Kern OPO Reflecting/Transmitting Polarising Binocular Microscope

Note: this product is available with standard 50W halogen illumination (OPO 183) or 100W Halogen illumination (OPO 185). Select an option using the dropdown box above when placing your order.

Kern's highest specification polarising microscope, this product is a must-have for all professional laboratories.

Similar to the Kern OPN series, the OPO improves upon the functionality of the OPN models by including a dual lighting system with both reflective and transmitting light sources available for a truly comprehensive view of samples during studies.

As standard this model is supplied with five non-stress Infinity Plan objectives with magnification at 4x, 10x, 20x, 40x and 60x. Other additional objectives, including versions for use at long working distances, are also available for purchase as optional extras (sold separately - please call for orders).

Kern OPO microscopes are fitted with binocular eyepieces and come with λ slip, Bertrand lens and quartz wedge. A full 3 year warranty is also included from Kern.

Kern OPO Polarising Microscope Key Features

• Standard (50W) or Premium (100W) illumination models available
• Ideal for all common routine inspections in professional laboratories
• Combined transmission and reflection light sources
• Nosepiece with space for up to five objectives
• Supplied as standard with 4x, 10x, 20x, 40x and 60x non-stress Infinity plan objectives (with other versions optionally available)
• Binocular-style eyepiece with 360° rotation and one-sided diopter adjustment
• Analyser unit with scale
• Center-adjustable Bertrand lens
• Completely rotatable specimen stage with center-adjustment
• Blue filter (amber, green and neutral options also available)
• Powered by standard 230V mains connection
• 3 year warranty included

Model Variations

The following table outlines the difference between both of the models in the OPO-1 series.

√ = included as standard

O = optional extra - please call for further information

Note: several items within this table can be bought by themselves. Please call us for more information (quoting the part number outlined below)