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Name
of the equipment:
Sterio
Microscope with 5 MP HD Microscope Camera
Make
& Model:
High
Performance Sterio Microscope: Leica M165 C
Microscope Camera: MC170 HD 5MP
I-Stem
Registration ID-
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Category
of Instrument
Optical
Imaging/Microscopy/
Characterisation & Testing
Types of Analysis / Testing
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High-resolution
stereo imaging
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Sample
observation & documentation
Application:
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Environmental
sample inspection (microplastics, sediments, biofilms)
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Material
surface analysis
● Morphological Analysis
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Biological
specimen observation (insects, plant structures, etc.)
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Quality
control in industrial and research applications
Description
of Instrument
A stereo microscope, also known as a dissecting
microscope or stereomicroscope, is a type of optical microscope designed
for low magnification observation of three-dimensional objects. Unlike
compound microscopes which are typically used for high magnification
viewing of thin, two-dimensional specimens such as cells or microorganisms,
stereo microscopes are optimized for observing larger, solid objects like
rocks, insects, plants, circuit boards, and other macroscopic specimens.
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Features
of the equipment
✔ Motorized zoom &
focus for precise adjustments
✔ Apochromatic optics
for superior colour correction
✔ Integrated LED
illumination (transmitted & reflected)
✔ Ergonomic design for
long-duration use
✔ HD camera with
real-time imaging
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Unique
features/Measurement capabilities, if any
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8:1 Zoom Range
(0.78x–12.5x magnification)
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High-resolution
imaging (5MP MC170 HD camera)
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Software
compatibility (Leica Application Suite for image capture & analysis)
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Instrument
Technical Description and Major Specifications
(This
Specifications Limited to Major 5)
o Optical System:
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Magnification
Range: 7.8x – 125x
(with 10x eyepiece)
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Working
Distance: 60mm (standard)
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Field
of View: 30.5mm (at 1x)
- Resolution: 864 lp/mm (with 2x
objective)
o Illumination:
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LED
transmitted & incident light (adjustable intensity)
o Camera Specifications (MC170 HD):
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Resolution:
5MP (2592 x 1944 pixels)
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Frame
Rate: 15fps @ full resolution
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Sensor
Type: CMOS (color)
o Software
Compatibility:
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Leica
Application Suite (LAS) for image capture & measurements
o Supported File
Formats:
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.JPG,
.PNG, .TIFF
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Measurement/Sample
specifications:
o Sample Size
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Max
height: 60mm (working distance)
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Recommended:
<50mm thick for optimal focus
o Sample Type:
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Solid
or semi-solid (no liquids)
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Reflective
& non-reflective surfaces
o Sample Preparation:
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Should
be dry & stable for imaging
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No
hazardous/corrosive materials
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Quantity:
Single specimen (must fit within the 60mm working distance)
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State: Dry or
fixed (no wet/unsealed samples)
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Sample Type:
Solid or semi-solid (e.g., microplastics, insects, plant parts, engineered
materials)
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Size
Limitations: Max height: 60mm (recommended <50mm for optimal focus)
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Material Restrictions:
o No liquids, gels, or volatile
substances
o No corrosive/hazardous materials
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Pre-Preparation:
o Ensure samples are clean and
dust-free
o Reflective surfaces should be
matte-coated if glare interferes with imaging
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Documentation:
Provide sample details (material, expected features, areas of interest)
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Submission
Protocol:
o Max samples per session: 1
(sequential imaging for multiple specimens)
o Advance booking required for
time-sensitive samples
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Turnaround
Time:
o 30 minutes to 2 hours (depends on
complexity and required magnification)
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Output
Delivery:
o Images provided in .JPG, .PNG, or
.TIFF format
o Optional measurements/data via
Leica Application Suite (LAS)
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Internal
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External Academic Institutes
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National R&D Lab
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Industry
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300/- per sample
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600/- per sample
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600/- per sample
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1200/- per sample
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