The VE-M3 microscope is specially designed for educational purposes. Ideal for application in sciences at the basic and intermediate levels. It is a fully portable device thanks to its rechargeable batteries, which allow 40 continuous hours of operation on a single charge. It includes a rear cable-winding reel for the power adapter and LED lighting which prevents the unit from heating up. Recommended for educational use that does not require comprehensive observations such as viewing the basic elements of a cell, samples of plant tissues, protozoa, filamentous fungi, etc. This microscope uses a WF 10X/18 mm with block screw eyepiece. The monocular head is 45° inclined and 360° rotatable. It has a triple nosepiece with click-stops. The objectives are 4X, 10X and 40X, achromatic optics with color ring for easy identification. The stand is stative, robust and reinforced with epoxy paint finish. The flat stage is 4.72” x 4.72” with two object clips and height adjustment. Coarse anti-slip control knobs allow you to make minor adjustments as you focus on your sample. The microscope is powered by three 1.2V AA rechargeable batteries (included) for 40 hours of continuous operation. 110-240, 50/60 Hz.