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by lorez
Thu Jul 25, 2019 1:01 am
Forum: For forum members who want to buy and sell equipment
Topic: Objective canisters
Replies: 0
Views: 2387

Objective canisters

Hello all, I have a million, or so, plastic objective canisters with RMS threaded caps which are suitable for most of the older scopes. They will not work with newer Olympus (BX) or Nikon (Eclipse and newer). Available to the US in a $8.00 flat rate box which may hold a dozen, or so. Make a reasonab...
by lorez
Wed Jun 26, 2019 3:01 am
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: Achromatic Super Contrast versus Full Plan (Motic)
Replies: 7
Views: 5593

Re: Achromatic Super Contrast versus Full Plan (Motic)

What is your personal microscope experience ?
by lorez
Sun Jun 16, 2019 3:11 am
Forum: For forum members who want to buy and sell equipment
Topic: Nikon E400 with many accessories, anyone have any idea what it's worth?
Replies: 7
Views: 4495

Re: Nikon E400 with many accessories, anyone have any idea what it's worth?

You have what appears to be a very nice instrument. I've had some experience with the E400 and phase objectives and believe that they are great objectives which produce very fine images. The positive side are the objectives; the negative side is the stand. The objectives can be used on later model s...
by lorez
Thu Jun 13, 2019 1:29 am
Forum: Beginner's corner
Topic: Which Microscope?
Replies: 28
Views: 18129

Re: Which Microscope?

For the budget you are allowing you don't have much latitude with your choices, but in this price range either of the microscopes will probably show you enough to decide whether you want to continue. Neither of the scopes offer any more than the minimum, in spite of the advertising 'hyperbole', and ...
by lorez
Sun Oct 14, 2018 4:40 am
Forum: Beginner's corner
Topic: pls help with recc. a microscope
Replies: 19
Views: 9722

Re: pls help with recc. a microscope

Thanks Tom and 75RR.

I did not even think about the phone, but that's a great idea. Adapters are very reasonable (cheep).

I'll try to send Lisa from Oahu a private message.

lorez
by lorez
Sun Oct 14, 2018 3:19 am
Forum: Beginner's corner
Topic: pls help with recc. a microscope
Replies: 19
Views: 9722

Re: pls help with recc. a microscope

If you would like a referral to a professional who is on Oahu send me a message.

lorez
by lorez
Sat Oct 13, 2018 11:50 pm
Forum: Beginner's corner
Topic: pls help with recc. a microscope
Replies: 19
Views: 9722

Re: pls help with recc. a microscope

I will give you a microscope that will be better than what you can get for $200 and you can use that money to purchase a better camera. Send me a message if you are interested.

lorez
by lorez
Wed Sep 19, 2018 10:23 pm
Forum: For forum members who want to buy and sell equipment
Topic: Objective cases and turret plugs
Replies: 0
Views: 2564

Objective cases and turret plugs

For sale in US only: RMS objective cases $2.00, Turret plugs for RMS objectives $1.00. Minimum 4 of each item. Items will be shipped in flat rate boxes at $7.60.

lorez
by lorez
Sat Sep 15, 2018 7:14 pm
Forum: Collecting microscopes and slides
Topic: My favorite microscope repairman's trick...
Replies: 8
Views: 7878

Re: My favorite microscope repairman's trick...

I apprenticed for 4 years with a master machinist, Klaus Wirbelauer
WOW ! That's a name from the past. I visited with Klaus on many an occasion, back in the day. He was very kind and generous until you (I) asked a really stupid question.

lorez
by lorez
Fri Aug 17, 2018 3:28 am
Forum: My microscope
Topic: Recent acquisition: Nikon...somethingphot, maybe?
Replies: 4
Views: 4082

Re: Recent acquisition: Nikon...somethingphot, maybe?

