Microscope

Nikon Optiphot-Pol

Condition Used
Stock Number 412960
This listing is for a Nikon Optiphot-Pol Polarizing Microscope.

The unit is in full working condition and is ready for immediate release.

Objective Lenses supplied:
Plan 40, 0.65
Plan 100
10, 0.25
20, 0.4

This unit is supplied with no lenses.

Nikon Optiphot Pol Polarizing Microscope Overview
The Nikon Optiphot Pol Polarizing Microscope is engineered for precise and advanced microscopy techniques, perfect for applications involving brightfield, darkfield, and polarizing observations. Its strain-free optical components ensure high-quality, distortion-free imaging, making it an excellent choice for professional use.

Key Features:
Optical System:

160mm Head: Provides a standard optical path for compatibility with various accessories.
Binocular Siedentopf: Offers comfortable viewing for extended periods and adjustable interpupillary distance.
Bertrand Lens: Facilitates easy observation of the interference figure, essential for polarized light microscopy.
Eyepieces:

CFW 10x: Wide field eyepieces that enhance viewing comfort and field of view.
Nosepiece:

Quintuple Centering Nose-piece: Allows for quick and easy switching between five different objectives, improving workflow.
Objectives:

Nikon Plan 2x / 0.05: Low magnification for large area scans.
McCrone 10x Dispersion Staining Objective: Ideal for distinguishing between different types of fibers.
Nikon E Plan 20x / 0.4 and Nikon E Plan 40x / 0.65: Higher magnifications for detailed observation, especially useful in materials science and mineralogy.
Condenser:

0.90 Achromatic Swing-Out Lens: Improved light gathering, providing excellent image quality across magnifications.
Strain-Free Glass: Ensures clarity without distortion.
Rotatable Polarizing Lens: Essential for analysing birefringent materials.
Stage:

Rotating Polarized Stage with Object Guide: Facilitates the positioning and manipulation of samples under polarized light.
Illumination:

12V 100W Halogen Lamp: Provides bright and consistent lighting, crucial for detailed observations.
Attachment:

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Polarizing Intermediate Attachment with Rotating Analyser: Enhances the versatility of the microscope for polarized light studies.
Filter:

Sénarmont Compensator (1/4λ, λ=546nm): Useful for measuring optical path differences, aiding in the analysis of birefringent materials.

Applications:
The Nikon Optiphot Pol Polarizing Microscope is well-suited for a variety of applications, including:

Fibre Identification: Essential for forensic science and material analysis.
Advanced Microscopy Techniques: Enables complex analysis using polarized light, enhancing clarity and detail.
Observations in Various Modes: Supports brightfield, darkfield, and multiple polarizing techniques for diverse sample types.
Sample Analysis in Transmitted and Reflected Light: Ideal for geological and biological samples, providing comprehensive analysis capabilities.