Diatoms - Nature’s Jewels viewed with a Microscope
Motic America
Diatoms are unicellular algae (Division Chrysophyta, Class Bacillariophyceae). Diatoms are microscopic in size, live in water, soil and moist en...
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B1-253ASC Educational Trinocular Microscope
$1,347
A trinocular microscope that is easy to use, for basic work in biology and medicine. The sections, smears, and other samples are treated by our Semi-Planachromatic SP objectives in a 4-fold revolving nose piece. Doctors and students alike will benefit from the conveniently pre-installed package.
| Model | B1-253ASC |
| Observation tube | Trinocular, sliding type |
| Optical system | Finite Optical System, 160mm |
| Inclination | 30° inclined, 360° rotating |
| Interpupillary distance | 55-75mm |
| Diopter adjustment | On both tubes , +/- 5 diopter |
| Eyepieces | Widefield 10X/18mm |
| Nose piece | Quadruple revolving nose piece with click stops |
| Objective classification | Achromatic Super Contrast |
| Objectives | 4X/0.1, 10X/0.25, 40X/0.65/S, 100X/1.25/S |
| Stand type | Upright |
| Stage | Built-in low position coaxial rackless mechanical stage with sample holder |
| Travel range X&Y | 76x40mm |
| Condenser | Focusable 1.25 N.A. Abbe Condenser, iris diaphragm and filter holder |
| Focus mechanism | Coaxial coarse and fine focusing system with tension adjustment |
| Fine focus precision | 2 μm minimum increment |
| Upper limit stop | Preset and Adjustable |
| Transmitted illumination | 3W LED illumination with intensity control |
| Accessories included | Dust cover and immersion oil |
How to adjust the tension of the focusing system (ring). E.g. AE Series
Learn how easy it is to adjust the tension of the focusing system of your Motic microscope.
How to adjust the microscope illumination
If you are wondering how to get good, clear and crisp images from your microscope, the key point is ensuring that your sample is correctly illuminated. In this video, we will show you in just a few steps, how to adjust the illumination of your microscope to get the best image out of your device.
How to do the parfocality adjustment on an upright microscope
Wondering what a microscope's parfocality is and how to do it when using an upright microscope? In this video, we will explain it and show you by following some easy steps.
How to avoid repairs in your microscope
Do you want to know how to keep your microscope in its best condition? In this video, we will give you some basic tricks to carry out; before, during, and after its use and thus avoid possible repairs.
At Motic Instruments, we take pride in the quality of our products and our user experience. That's why we offer technical advice and full post-sale support to keep your Motic products in optimal condition and ensure your microscopy results are of the highest quality. All of our microscopes are covered by a 5 year warranty on mechanical components and 1 year warranty on electrical components.
All returns must be authorized by Motic Instruments in order to insure proper credit and must be requested within 15 days of purchase. All returns may be subject to a 25% restocking charge and any cancellations may be subject to a cancellation fee. For returns not due to Motic error, the customer is responsible for all transportation fees related to the returned product. Should a return be granted, the purchase amount less shipping & handling fee and other applicable fees (restocking charge) will be deducted.