Product Description
Stage -Compact ball-bearing rotating stage, 140mm diameter, graduated with vernier, lock and stage specimen clipsFocussing -Separate knobs are provided for coarse and fine focussing adjustments.Illuminator -Plano-concave mirror diameter 50mm mounted on gimble mount, interchangeable with sub-stage 15W lamp for 220V or 110V
Intermediate Tube -Built-in slide out analyzer, Lamda-Gypsum Plate, Lamda/4-Mica Plate and focussable Bertrand Lens. All slides are locked into the tube and can be inserted in the optical path as per requirement.
Compensator -Lamda-Gypsum Plate (1st order red compensating plate, 560 nanometers) and Lamda/4-Mica Plate (145 nanometers).
Objectives -Achromatic, Semi-plan Objectives P-4x, P-10x and P-40x SL.
Eyepieces -Widefield Eyepiece WF-10x and WF-10x with Cross
Polarizer -Fully Rotatable Polarizer on strain free abbe-condenser N.A. 1.25 with iris-diaphragm
Accurate Mineral and Rock AnalysisThe RPL-1 polarizing microscope provides high-resolution observation of rock and mineral specimens. Its precision optics and stable mechanical construction ensure reproducible results, which are essential for geologists, researchers, and educators conducting mineral identification or petrographic analysis. This makes it a dependable tool for both routine studies and advanced exploration.
Flexible Illumination OptionsEquipped with both halogen and LED light sources, this microscope adapts to varying requirements in different laboratory environments. Users can easily select their preferred illumination for optimal sample visualization, leading to clearer images and improved data accuracy during extended examination sessions.
FAQ's of Laboratory Polarizing Microscope RPL-1:
Q: How does the RPL-1 polarizing microscope aid in the study of rocks and minerals?
A: The RPL-1 employs polarized light and a precision achromatic 40x objective to reveal detailed structures and optical properties of mineral and rock samples. This facilitates accurate identification and analysis in fields such as geology and mineralogy.
Q: What is the operating process of the RPL-1 microscope?
A: The microscope functions manually, featuring a 140 mm diameter stage for stable sample placement. Samples are observed under magnification up to 400X, using halogen or LED illumination, controlled by standard power input with a 20W, 6V supply.
Q: When should the RPL-1 be used for mineral studies?
A: The RPL-1 is best employed when high-resolution polarizing microscopy is required, such as during laboratory research, educational demonstrations, or mineral identification and analysis tasks.
Q: Where is the RPL-1 microscope typically distributed and used?
A: Provided by distributors, exporters, manufacturers, suppliers, and wholesalers in India, the device is commonly found in scientific laboratories, educational institutions, geological survey departments, and research centers.
Q: What are the main benefits of using a monocular view head in the RPL-1?
A: The monocular view head simplifies observation and reduces instrument complexity, making sample alignment and study easier for educational purposes and routine laboratory work.
Q: How does the illumination system enhance sample visualization?
A: With adjustable halogen and LED light sources, the RPL-1 offers optimal brightness and contrast for examining a wide range of rocks and minerals, thus improving image clarity and aiding precise analysis.