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by Dale
Mon Nov 07, 2016 8:16 pm
Forum: For forum members who want to buy and sell equipment
Topic: Wanted-junk 25mm objective ** I got them**
Replies: 14
Views: 6584

Re: Wanted-junk 25mm objective

Wahoo, quickly send me details. Dale Oops, sorry, Apo, I thought that link was from Lopez, who has friends with parts with attractive prices! Honestly, I can't think of another objective I could use. My spread is 4-10-20-40-60X. I dont use oil, so a 100X is out. BTW, the 15X eyepieces work very well...
by Dale
Mon Nov 07, 2016 8:12 pm
Forum: My microscope
Topic: One Ugly Family Portrait
Replies: 8
Views: 5585

One Ugly Family Portrait

There must have been a dust bunny over the Ipad's lens, making this the worst photo I've ever taken, but do to a request, I publish this, with great embarrassment. I am moving, and the packing process in the den is a nightmare. To all the members who have had a hand in my getting this far I offer my...
by Dale
Mon Nov 07, 2016 6:57 pm
Forum: For forum members who want to buy and sell equipment
Topic: Wanted-junk 25mm objective ** I got them**
Replies: 14
Views: 6584

Re: Wanted-junk 25mm objective

This is more like what I had in mind: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nikon-CFI-Plan-Apo-100X-1-4-Oil-Ph3-DM-infinity-0-17-WD0-13-Objective-MRD31905-/201583857336?hash=item2eef558eb8:g:Q~8AAOSwvg9Xb-W- 75, I am in the midst of packing for a move. I have just enough room to use one scope at a time. I was goi...
by Dale
Mon Nov 07, 2016 2:02 am
Forum: For forum members who want to buy and sell equipment
Topic: Wanted-junk 25mm objective ** I got them**
Replies: 14
Views: 6584

Re: Wanted-junk 25mm objective

Grasshopper feels like his chain is being pulled when asked to explain to the master, but jumps at the chance to do so. Nikon infinity obj's are 25mm, and 23mm go straight through the turret hole. Sadly, I just used the scope to diagnose my cats cutaneus histiocytoma cyst. The vet will back me up, I...
by Dale
Mon Nov 07, 2016 1:53 am
Forum: My microscope
Topic: My new stereoscope
Replies: 18
Views: 11557

Re: My new stereoscope

Sorry, can't help you there. My scope is binoc only, even though I have the hardware to
hang my Nikon on it. I have not tried diffusing my Ikea lights. Experience can be a humbling
thing, as much effort as I expended to get 120X, I use the 7 to 30X most often.
Dale
by Dale
Mon Nov 07, 2016 1:27 am
Forum: My microscope
Topic: My new stereoscope
Replies: 18
Views: 11557

Re: My new stereoscope

Here is a link:
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20169658/#
The base is really heavy, and is not required for 'flexible lighting' setups.
Dale
by Dale
Mon Nov 07, 2016 12:58 am
Forum: For forum members who want to buy and sell equipment
Topic: Wanted-junk 25mm objective ** I got them**
Replies: 14
Views: 6584

Re: Wanted-junk 25mm objective

Now I feel bad, you offered a cap, but another member beat you to it. His are infinity. (figure that out)
Now I have a pair of useless 23mm to resell.
Well capped in Seattle,
Thanks everyone
Dale
by Dale
Mon Nov 07, 2016 12:27 am
Forum: For forum members who want to buy and sell equipment
Topic: Wanted-junk 25mm objective ** I got them**
Replies: 14
Views: 6584

Re: Wanted-junk 25mm objective. Got one. thanks for reading.

