MAGUS Bio VD350 LCD Biological Inverted Digital Microscope

MAGUS Bio VD350 LCD is a biological inverted microscope, which is used for studying stained and unstained samples in laboratory ware – Petri dishes, flasks, plates. The height of the dishes can be 55mm, and if you tilt the illuminator stand – up to 165mm. The bottom thickness of compatible ware is up to 1.2mm. The microscope, which utilizes the brightfield field and phase contrast microscopy techniques in the transmitted light, has a trinocular tube/side port camera for mounting a digital camera and monitor. It is used for routine laboratory and research work as well as teaching.

Digital camera

The MAGUS CHD30 digital camera is equipped with a 2MP sensor and produces realistic Full HD images at a resolution of 1920x1080px. The camera features high light sensitivity, auto focus function, and it is suitable for fluorescent observations. The camera uses an HDMI interface to connect directly to a TV, monitor, or projector. In this mode, the camera operates autonomously without a connection to a PC. The HDMI interface provides a high and stable transfer rate from the camera to the external screen. You can connect it to a PC via Wi-Fi. Video is recorded at 60fps or 25fps depending on the video output interface. The camera combines high FPS and high bandwidth HDMI. Therefore, videos are vivid with no freezes or gaps between frames. At maximum resolution, the image is well-detailed, moving objects are visible without bugs, and object movement is displayed without delays.

Monitor

The MAGUS MCD20 Monitor is designed to use a visualization system of the MAGUS microscope. It is connected to a camera mounted on the microscope to display real-time images. It supports MAGUS full HD resolution HDMI cameras. The screen diagonal is 13.3 inches. The IPS matrix provides bright images with large viewing angles. If you look at the display at an angle, the color reproduction is not distorted. The display can be placed on a folding stand on a table or shelf or mounted directly to the camera or microscope stand.

Optics

When assembling the microscope, you can select the position of the trinocular head: It can be rotated 180° to adjust the height of the exit pupil. Use the vertical tube to mount the monitor and the side port on the microscope body to mount a digital camera. The beam splitting on the body is 100/0 or 0/100 as well as 50/50 on the trinocular tube (when it is open) or 100/0 (when it is closed).

Four infinity plan achromatic objectives are included, one of which is a phase objective. Once four of them are installed in the revolving nosepiece, one slot is left free for an additional objective.

Illumination

The phase-contrast condenser enables easy and convenient switching between microscopy techniques. It has four working positions: a free aperture for the brightfield technique as well as 10x, 20x, and 40x apertures for phase contrast using a suitable magnification objective.

The transmitted light source is a 30W halogen bulb that emits light of the color temperature that allows for comfortable work. It is brightness adjustable and is AC powered. The illumination system offers the use of the Köhler illumination to enhance image quality.

Stage and focusing mechanism

Four dish holders for the stage are included. They can be moved along the X and Y axes using a mechanical attachment, while the stage itself remains stationary. The holders are designed to hold labware of various sizes.

The focusing mechanism runs smoothly. The coarse focusing mechanism has a lock knob and tension adjustment. Fine focusing scale value: 2μm. The knobs are located at the base of the microscope so you can keep your hands in a more relaxed position while working.

Accessories

There are additional eyepieces, phase objectives, digital cameras, and calibration slides for the microscope to maximize the capabilities of the microscope.

Key features of the microscope:

• For viewing samples in laboratory ware up to 55mm high and a bottom thickness up to 1.2mm
• If the illuminator stand is tilted, you can use dishes up to 165mm high
• Brightfield and phase-contrast techniques; phase-contrast condenser with a field diaphragm
• Stage with 4 dish holders of different sizes; mechanical attachment for moving the sample along two horizontal axes
• The microscope head rotates at 180°
• Two options for camera and monitor mounting: in the vertical tube and on the microscope body
• Transmitted light source – 30W halogen lamp powered by an AC power supply
• A wide range of optional accessories

Key features of the camera:

• The camera operates autonomously without a connection to a PC via the HDMI interface. It can be connected to a PC via USB2.0 interface
• The auto focus in HDMI mode makes it easier to adjust image sharpness
• The camera resolution is 1920x1080px – an ideal choice for displaying images on a Full HD monitor
• 60fps for observing moving objects, recording video and moving the preparation without jerkiness or delays
• 25fps via Wi-Fi – enough for focus adjustment and image processing using the software
• SONY color CMOS sensor – low noise level and high light sensitivity
• Software with photo, video recording, editing, external display functions, linear and angular measurements

The kit includes:

• MAGUS CHD30 Digital Camera (digital camera, HDMI cable (1.5m), USB mouse, 32GB SD memory card, USB Wi-Fi adapter, AC power adapter 12V/1A (Euro), installation CD with drivers and software, user manual and warranty card) MAGUS MCD20 LCD Monitor
• Base with a power input, transmitted light source, focusing mechanism, condenser, and revolving nosepiece
• Trinocular head
• Infinity plan achromatic objective: PHP2 10x/0.25 phase WD 4.27mm
• Infinity plan achromatic objective: PL 10x/0.25 WD 4.27mm
• Infinity plan achromatic objective: PL 20х/0.40 WD 8.0mm
• Infinity plan achromatic objective: PL 40х/0.60 WD 3.5mm
• Eyepieces 10x/22mm with long eye relief (2 pcs.)
• Fixed stage
• Mechanical attachment for moving the specimen
• Dish holders (4 pcs.)
• Power cord
• Dust cover
• User manual and warranty card

Available on request:

• 10x/22mm eyepiece with a scale
• 12.5x/14mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
• 15x/15mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
• 20x/12mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
• 25x/9mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
• Infinity plan achromatic objective: PHP2 20х/0.40 phase WD 8.0mm
• Infinity plan achromatic objective: PHP2 40x/0.60 phase WD 3.5mm
• Calibration slide