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Description
Digital camera
The MAGUS CBF10 digital camera is designed for the brightfield microscopy technique.
The camera is equipped with an 18MP sensor and produces realistic images at a resolution of 4912x3684pix. The camera is recommended for use with 4x and 10x flat-field microscope objectives as well as stereomicroscopes. When working with low magnification objectives, the camera will enable you to see more fine details.
At maximum resolution, video is captured at 13.1fps. It is enough for adjusting the focus of the microscope.
At resolutions of 2456x1842pix and 1228x922pix, the frequency increases to 34.3fps and 54.4fps. The transitions between frames become softer and the camera catches the slightest movement of the sample. These modes are suitable for classroom demonstrations, recording video of fast-moving processes, and observing samples that are moving.
The camera is equipped with a USB 3.0 interface. The data transfer speed is 10 times faster than USB 2.0 cameras. The high-speed camera is recommended for professional laboratories, research, or university training.
Microscope head
The trinocular head rotates 360°. The digital camera is mounted in the trinocular tube. The C-mount adapter for mounting the camera is included with the microscope.
Zoom lens
The objective smoothly increases magnification up to 9x without the depth of focus decrease. The microscope delivers an upright (not inverted) three-dimensional image. Auxiliary objective lenses may change the magnification range, field of view, and working distance of the microscope.
Focusing mechanism
The coaxial coarse and fine focusing knobs are on both sides. Fine focusing is ideal for observations at magnifications above 40x. The coarse tension can also be adjusted.
Stage plates
You can choose a transparent, white or black-and-white plate depending on the sample. The transparent and white plates ensure homogeneous illumination of the specimen and optimal light diffusion for observing transparent and translucent samples. The black-and-white plate is ideal for observing opaque samples against a contrasting background: The black side is for light-colored objects and the white side for dark-colored objects.
Light source
The microscope is equipped with the LED transmitted light illuminator (5W) and the reflected light oblique illuminator (3W). The lifetime of the LEDs is 50,000 hours.
Accessories
There is a line of accessories designed specifically for this microscope. Eyepieces and auxiliary objective lenses can extend the magnification range of the microscope. The 0.5 auxiliary objective increases the working distance. A digital camera outputs the image from the microscope on a monitor. A calibration slide helps with the precise measurement of specimens. The scale value on the calibration slide of stereo microscopes is 0.1mm. A polarization device removes any glare from the image of polished metal surfaces.
Key features
Key features of the microscope:- Zoom lens for achieving smooth magnification without the depth of focus decrease: zoom ratio of 9:1
- Trinocular head with 360° rotation and a trinocular tube for mounting a digital camera
- The advantages of the Greenough optical design: large depth of field, dimensionality, compact design, and reasonable price
- LED transmitted light illuminator (5W) and LED reflected light (3W) illuminator with a long service life
- A wide range of compatible optional accessories
Key features of the camera:- Camera with an Aptina CMOS sensor for brightfield microscopy with 4x and 10x objectives as well as stereomicroscopes
- 18MP resolution: When working with low magnification objectives, the camera will enable you to see more fine details
- 13.1fps at a resolution of 4912x3684pix is enough for focusing adjustments
- 34.3fps and 54.4fps at resolutions of 2456x1842pix and 1228x922pix are perfect for classroom use, observing moving samples, recording video; the movement of the preparation can be seen without jerkiness and delays
- USB 3.0 interface for fast, smooth data transfer
- Software with photo, video recording, editing, external display, linear and angular measurement
Package
- MAGUS CBF10 Digital Camera (digital camera, USB cable, installation CD with drivers and software, user manual and warranty card)
- Base with integrated transmitted light source and power supply unit
- Stand with focusing mechanism
- Trinocular head
- Eyepiece 10x/22mm (2 pcs.)
- Black-and-white stage plate
- White stage plate
- Transparent stage plate
- Reflected light oblique illuminator
- C-mount adapter
- AC power cord
- Dust cover
- User manual and warranty card
Available on request:- 15x/15mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 16x/15mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 20x/12mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 25x/9mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- Auxiliary objective lens 0.5x
- Auxiliary objective lens 2x
- Reflected ring light illuminator
- Polarization device
- Calibration slide
Microscope specifications
Microscope design: upright
Image field: stereo
Research method: brightfield, polarized light (optional)
Optical design: Greenough
Microscope head diameter, mm: 88
Microscope magnification, x: 7–63 basic configuration (*optional: 3.5–315)
Microscope head type: trinocular
Microscope head: 360° rotatable
Inclination: 45°
Interpupillary distance, mm: 53–75
Eyepiece diameter, mm: 30
Diopter adjustment, diopters: ±5D on each eyepiece
Eyepieces, x/field, mm: 10x/22, long eye relief (*optional: 15x/15, 16x/15, 20x/12, 25x/9)
Zoom objective, x/working distance, mm/field of view with 10x eyepiece, mm: 0.7–6.3/110/31.43–3.49 (*optional: with a 0.5x auxiliary objective lens: 0.35–3.15/188/62.85–6.98; with a 2x auxiliary objective lens: 1.4–12.6/40.4/15.71–1.745)
Zoom ratio: 9:1
Stage plate: black-and-white plate Ø90mm, white plate Ø90mm, transparent plate Ø90mm
Focusing mechanism: coaxial coarse and fine focusing knobs located on both sides
Coarse focusing travel, mm: 83
Fine focusing scale value, μm: 2
Coarse focusing tension adjusting knob: +
Illumination: transmitted and reflected light
Transmitted light source: 5W LED
Reflected light source: oblique illuminator light source (LED 3W)
Polarization device: *optional
Power supply, V/Hz: AC power supply, 220/50
Dimensions without packaging (W×H×L), mm max.: 280x463x335
Net weight, kg max.: 8
Camera specifications
Sensor: Aptina CMOS
Color/monochrome: color
Megapixels: 18
Maximum resolution, pix: 4912x3684
Sensor size: 1/2.3" (6.14x4.61mm)
Pixel size, μm: 1.25x1.25
Light sensitivity: 0.62mV/lux/s
Signal/noise ratio: 36.3dB
Exposure: 0.1ms–2s
Video recording: +
Frame rate, fps at resolution: 13.1@4912x3684; 34.3@2456x1842; 54.4@1228x922
Contrast, dB: 65.8
Place of installation: trinocular tube, eyepiece tube instead of an eyepiece
Image format: *.jpg, *.bmp, *.png, *.tif
Video format: recording: *.wmv, *.avi, *.h264 (Win 8 or newer), *h265 (Win 10 or newer)
Spectral range, nm: 380–650 (with IR filter)
Shutter type: ERS (electronic rolling shutter)
White balance: auto/manual
Exposure control: auto/manual
Software features: image size, brightness, exposure time
Output: USB 3.0, 5Gb/s
System requirements: Windows 8/10/11 (32 and 64 bit), Mac OS X, Linux, up to 2.8GHz Intel Core 2 or higher, minimum 2GB RAM, USB3.0 port, CD-ROM, 17" or larger display
Software: MAGUS View
Mount type: C-mount
Body: solid aluminum
Power supply: DC current, 5V, from the USB port of the PC
Operating temperature range, °C (°F): −10... 50 (14… 122)
Operating humidity range, %: 30… 80