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Description
Digital camera
MAGUS CHD50 is a digital autofocus HDMI camera supporting three video interfaces. The camera features an 8MP sensor and produces realistic images in 4K resolution (3840x2160px) automatically switching between 4K and Full HD depending on the resolution of the monitor.
The camera uses an HDMI interface to connect directly to a TV, monitor, or projector. In this mode, the camera operates autonomously without 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 WLAN or USB2.0. Video is recorded at 30fps.
The camera combines high FPS and high bandwidth HDMI and, therefore, videos are vivid with no freezes or gaps between frames. At maximum resolution, the image is well-detailed, moving objects are visible without any bugs, and object movement is displayed without delays.
Monitor
The MAGUS MCD40 monitor connects to a microscope-mounted camera to display a real-time image in 4K resolution.
The screen diagonal is 13.3 inches. The IPS sensor delivers a bright image with large viewing angles: If you look at the monitor at an angle, there is no color distortion.
The display can be placed on a folding stand on a table or mounted directly on the camera, whichever is more convenient for the user.
Microscope head
Trinocular head with infinity-corrected optics. The eyepiece tubes are raised and lowered, changing their position by rotating around the axis. The user can adjust the eyepiece height to suit their individual stature.
The digital camera is mounted in the trinocular tube. The beam splitting ratio is fixed at 50/50.
The vertical tube provides 0.55x magnification. When paired with the included 1x adapter, the final magnification at the camera is 0.55x. When calculating the field of view and on-screen magnification for each objective, use a total factor of 0.55x.
The basic configuration includes 10x/22mm eyepieces with diopter adjustment and high eyepoint for working with glasses.
Revolving nosepiece and objectives
The coded revolver for five objectives is oriented toward the interior: The user can see the objective inserted into the optical path, and the space above the stage is free. An additional objective can also be installed in the free slot in order to achieve extra magnification. The parfocal distance is 60mm.
The 40x objective with its extended working distance of 1.5mm provides additional protection for the front lens against immersion oil contact when rotating the nosepiece.
Above the nosepiece is a slot with a plug for installing an analyzer, compensators, or differential interference contrast sliders.
Maintaining comfortable brightness levels when switching magnifications
The objectives of different magnifications transmit light with different levels of intensity, and so each time you change objectives, the brightness of the light must be adjusted. Switching from a higher to a lower magnification objective causes eye fatigue due to a sharp increase in the brightness of the eyepiece image. The MAGUS Bio D270T LCD, which is equipped with intelligent brightness control, solves this problem. The optimal level of light brightness is automatically switched for each objective, thereby eliminating unexpected changes in brightness when changing magnification. This feature optimizes the workflow, reduces eye fatigue, and improves comfort during extended use.
Focusing mechanism
With a large number of specimens, the operator constantly uses the fine focusing knob for their work. To reduce wrist strain, the microscope uses a responsive mechanism with smooth travel. The fine focusing knob has special grooves for your fingers. Fine-tuning the focus is effortless, and the right hand does not get tired.
The microscope features low-position coaxial coarse and fine focusing knobs. The researcher can place their hands on the table and take a comfortable position in front of the microscope.
The coarse focus lock knob helps you quickly adjust the microscope after changing the object of study. The knob is located on the left side of the microscope on the same axis as the focusing mechanism.
The ring on the right side adjusts the tension of the coarse focusing travel. The user adjusts the comfortable tension for work.
Stage
The stage has no X-axis rack and pinion, which improves ergonomics. The belt-driven mechanism allows for smooth movement of the specimen. The specimen holder is secured with two screws and can be easily removed during manual scanning.
The long stage control handle ensures user comfort: The hand rests on the table with no strain.
Condenser
The Abbe condenser is height-adjustable and can be centered. Mounting type: dovetail.
The condenser ring adjusts the iris aperture diaphragm. The condenser body has an aperture marking, and the ring has an indicator marker. To achieve the contrast on each objective, it is recommended to rotate the ring so that the indicator marker matches the aperture marking of the objective being used.
