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Student Compound Microscope 40x-1000x, Achromatic Optics, LED, Rechargeable Battery
Student Compound Microscope 40x-1000x, Achromatic Optics, LED, Rechargeable Battery
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Complete student compound microscope kit, the classic 40x/100x/600x/1000x achromatic-optics microscope for university biology, medical school pre-clinical microbiology, high school science, and academic teaching lanes. Metal body with glass achromatic optics (better color-corrected than plastic student units), 4x/10x/40x spring-loaded objectives (spring-loaded protects slide and objective from damage on high mag), H10x and 25x eyepieces (delivering 40x-1000x total magnification), LED illumination with rechargeable battery backup, cardboard carrying case. Includes 50 blank slides and 2 prepared slides to start teaching immediately. CE / UL / ISO conformant. $349 direct, versus $600-$1,500 for Motic / Nikon Eclipse E100 / Leica DM500 student microscopes.
Specifications
| Magnification | 40x / 100x / 600x / 1000x total (via objective × eyepiece combinations) |
|---|---|
| Objectives | 4x / 10x / 40x, spring-loaded (protects slide and objective on high mag focus) |
| Eyepieces | H10x wide-field and 25x super wide-field |
| Optical System | Glass achromatic, color-corrected for two wavelengths |
| Body | Metal construction (not plastic like cheap student units) |
| Illumination | LED, cool-running, long-life |
| Power | 110V / 220V and rechargeable battery (field / off-grid use) |
| Battery Life | ~8-12 hours per charge (typical class period use) |
| Focus | Coaxial coarse and fine focus (standard student layout) |
| Stage | Mechanical stage with X-Y positioning knobs |
| Includes | Microscope, 50 blank slides, 2 prepared slides, LED lamp, power adapter, rechargeable battery and cardboard carrying case |
| Certification | CE · UL · ISO conformities |
| Warranty | 1-year parts and labor |
Applications
- University biology teaching: cell biology, histology, botany, zoology
- Medical school pre-clinical: microbiology, histology, parasitology
- High school and junior college biology: advanced biology and science curriculum
- Nursing programs: patient sample examination, gram staining
- Veterinary teaching: animal tissue and parasitology teaching
- Community college science: biology, micro and histology
- Homeschool and STEM enrichment: home science education
- Research and development labs: routine specimen examination
- International school science labs: biology teaching in emerging markets
Best For
- University biology and medical school teaching lanes
- High school and junior college biology programs
- Nursing and allied health teaching
- Community and rural science education
- Homeschool and STEM enrichment
- International school science labs via DDP
- NGO STEM outreach programs
Buying for a School, University, or STEM Program?
- Volume pricing on 10+ orders, university biology teaching fleets, school district builds
- Net-30 invoicing for verified schools and universities
- SAM.gov / GSA compliant procurement
- Bundle with 50+ prepared slide sets (cell biology, histology, parasitology, botany) for complete teaching lab
- Instructor's guide included on request
- International DDP shipping, huge STEM education growth market globally
- NGO / global education pricing on 20+ unit orders
FAQ
How does this compare to Motic BA210 or Nikon E100?
Feature parity on essentials, 40x-1000x mag range, achromatic optics, spring-loaded objectives, LED illumination. Motic BA210 has slightly better lens coatings and tighter tolerance. Nikon E100 has premium Nikon optics and reputation. Price differential: $349 SciMed vs $700-$1,500 Motic/Nikon. For 90%+ of student teaching applications, SciMed delivers full teaching utility at 25-50% of premium OEM pricing.
Are 50 slides really enough?
50 blank and 2 prepared slides gets students started immediately. For a full year of teaching (30-40 students, weekly labs), you'll want 200-500 additional slides (blank glass slides ~$0.10 each, prepared histology sets $30-60). See our lab supplies catalog for slide bundles.
How long does the rechargeable battery last?
8-12 hours per charge, covers 2-3 typical class periods before recharge needed. Critical feature for schools with unreliable electricity (rural / developing regions).
Difference between H10x and 25x eyepieces?
H10x = 10x standard eyepiece (wide-field, comfortable for extended viewing). 25x = high-magnification eyepiece (used for detailed observation at 1000x). Both included so students can switch between comfort and detail.
User Manual (PDF)
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