Hund Wetzlar - H600/12 Microscope

This listing is for the Hund Wetzlar H600/12 Microscope

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The Hund Wetzlar H‑600 series is a line of high-quality laboratory upright compound microscopes manufactured by Helmut Hund GmbH, a German optical instrument maker that later absorbed the traditions of Will Wetzlar—a well-respected older Wetzlar-based manufacturer

These microscopes are tailored for laboratory, educational, clinical, and research use. They are known for their robust mechanical build, ergonomic design, and optical clarity—making them reliable and long-lasting instruments

Key Features Across H‑600 Variants

Here’s a breakdown of typical configurations and options in the H‑600 series:

Feature

Stand & Mechanics Solid cast‑iron tripod, coaxial coarse/fine focusing (fine ~2 µm), 160 × 130 mm mechanical stage, 5‑position ball‑bearing nosepiece

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Optics & Contrast Methods Supports brightfield, darkfield, phase contrast, and select models include incident fluorescence illumination

Tube & Eyepieces Binocular tube, typically 30° viewing angle, with wide-field eyepieces (e.g., 10×/18 or 10×/20)

Objectives Plan or achromatic objectives: 10×, 20×, 40× phase, and 100× oil immersion (numerical apertures e.g., 0.65, 1.25)

Illumination Integrated 12 V / 30 W halogen lamp with continuous brightness control; some models also include HBO fluorescence or LED options

Accessories Often include centering keys, filter sliders, spare bulbs/fuses, dust covers, and optional filters or conversion accessories

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