Nikon - Labophot-2 Microscope

Applications & Use Cases

• Quality control and inspection in manufacturing and research.
• Biological and medical research for cell and tissue analysis.
• Material science for examining surface structures and defects.
• Educational institutions for teaching microscopy techniques.
• Forensic analysis for examining evidence.

Typical Specifications

Microscope Type

Typically an upright brightfield/darkfield microscope, often with phase contrast capabilities.

Magnification Range

Commonly features objectives providing magnifications from 4x to 100x, with 10x eyepieces for a total magnification up to 1000x.

Illumination

Typically uses a halogen lamp (e.g., 6V 20W or 12V 50W) for transmitted light, often with adjustable intensity.

Stage Type

Usually equipped with a mechanical stage for precise X-Y specimen movement.

Focus Mechanism

Features coaxial coarse and fine focus knobs for precise focusing.

Power Supply

Operates on standard laboratory mains power, typically 230V, 50Hz in the UK.

Footprint

For this class of equipment, the footprint is typically around 250mm x 300mm, with a height of approximately 400mm.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What kind of samples can a Labophot-2 microscope typically view?

  This type of microscope is well-suited for viewing transparent or semi-transparent samples on slides, such as biological cells, tissue sections, and certain material science specimens.

• Can this microscope be used for digital imaging?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used Labophot-2?

• Are spare parts and accessories readily available for this model?

• What is the typical lifespan of the illumination lamp?