Patrick,
Can you try again with a link? I don't see any information regarding =
the wattage on the light used. I'll let Tim or others comment on the =
other specifications. I do like the objectives that come with this th=
ough, in regards to their magnification, and the ability to capture video i=
s quite handy. One thing I can tell you is that buying a microscope i=
s a bit like buying a used car. Best thing would be to get your hands=
on it and try it out first. The quality of the objectives in regards=
to the glass they use can vary quite a bit. Some of the cheap micros=
copes on ebay will not show a very good image. With my Meiji, the rep=
resentative in my area offered to meet me and let me try it, and eventually=
just sent me the scope to use with the ability to return it if I didn't li=
ke it.
Here's what I'm using:
http://gardeningwithmicrobes.com/microscope.shtml
Tim's microscope advisory is also available to read on that link.
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From: Patrick Kennedy <mixelpix86_at_yahoo.com>
To: compost tea <compost_tea_at_yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 1, 2011 7:30 AM
Subject: [compost_tea] New to microscopes
Hello,
Just found a good deal on a Celestron model microscope and was hoping someo=
ne on the list might have an opinion one way or another about its usefulnes=
s for evaluating AACT:
LCD Deluxe Digital Microscope
General Features
3.5" TFT Touch Screen Panel - rotatable 180° horizontally
Built-in Digital Camera - 2mp CMOS Sensor
Image Capture Capability - Snapshots and Video
Quadruple Nosepiece with 4x/10x/20x/40x Objective Lenses
4x Digital Zoom
Power Range from 40x to 1600x
1GB Internal Memory
SD Card Slot (uses optional SD Cards up to 4GB)
Mechanical Stage - 3.5" x 3.5" (88mm x 88mm)
Dual Focus (Coarse and Fine)
Top and Bottom Adjustable LED Illumination
Filter Wheel with 3-position Diaphragm
USB 2.0 Cable (used to upload images to a computer)
7 pcs. Prepared Slides
AC Adapter - Universal 110 to 240 volts with multi-plugs for virtual worldw=
ide usage
6-volt (4AA user supplied batteries) battery pack for field use
Carrying Case
Weight - 60oz (1.7kg)
I'd send a link to their website but this is my third attempt at emailing t=
he list and none have made it through, perhaps a url newB filter? Anyways, =
thank you I would appreciate any feedback.
Best,
Patrick
Received on Tue Nov 01 2011 - 13:45:13 EDT