Light source
The transmitted light illuminator uses a 3W LED. The microscope illuminator has the function of adjusting the color temperature in the range of 3000K to 7000K. The user selects a color temperature that is comfortable for their eyes, and they can easily change it with just one button when, for example, examining an object requires changing the light.
The LED lifetime is 50,000 hours.
Köhler illumination in transmitted light
The light source is located in the rear of the microscope base, and light is directed to the collector using a mirror. The image contrast is controlled by the condenser aperture diaphragm, while the illuminated field area is adjusted by the field diaphragm.
The Köhler illumination improves the image quality of the observed sample: Each objective achieves maximum resolution and the field of view is illuminated evenly without darkening at the edges. The object of study is in sharp focus and the image artifacts are removed.
Status LCD screen
The LCD screen on the base of the microscope displays the objective magnification, brightness and color temperature of the light source, and operating mode (“sleep” and “eco”).
Using the screen and a knob, the microscope user adjusts the brightness, selects the color temperature, locks the brightness adjustment, and sets the sleep mode and auto-off timer.
Ergonomic design
Physical discomfort causes fatigue and reduces productivity. The ergonomic design of the microscope plays an important role in everyday scientific research.
MAGUS Bio D270T LCD provides user comfort during work.
By rotating the microscope head, the user selects a point of view height so as not to strain their back and neck.
Focusing knobs are located at the bottom of the body. The user does not need to strain their hands. Thanks to the smooth movement of the mechanism, the user can effortlessly focus on the object.
The microscope is operated with minimal hand movement, since the long stage control handle and fine focusing knob are located in the same working area.
The microscope is equipped with a special carrying handle.
The design for the hidden placement of the power adapter and power cord improves the workplace esthetic and safety of carrying the microscope as well as simplifies storage of the device.
Accessories
There is a line of accessories designed specifically for this microscope.
Optional objectives provide additional magnification.
Eyepieces extend the magnification range of the microscope. Optional eyepieces help you maximize the potential of the objective that you use most often.
Optional attachments for phase contrast, epi-fluorescence, darkfield, polarization, and DIC expand the range of microscopy techniques, allowing you to study specimens that are invisible in brightfield.
A calibration slide is used to measure objects and can be combined with the eyepiece with a scale or with the camera software.
Alternative models
MAGUS Bio D270T LCD is an alternative for the following models: Carl Zeiss Axiolab 5, Carl Zeiss Axiscope 5, Leica DM 2000, Leica DM 2000LED, Leica DM 2500, Leica DM 2500LED, Nikon ECLIPSE Si, Olympus BX 43, Olympus BX 46.
Key features
Microscope features:- Observations of transparent and translucent samples in brightfield in transmitted light
- The trinocular head with a vertical tube for installing a digital camera and height adjustment to adjust to the observer; light beam splitting 50/50
- Coded revolving nosepiece: The brightness of the light source is set automatically depending on the selected objective
- Transmitted light illuminator is energy-saving 3W LED with a lifetime of up to 50,000 hours
- Transmitted Köhler illumination, centered and height-adjustable condenser with objective aperture markings
- Smart lighting control system: automatic brightness selection, dimming lock, timer auto-off, LCD operating status screen
- Stage without an X-axis positioning rack and with a long control handle for convenient operation
- Ergonomic stand with carrying handle and the hidden placement of the power cord and power adapter
- Wide range of compatible optional accessories
Camera features:- The camera operates autonomously via an HDMI interface without connecting to a computer or installing software. It can also connect to a computer via WLAN and USB 2.0 interfaces
- Autofocus in HDMI mode makes it easy to adjust image sharpness
- 30fps with any video output interface for observing moving objects, recording video, and moving the sample without jerkiness or delays
- SONY Exmor/Starvis color CMOS backlit sensor provides low noise level and high light sensitivity even in low-light conditions. You will get clearer, brighter, and more color-saturated images
- The software with the functions of photography, video recording, editing, and external monitor display as well as linear and angular measurement
Monitor features:- 4K resolution provides highly detailed, clear, and realistic images
- The IPS sensor produces a bright and saturated picture with wide vertical and horizontal viewing angles
- Can be mounted on the camera or table to suit the user’s preferences
Package
- MAGUS CHD50 digital camera (digital camera, HDMI cable (1.5m), USB 3.0 cable (2m), USB mouse, 32GB SD memory card, 12V/1A (Euro) power adapter, USB flash drive with drivers and software, user manual, and warranty card)
- MAGUS MCD40 LCD Monitor
- Stand with transmitted light source, focusing mechanism, LCD screen, and revolving nosepiece
- Stage holder with a condenser mount
- Stage with specimen holder
- Abbe condenser
- Trinocular microscope head
- Plan achromatic objective Plan 4x/0.10 ∞/–, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Plan achromatic objective Plan 10x/0.25 ∞/–, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Plan achromatic objective Plan 40x/0.65 ∞/0.17, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Plan achromatic objective Plan 100x/1.25 oil ∞/0.17 (spring-loaded), parfocal distance: 60mm
- 10х/22mm eyepiece with high eyepoint and diopter adjustment (2 pcs.)
