- Optical System
- Typically features a brightfield optical system, often with phase contrast or darkfield capabilities available as accessories.
- Magnification Range
- Commonly offers a total magnification range from 40x to 1000x, depending on the objectives and eyepieces fitted.
- Objectives
- Units of this type typically include a revolving nosepiece accommodating 4 or 5 objectives, such as 4x, 10x, 40x, and 100x (oil immersion).
- Illumination
- Often equipped with a built-in halogen or LED illumination system, providing adjustable intensity.
- Stage Type
- Typically features a mechanical stage with X-Y movement for precise sample positioning.
- Power Supply
- For this class of equipment, a standard single-phase electrical supply (e.g., 230V, 50Hz in the UK) is commonly required.
- Footprint
- The footprint for a laboratory microscope of this design is typically compact, suitable for a standard workbench.