stands 13" tall
Includes operating instructions, rubber eyeshields, a dust cover, and replacement bulb
Sort Reviews:Newest | Oldest | Highest Rating | Lowest Rating - Wednesday, September 05, 2012 great scope Reviewed By: Andrea Quality scope, even better than I expected. I wish I would have purchased this sooner. My upper elementary kids love it, but it would work well for 1st graders, too. The adults are also enjoying it.
- Saturday, September 01, 2012 Perfect for the young scientist ! Reviewed By: JIm We purchased this microscope some time ago and it has seen constant use. Our young scientist will find specimens in the backyard for investigation. We purchased an imager to go along with the microscope and it has been very handy. The stereo vision is perfect for young kids.
- Thursday, December 08, 2011 Fantastic! Reviewed By: Leah Bought for dissections, but even a penny is fascinating in this microscope!
- Saturday, September 03, 2011 Great Reviewed By: Bethany We love this stereo microscope. It is perfect for looking at objects. We've looked at everything from our skin to flowers to insects. We highly recommend this microscope. Even if you have a compound microscope this is a must have!
- Wednesday, October 20, 2010 WOW!!!!!! AMAZING Scope!!! Reviewed By: Annie from Canada Hi! We just received our our Stereo Microscope today, and the kids have not stopped "Oooooooooooooooing" and "Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwing" over all that they have brought in to the house to examine!!!!
I'm not sure we'll be getting any other school done today :)
This microscope is extremely sturdy and well constructed. I was AMAZED at the quality. Best of all it is extremely easy to use.
We will be using this scope A LOT. I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone looking for a scope. We were even able to view some prepared slides.
This has added yet another dimension of excitement and curiousity to our homeschool. Our kids LOVE to explore and learn.
Thank you HomeScienceTools for yet another AMAZING product that I KNOW will bring many many many hours of enjoyment. Now if I could get a turn using it......that is the challenge now ;)
- Tuesday, October 12, 2010 Great educational product Reviewed By: Julie of KY I love this microscope. My only regret is that I didn't buy it years ago. It , has been fascinating for the kids to use to study bugs, leaves, crystals, and dollar bills among other things. We will be using this for years to come. It is easy to use and my young kids can be independent with it.
- Thursday, September 09, 2010 Electronics Application Reviewed By: Andrew Woodard It's been some years since I bought this product, so this review isn't a leap to judgment. I bought this device to help perform PC board rework where I had to be able to see INSIDE plated through-holes on very densely populated boards. This stereo microscope performed equally as well as scopes priced at $900 and higher. Thanks to Home Science Tools for an outstanding product line! This is the best deal I've gotten on service equipment in the 30+ years I've been in the field.
- Sunday, August 09, 2009 Can't Walk Away From It! Reviewed By: LABOhio There is no reason to compare this 20/40 stereo scope with any other, even to the university grade high power unit I received in the 1960's. It had all the extras, but if I had to choose, this is the one! The first day was spent looking at three different spiders, (watched some eggs hatching), beetles, a locust coming out of the shell, butterflies, ditch water, and more. Whether for basic lab use or home schooling, this is the one to own.
It's possible to view live specimins, but be sure to order at least one package of plastic petri dishes. They are an absolute must for this puropse. Also, a dissecting kit, or at least forceps and probes should be considered. And, if live specimins are to be preserved, jars and dispatching needs are required. Be prepared when this unit arrives, as the young ones will have to fight the adults for use of this scope.
- Tuesday, July 28, 2009 Really nice! Reviewed By: Tom I'm a biology major at Fort Lewis College in Durango Colorado. I've been in several chem and bio labs and used $3000 to $5000 dollar microscopes. This scope is sooo worth the price. I've had a ball with it this summer.
Sincerely,
Tom
Bionerd ha ha
- Monday, January 19, 2009 Expensive - But Worth It! Reviewed By: Debbie Hinks We kept putting this purchase off due to the cost. But, the more children I had, the more I saw a need for this in our science program. We have a nice microscope, but students of all ages - especially the kindergarten/elementary age have a better grasp of magnification when you start with seeing a 'large item' such as a hair, an insect, etc magnified maybe 20X or 40X, and then go to the 100X maginification of the microscope. We leave this out all the time and is fun to use :-) And that is a great teaching goal - science in everyday life!
- Sunday, December 28, 2008 Stereo Microscope 20/40x
It is difficult to buy a microscope over the internet because the quality can be difficult to judge without getting your hands on it and looking through it. Fortunately we took the plunge and bought this microscope. It was well worth the money. This is one item where it is important not to buy an inferior product. We began looking at rocks, leaves, flowers, etc immediately after it arrived. My 6 and 7 year old boys loved it. They immediately picked up on how to use it and how to handle it properly. I expected to get one eventually and I'm glad that we didn't wait because we will get more use out of it now. We're very happy with the easy of use and the quality of the images.
- Saturday, December 20, 2008 stereo microscope 20/40x Reviewed By: Pavel S I use expensive microscopes at work and know what really good optics is like. This little instrument is of terrific quality, and well worth its price. It far exceeded my expectations. Don't be tempted by 200-500 power toy microscopes. This one is a real learning tool, and will delight you and your children for a very long time.
- Saturday, September 06, 2008 Stereo Microscope Deluxe Reviewed By: Mary Ward What a great teaching tool! We waited for years to own one of these and I can't believe how many times I wished I owned one. We keep it out so we can quickly examine even bread crumbs! A great way to increase curiosity and knowledge even among junior high and senior high kids. Worth every penny!
- Wednesday, July 09, 2008 Stereo Microscope Reviewed By: Hal Whiting This arrived today. My kids will not let me use it. They are both so involved in looking at their mineral samples with it. They even have the neighbor kids over looking at stuff. This is one of the nicest and easiest to use microscopes I have seen. The optics are excellent. We are not going to be looking for molecules with it but it is incredible for examining plants, minerals, dirt, bugs, dollar bills, and everything else they can find to go under it. Way to go Home Science Tools!!!
- Tuesday, June 03, 2008 20/40 stereo microscope Reviewed By: Kit Cessna A little more money than I was origionaly planning to spen but worth every penny. What a tool. All of the kids love it.
- Monday, February 04, 2008 Definitely not a toy! Reviewed By: Deidre Webb This cost more than most student microscopes, but is well worth the investment. It is very heavy-duty and easy to use. My kids will be using this for years to come.
- Friday, October 12, 2007 Stereo Microscope 20/40X
We LOVE this stereoscope! We are able to take even the seemingly ugliest things (dead grasshopper, mold, etc.) and see the beauty of God's creation through a keener eye. It is a perfect addition to our education.
- Thursday, January 04, 2007 microscope Reviewed By: Gary Blaney it is fun to look at all sorts of things underneath this fine microscope
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