Olympus BH2 Front to Back Dual View Microscope
SKU: BH2-FTB
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The Olympus BH2 Front-to-Back Dual View Discussion Microscope with Pointer Unit is a fully configured two-observer system built on the legendary BH2 research platform — enabling an instructor and student, or two clinicians, to simultaneously view the same specimen in a front-to-back arrangement, with an integrated pointer unit for precise feature indication during teaching and consultation.
- 👥 Front-to-back dual viewing configuration with pointer unit for simultaneous two-observer observation and guided feature indication
- 🔬 D Plan 4x, 10x, 40x, and 100x objectives covering the full magnification range from low-power survey to high-resolution oil immersion detail
- 🏗️ Olympus BH2 research-grade platform — one of the most respected upright microscopes ever produced, with a decades-long track record in research and clinical laboratories
- 📍 Right-hand mechanical stage, Abbe condenser, and 5-position nosepiece for precise specimen navigation and rapid objective switching
- 👁️ 10x eyepieces for comfortable, high-contrast observation
- ✅ Condition: Refurbished, Excellent — inspected and performance-verified
🔧 Product Description
The Olympus BH2 Front-to-Back Dual View Discussion Microscope combines the optical excellence of the legendary BH2 research platform with a purpose-built two-observer viewing system for collaborative teaching and clinical consultation. The front-to-back arrangement places instructor and student — or two clinicians — facing the same direction for simultaneous viewing of the same specimen, which is particularly well-suited for guided instruction where the instructor leads from the front. The integrated pointer unit enables the primary observer to indicate specific features in real time, directing the second observer's attention with precision — an essential capability for pathology teaching, diagnostic consultation, and research discussion. Four D Plan objectives — 4x, 10x, 40x, and 100x — cover the full magnification range from wide-field tissue survey to high-resolution oil immersion detail, suitable for histology, pathology, hematology, microbiology, and general biological research. The right-hand mechanical stage, Abbe condenser, and 5-position nosepiece support efficient, precise specimen navigation and rapid magnification switching. Professionally refurbished to excellent condition, this system is ready for immediate deployment in teaching hospitals, universities, and clinical laboratories.
🔎 Typical Applications
- Pathology and histology teaching with pointer-guided instruction
- Two-observer clinical consultation and diagnostic case review
- Cytology and hematology training programs
- Medical and veterinary school microscopy training
- Research group collaborative specimen observation
- Quality control and consensus review in clinical laboratories
📊 Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Frame | Olympus BH2 |
| Discussion Configuration | Front-to-back dual viewing with pointer unit |
| Observers | 2 simultaneous |
| Eyepieces | 10x |
| Nosepiece | 5-position |
| Objectives | D Plan 4x, D Plan 10x, D Plan 40x, D Plan 100x (oil) |
| Condenser | Abbe condenser |
| Stage | Right-hand mechanical |
| Condition | Refurbished, Excellent |
| SKU | BH2-FTB |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 30 lbs |
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