The AmScope B100-E2 digital compound binocular microscope has a 2.0MP camera, a pair of 10x widefield eyepieces, a forward-facing nosepiece with four DIN achromatic objectives, Brightfield (BF) illumination from a 20W tungsten bulb, a 1.25 NA Abbe condenser, and a fixed stage. The integrated 2.0MP CMOS sensor has a USB 2.0 output to capture or display still or video images on a computer or projector. The binocular viewing head has a pair of 10x widefield eyepieces and sliding head to adjust inter-pupillary distance, a fixed 45-degree vertical inclination to reduce eye and neck strain, and a 360-degree rotation capability to provide a more comprehensive view and enable sharing. The sliding head has an adjustable inter-pupillary distance of 55 to 75mm. The forward-facing nosepiece has 4x, 10x, 40xR, and 100x (oil) DIN achromatic objectives that provide color correction of magnified images. The 40xR objective is spring loaded to prevent slide damage when focusing. The 100x oil objective provides increased resolution over a standard objective. A digital compound microscope is used for inspection and dissection specimens when two-dimensional images are desired, and where image capture, detailed records, or documentation is required.
The microscope includes a 2MP camera that has a CMOS color sensor for displaying still and video images, or streaming live video to a computer or projector. The camera is compatible with Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. The camera includes a Windows-only compatible image capture and editing software package that provides still image and live video capture and editing. The software supports JPG, TIF, GIF, PSD, WMF, and BMP file formats. Editing features include stitching, EDF (extended depth of field), note insertion, and adding shapes and watermarks.
The microscope has lower (diascopic) Brightfield illumination that transmits light up through the specimen for enhanced visibility of translucent and transparent objects. Brightfield (BF) illumination allows the specimen to absorb light, resulting in a dark image on a light background. Tungsten (incandescent) illumination provides bright light. The 1.25 NA Abbe condenser can be adjusted to control the distance of the light from the stage and has an iris diaphragm to optimize the amount of light illuminating the specimen. The plain stage has an opening for light transmission, and stage clips to secure the slide or specimen in place while viewing. Separate coarse and fine focus knobs speed focusing. The enamel-coated cast-steel body is durable and resistant to stains and corrosion.
SpecificationsHeadCompound binocularEyepiecesWF 10xObjectives4X, 10x, 40xR, 100x (oil)StagePlain stage with clipsLighting configurationTransmitted (bottom)Condenser1.25 NA AbbeDiaphragmIrisLight source20W TungstenIllumination typeBrightfieldPower110V, 220V
Camera SpecificationsResolution2.0MP (1600 x 1200 effective pixels)Image typeStill and live videoFile formatsJPG, TIF, GIF, PSD, WMF, BMPSensorCMOSMounting size23mmCamera typeBrightfieldComputer connectionUSB 2.0SoftwareWindowsCompatibilityWindows XP, Vista, 7, and 8; Linux; and Mac OS X
Microscopes are instruments used to enhance the resolution of an object or image. Types include compound, stereo, or digital. Compound microscopes use a compound optical system with an objective lens and an eyepiece. Stereo microscopes show object depth in a three-dimensional image. Digital microscopes are used to display an image on a monitor, rather than looking through a lens. Microscopes can have monocular (one), binocular (two), or trinocular (three) eyepieces, with varying magnification abilities. Magnification ability refers to the size of an image. Resolution, also known as resolvant power, refers to the clarity of the image. The interaction between field of view (FOV), numerical aperture (NA), and working distance (WD) determines resolution. Microscopes can control magnification through a fixed focus, or through a range of adjustments. They can also utilize LED, fluorescent, and mirror light sources to help control viewing capabilities. Microscopes are widely used in education, lab research, biology, metallurgy, engineering, chemistry, manufacturing, and in the medical, forensic science, and veterinary industries.
United Scope manufactures microscopy equipment and accessories under the brand name AmScope. The company, founded in 1996, is headquartered in Irvine, CA.
What's in the Box?B100 microscope with plain stage
(4) DIN Standard Objectives; 4x, 10x, 40xR, and 100x (oil)
10x widefield eyepieces, one pair
(2) Color filters, green and blue
2.0MP camera
0.5x reduction lens
USB 2.0 cable
Software CD, Windows-compatible
Wrench
Dust cover
One replacement bulb
Immersion oil, one bottle
Instructions