The Trinocular Ore Microscope is designed for detailed examination of opaque and semi-opaque minerals using both incident and transmitted illumination. It features a rigid mechanical structure with a trinocular observation head for visual study and documentation. A complete polarizing optical system, precision rotating stage, coaxial focusing, adjustable condenser, and halogen illumination enable accurate analysis of mineral textures, reflectance behavior, and optical characteristics in geological and metallurgical laboratories.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Microscope Type | Trinocular Ore Microscope |
| Observation Head | Trinocular head |
| Illumination Modes | Incident and transmitted light |
| Analyzer | Sliding analyzer |
| Compensators | 1/2 wave and 1/4 wave compensator |
| Bertrand Lens | Provided |
| Focusing System | Co-axial focusing system |
| Stage Type | Rotatable circular stage |
| Stage Rotation | 0–360° with vernier |
| Condenser | Adjustable condenser |
| Condenser Numerical Aperture | N.A. 1.25 |
| Polarizer | Fully graduated with in–out system |
| Illumination | Built-in halogen lamp, 6V–20W |
| Light Control | Solid-state light control arrangement |
| Eyepieces | 5x (cross), 10x (ocular), 15x (optional) |
| Objectives | P5x, P10x, P40x / P45x |
| Power Supply | 230V AC |
| Packaging | Inner thermocol or styrofoam packing with outer cardboard box |
Trinocular head suitable for observation and image documentation
Supports both incident and transmitted illumination modes
Complete polarizing optical system for ore microscopy
Sliding analyzer for polarized light examination
Supplied with half-wave and quarter-wave compensators
Bertrand lens for advanced optical studies
Precision circular stage with 360° rotation and vernier scale
Smooth co-axial focusing for accurate image control
Adjustable condenser with numerical aperture of 1.25
Fully graduated polarizer with in–out mechanism
Built-in 6V–20W halogen illumination system
Solid-state light intensity control for stable performance
The Trinocular Ore Microscope operates by directing incident or transmitted light from the halogen source through a graduated polarizer to generate polarized illumination. When light interacts with ore specimens on the rotating stage, variations in reflectance and anisotropy become visible. The analyzer, compensators, and Bertrand lens allow detailed optical evaluation, while precise focusing and controlled illumination ensure consistent, high-contrast observation.
Ore and opaque mineral identification
Geological laboratory mineral analysis
Metallurgical microstructure examination
Material science research involving reflective samples
Educational training in ore and polarizing microscopy
Industrial mineral quality and texture assessment