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Microscope

Posted on: March 21, 2016, in AllEquipment

Just picked up one of these microscopes for surface mount work.

Features:
  • High quality optical glass elements
  • High definition erect stereo images over a wide field view
  • 2 levels of total magnifications: 10X and 20X
  • Extremely long working distance allows enough operation space
  • 45°inclined binocular head
  • Low heat LED light - harmless for touching
  • Additional flexible lamp holder provided for different lighting angles
  • Ocular tube has diopter adjustment
  • Adjustable inter-pupillary distance to fit anyone's eyes
  • Sturdy small metal boom stand
  • Product GS and CE approved
  • Manufacturer in business 30+ years

Specifications:
  • Model: G22C
  • Head: 45°Inclined binocular.
  • Eyepieces: wide field WF10X/20 and WF20X/10
  • Objective: 1x
  • Total magnification: 10x & 20x
  • Ocular tube has diopter adjustment ±5dp
  • Interpupillary distance: 2-3/16" ~ 2-15/16"(55~75mm)
  • Working distance: 9 " (230mm)
  • Maximum field of view: 3/4" (20mm)
  • Focus adjustment stroke: 1-3/4" (43mm)
  • LED illumination
  • Power supply: 110V/60Hz (US and Canada)
  • Dimension: 18" x 5-1/8" x 15" (46cm x 13cm x 38cm)
  • Net weight: 14 lb 12oz ( 6.7kg)
  • Shipping weight: 17 lb (8kg)