Used AMERICAN OPTICAL 860 #160970 for sale

AMERICAN OPTICAL 860 microscope is a versatile and high-quality instrument designed to accurately observe crisp, clear images. 860 is a compound low-power microscope featuring a built-in, 10W compact illuminator with built-in condenser focusing system controlled via handwheel on the side of the base. This microscope utilizes a fixed 10x wide-field focusing eyepiece with a reticle and cross line, which is retractable and allows for precise measurements. AMERICAN OPTICAL 860 also features a focusing pitch of 0.002 inch and has a C-mount for both video and photographic imaging. 860 also features large stage controls for both adjusting the specimen's movement and positioning. It is uniquely designed with a built-in mechanical stage that facilitates precise positioning of specimens. The fine and cross-lateral adjustments are mounted on two separate knobs, allowing the user to move the specimen in the X, Y plane and focus at the same time. The large stage provides room to fit a variety of specimen slides, including those with larger samples. AMERICAN OPTICAL 860's condenser focuses illumination onto the plane of the specimen and accepts oil immersion for highest resolution imaging. The condenser features a filter slider for use with specialized dyes and contains aperture and filter selections for a variety of samples and imaging needs. Additionally, the condenser includes an iris diaphragm for control of light intensity. 860 also includes a turret that allows for the pairing of up to five objective lenses. The turret contains four different magnifications (4x, 10x, 40x, and 100x) and one 'click-stop' position for easy exchange of oils and dyes. The 'click-stop' position is designed to protect the objective lenses from damage while avoiding the need to refocus after the exchange of fluids. Overall, AMERICAN OPTICAL 860 is a highly durable microscope with built-in features designed to allow users to quickly and accurately observe and study their specimens. It provides excellent illumination and a range of tools that can be used to create stunning, high-resolution images in various levels of magnification. 860 is an ideal choice for both laboratory and educational settings.