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DC3-420TH

Suggested Retail Price $ 1,475.00

Microscope Diagram

 

Model DC3-420TH

The convenience and versatility of viewing large picture at 10x magnification, then zooming continuously all the way to close-up detail at 40x magnification. Upright, unreversed 3-dimensional image remains in focus throughout zoom range. Superb optical clarity and reliable mechanical engineering assure years of top performance. This microscope is fully functional, independent of camera application.

THIS UNIT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH VISTA OR 

64 BIT SYSTEMS

OPTICAL SYSTEM

  • Paired widefield 10x eyepieces are 45° inclined, with dual diopter adjustments, interpupillary adjustment from 55mm to 75mm.
  • Achromatic, color corrected lenses.
  • Continuous magnification from 10x thru 40x. See specification chart for full range available with use of optional auxiliary lenses.

ILLUMINATION

  • Top light is 12v 15 watt halogen, bi-pin with directional beam and rheostat control.
  • Bottom light is 12V 10 watt halogen, bi-pin.
  • Base mounted light controls permit choice of top only, bottom only, or dual illumination.
  • 12VDC power converted operates on 100v-240v 50H/60H current, without need of additional transformer.
  • 2.5 amp time delay fuse.

FOCUSING

  • Large dual focusing knobs with slip clutch to prevent damage to mechanism.
  • Tension adjustment eliminates focus “drift”.

STAGE

  • Large 165mm wide x 220mm deep stage surface.
  • Two 80mm stage plates (frosted glass and reversible black/white plastic contrast plates).
  • Blue filter for transmitted light.
  • Locked on stage clips.

FRAME

  • Professional, all-metal frame, gray enamel finish.
  • Heavy-duty post mount with locking support collar, permits up or down adjustment of viewing head to accommodate different sized objects on stage.
  • Height: 330mm (13 in.) extends to 433mm (17 in.) for larger objects.
  • Net wt. 5.1 kgs (11.2 lbs)

PACKING

  • Molded styrofoam container with rubber eyeshields, vinyl dustcover and instruction manual.
  • Individual: Ship wt. 8.2 (18 lbs), Dimensions 450x425x275mm (18x17x11 in.)
  • Master carton pack 1 each: Ship wt. 8.2 kgs (18 lbs), Dimensions 450x425x275mm (18x17x11 in.)

WARRANTY

Click Here For DC3-420TH Supplemental Instruction Information

 

*Please Note:  When using this model with optional 715-420 1.5X auxiliary objective lens, user must purchase additional 4 dot calibration slide for computer measurement calibration.

MODEL DC3-420TH OPTICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Eyepieces

Zoom
Objective
Position

Standard Objective
1X
(supplied)

Auxiliary Objective
0.5X
(Optional)

Auxiliary Objective
0.75X
(Optional)

Auxiliary Objective
1.5X
(Optional)

Working Distance 79mm

Working Distance 137mm

Working Distance 90mm

Working Distance 34mm

Total
Magnification

Field
Size

Total
Magnification

Field
Size

Total
Magnification

Field
Size

Total
Magnification

Field
Size

WF5X
Field No.22
(Optional)
(No Reticle Holder)
Interpupillary
Distance
59~83

1X

5X

22mm

2.5X

44mm

3.75X

29.3mm

7.5X

14.7mm

2X

10X

11mm

5X

22mm

7.5X

14.6mm

15X

7.3mm

3X

15X

7.3mm

7.5X

14.7mm

11.25X

9.8mm

22.5X

4.9mm

4x

20X

5.5mm

10X

11mm

15X

7.3mm

30X

3.7mm

WF10X
Field No. 20
(Supplied)
Accepts Reticle 23mm O.D.
Interpupillary Distance
54~78

1X

10X

20mm

5X

40mm

7.5X

26.7mm

15X

13.3mm

2X

20X

10mm

10X

20mm

15X

13.3mm

30X

6.7mm

3X

30X

6.7mm

15X

13.3mm

22.5X

8.9mm

45X

4.4mm

4x

40X

5mm

20X

10mm

30X

6.7mm

60X

3.3mm

WF15X
Field No. 13
(optional)
(No Reticle Holder)
Interpupillary Distance
50.5~74.5