Your scope is an Alphaphot YS2.

lorez
by lorez
Thu Aug 16, 2018 3:37 am
Forum: My microscope
Topic: B&L StereoZoom
Replies: 15
Views: 10869

Re: B&L StereoZoom

This one is 0.7 - 3.0x I have no idea what power the oculars are as I can't see any markings on the barrels from the posted photos. Does that make it a V.4? The stereo microscopes of that era were identified by their body design (magnification range) and stand type. Your body. also called a pod, ha...
by lorez
Sun Aug 05, 2018 6:13 pm
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: Olympus BH-2 Voltage Control
Replies: 4
Views: 2791

Re: Olympus BH-2 Voltage Control

If cleaning the slider does not work then it is the circuit board with the LEDs. At one time there was a secondary source, but I've not seen anything for some time. I now convert the BH2 to LED using a handy kit I have.

lorez
by lorez
Sun Jul 22, 2018 11:32 pm
Forum: My microscope
Topic: Choices for purchase????
Replies: 11
Views: 8204

Re: Choices for purchase????

I have quite a few used microscopes available. Olympus BH2, which was not on your original list is a good candidate. If you are interested you can send me a message.

lorez
by lorez
Sat Jul 14, 2018 10:31 pm
Forum: Home-made microscope adaptations
Topic: LED ADAPTATION TO AO SPENCER
Replies: 50
Views: 25643

Re: LED ADAPTATION TO AO SPENCER

I have a 3W LED kit that I have used successfully on quite a few varieties of scopes. The 3W is sufficient to replace a 6V30W halogen. The power supply needs 110V and has variable intensity control. Some of these have been in professional use for five years.

lorez
by lorez
Thu Jul 05, 2018 3:22 am
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: 1650 Pelican Case
Replies: 14
Views: 10291

Re: 1650 Pelican Case

Anyone use a Pelican Case to store and transport their microscope? Is it worth it? Is there a downside? Looking into a second hand 1650 I do use Pelican Cases and find them well worth the $$$. I also work with others who use them in less than favorable conditions with no problems that are caused by...
by lorez
Sun Jun 24, 2018 11:28 pm
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: ?: Plan Objectives and Rack-and-Pinion condenser
Replies: 7
Views: 3912

Re: ?: Plan Objectives and Rack-and-Pinion condenser

'm expecting this upgrade to provide only an incremental increase in specimen viewing quality. The scope will use LED illumination. How big is your increment ? If it's small, just buy some better Nikon objectives. If it's larger, buy a Labophot, or Labophot2, or Olympus BH2. If you are just looking...
by lorez
Sat Apr 14, 2018 1:30 am
Forum: Introduce yourself
Topic: AO microscope
Replies: 1
Views: 3107

Re: AO microscope

Post a photo of the piece and we will try to identify it.

lorez
by lorez
Fri Mar 09, 2018 3:55 am
Forum: My microscope
Topic: New Scopes-Microstar 410
Replies: 14
Views: 8341

Re: New Scopes-Microstar 410

The funny thing about the supposed focusing problem is; it's a 1.00 part and the guy who disentangles shopping carts at the mall, could fix it.
Apo, I'm interested to know about this mystery part.
by lorez
Fri Mar 02, 2018 9:45 pm
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: Diopter Jammed
Replies: 1
Views: 1919

Re: Diopter Jammed

A photo would be helpful. Although I've never heard of the brand you mention, the fact it's from Occupied Japan does lend a bit of insight. I'll put my money on the diopter tube extending as you turn the ring counterclockwise as seen from the top. I think the heat would help, but I would not use the...
by lorez
Sat Feb 10, 2018 4:07 am
Forum: Beginner's corner
Topic: Help to buy a microscope
Replies: 31
Views: 14440

Re: Help to buy a microscope

Hi Katerina, It may be that your son will use the scope for a while and then move on to other interests as many do, but if he is like me and many of us in this group he will have his first scope when he is 70. Whatever the case, I think the Fisher scope will give him a good start and probably last f...
by lorez
Fri Feb 09, 2018 4:57 pm
Forum: Beginner's corner
Topic: Help to buy a microscope
Replies: 31
Views: 14440

Re: Help to buy a microscope

Hi Katerina, I am coming a bit late to this discussion, but do have a dissenting opinion. I would choose the Fisher model over the LW because it is of much more durable construction. Whether the scope is ideal for your 11 year old is another discussion, but as far as the quality instrument there is ...
by lorez
Fri Jan 19, 2018 6:13 am
Forum: Collecting microscopes and slides
Topic: New to microscope forum.
Replies: 6
Views: 5638

Re: New to microscope forum.

