Compound microscope, also known as compound optical microscope, is a microscope that combines two different optical systems and has the following features:
Versatility: Compound optical microscope combines the characteristics of high-magnification and low-magnification microscopes and can work in a variety of microscope modes such as holographic, tilt, phase, fluorescence, etc. This allows it to adapt to different observation needs and is suitable for many fields such as biology, materials, geology, petroleum, food, etc.
Wide range of applications: It can be used to observe and detect a variety of samples, including living cells, macromolecules, mineral crystals, etc. In cell research, compound microscopes can be used to observe the structure and function of cells, evaluate health status and treatment effects; in materials science, it is used to observe the structure, thermodynamic properties, etc. of materials; in the petroleum industry, it is used to observe the pore structure of core samples and evaluate reservoir performance and its oil and gas reserves.
High resolution and clarity: By using multiple lenses and advanced technology, compound optical microscopes are able to achieve a high magnification range (such as 20× to 6000×) and generate 4K ultra-high-definition resolution images. This makes the observation and imaging quality very high, and can clearly show the details and structure of the sample.
Automated operation: Some compound optical microscopes are equipped with a fully automatic adjustment system, which reduces the difficulty of positioning and focusing the target. In addition, high-performance lighting technology allows users to make full use of various lighting effects and brightness levels, further improving the convenience and accuracy of observation.
High cost: Compared with single optical microscopes, compound optical microscopes are more expensive. At the same time, its imaging quality may be affected by factors such as aperture difference, spherical aberration, and aberration. Users need to pay special attention to adjusting parameters such as contrast and exposure when using it to obtain better imaging effects.
