When the trinocular eyepiece tube is used, a digital camera can be attached. The DS-2Mv-L2, a color camera head combined with a standalone control unit, enables focusing and viewing of images on the built-in 8.4-in. LCD monitor without the need for a PC. The optimum imaging conditions that match the observation technique in use can be automatically set by clicking on the appropriate “scene mode.” Storing optimal images is easy.

The condenser comes with an aperture diaphragm with position guide markings for the 4x, 10x, 40x, 60x and 100x objectives to make operations quick and easy, ensuring perfect specimen images.

The coaxial coarse/fine focus knob is comfortably located at desk-height level. The focus knob and the stage handle are ergonomically designed and are located equidistant from the operator, meaning they can both be easily adjusted from a normal sitting position. In addition, the torque of the coarse focus knob can be adjusted.

The powerful long life 6V/20W halogen lamp is adjustable up to 6V for convenient illumination control. Replacing the lamp is easy and trouble-free. Simply detach the FL (field lens) unit and replace.

The microscope body is compact and lightweight. A cord hanger and storage case are available to make transporting and storing the E100 easier.

Simple phase contrast observation at 10x and 40x is possible with a single phase annulus slider. The aperture diaphragm automatically opens when the slider is inserted into the condenser. A phase contrast 100x slider and darkfield ring stop for 10x, 20x or 40x objectives are available as options.

A mirror unit is available for observation where there is no access to a power source. Removal of the FL (field lens) unit and insertion of the mirror unit in its place is easy.

Nikon has developed the new CFI BE Plan objectives, which feature superior image flatness, exclusively for the E100. Chromatic aberration and field curvature are corrected over the entire field of view. Images are clear and bright at every magnification. The E100 provides first class optical quality at a modest price.

Anti-mold paint and an anti-mold tablet are used in the objective lenses, eyepiece lenses and eyepiece tubes to prevent mold forming in high-humidity environments.

The Eclipse E100 employs a Siedentopf-type eyepiece tube that provides a constant and accurate eyepiece tube length. Both binocular and trinocular eyepiece tubes are available. A digital camera can be attached to the trinocular eyepiece tube.

The eyepiece tube is inclined at 30º, allowing comfortable viewing in a natural posture. By simply swinging the front part of the eyepiece tube, the user can adjust the eyepoint height by up to 34 mm to find the most comfortable height for observation. In addition, the interpupillary distance adjustment and the diopter adjustment ring are designed to accommodate a wide range of operators.

The high-quality revolving nosepiece has a superior internal detent click-stop mechanism. A knurled elastic covered grip around the base of the nosepiece makes the nosepiece easy to rotate and eliminates the need to touch the objectives.

The built-in stage has a double-plate mechanism with an XY dual travel control. The large, flat stage surface facilitates easy specimen handling. Because the height of the X-axis guide rail is level with the stage surface and the stage surface is flat and smooth, glass slides move easily over the surface. A springloaded slide holder is included.