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Description
Digital camera
MAGUS CBF12 is the most budget-friendly camera for the brightfield microscopy technique.
The camera is equipped with an 20MP sensor and produces realistic images at a resolution of 5120x3840pix. 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 20fps. It is enough for adjusting the focus of the microscope.
At resolutions of 2560x1920pix, the frequency increases to 45fps. The transitions between frames become softer and the camera catches the slightest movement of the sample. This mode is 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 is 360° rotatable and can be locked in any desired position. The digital camera is mounted in the trinocular tube using a C-mount adapter.
The light path does not change. The splitting ratio is fixed: 80% to the eyepiece and 20% to the trinocular tube. The user observes the image in the eyepieces and on the screen at the same time.
The basic configuration includes 10x/22mm eyepieces with diopter adjustment and eye relief to work with glasses.
Zoom objective
The objective allows for the smooth change of magnification up to 6.7 times with no loss of focus maintaining a large working distance of 105mm. The microscope generates an upright (not inverted) three-dimensional image. Auxiliary objective lenses change the magnification range, field of view, and working distance of the microscope.
Focusing mechanism
Coarse focusing knobs are located on both sides of the stand. The coarse focusing tension is adjustable.
Stage plate
A frosted glass or black-and-white plate is selected depending on the specimen. The frosted glass plate ensures even illumination and optimal light scattering when transparent and translucent objects are observed. The black-and-white plate is selected for observing opaque objects against a contrasting background: the black side for light objects and the white side for dark objects.
Light sources
The microscope has a 3W LED transmitted light illuminator and a 3W LED reflected light oblique illuminator. The LED lifetime is 50,000 hours.
Accessories
There is a wide range of accessories for the microscope.
Eyepieces and auxiliary objective lenses extend the magnification range of the microscope.
Digital cameras output images from the microscope to a monitor.
C-mount adapters connect a camera to a microscope. The adapter magnification is selected to match the camera sensor size.
Calibration slides are used for measuring specimens. The scale value on the calibration slide of stereomicroscopes is 0.1mm.
A polarizer/analyzer set is used to study anisotropic samples.
A darkfield condenser with a gem clip allows for studying precious and semi-precious stones.
A ring light is used to provide shadow-free lighting in the working area in reflected light.
A ring light with a polarizer removes glare from the image of polished metal surfaces.
A mechanical stage enables the smooth movement of specimens with no jerks along two axes and offers additional convenience to the user when magnifications above 20x are used.
A ring light with sector control and a gooseneck light are used to fine-tune the illumination in the working area. Light is exposed at a selected angle, creating the light shadows required for the observations, while a certain part of the specimen remains illuminated.
Universal stands allow you to enlarge the working area, thereby giving you more freedom in choosing the position of the microscope head above the workstation.
Key features
Microscope features:- The zoom lens allows for smooth magnification change with no loss of focus: 6.7:1 zoom ratio
- 360° rotatable trinocular head with a vertical tube for mounting a digital camera
- The advantages of the Greenough optical design: large depth of field, high-resolution 3D visualization, compact design, and a reasonable price
- LEDs of transmitted (3W) and reflected (3W) light with a long lifetime
- A wide range of compatible optional accessories
Camera features:- The most budget-friendly camera with an Aptina CMOS sensor for brightfield microscopy with 4x and 10x objectives as well as stereomicroscopes
- 20MP resolution: When working with low magnification objectives, the camera will enable you to see more fine details
- 20fps at a resolution of 5120x3840pix is enough for focusing adjustments
- 45fps at resolution of 2560x1920pix is 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 CBF12 digital camera (digital camera, USB cable, installation USB flash drive with drivers and software, user manual, and warranty card)
- Base with built-in transmitted light source, built-in power supply, and stand with a focusing mechanism
- Microscope head – objective part and eyepiece tubes
- 10х/22mm eyepiece with eye relief and diopter adjustment (2 pcs.)
- 0.5x C-mount adapter
- Black-and-white plate
- Frosted glass plate
- Reflected light oblique illuminator
- Microscope power cord
- Dust cover
- User manual and warranty card
Available on request:- 10x/22mm eyepiece with a scale
- 15х/16mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 20х/12mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 25х/9mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 30х/8mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 0.5x auxiliary objective lens
- 1.5x auxiliary objective lens
- 2x auxiliary objective lens
- 1х C-mount adapter
- Polarizer/analyzer set
- Darkfield condenser
- Ring light
- Ring light with a polarizer
- Ring light with sector control
- Dual gooseneck light
- Mechanical stage
- Universal stand with a focusing mechanism
- Gem clip
- Digital camera
- Calibration slide
Microscope specifications
Microscope design: upright
Image field: stereo
Microscopy techniques: brightfield, darkfield (optional), polarized light (optional)
Optical design: Greenough
Microscope magnification, x: 6.7–45 basic configuration (optional: 3.4–270)
Microscope head: trinocular
Microscope head: 360° rotatable, lockable in any desired position
C-mount adapter magnification, x: 0.5
Inclination: 45°
Interpupillary distance, mm: 54–75
Eyepiece diameter, mm: 30
Eyepieces, x/field, mm: 10x/22 with diopter adjustment ± 5dp, eye relief (optional: 10x/22mm with a scale, 15x/16, 20х/12, 25x/9, 30x/8)
Zoom objective, x/working distance, mm/field of view with 10x eyepiece, mm: 0.67–4.5/105/32.8–4.9 (optional: when using additional eyepieces and objective lenses: 3.4–270/177, 47, 26/65.7–0.9)
Zoom ratio: 6.7:1
Stage plate: black-and-white plate Ø95mm, frosted glass plate
Focusing mechanism: coarse focusing knobs on both sides
Coarse focusing travel, mm: 106
Coarse focusing tension adjusting knob: +
Illumination method: transmitted and reflected light
Transmitted light source: 3W LED with adjustable brightness
Reflected light source: oblique illumination – 3W LED with adjustable brightness
Auxiliary objective lens, x: 0.5; 1.5; 2
Darkfield condenser: optional
Polarizer/analyzer set: optional
Power supply, V/Hz: AC power supply, 115–230/50/60
Operating temperature range, °C: 0… 40
Operating humidity range, %: 20… 85
Camera specifications
Sensor: Aptina CMOS
Color/monochrome: color
Number of megapixels: 20
Maximum resolution, px: 5120x3840
Sensor size: 1/1.8" (7.17x5.38)
Pixel size, µm: 1.4x1.4
Light sensitivity: 8.4 ke−/lux.sec
Signal/noise ratio: 36.3dB
Exposure: 0.2ms~15s
Video recording: +
Frame rate, fps at resolution, px: 20fps@5120x3840; 45fps@2560x1920
Dynamic range, dB: 65.8
Mounting location: trinocular tube, eyepiece tube instead of an eyepiece
Image format: *.jpg, *.bmp, *.png, *.tif
Video format: *.wmv, *.avi, *.h264 (Win 8 or newer), *h265 (Win 10 or newer)
Spectral range, nm: 380–650 (IR-filtered)
Shutter type: ERS (electronic rolling shutter)
White balance: auto/manual
Exposure control: auto/manual
Software features: image size, brightness, exposure time
Port: USB 3.0, 5Gbps
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, 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: –10... 50
Operating humidity range, %: 30… 80