- Eyecup (2 pcs.)
- C-mount adapter
- Microscope power adapter and power cord
- Dust cover
- User manual and warranty card
Available on request:- 10х/22mm eyepiece with a scale
- 10x/22mm eyepiece with a reticle
- 10x/22mm eyepiece with crosshairs
- 12.5х/16mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 15х/16mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 20х/12mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 30х/8mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- Plan achromatic objective Plan 2х/0.06 ∞/–, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Plan achromatic objective Plan 20х/0.40 ∞/0.17, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Plan achromatic objective Plan 60х/0.80 ∞/0.17, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Plan apochromatic objective Plan Apo 60х/1.42 oil ∞/0.17, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Plan achromatic objective Plan 100х/1.10 ∞/0.17 water, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Set of plan semi-apochromatic fluorescence objectives: 4x, 10x, 20x, 40x, 100x (oil); ∞/0.17; parfocal distance 60mm
- Phase contrast device: phase contrast condenser, set of phase objectives, centering telescope
- Darkfield condenser NA 0.7–0.9
- Darkfield immersion condenser NA 1.3–1.26
- Differential Interference Contrast (DIC) device
- Epi-fluorescence attachment with LED light source, fluorescence filter cubes, and power cable
- Polarizer/analyzer set
- Calibration slide
- Set of color filters (blue, green, yellow, frosted glass)
- C-mount adapter
Microscope specifications
Microscope design: upright
Image field: flat
Transmitted light microscopy techniques: brightfield, darkfield (optional), polarized light (optional), phase contrast (optional), differential interference contrast (optional)
Reflected light microscopy techniques: fluorescence (optional)
Microscope magnification, x: 40–1000 basic configuration (*optional: 40–1250/1500/2000)
Tube length: infinity (∞)
Microscope head: trinocular
Beam splitting ratio (eyepieces/trinocular tube): fixed, 50/50
Microscope head: Gemel head (Siedentopf, 360° rotatable)
C-mount adapter, vertical tube: 0.55х
Inclination: 30°
Microscope head magnification, x: 1
Interpupillary distance, mm: 47–78
Eyepiece diameter, mm: 30
Eyepieces, x/field, mm: 10x/22 with diopter adjustment ± 5dp, high eyepoint (*optional: 10x/22 with a scale, 10x/22 with a reticle, *10x/22 with crosshairs, 12.5x/16, 15x/16, 20x12, 30х8)
Revolving nosepiece: 5 objectives, coded
Optical design: infinity plan achromatic objectives (∞), parfocal distance: 60mm
Objectives, x/aperture/working distance, mm: 4x/0.10/30; 10x/0.25/10.2; 40x/0.65/1.5; 100x/1.25 oil/0.2 (*optional: 2x/0.06; 20x/0.40; 60x/0.80; 100x/1.10 (water); Plan Apo 60x/1.42 (oil); set of plan semi-apochromatic fluorescence objectives 4x/10x/20x/40x/100x (oil)
Spring-loaded retractable assembly: 60х, 100x
Stage: 235х150mm, rackless XY mechanical stage
Moving range, mm: 78/54
Condenser: centering and height-adjustable Abbe condenser NA 0.9 with adjustable
aperture diaphragm; dovetail mount
Field diaphragm: adjustable iris
Focusing mechanism: coaxial coarse & fine focusing knobs on both sides
Coarse focusing travel, mm: 32
