MicroFlip 100x-250x, LED UV Pocket Microscope with Smartphone Clip, STEM Education (MP-250)
Product description
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100x-250x LED UV Pocket Microscope
MicroFlip
- Aspheric lens system for ultra precise image quality.
- Smartphone digiscoping clip included.
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Lab Tested Magnification
Our team of Engineers personally test each and every one of our optical products for 100% magnification accuracy. Don't be fooled by what you see!
Versatile Magnification Range
Zoom from 100x to 250x for precise exploration, ideal for various applications including inspecting geology, biological specimen, or everyday objects!
Excellent Illumination
Enjoy clear visibility with the built-in LED and UV lights, perfect for professional fieldwork, classrooms, and all other detailed observations.
Effortless Digiscoping
Easily capture your discoveries with the smartphone adapter clip, ideal for sharing and recording research findings across diverse fields.
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Do I need slides to use this portable microscope?
No, the MicroFlip is incredibly versatile. It easily transforms into a slide-based or field microscope for direct observation with a quick flip, providing flexibility in your exploration. The slide base stays flush until you're ready to use it.
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What observations are possible with this microscope?
The MicroFlip microscope allows observation of animal and plant cells, bacteria, viruses, and geological samples, aiding in biology and geology research.
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Do I have to use a phone, or can I look through the microscope?
You can observe specimens through the microscope or use the smartphone adapter clip to capture images and videos with your phone. Use the CarsonCam App to convert your pocket microscope into a digital microscope with a correctly oriented image.
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Is the Carson MicroFlip recommended for beginners or professionals?
The MicroFlip is suitable for beginners and professionals alike. Whether you're a student or an experienced scientist, its adaptability suits your needs. Ideal for research, education, and career advancement.
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How do I get the best image when focusing with this portable microscope?
Always practice focusing on a flat object at the lowest power setting. Slowly turn the knob until you get close to seeing a focused image. Then turn the knob extremely slowly to get the perfect focus. Then up the power setting and slightly refocus.
- Smartphone Digiscoping - The included smartphone digiscoping clip lets you document your findings, and allows children, students and educators to share their discoveries with ease.
- High Clarity Imaging - The lens system of the MicroFlip greatly reduces distortion, and provides sharp images, making it an ideal choice for students studying the field of microbiology.
- STEM Toy - Dive into biology with the MP-250 pocket microscope educational toy. Explore cells, bacteria, and viruses with versatile illumination and magnification
- On-The-Go Exploration - With its lightweight design, and wrist strap, this pocket microscope is the perfect educational toy for fieldwork, enabling children to explore and experiment anywhere.
- Magnification & Illumination - Explore bacteria, microorganisms with 100x to 250x magnification, revealing details under various lighting conditions