I’ve talked about how to focus a stereo microscope over in the Microscope Basics section of MicroscopeGenius.com–especially the Stereo Microscopes section–however, I feel it’s worth reiterating to make sure the message is clear to all of my hobbyist readers. I do get a few emails about folks having trouble getting an focused image out of their…
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Microscope 101: Oil Immersion Lens Technique
Oil immersion applies only when the exact objective is marked or specified for an immersion medium. High magnification or a 100x label alone does not establish that oil is required. If the objective model, compatible medium, coverslip requirement, or focusing procedure is unknown, stop and check the manufacturer instructions before adding oil. A compatible immersion…
Microscope 101: How To Properly Prepare a Microscope Slide
A basic wet mount places a thin, suitable specimen in a small drop of water under a coverslip. It is useful for temporary, non-medical observations with a compound microscope. If you want labeled examples without preparing a specimen, start with the prepared-versus-blank microscope slide guide. Safety boundary: glass slides and coverslips can chip or cut….
Blog Update – Microscope Basics & Glossary of Terms!
Hello my valued readers! I just wanted to let you know that I’ve been busy the past few days putting together a new section of the site to help out those new to microscopy in getting started. I know it can be overwhelming, but educating yourself on the world of the microscope is the absolute…
AmScope Microscope Review “SE305R-PZ” – 10x-20x-30x-60x Advanced All Metal Full Glass Optics Student Binocular Stereo Microscope with Top and Bottom Lights
A fixed power stereo microscope is what most new hobbyist opt for, as their low cost makes them extremely appealing. However, I’ve noticed that many of these hobbyists tend to overestimate the capabilities of the microscopes they are looking at, which leads to disappointment at the end. While in the grand scheme of things, $100-$200…