You guys are scaring me! I got a cap. I'm cool, poor, but cool.
Dale
by Dale
Sun Nov 06, 2016 11:29 pm
Forum: For forum members who want to buy and sell equipment
Topic: Wanted-junk 25mm objective ** I got them**
Replies: 14
Views: 6584

Wanted-junk 25mm objective ** I got them**

I need to plug one hole on my E600 turret, and I don't need any more objectives.
The plastic plugs are rarer than hens teeth. Considering a rubber test tube stopper.
Dale
by Dale
Sun Nov 06, 2016 11:15 pm
Forum: My microscope
Topic: My new stereoscope
Replies: 18
Views: 11557

Re: My new stereoscope

I just added a dual fiberoptic, and it is truly great. The Ikea lamps sounded too good for the price, but now I have them all over the place. They are sometimes on sale for $8. My ring light just got in the way, but only because of the way it was attached to the scope. It works better on the dslr ca...
by Dale
Sun Nov 06, 2016 4:20 am
Forum: Specimens, samples and slides
Topic: Doing Diatoms
Replies: 492
Views: 4860769

Re: Doing Diatoms

Thanks Rod, just what I needed. Just checked my new neighborhood in Sequim
for streams, and there are many. Not sure about lakes.
Dale
by Dale
Sun Nov 06, 2016 1:51 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Visiting these forums
Replies: 3
Views: 3864

Re: Visiting these forums

Amen. What elections? Yeah Cubs, Go seahawks, hurray Huskies.
Dale
by Dale
Sun Nov 06, 2016 1:37 am
Forum: Specimens, samples and slides
Topic: Doing Diatoms
Replies: 492
Views: 4860769

Re: Doing Diatoms

Wow, 335 posts, after a lot of pm's I still have a few questions. Are the HP and PD really available at grocery stores? Just how little is little when adding PD, and how often should sample be checked? The flat well slides you all mention, are they all home made? Thanks for mentioning safety while c...
by Dale
Thu Nov 03, 2016 11:20 pm
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: turret dust caps
Replies: 9
Views: 5309

Re: turret dust caps

Thank you Carl, I'll check it out. May only need one as I'm contemplating a 4X objective, maybe
my supplier will also have a 2X. Sure an expensive way to keep dust out!
Dale
by Dale
Wed Nov 02, 2016 6:58 pm
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: turret dust caps
Replies: 9
Views: 5309

Re: turret dust caps

Duck tape on a Nikon, perish the thought! The Ebay guy that sold me the
wrong size is looking to see if he has any, but his time is limited as he is babysitting
a grandchild.
Dale
by Dale
Wed Nov 02, 2016 2:49 am
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: turret dust caps
Replies: 9
Views: 5309

Re: turret dust caps

Since I balk at using oil, there should not be any more obj's I could use to
fill those holes. Maybe a pair of junkers, but they would just be confusing.
Dale
by Dale
Wed Nov 02, 2016 2:42 am
Forum: Specimens, samples and slides
Topic: Research Pipette
Replies: 2
Views: 2895

Re: Research Pipette

Both, and Fan says I could even grab individual diatoms with this one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/172378964280
You must be up late watching the game?
Dale
by Dale
Wed Nov 02, 2016 2:36 am
Forum: Specimens, samples and slides
Topic: Field test for diatoms
Replies: 8
Views: 4944

Re: Field test for diatoms

Thaaaank you. I am all set.
Dale.
by Dale
Wed Nov 02, 2016 2:20 am
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: turret dust caps
Replies: 9
Views: 5309

Re: turret dust caps

PM me with an offer I cannot refuse and I'll send you some. lorez Ok, I'll trade you a pair of 20mm that sure don't fit an E600, even tho they are engraved NIKON, for a pair of 25mm's. If you think not I will pay whatever you want, surely less than the $9 I paid for these. I was really frantic toda...
by Dale
Wed Nov 02, 2016 1:26 am
Forum: Specimens, samples and slides
Topic: Research Pipette
Replies: 2
Views: 2895

Research Pipette

Is this a reasonable deal? It's graduated in 50 micro-liters . Primary use is for transferring fluid in
rinsing diatoms.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/272406575649?_t ... EBIDX%3AIT

Maybe you have an extra one? ? ?
Dale
by Dale
Wed Nov 02, 2016 12:14 am
Forum: Specimens, samples and slides
Topic: Field test for diatoms
Replies: 8
Views: 4944

