Olympus U-POC-2 Polarizing Flip Out Condenser

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SKU: U-POC-2

Regular price $1,295.00
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Achieve versatile polarized light microscopy with this strain-free swing-out condenser, featuring:

KEY FEATURES

  • Strain-free swing-out top lens for polarized light microscopy
  • 360-degree rotatable bottom polarizer for precise alignment
  • 0.9 numerical aperture with iris diaphragm
  • 2x to 100x objective coverage for wide magnification range
  • Compatible with all Olympus BX series microscopes
  • Demonstration Model
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Product Overview

The Olympus U-POC-2 polarizing flip-out condenser is specifically engineered for versatile polarized light microscopy on Olympus BX series microscopes. This premium condenser features a strain-free swing-out top lens design that enables rapid switching between brightfield and polarized light imaging modes. The strain-free optical design minimizes internal stress in optical components, ensuring accurate polarization analysis without artifacts. The 360-degree rotatable bottom polarizer enables precise alignment with the analyzer for optimal extinction and contrast in polarized light applications. At 0.9 numerical aperture with an integrated iris diaphragm, this condenser provides excellent resolution and contrast control across a wide magnification range from 2x to 100x objectives. The swing-out mechanism allows the top lens to be flipped out of the optical path when not needed, providing flexibility for different imaging modes. Compatible with all Olympus BX series microscopes, this condenser is ideal for mineralogy, crystallography, polymer analysis, and any application requiring polarized light microscopy. Factory-new condition ensures optimal optical performance and reliable operation for demanding research and industrial applications.

Technical Specifications

Model Number U-POC-2
Condenser Type Strain-free polarizing flip-out
Numerical Aperture (NA) 0.9
Polarizer 360-degree rotatable bottom polarizer
Objective Coverage 2x to 100x
Compatibility All Olympus BX series microscopes
Condition Demonstration Model
Primary Advantage Strain-free swing-out design with 360° rotatable polarizer

Microscope Compatibility

Typical Applications

Polarized light microscopy and mineralogy
Crystallography and materials science
Polymer analysis and fiber identification
Geology and petrography
Quality control and industrial inspection
Research and advanced laboratory microscopy
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