Microscopes for Universities and Medical Schools

Microscopes for educational institutions must be user-friendly and facilitate proper interpretation of specimens. This article looks at the main factors that need to be considered when buying microscopes for universities and medical schools.

Microscopes for Students – Points to Consider

Ideally, an educational microscope must offer the following:

• Superior clarity
• Shadow-free illumination
• Versatility
• Wide-field optics
• Flexibility and portability
• Sturdy build to withstand the rigors of daily use
• Comfort and ease of operation
• User-friendly with ergonomically located controls
• Anti-fungal construction
• Proper warranty

It is important laboratory microscopes have a sturdy, well-built frame to minimizes vibration, and experience minimal variation with changes in temperature. Lenses are the most important part of the microscope and they should come with a high quality focal system. A wide-field eye piece is also important – look for one with a considerably large lens opening. This allows easy viewing of the specimen. Medical microscopes with binoculars reduce eye strain and are suitable for systems that will be used for long hours at a stretch. The lighting system is also crucial. There are models that come with tungsten light and those that have a fluorescent lighting system. The latest technology features LED which is very energy efficient. A cordless microscope is portable and offers great convenience as they do not have to be plugged in.

Premium Quality Microscope Models

Some of the top quality microscope models suitable for use in universities and medical schools are:

• LW Scientific Paragon stereoscope on Pole Mount 20X/40X (no light), PAR-24. This model comes with wide-field optics that gather ambient light for use without powered illumination. Its pole mount base ensures flexibility and portability. With its fluorescent and LED ring light options, the Paragon offers a 360 degree flood of light for shadow-free illumination of irregular surfaces.

• The M250LED Binocular Microscope from UNICO is specifically built for college level education and research. This cordless model offer the freedom and portability of battery powered LED illumination. It includes an AC adapter. The binocular heads rotate 360° and feature diopter control on one eye-tube and interpupillary distance adjustment settings (55-75mm). This model also includes color coded DIN achromatic 4, 10, 40 and 100x objectives and 10x wide field eyepieces. Its optical surfaces are precisely polished, sealed and coated with anti-fungal, color correction and hardening agents. This ensures true color viewing and enhances the durability of the lenses.

Purchase from a Leading Lab Equipment Supplier

Leading online laboratory equipment stores are the best option when it comes to purchasing medical and laboratory microscopes. Most stock a wide variety of models which makes evaluation and comparison easy.