Re: Field test for diatoms

Fan, I got a D in chemistry, because of making an explosive, still, with only a C I need help on some of the lab supplies for the Diatom project. I have 2 slightly different protocols that I can resolve, but some of the tools are a problem. Pipettes: Do I need a .2ml, a 1ml, and a 3ml pipette? Resea...
by Dale
Sun Oct 30, 2016 9:44 pm
Forum: Specimens, samples and slides
Topic: Field test for diatoms
Replies: 8
Views: 4944

Re: Field test for diatoms

I will have to see if there are any caves on the North side of the island. I really enjoyed those links, I understood a lot of it. Filter mesh is on its way. We will only have a rental car for a day or two, so my collection time will be quite limited, but I think I can get to a second beach easily. ...
by Dale
Sun Oct 30, 2016 6:17 pm
Forum: Specimens, samples and slides
Topic: Field test for diatoms
Replies: 8
Views: 4944

Re: Field test for diatoms

Perfect, thank you. All printed out, and a copy to take to the beach. I needed a good link to calibrated sieve sites, thanks for that also. Now, the bad news. Next year we are going to be on the North end of Kauai, and my plan is to go to Humalai Beach and collect olivine-flecked sand. Will the diat...
by Dale
Sun Oct 30, 2016 2:45 am
Forum: Specimens, samples and slides
Topic: Field test for diatoms
Replies: 8
Views: 4944

Field test for diatoms

Can anyone suggest a method for quickly analyzing beach sand for diatoms? I will have a microscope
of as yet undetermined properties. I am working on a mini-centrifuge, based on a very small cordless drill.
I have no nets or filters of any kind. Grateful for any help.
Dale
by Dale
Fri Oct 28, 2016 9:47 pm
Forum: Collecting microscopes and slides
Topic: Zeiss inverted
Replies: 21
Views: 10496

Re: Zeiss inverted

How do you polish these enameled finishes?
Dale
by Dale
Fri Oct 21, 2016 1:11 am
Forum: My microscope
Topic: What you can get for under $100
Replies: 35
Views: 17506

Re: What you can get for under $100

Never saw anything like that before! Put it on the watch list. Now that I have some bonifide sand, (thanks Fan) I can evaluate all the possibility's. From the images you have posted, it looks like darkfield would be the bestlighting, and quite achievable on a small single power scope. For once or tw...
by Dale
Thu Oct 20, 2016 2:16 am
Forum: Collecting microscopes and slides
Topic: Kayak microscope recommendation
Replies: 25
Views: 10928

Re: Kayak microscope recommendation

Good thread Fan, we are both looking for the same scope, right? Scanning for diatoms
in the field. If it works in a kayak it should work in my checked luggage. I have no parts
to complete a project scope. I need to use different search words to get better results, like
yours.
Dale
by Dale
Thu Oct 20, 2016 1:54 am
Forum: My microscope
Topic: What you can get for under $100
Replies: 35
Views: 17506

Re: What you can get for under $100

Vintage is what I've been searching for, also, but I need something light enough to
fly in checked luggage. These fine old instruments weigh a ton. My options are to carry
a 25lb scope, or a few lbs of sand!
Dale
by Dale
Tue Oct 18, 2016 10:13 pm
Forum: Specimens, samples and slides
Topic: Bad sand samples
Replies: 11
Views: 5591

Re: Bad sand samples

Well, from 2018 on we are going in April and October, and I will start diving for sand. My scope man is conjuring up some portable scope options. My only use for one would be scanning samples right at the beach. My first guess is something like this: monocular, 10X EP, 40X OBJ, no understage parts, ...
by Dale
Tue Oct 18, 2016 4:03 am
Forum: Specimens, samples and slides
Topic: Bad sand samples
Replies: 11
Views: 5591

Re: Bad sand samples

That is what Charles reported. I scooped right from the surface as the surf flowed
out, which I guess is wrong. Next year, at Kauai, I'll be better informed, and prepared.
Do you agree that I should stay well above the surf line and dig down?
Dale