NACM131CLED

131-CLED

National Optical

The Monocular Corded LED 131-CLED Microscope from National Optical is a budget-friendly model designed for high school students. Featuring cool-running, long-life LED illumination and safety considerations, the 131-CLED is both easy-going and tough.The LED light is rated at up to 50,000 hours, and its cool burning illumination is equal to that of a 20W tungsten bulb. Safety features ensure the longevity of the microscope. The slip clutch prevents damage to the focus system, from over turning, while the safety rack prevents damage to slides and objective lenses. The tension adjustment eliminates stage drift, while the low position coarse and fine focusing controls allow students to get an accurate view with ease.The widefield 10x eyepiece features a revolving pointer and sits on a 45 inclined viewing head. The head also rotates 360 for sharing by multiple students. The 131-CLED has 4x, 10x, and 40xR objectives for optimal viewing. Additionally, the specimen stage moves up and down, while the eyepiece and body remain fixed. Locked-on, spring-mounted stage slips ensure specimens stay on the stage.Optical System Widefield 10x eyepiece with revolving pointerAccepts optional #965-160 eyepiece reticle45 inclined viewing head rotates 360 for easy repositioning of eyepiece and sharing by more than one studentDIN 4x, 10x, and 40xR objectives are achromatic, parfocalled, parcentered, color coded3-hole nosepiece is ball-bearing mounted for more precise alignment, has positive click stopsIllumination LED light rated up to 50,000 hours lifeCool burning illumination is equal to a 20W tungsten bulbBase-mounted on/off switch and heavy-duty 3-wire cordConvenient "grabber" clip on plug secures the cord in placeFocusing Low position coarse and fine focusing controlsStage moves up or down, eyepiece and body remain fixedSlip clutch prevents damage to focusing systemTension adjustment eliminates stage driftSafety rack stop prevents damage to slides and objective lensesStage Large 4.3 x 4.7" stage, with locked-on, spring-mounted stage slips, drilled and tapped to accept optional mechanical stageBuilt-in 0.65NA condenser lensCalibrated 5-hole disc diaphragmFrame Rugged cast metalGray enamel finishBase: 5.25 x 7"Height: 14.2"Weight: 6.8 lb