1X

15X

13mm

7.5X

26mm

11.25X

17.3mm

22.5X

8.7mm

2X

30X

6.5mm

15X

13mm

22.5X

8.7mm

45X

4.3mm

3X

45X

4.3mm

22.5X

8.7mm

33.75X

5.8mm

67.5X

2.9mm

4x

60X

3.25mm

30X

6.5mm

45X

4.3mm

90X

2.2mm

WF20X
Field No. 10
(optional)
(No Reticle Holder)
Interpupillary Distance
52~76

1X

20X

10mm

10X

20mm

15X

13.3mm

30X

6.7mm

2X

40X

5mm

20X

10mm

30X

6.7mm

60X

3.3mm

3X

60X

3.3mm

30X

6.7mm

45X

4.4mm

90X

2.2mm

4x

80X

2.5mm

40X

5mm

60X

3.3mm

120X

1.7mm

Model

Specimen Height

Specimen Height

Specimen Height

Specimen Height

Minimum

Maximum

Minimum

Maximum

Minimum

Maximum

Minimum

Maximum

DC3-420TH

0.0mm

93mm

0.0mm

19mm

0.0mm

66mm

0.0mm

120mm


THE CAMERA

This model permits separate or simultaneous hook-up to computer and video monitor, or to projector, with supplied USB, S and RCA cables. Easy-to-use, Motic Images 2000 software for capturing, labeling, measuring, storing and e-mailing images, plus a host of other exciting options. Requires a PC with Windows 98 or above.

SPECIFICATIONS – NATIONAL DIGITAL MICROSCOPE #DC3-420TH
(NTSC, USB & RCA ports, digital and analog signals for use with computer, video, projector)

Technical Data
  NTSC (analog signal) USB (digital sig.)
Image device 1/3 in. interline CCD 1/3 in. interline CCD
Effective pixels (H) 768 x (V) 494 (H) 712 x (V) 582
Framed resolution 480 TV lines 320 x 240 pixels
Electronic shutter 525 lines, 60 field/sec 30 frames/sec
Sync System Internal Sync N/A
Audio output Transmission across Image 2000 direct into memory of PC Same
S/N Ratio More than 48dB (AGC off) N/A
Gamma Characteristic 0.45 N/A
White balance Auto white balance Same
B.L.C. Back light compensation (auto) Same
Minimum illumination 0.1 Lux (F:2.0) 0.1 Lux (F:2.0)
Data transfer 7.5 MB/second Same
Color Image Take-up time below one second Same
Color depth 24 bit (16.7 million colors) Same
Electronic shutter 1/60-1/100,000 sec -
Power supply 12v +/- 10% DC Self powered
Consumption 180mA 280mA
Data format BMP, JPG, MIG (for recording) Same


System Requirements

Operating System Windows 98 or above, Mac OS 9.2
Computer Requirements Intel Pentium, CPU 200 Mhz or above, RAM 128 MB or above, Hard disk 200 MB or above, CD-ROM drive, USB plug, sound card, speaker and microphone for video and audio recording, a modem for e-mail, video conference and video mail. NOTE: If you are using Windows XP, your computer must have a minimum of 256 MB of RAM for Motic Images 1.3 to operate properly.
Immediate Printout On printer
Position and size of image on monitor Freely definable
Menu on monitor Pull-down menus for opening, storing, printing, print preview, regulator for brightness, color, gamma correction. Icons for recording, image interpolation, switching between large and small image, image quality, automatic and manual white balance.
Image data Automatic reference number, date, time
Interactive adjustment Color, brightness, contrast
Import of stored data Possible


Environmental conditions

Operating temperature -50°F to +120°F Same
Storage temperature -70°F to +140°F  
Relative humidity 40% to 95%  


CAMERA WARRANTY:

SOFTWARE WARRANTY:


Available Parts & Accessories

800-160 Replacement bulb, 12v 20 watt halogen bi-pin  
800-170 Replacement bulb, 12v 10 watt halogen, bi-pin  
975-002 Carrying case,anodized aluminum,fabric lining,accessory pockets,Velcro straps, keyed lock. Interior dimensions: 17-1/4 x 8 x 11-3/4 inches. For all models.  
D-971-002 Replacement calibration slide for use with stereo microscopes (works only in conjunction with use of Motic Images 2000 software.  
D-905 Power supply converter (100-240v 47-63 Hz in, 12v out) with power cord *All digital microscopes supplied with power pack that automatically converts input of 100-240Vac 50-60Hz to 12V output. UL and CE listed.  
 
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