The Olympus CX31 microscope is a device that is specifically designed for educational environments to provide durability as well as great image quality. This model is expected to be the quality of Olympus products at a price that educational institutions can live with. Launched in 1997, the Olympus CX microscope quickly became known as a reliable model for educators and medical technicians. This series sports the award-winning Olympus UIS2 optical system. The system allowed for an expanded field as well as better contrast and higher resolution. The CX31 has many features that make it suitable in educational environments:
Reliable, robust design
Corrected Plan C chromatic aberration objectives
Anti-fungal therapy
Exotic facing quadruple rotating objective converter
6V/30W halogen bulb light source
Fixed Abbey condenser
Ergonomics Designed for use and transportation
Built-in right-handed and non-rack design
Newly developed for the Olympus CX31 microscope are Infinite Correction Plan C achromatic lens objectives. These objectives produce stunning flat images, those that are crisp and accurate, all the way to the edge of the field of view. This feature is ideal for 10x and 40x target power and has received the highest rankings for flatness.
The light source of the Olympus microscope employs a 6V/30W bulb that produces high intensity light to illuminate any specimen. It also has an aperture variable iris and a standard field stop. These features amplify the high power of the bright light in any...
Before leaving the factory, each model gets antifungal treatment. Observation tubes, eyepieces and targets, all receive treatment. During this process the optical components are protected from any kind of humidity conditions that could be a problem when exposed to microscope acquisition. The microscope is ergonomically designed for use and transportation, making it comfortable to handle and easy to carry. The microscope has a built-in handle on the front and back of the unit, so it is easy to move it to safety. A great touch in busy science labs!
This model is also a good candidate for laboratory abuse as it is intended to live together. The targets, eyepieces, observation tubes, fire hoses, stage, and other components are securely attached. This prevents any loosening or dislodging during transportation in the microscope. The X-axis guide on the non-rack stage does not get sick, which helps prevent accidental collisions. In addition, it also has low-positioning coarse and fine focus knobs. This allows the user to make adjustments but maintain a comfortable and natural viewing position. The carrier itself is a non-rack design with low positioning controls. Outstanding flat-field images with Plan C flat-field objectives
The PLC series of flat-field objectives with the UIS system dramatically improves the flat-field nature of the image, maintaining excellent sharpness and clarity even at the edges of the field of view.The PLC objectives represent the highest level of image quality in their class by achieving a flat-field ratio of 95% at the most commonly used magnifications of 10× and 40×, which is particularly impressive. Bright, Uniform Lighting Quality
The illumination system uses a high-intensity 6V, 30W halogen lamp as the light source, which is a guarantee of bright images. The combination of a standard field-of-view diaphragm and a built-in condenser aperture diaphragm provides ample, uniform illumination at all magnifications. The Olympus CX31 microscope is designed to work and survive in a classroom environment. The ergonomically designed mechanism is both convenient and comfortable while still providing top-notch optical characteristics. Sure to expand learning opportunities in any classroom environment.
This Olympus microscope keeps in mind that quality construction is a good model, and the basic unit of most educational facilities is priced reasonably. However, the price tag is high enough for novice users to keep in hand. Recommended for: lab tech units, professors, educators, or any medical or science student. This model is best for everyday use and teaching.