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How to Find the Perfect

Microscopes

When it comes to finding the

perfect microscopes for your lab,

you could get easily confused as

there are so many types of

models available. Whether you

need the instrument for

educational, industrial, medical

or laboratory purposes, you

need to know about the various

features and capabilities of the different types of

models available to choose the right option.

Choosing the Right Microscope

Microscopes are generic lab instruments which serve

the needs of various types of users. They are quite

unlike other laboratory instruments such as

analyzers, spectrophotometers or centrifuges which

meet a specific purpose. If you are a student who

intends to use a microscope for study purposes, you

should look for an educational microscope. Medical

and research lab professionals should examine the

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wide range of laboratory microscopes to find the

right ones for their needs. The instruments for

laboratory purposes can be further categorized into

fluorescence microscopes, stereo inspection scopes,

zoom binocular microscopes. Each type comes with

different features and uses.

Regardless of the purpose, take the following points

into consideration when purchasing a microscope:

Durable Construction

If you want your lab equipment to stand the test of

time, you have to make sure that you invest in a

quality microscope with a durable construction. A

sturdy well-built frame and minimal vibration and

fluctuation are qualities you should be looking for.

Right Optics

Though the lenses are the most important part of the

microscope, they are just the part of the whole

package. Without a quality focus system even a

great lens is worthless. Some questions you can ask

while looking at lens specification are: Is it color

corrected (achromatic)? What is the optical

distortion level and whether it will obstruct your

work? Can the lens be easily replaced if damaged?

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Choice of Resolution

Microscope resolution is the ability to see close but

separate points as distinct. In other words, the

resolution refers to the sharpness or the detail of the

object magnified. Based on your requirements you

should select the right resolution needed for your

work. Typically a higher power objective of a

particular grade will show greater detail than a lower

powered one.

Appropriate Lighting

Along with a good optics and resolution, what is

essential to catch the detail of object under scrutiny

is the lighting. The lighting systems on scopes today

have undergone a sea change. There are different

types of lighting available such as tungsten,

fluorescent, LED, and halogen.

Additional components which you should consider

looking into when purchasing a microscope are its

diaphragm, condenser, and filter holder and stage

slide holders.

Buying perfect microscopes are all about finding the

right tool for your specific purpose. The best way to

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go about it is to find a reliable supplier of laboratory

equipment that offers quality models from industry

leaders such as LW Scientific and Unico. The right

dealer will provide guidance to choose from the vast

range of options available.

About Author

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supplier based in New York. We have an extensive

selection of laboratory microscopes from the

industry's most respected manufacturers.

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