Description
Binocular Stereo Zoom Microscope Head 0.7x-3.0x No Eyepieces or Objective
A binocular stereo zoom microscope head with a continuous zoom range of 0.7x to 3.0x. The zoom knob — graduated and visible on the top of the body — adjusts magnification smoothly, and as the zoom changes, the built-in aperture iris opens and closes in coordination. The head is in good used condition and is being sold without eyepieces or an objective lens.
Specifications & What's Included
- Type: Binocular stereo zoom microscope head
- Zoom range: 0.7x – 3.0x (continuous)
- Zoom control: Top-mounted graduated knob
- Aperture iris: Built-in; opens and closes smoothly with zoom adjustment
- Eyepiece tubes: Two (standard ~30mm diameter with silver retaining rings — verify compatibility before ordering)
- Internal optics: Two blue-coated zoom elements visible through objective port
- Housing: Black molded body
- Eyepieces: NOT included
- Objective lens: NOT included
- Stand/base: NOT included — head only
Applications
Binocular stereo zoom microscope heads like this are used in electronics assembly and inspection, PCB rework, jewelry and watchmaking, biological specimen preparation, gemology, and general laboratory work. The stereo optical path gives a three-dimensional view at low-to-medium magnification, making them particularly useful for tasks requiring depth perception and hand-eye coordination — soldering fine leads, dissecting samples, or inspecting surface features. A 0.7x–3.0x zoom body is one of the most common zoom ranges in the stereo microscope market, compatible with a wide variety of paired eyepieces (typically 10x WF) and auxiliary objectives to extend the effective magnification range further. This style of zoom head mounts to a variety of post or dovetail-style stereo microscope stands and is a standard replacement or upgrade head for many common stereo microscope setups. Buyers typically source these heads to replace a damaged zoom body, upgrade optics on an existing stand, or build a custom microscope configuration.
This binocular stereo zoom microscope head has been inspected and is in good used condition. The zoom mechanism operates smoothly and the aperture iris opens and closes correctly throughout the zoom range. No eyepieces or objective are included — what you see in the photos is what ships. The exterior black housing shows minor wear typical of used lab equipment. Please view our photo set and contact us with any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Unbranded |
Model: |
Binocular Stereo Zoom Head 0.7x-3.0x |
Type: |
Binocular Stereo Zoom Microscope Head |
SKU: |
50505 |
Zoom Range: |
0.7x – 3.0x |
Head Type: |
Binocular |
Optical Design: |
Stereo Zoom (Greenough-type) |
Eyepieces Included: |
No |
Objective Included: |
No |
Aperture Iris: |
Yes — opens and closes smoothly with zoom |
Eyepiece Tube Diameter: |
30mm (standard — confirm before ordering) |
Seller Notes: |
Head only — no eyepieces, no objective, no stand or base included. |
Compatible With: |
Standard stereo microscope stands with compatible dovetail/post mount |
Form Factor: |
Benchtop / Head Only |
Condition Notes: |
This binocular stereo zoom microscope head is in good used condition. Zoom and aperture iris operate smoothly. No eyepieces or objective included. Minor cosmetic wear typical of used lab equipment. Please review photos and contact us with questions. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |