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title: "AmScope T690C-PL-10M Digital Trinocular Compound Microscope, 40X-2500X Magnification, WH10x and WH25x Super-Widefield Eyepieces, Infinity Plan Achromatic Objectives, Brightfield, Kohler Condenser, Double-Layer Mechanical Stage, Includes 10MP Camera with Reduction Lens and Software"
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# 10MP CMOS Camera with USB 2.0 40X-2500X Magnification Double-layer Mechanical Stage AmScope T690C-PL-10M Digital Trinocular Compound Microscope, 40X-2500X Magnification, WH10x and WH25x Super-Widefield Eyepieces, Infinity Plan Achromatic Objectives, Brightfield, Kohler Condenser, Double-Layer Mechanical Stage, Includes 10MP Camera with Reduction Lens and Software

**Brand:** amscope
**Price:** KSh111080
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## Summary

> 🔬 Capture the unseen, share the extraordinary.

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- **What is this?** AmScope T690C-PL-10M Digital Trinocular Compound Microscope, 40X-2500X Magnification, WH10x and WH25x Super-Widefield Eyepieces, Infinity Plan Achromatic Objectives, Brightfield, Kohler Condenser, Double-Layer Mechanical Stage, Includes 10MP Camera with Reduction Lens and Software by amscope
- **How much does it cost?** KSh111080 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- amscope enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted amscope brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Precision Stage Control:** Double-layer mechanical stage with 1mm graduations and stage stop ensures flawless slide positioning and protection.
- • **Ergonomic Trinocular Design:** Reduce eye and neck strain with a 30° inclined, 360° rotatable Siedentopf binocular head for collaborative viewing.
- • **Seamless Digital Integration:** Capture and share stunning 10MP images and live videos effortlessly via USB 2.0 connectivity.
- • **Ultra-High Magnification Power:** Explore microscopic worlds from 40X up to an astonishing 2500X with precision clarity.
- • **Optimized Brightfield Illumination:** Kohler condenser and halogen light with rheostat deliver crisp, high-contrast images for detailed specimen analysis.

## Overview

The AmScope T690C-PL-10M is a professional-grade digital trinocular compound microscope offering 40X to 2500X magnification with super-widefield WH10x and WH25x eyepieces. Equipped with a 10MP CMOS camera and USB 2.0 output, it enables high-resolution image capture and live streaming. Its ergonomic Siedentopf binocular head reduces strain and supports 360° rotation for easy sharing. The double-layer mechanical stage with precise graduations and a stage stop ensures secure slide handling, while the halogen brightfield illumination with Kohler condenser provides optimal lighting for detailed biological and educational applications.

## Description

The AmScope T690C-PL-10M digital compound trinocular microscope has a Siedentopf binocular mount with interchangeable pairs of 10x super-widefield and 25x super-widefield eyepieces, a reverse-mounted nosepiece with four DIN infinity plan achromatic objectives, Brightfield halogen illumination, and a double-layer mechanical stage with a stage stop to protect slides and objectives from damage. The 10MP camera has a CMOS color sensor, a reduction lens, image capture and editing software, and USB 2.0 output to capture or display still or video images on a computer or projector. The trinocular head has a vertical camera mount and a Siedentopf binocular mount with interchangeable pairs of WH10x and WH25x eyepieces, 55 to 75mm Siedentopf interpupillary adjustment, a fixed 30-degree vertical inclination to reduce eye and neck strain, and a 360-degree rotation capability to provide a more comprehensive view and enable sharing. Dioptric adjustment accommodates individual eye-strength differences. The vertical trinocular port accepts a camera with a 23mm or C-Mount adapter. The mechanical tube length is 6-5/16" (160mm). The reverse-mounted revolving nosepiece has 4x, 10x, 40xS, and 100xS (oil) DIN infinity plan achromatic objectives that provide color correction, focus over the entire range of the viewing field, and a longer working distance for improved focus when auxiliary components are utilized. The 40xS objective is spring loaded to prevent slide damage when focusing. The 100xS spring-loaded oil-immersion objective uses oil between the specimen and the objective lens to provide increased resolution over a standard objective. A digital compound microscope is used for inspection and dissection of specimens when two-dimensional images are desired, and where image capture, detailed records, or documentation is required.The 10MP digital camera has a CMOS color sensor for displaying still microscopy images and streaming live videos to a computer or projector. The camera has 40x magnification and a 0.5x reduction lens that ensures that the display has a similar field of view as the microscope eyepiece. The camera can be mounted in a C-Mount or any 23mm eye tube. The camera includes image capture and editing software that provides still image and live video capture and editing capability, including measurement functions. The software supports JPG, TIF, GIF, PSD, WMF, and BMP file formats and is compatible with Windows XP, Vista, 7, and 8; Mac OS X; and Linux. Camera drivers are compatible with Windows XP, Vista, 7, and 8; Mac OS X; and Linux. The software includes Windows APIs for native C/C++, C#, DirectShow, Twain, and LabVIEW that enable custom application development. The camera has a USB 2.0 data port (cable included).The microscope has Brightfield (BF) illumination which allows the specimen to absorb light, resulting in a dark image on a light background. Halogen light source provides bright light in a concentrated path, and a Kohler condenser focuses and centers the light path using two iris diaphragms, providing optimum contrast and resolution. The graduated double-layer mechanical stage, with 1mm stage divisions, locks the slide into place and provides precise slide manipulation along the X- and Y-axis to allow coordinates to be recorded, enabling the viewer to return to a specific location on the slide. A stage stop prevents the stage or specimen from coming into contact with the objectives. The stage is 7.1 x 5.9 inches (180 x 150mm) and a traveling range of 3 x 2 inches (75 x 50mm). Graduated coaxial coarse and fine focus has a focusing range of 1-3/16" (30mm) and fine-focus divisions of 0.002mm (0.0000787") that enable measurements to be taken. Focus knob tension control prevents the stage from drifting out of focus. The cast-alloy enamel-coated body is durable and resistant to stains and corrosion.Microscope Specifications Head Compound trinocular Magnification 40X-2500X Trinocular port 23mm or C-Mount Eyepieces (30mm) WH10x, WH25x Objectives (20mm) 4X, 10x, 40xS, 100xS (oil) infinity plan achromatic Stage Double-layer mechanical Lighting configuration Transmitted (lower) Condenser Kohler Diaphragm Iris Light source Halogen with rheostat, 6V/20W Illumination type Brightfield Power 85V-230V, auto-switching Camera Specifications Resolution 10MP (3584 x 2748 effective pixels) Image type Still image and video display and capture Camera type Brightfield Camera sensor 1/2.3" Aptina MT9J001 CMOS (color) Magnification 40x Reduction lens 0.5x Mounting size 23mm or C-Mount Frame rate 27fps at 872x654; 8fps at 1744x1308; 1.9fps at 3584x2748 Computer connection USB 2.0 (backward compatible on PCs only) File formats JPG, TIF, GIF, PSD, WMF, BMP Software package Image capture and editing for Windows XP, Vista, 7, and 8; Mac OS X; and Linux Camera driver compatibility Windows XP, Vista, 7, and 8; Mac OS X; and Linux Microscopes are instruments used to enhance the resolution of an object or image. Types include compound, stereo, or digital. Compound microscopes use a compound optical system with an objective lens and an eyepiece. Stereo microscopes show object depth in a three-dimensional image. Digital microscopes are used to display an image on a monitor, rather than looking through a lens. Microscopes can have monocular (one), binocular (two), or trinocular (three) eyepieces, with varying magnification abilities. Magnification ability refers to the size of an image. Resolution, also known as resolvant power, refers to the clarity of the image. The interaction between field of view (FOV), numerical aperture (NA), and working distance (WD) determines resolution. Microscopes can control magnification through a fixed focus, or through a range of adjustments. They can also utilize LED, fluorescent, and mirror light sources to help control viewing capabilities. Microscopes are widely used in education, lab research, biology, metallurgy, engineering, chemistry, manufacturing, and in the medical, forensic science, and veterinary industries.United Scope manufactures microscopy equipment and accessories under the brand name AmScope. The company, founded in 1996, is headquartered in Irvine, CA.What's in the Box?AmScope T690C-PL-10M microscope with double-layer mechanical stageWH10x eyepieces, 30mm, one pairWH25x eyepieces, 30mm, one pair4x DIN infinity plan achromatic objective, 20mm10x DIN infinity plan achromatic objective, 20mm40xS DIN infinity plan achromatic objective, 20mm100xS (oil) DIN infinity plan achromatic objective, 20mmImmersion oil, one bottle(3) Color filters10MP digital camera (MU1000)0.5x reduction lensUSB 2.0 cableSoftware CDSpare halogen bulbSpare fuseDust coverPower cordInstructions

Review: Excellent microscope - Excellen quality product. Fast service. highly recommended. Fantastic price. A very professional grade instrument.
Review: Does the job, but it takes some work. - When you pay for a microscope like this, you have to assume you’re not getting an Olympus or a Nikon, which is the case. I use this microscope at home, for diagnostic pathology review and CME. Works fairly well for that. However, it’s not parifocal between magnifications. If you expect the image to stay sharp between 4x and 10x, this is not the microscope for you. On the other hand, its not wildly off, so I don’t think it’s that much of a problem. The camera is not parifocal with the microscope either, so you have to focus it separately on the computer screen, which is not easy. I tried taking several pictures moving the focus know slightly between each picture, and then did stacked them using other software. That worked pretty well, but it’s added work. Also, I have not been able to use the Mac version of the software because it’s not approved by Apple and the OS will not let it run, but the Windows version, which also has more functions, works. The software is not great, but functional, once you get the hang of it. You do have to do the white balance adjustment, but one you set it, you don’t have to do it again. If you don’t know what this is, and your pictures are horrible, you need to read more about photo microscopy. The other major problem with the camera, and the microscope itself, is that, at 4x, there is a central hotspot and significant vignetting. There is a claim of even Koehler illumination, but this is not true at 4X. This is not as noticeable at 10x, and absent at 40x. The images were also too bright. You need to set the exposure to “Manual”, and adjust it yourself. This made much better pictures. As for overall sharpness, a tough of increased vibrancy and sharpness with Photoshop or Lightroom works well, after you’ve done your focus stacking. Images taken with more expensive microscopes often need this too. I tried the oil immersion lens. Worked well. It’s not used often, but when you need it, you really need it. Pictures are a tad soft, and lack contrast, but you can fix that in your favorite picture remediation software. The microscope itself is built like a tank, and is quite heavy and solid. If need be, you can use it as a weapon. Overall, although not a premium microscope, the view through the eyepiece, and the pictures you take, are serviceable, assuming you know what you’re doing. Clearly, the ability to see what you need to see is not dependent as much on the quality of the microscope, as to the ability of the person looking through it. If you know how to use a microscope, you’ll do ok. This means knowing enough to overcome its limitations.

## Features

- Digital trinocular compound microscope provides high magnification for biological use and educational applications, and has a 10MP camera with reduction lens and USB 2.0 output for capturing or displaying images on a computer or projector
- Trinocular viewing head with vertical camera mount and Siedentopf binocular mount with pairs of 10x super-widefield and 25x super-widefield eyepieces with 55 to 75mm interpupillary adjustment, fixed 30-degree vertical inclination to reduce eye and neck strain, and 360-degree rotation capability to provide a more comprehensive view and enable sharing
- Reverse-mounted nosepiece with 4x, 10x, 40xS (spring), and 100xS (spring, oil) DIN infinity plan achromatic objectives that provide a longer working distance for improved focus when auxiliary components are utilized
- Brightfield, halogen illumination with rheostat to control light intensity, and Kohler condenser with two iris diaphragms for precise focus, clear examination, and light control
- Double-layer mechanical stage with 1mm stage divisions and stage stop; graduated coarse and fine focus with tension control to prevent stage drift