Coarse focusing travel, mm/circle: 18.85
Fine focusing travel, mm/circle: 0.1
Coarse focusing tension adjusting knob: +
Coarse focusing lock knob: +
Illumination technique: transmitted light
Transmitted light source: 3W LED, with color temperature adjustment (3000–7000K)
Intelligent lighting control system: automatic brightness adjustment during objective change, status display on LCD screen, standby mode, eco-mode
Phase contrast technique: *optional: phase contrast turret condenser; phase contrast objective (10x, 20x, 40x, 100x); centering telescope
Darkfield condenser: *optional: dry darkfield condenser NA 0.7–0.9 (for dry objectives); oil darkfield condenser NA 1.3–1.26 (for 100x immersion objective)
Differential Interference Contrast (DIC) device: *optional DIC turret condenser, polarization filter, DIC slider with an interference prism and built-in analyzer
Fluorescence technique: *optional: epi-fluorescence attachment with LED light source
Polarizer/analyzer set: *optional: polarizer mounted on the collector; analyzer in the slot of the stand above the revolving nosepiece
Power supply, V/Hz: AC power supply, 100–240/50/60; the AC/DC power adapter is located in a special socket on the back of the stand
Operating temperature range, °C: 5… 30
Operating humidity range, %: 0… 80 (up to 31°C)
Camera specifications
Sensor: SONY Exmor/Starvis CMOS
Color/monochrome: color
Number of megapixels: 8
Maximum resolution, px: 3840x2160
Sensor size: 1/1.8" (7.68х4.32mm)
Pixel size, µm: 2.0x2.0
Auto focus: +
Interface: HDMI 1.4, WLAN, USB 2.0
Compatible memory cards: SD up to 32GB
Compatible optional accessories: mouse (USB), flash drive (USB), Wi-Fi module (USB)
Light sensitivity: 505mV with 1/30s
Signal/noise ratio: 0.1mV with 1/30s
Exposure: 0.04ms–1000ms
Video recording: +
Frame rate, fps at resolution, px: 30@3840х2160 (HDMI), 30@3840х2160 (WLAN), 30@3840х2160 (USB)
Mounting location: trinocular tube, eyepiece tube (in place of the regular eyepiece)
Image format: *.jpg, *.tif
Video format: .h264/.h265, *.mp4
Spectral range, nm: 380–650 (IR-filtered)
Shutter type: ERS (electronic rolling shutter)
System requirements: Windows 8/10/11 (32 and 64 bit), Mac OS X, Linux, up to 2.8GHz Intel Core 2 or higher, minimum 4GB RAM, USB 2.0 ports, RJ45, CD-ROM, 19" or larger display (with USB connection)
Software: HDMI: built-in, USB: MAGUS View
Mount type: C-mount
Body: cast aluminum
Power supply: 12V/1A AC power adapter
AC power adapter features: input: AC voltage 100–240V, 50/60Hz;
output: DC voltage 12V/1A
Operating temperature range, °C: –10... 50
Operating humidity range, %: 30… 80
Monitor specifications
Type of sensor: IPS
Screen diagonal, inch: 13.3
Screen resolution, px: 3840x2160 (4K)
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Brightness, cd/m²: 400
Number of displayed colors: 16.7m
Contrast: 1000:1
Horizontal/vertical viewing angle, °: 178/178
Size of the visible screen area (WxH), mm: 295x165
Pixel pitch (WxH), mm: 0.154x0.154
Display refresh rate, Hz: 60
Type of sensor backlight: LED
LED backlight lifetime, h: 50000
Interface: HDMI
Operating temperature range, °C: –15... 55
Operating humidity range, %: 10… 90
Power supply: AC 110–220V, DC 5–12V/1A (Type-C)
Power consumption, W: 12 (maximum)