Stands and Bases

Stands and Bases

The microscope stand is much more than just a platform to place your scope on while you’re using it. It’s true these stands are integral to the operation of a good scope by providing a stable environment to place a stereo microscope, but many stands feature integrated illumination, specimen holders, clear glass stage plates, coarse/fine focus blocks, and graduated scales etched into the base for easy measurement. All of these features are meant to make the business of using your scope easier, more convenient, and make it easier to analyze whatever you’re viewing through the scope.

There are several general microscope stand designs. Many of these make use of a large, sturdy base, designed to rest on a table or desk, with a single pole or arm for mounting your microscope. Most of these mounting points are static, though some may pivot as much as 30 degrees. Other designs with more versatility include the boom or arm stand, where the scope is mounted to an articulated arm. These models often make use of a table clamp instead of using a solid base in order to provide a secure grip.

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Compound Microscope Parts

A high power or compound microscope achieves higher levels of magnification than a stereo or low power microscope. It is used to view smaller specimens such as cell structures which cannot be seen at lower levels of magnification.

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How to Mount Microscope Slides

Before you start building your slides, make sure you have everything you will need, including slides, cover slips, droppers or pipets and any chemicals or stains you plan to use.

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Stereo Microscope Parts

A low power or stereo microscope typically employs objective lenses of 50x or less. It is used to view specimens that are visible to the naked eye such as insects, crystals, circuit boards and coins. A stereo microscope has three key parts:

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