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00ALA16F2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #891 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #12 in Lab Compound Trinocular Microscopes |
| Brand | AmScope |
| Built-In Media | Digital Trinocular Compound Microscope |
| Color | Black, Silver, White |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer, Laptop |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 4 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Metal |
| Item Type Name | Digital Trinocular Compound Microscope |
| Item Weight | 23.6 pounds |
| Light Source Type | Halogen |
| Magnification Maximum | 2500 x |
| Manufacturer | United Scope LLC. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | T690C-PL-10M |
| Material | Metal |
| Model Name | T690 |
| Model Number | T690C-PL-10M |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Objective Lens Description | Achromatic |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Real Angle Of View | 30 degrees |
| Real Angle of View | 30 degrees |
| UPC | 608729745112 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Voltage | 230 volts |
| Warranty Description | 5 Year Manufacturer |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** AmScope
- **Color:** Black, Silver, White
- **Compatible Devices:** Personal Computer, Laptop
- **Item Weight:** 23.6 pounds
- **Light Source Type:** Halogen
- **Magnification Maximum:** 2500 x
- **Material:** Metal
- **Model Name:** T690
- **Real Angle of View:** 30 degrees
- **Voltage:** 230 volts

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it interface well with Apple computers and software?**
A: Hi Judith,I only have used it on windows pc's. I have no clue whether it works with apple software.-Kyle

**Q: what is the weight of the microscope?**
A: Just weighed the entire package as received less than 8kg packaging included ... hope this helps

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent microscope
*by D***B on July 24, 2024*

Excellen quality product. Fast service. highly recommended. Fantastic price. A very professional grade instrument.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Does the job, but it takes some work.
*by M***S on July 4, 2021*

When you pay for a microscope like this, you have to assume you’re not getting an Olympus or a Nikon, which is the case. I use this microscope at home, for diagnostic pathology review and CME. Works fairly well for that. However, it’s not parifocal between magnifications. If you expect the image to stay sharp between 4x and 10x, this is not the microscope for you. On the other hand, its not wildly off, so I don’t think it’s that much of a problem. The camera is not parifocal with the microscope either, so you have to focus it separately on the computer screen, which is not easy. I tried taking several pictures moving the focus know slightly between each picture, and then did stacked them using other software. That worked pretty well, but it’s added work. Also, I have not been able to use the Mac version of the software because it’s not approved by Apple and the OS will not let it run, but the Windows version, which also has more functions, works. The software is not great, but functional, once you get the hang of it. You do have to do the white balance adjustment, but one you set it, you don’t have to do it again. If you don’t know what this is, and your pictures are horrible, you need to read more about photo microscopy. The other major problem with the camera, and the microscope itself, is that, at 4x, there is a central hotspot and significant vignetting. There is a claim of even Koehler illumination, but this is not true at 4X. This is not as noticeable at 10x, and absent at 40x. The images were also too bright. You need to set the exposure to “Manual”, and adjust it yourself. This made much better pictures. As for overall sharpness, a tough of increased vibrancy and sharpness with Photoshop or Lightroom works well, after you’ve done your focus stacking. Images taken with more expensive microscopes often need this too. I tried the oil immersion lens. Worked well. It’s not used often, but when you need it, you really need it. Pictures are a tad soft, and lack contrast, but you can fix that in your favorite picture remediation software. The microscope itself is built like a tank, and is quite heavy and solid. If need be, you can use it as a weapon. Overall, although not a premium microscope, the view through the eyepiece, and the pictures you take, are serviceable, assuming you know what you’re doing. Clearly, the ability to see what you need to see is not dependent as much on the quality of the microscope, as to the ability of the person looking through it. If you know how to use a microscope, you’ll do ok. This means knowing enough to overcome its limitations.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great yet affordable microscope
*by M***U on January 15, 2014*

It's better than other "name brand" ones we have looked at and have used. The optics is very good; the digital camera is cool (and can be used on other microscopes in the lab); and the service (thru online live chat and email) is excellent. I highly recommend it!

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