Diatoms - Nature’s Jewels viewed with a Microscope
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Diatoms are unicellular algae (Division Chrysophyta, Class Bacillariophyceae). Diatoms are microscopic in size, live in water, soil and moist en...
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Digital VS Compound Microscopes: Key Differences & Benefits
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As technology has improved in cameras, monitors, computers and software so has risen the popularity of Digital Microscopes. Below we breakdown the differences between a Digital Microscope and Compound Microscope. Each tool has its benefits based on your applications.
| . | Motorized Compound Microscope: | Digital Microscope: |
| . | • Better Resolution | • Better Depth of Field |
| . | • Better Color Correction | • Has better working distance to accommodate samples w/ varying heights |
| . | • Has eyepieces for best possible viewing inspection | • Must work off the computer screen exclusively |
| . | • Can customize every feature to your specific needs | • Is one integrated solution |
| . | • Can do more accurate automated defect inspection | • Can tilt in order to inspect and view samples on their sides |
Motic’s PA family of microscopes is an ideal solution for the inspection of the defects mentioned above.
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The PA53MET holds all brightfield, darkfield and DIC options along with easy-to-use software for measurement and recordkeeping. The microscope also offers motorized xyz for more advanced imaging applications. |
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