COLO.Science · Biological life science microscopes

OPTIC102 Series

Compact upright biological microscopes with infinity-corrected optics, configurable viewing heads, illumination and contrast techniques.

Working draft · Phase 1 · Not final

Series overview

OPTIC102 is a cost-effective laboratory microscope platform intended for education, medicine, clinical laboratories and biological research. The series combines a rigid metal stand and mechanical stage with an infinity-corrected optical system. Binocular and trinocular heads, LED or tungsten-halogen illumination, phase contrast, darkfield and camera connectivity are available according to model and configuration.

Infinity optical system

Independent infinity-corrected optical system with F=200 mm tube lens focal length.

Configurable observation

Binocular or trinocular Siedentopf head with 48-75 mm interpupillary adjustment.

Transmitted illumination

Adjustable 3 W LED or 20/30 W tungsten-halogen illumination, depending on configuration.

Stable mechanics

Die-cast aluminium stand, coaxial focusing, rack stop and right-hand X-Y mechanical stage.

Contrast options

Brightfield as standard platform, with phase contrast and darkfield options for selected setups.

Camera-ready options

C-mount adapters, microscope cameras and DSLR adapters are available for compatible configurations.

Common technical specification

Microscope type
Upright biological compound microscope; transmitted-light brightfield platform
Optical system
Infinity independent achromatic / plan-achromatic system, F=200 mm tube lens focal length
Viewing head
Siedentopf binocular or trinocular; 30° inclined; 360° rotatable; diopter adjustable; IPD 48-75 mm
Eyepieces
High eye-point widefield WF10×/18; WF10×/20 and additional eyepieces available as options
Nosepiece
Reversed revolving quadruple nosepiece with grip; quintuple nosepiece optional
Objectives
Infinity achromatic or infinity plan-achromatic objectives; spring-loaded high-power objectives
Condenser
Fixed, pre-centred and pre-focused Abbe condenser NA 0.9/1.25 oil, iris diaphragm and 32 mm filter holder
Mechanical stage
Right-hand coaxial X-Y stage, 142 × 135 mm; travel 76 × 52 mm; 0.1 mm division; holder for up to two slides
Focusing
Coaxial coarse and fine focusing on both sides; 1 µm per graduation; 100 µm per rotation; rack stop and friction control
Illumination
Adjustable 3 W LED, or 6 V / 20 W tungsten-halogen; other illumination options according to configuration
LED characteristics
Approximately 6000 K cool-white light; declared lifetime over 27,000 operating hours at full intensity
Power supply
100-240 V AC; removable region-appropriate power cord; USB/power-bank operation optional
Construction
Rigid base, die-cast aluminium stand, integrated carry handle and metal focusing/stage components
Surface protection
Antimicrobial/antifungal and chemical-resistant coating, according to configuration

Models in the OPTIC102 series

The official technical specification identifies the following ten model codes. Full commercial names and SKU assignments will be approved in a later phase.

OPTIC102BL OPTIC102BHPA OPTIC102BLPA OPTIC102THPA OPTIC102BHPH OPTIC102THPH OPTIC102BHUD OPTIC102THUD OPTIC102BH OPTIC102BTPA

Configuration matrix

Standard configuration Optional configuration Not listed / requires confirmation
Component / feature BL BHPA BLPA THPA BHPH THPH BHUD THUD BH BTPA
Viewing head and eyepieces
Binocular head, IPD 48-75 mm
Trinocular head, IPD 48-75 mm, split 20:80
Trinocular head, IPD 48-75 mm, split 50:50
High eye-point plan eyepieces WF10×/18 (pair)
High eye-point plan eyepieces WF10×/20 (pair)
Plan eyepieces WF16×/13 (pair)
WF10×/18 eyepiece with metal pointer
WF10×/20 eyepiece with metal pointer
Cross-reticle eyepiece WF10×/18
Objectives and contrast
Infinity achromatic objective set 4× / 10× / 40×(S) / 100×(S) oil
Infinity plan-achromatic objective set 4× / 10× / 40×(S) / 100×(S) oil
Infinity plan-achromatic objective 2×
Infinity plan-achromatic objective 60×/0.85 (S)
Positive phase-contrast objective set and centring eyepiece
Plan disc phase-contrast condenser
Plan disc phase-contrast condenser with 10×/40× darkfield function
Stage, nosepiece and condenser
Right-hand mechanical stage, 142 × 135 mm; travel 76 × 52 mm; two-slide holder
Right-hand mechanical stage, 156 × 138 mm; travel 76 × 54 mm
Rackless right-hand stage, 185 × 177 mm; travel 75 × 50 mm
Reversed quadruple nosepiece with click stops and grip
Reversed quintuple nosepiece with click stops and grip
Abbe condenser NA 0.9/1.25
Koehler illuminator without field diaphragm
Koehler illuminator with field diaphragm
Illumination and imaging
6 V / 20 W tungsten-halogen illumination
6 V / 30 W tungsten-halogen illumination
3 W LED illumination
3 W LED illumination with rechargeable batteries
1× C-mount
0.5× or 0.65× C-mount
Microscope camera and software, according to customer requirements
USB charging port / external power bank support
Nikon or Canon DSLR adapter
Included and optional accessories
Blue filter, Ø32 mm
Green filter, yellow filter or ground glass, Ø32 mm
Immersion oil, 10/20/30 ml according to customer requirements
User manual, dust cover and Ø2 mm Allen screwdriver
Removable power cord (EU/US/UK/IEC), according to customer requirements
250 V / 3.15 A, Ø5 × 20 mm fuse (pair)
Spare 20/30 W tungsten-halogen or 3 W LED lamp

Additional configurable accessories

Contrast techniques

Positive or negative phase contrast, multi-purpose contrast condenser and darkfield condenser.

Digital imaging

COLO digital microscope cameras, calibration slide, C-mount adapters and DSLR adapters.

Portable operation

USB charging port and support for an external rechargeable power bank.

Working notes and approval status

Not for final publication. This phase transfers and normalizes the 2020 source specification. Model naming, SKU mapping, exact included quantities, the meaning of suffixes and any apparent inconsistencies in the original configuration table still require commercial and technical approval.

Review flags: confirm the standard illumination assignment for BTPA; confirm whether rubber eyeguards are standard or optional; confirm the wording “Koehler illuminator without field diaphragm”; confirm Canon spelling and supported DSLR mounts.