Plastic Microscopes
Product Code : JA-ELA-5480
Plastic Microscopes (SKU JA-ELA-5480) are basic portable monocular microscopes of sturdy plastic, supplied by JaincoLab for children learning the parts and functions of a microscope. The parts are non-removable for safety, the body is a vibrant blue, and the cordless LED illumination runs on three AA batteries, which are included, so the microscope can be used on any desk without a mains point.
Specifications
The optical and mechanical features listed for the plastic microscope are set out below.
| Product | Plastic Microscopes |
| SKU | JA-ELA-5480 |
| Head | Fixed monocular, inclined at 45 degrees |
| Eyepiece | 10x wide-field, locked on |
| Objectives | 5x, 10x and 40x, colour-coded |
| Total magnification | 50x, 100x and 400x (10x eyepiece with each objective) |
| Stage | 3.5 inch round stage with spring-loaded stage clips |
| Focusing | Coarse focusing knobs |
| Illumination | Cordless LED with on/off button; 3 AA batteries included |
| Body | Rugged blue plastic; non-removable parts |
| Accessories | Dust cover and instruction manual |
| Shipping size | 7 x 7 x 12 inches, about 1 lb |
Where it is used
- First microscopy lessons in primary and middle-school science
- Learning the names and functions of the parts of a microscope
- Viewing prepared slides at up to 400x in classrooms without mains power
Scope of supply and ordering
Each microscope is supplied by JaincoLab with its dust cover, instruction manual and three AA batteries; class-set quantities and packing are confirmed on the quotation.
Frequently asked questions
What magnifications does it give?
With the 10x eyepiece and the 5x, 10x and 40x objectives it gives 50x, 100x and 400x.
How is it illuminated?
By a cordless LED light with an on/off button, powered by three AA batteries that are included.
Can the eyepiece or objectives be removed?
No. The parts are non-removable, for safety when the microscope is used by children.
Related products
Microscopes, slides and cover slips are in the educational laboratory apparatus range.
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