Novex Stereo microscope AP-8, binocular (9694)

The Novex AP-8 stereomicroscope from the AP series is designed specifically for educational environments, offering a sturdy and compact build ideal for classroom or hobby use. This microscope features dual magnification options with interchangeable objectives, making it versatile for a range of observational needs. The AP-8 provides both incident and transmitted LED illumination, allowing for clear viewing of a variety of specimens. Its user-friendly design, including adjustable eyepieces and a comfortable viewing angle, makes it suitable for beginners and users from age nine and up.

Optical Features

• Magnification: 20x and 40x (expandable with optional WF 5x, WF 15x, or WF 20x eyepieces)

• Eyepieces: Paired, locked-in widefield WF10x/20 with eye shades

• Objectives: Paired 2x and 4x, mounted in a revolvable nosepiece

• Field of view: 10 mm at 20x, 5 mm at 40x

Lighting

• Illumination: Incident and transmitted LED light (transmitted LED includes built-in reflector)

• Lamp type: Halogen (12V/10W) as an extra option

• LED operation: Up to 35 hours of continuous use

• Power supply: Three rechargeable 200 mA NiMh AA batteries and charger included, also supports power plug

Mechanical Features

• Type of build: Binocular

• Viewing posture: 45° oblique

• Interpupillary distance: Adjustable between 55 and 75 mm

• Diopter adjustment: On one tube

• Binocular head: Vertically adjustable along the stand rod

• Focusing: Rack and pinion with slip-clutch mechanism, coarse movement, 40 mm range

• Specimen stage: Flat stand base with interchangeable black-white stage plate, two object clamps, additional transparent stage plate for transmitted illumination, and frosted glass stage plate (Ø 94 mm)

Special Features

• Built-in digital camera: No

• Filter holder: No

• Luminous field diaphragm: No

• Centering stage: No

• Rechargeable battery operation: Yes

• Dust cover bag: Included, supplied in Styrofoam case

General Information

• Series: AP

• Colour: Black and white

• Weight: 2800 g

• Suitable from age: 9 years

• Suitable for beginners: Yes

• Suitable for advanced users: Not specified

Field of Application

• Hobby: Yes

• Education: Yes

• Parasite analysis: Yes

• Maker activities: Yes

• Interference contrast: No

• Metallurgy: No

The Novex AP-8 stereomicroscope is a reliable and adaptable choice for educational and hobby use, providing clear optics, flexible illumination, and practical features for a wide variety of observational tasks.