Welcome to the group. If you are buying only cheap ugly microscopes they are probably not too rare. I would think it would be your choice as to how you made them look better. There are many good sources for instructions about lacquering. I have never done it. I don't go any further that carefully cl...
by lorez
Mon Jan 15, 2018 7:23 pm
Forum: Collecting microscopes and slides
Topic: B&l fine focus gummed up Help please
Replies: 12
Views: 7419

Re: B&l fine focus gummed up Help please

Photos of your microscope would be helpful.

lorez
by lorez
Wed Jan 03, 2018 2:29 am
Forum: Collecting microscopes and slides
Topic: Different solutions to the same problem
Replies: 13
Views: 6899

Re: Different solutions to the same problem

But as you see, an afternoon of elbow grease applied to each and they look pretty nice. They certainly do. Very nice. Back in the day when we were doing dozens of these scopes every week we decided to purchase an ultrasonic cleaner. After a few minutes of cooking in a suitable solvent the knurled k...
by lorez
Sat Dec 30, 2017 4:20 am
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: Looking For/WTB AO parfocal tube
Replies: 2
Views: 2265

Re: Looking For/WTB AO parfocal tube

I had a similar situation. It seems as though a question evokes a block.
Happy New Year.

lorez
by lorez
Tue Dec 26, 2017 12:59 am
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: What kind of Bausch and Loan microscope is this?
Replies: 5
Views: 3467

Re: What kind of Bausch and Loan microscope is this?

There's no serial number or anything. Although I was unable to see the photo at the link I am familiar with the microscope. During the time I was affiliated with B&L (independent dealer) all of their microscopes except the high school models ST and IST and later the 254-255 series had serial number...
by lorez
Sun Dec 24, 2017 5:47 pm
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: Wanted: A trick to ease the coarse focusing on a Nikon Optiphot
Replies: 9
Views: 5261

Re: Wanted: A trick to ease the coarse focusing on a Nikon Optiphot

Merry Christmas, everyone. Hobbyst46, unfortunately there are no suitable shortcuts for the proper lubrication of the focusing mechanism. I agree with zzffnn that the knobs should not be counter-rotated, but disagree about the WD-40. I would suggest never spraying that stuff anywhere on or around a ...
by lorez
Fri Dec 22, 2017 3:07 am
Forum: Illumination Techniques
Topic: Dark field difficulties
Replies: 23
Views: 14299

Re: Dark field difficulties

One thing that is often overlooked is the quality of the lenses in the system. I have conducted workshops where each participant provided their own microscope and even though the accessories being used were identical the results were not. All the technique in the world cannot produce a quality image...
by lorez
Sun Dec 10, 2017 5:52 pm
Forum: Introduce yourself
Topic: New/beginner hobbyist
Replies: 29
Views: 16558

Re: New/beginner hobbyist

Best option is buying a reconditioned used scope, such as American Optical Spencer 10 or 110 from a reputable forum member or dealer. But you may not be able to get it before Christmas. It probably just a coincidence that I have an AO10 that is in good condition and is available before Christmas if...
by lorez
Sat Dec 09, 2017 1:13 am
Forum: My microscope
Topic: New (for me) Nikon S. What do do about illumination?
Replies: 11
Views: 7485

Re: New (for me) Nikon S. What do do about illumination?

Oh dear ... Now I'm really confused The Ushio bulb does have a 1/2 silvered envelop, but will work well in your illuminator if it is not too long. Nikon used quite a variety of similar bulbs in their inventory. The Ushio was used in the Alphaphot model and in that situation was a dimmable bulb. The...