Olympus

This is a set of short Olympus objectives in very good condition indeed. x4 (0.10), x10 (0.25), x40 (0.65) and x100 oil immersion (1.30). Standard RMS screw thread which means this set of Olympus objectives could be fitted to a wide range of other stands. Corrected for 160mm tube length.

The BX40 series was launched in 1993, used a novel Y-shaped design for the microscope body. The series featured superior operability, excellent rigidity, and first-class optical performance. A wide range of accessories was also available to expand the range of possible observations. Olympus succeeded in providing the optimal viewing environment. While developing UIS objective lenses, Olympus worked on designing a Y-shaped microscope body to further evolve the AH2, BH2, and CH2 series with excellent optics and a system versatility.

The halogen illumination is 6 volt 30 watt and is controlled by levers on the right hand side of the stand with a brightness slider and also a preset button to optimise lighting for any preferred setting. The illumination system is of course Kohler. The good size stage has drop down coaxial controls and has X Y movement via a unique system there is a slight catch from front to back on this unit but it is minimal. The objectives are the original Olympus x4, x10 and x40 that have been added to with new plan x20 and x100 oil immersion lenses.

This unit has the ergonomic head which allows its operating angle to be set to suit the individual. It has x10 wide field eyepieces that are also suitable for spectacle wearers. A small point but it does show how this microscope was looked after - it still has its original Olympus Allen key. A fine microscope by any standard.

This is set of NEA series objectives in good condition. X4 (0.10), x10 (0.25), x40 (0.65) and x100 oil immersion (1.25). Din standard with standard RMS screw threads. Corrected for 160mm tube length and coverslip thickness 0.17mm.