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Using a Microscope
for Dimensional Measurements
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There
are several different ways to use a microscope to take
dimensional measurements. Which one is right for you will depend on your
accuracy requirements, the physical size and characteristics of your target and the feature
involved, your magnification requirements, and of course your budget. Fortunately, we offer a
wide variety
of solutions to fit your particular application.
Below we will discuss four of the most common methods of microscopic
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Measuring Microscopes
We offer the complete line of Japanese-made Meiji Techno performance microscopes.
These are world-class systems with the best optics, yet are surprisingly
affordable. They allow measurement in the X, Y and Z axis.
Features Include:
- Superior optical performance
- High accuracy
- Metallurgical style illumination (reflective & transmissive)
- Digital calipers available on X, Y & Z axis
- Magnification to 1000x
- Can add a camera, reticle, polarizing filter, etc.
- Price range - $5K-$9K
Please contact us to configure the best system for your application at the best price. |
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Cameras & Software
You knew technology would step in and offer
a great solution at a great price! These cameras have the ability to
mount to virtually any microscope, and connect to your computer via the
USB port.
By calibrating the software with the
included optical calibration standards, you then have the ability to take accurate
measurements from the image on your computer screen with the click of a mouse.
Length, angle, area, you name it. Plus
you can annotate your image, draw arrows and features on it so everyone
can understand exactly what you're seeing. Need someone across the
building, or the world, to see what you see? Video Conferencing is
built in!
See more in our camera section and our
software details page, plus we have a line of microscopes with digital cameras
built in.
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Eyepiece Reticles & Stage Micrometers
Then there's the tried-and-true method...the eyepiece reticle, a.k.a. eyepiece
micrometer. We have almost 400 different designs and each design is
available in a couple dozen different diameters so we're sure to have one to fit your microscope.
Measuring with a reticle
is simple, the most common and least expensive method, and, with our huge variety of patterns, allows tremendous flexibility.
Plus, if your requirement is unique, we can generate a custom pattern to make sure it fits your application perfectly.
For even more accuracy, you can calibrate the reticle to your specific microscope's
optics with another optical standard called a stage micrometer. It is
typically a 1 x 3in. glass slide with a highly accurate pattern printed on
it in chrome. It's also available with NIST traceable calibration.
Want more information?
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