COLO.Science · Technical Specification
MET900 Series
Upright Metallurgical Microscope Family · 4 Models · Binocular / Trinocular · Reflected or Reflected/Transmitted Light
MET900 Series is a modular upright metallurgical microscope platform designed for advanced materials analysis, electronics inspection, metallurgy, coating evaluation, and industrial quality control. The family offers four core configurations with infinity‑corrected optics, Koehler illumination, and flexible imaging options.
4 models
Infinity optics
Metallurgical
Polarization ready
Reflected & transmitted
Trinocular camera
5‑objective nosepiece
Models covered
MET900BR · MET900TR · MET900BTR · MET900TTR
Upright metallurgical series
Upright metallurgical series
COLO.Science HQ
Polje ob Sotli 4
SI-3255, Slovenia
SI-3255, Slovenia
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MET900 Series · Upright Metallurgical Microscope Family · Technical Specification
COLO.Science · Industrial & Research Microscopy
MET900 Series Upright Metallurgical Microscope
MET900BR · MET900TR · MET900BTR · MET900TTR
Infinity plan optics
Polarization system
Mechanical stage 156×138 mm
Coaxial focus 1μm div.
Trinocular / C-mount ready
Product overview & core technology
| Microscope type | Upright metallurgical microscope family for reflected light (BR/TR) and reflected/transmitted light (BTR/TTR) |
| Optical system | Infinity corrected plan achromatic optical system, anti-reflection and anti-fungus coating |
| Observation modes | Brightfield, polarizing (built-in polarizer/analyser), optional darkfield / DIC compatible |
| Typical applications | Metallurgy, electronics, PCB, coatings, mineralogy, precision engineering, material research |
Model family configuration
| Model | Viewing head | Illumination configuration | Key applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| MET900BR | Binocular, 30° inclined, 360° rotatable | Reflected light only (12V 50W halogen) | Routine metallurgical inspection, cost-effective |
| MET900TR | Trinocular with 30mm photo port, 100/0 & 20/80 light split | Reflected light only | Metallurgical with camera integration, documentation |
| MET900BTR | Binocular, high eyepoint | Reflected + transmitted light (12V 50W ref. + 3W LED / 6V 20W trans.) | Combined observation, transmitted for transparent samples |
| MET900TTR | Trinocular with photo port | Reflected + transmitted light (dual illumination) | Most versatile, ideal for imaging and mixed material analysis |
Core technical specifications
| Optical system | Infinity plan achromatic, high-resolution coated optics |
| Eyepieces | EWF 10×/20 mm, high eyepoint, diopter adjustable; one eyepiece with crosshair / 0.1mm micrometer included |
| Nosepiece | Reversed quintuple revolving nosepiece, accepts up to 5 objectives |
| Objectives (standard set) | Infinity LWD metallurgical plan achromatic: 10×, 20×, S50×, S80×; 100× (oil or dry) optional |
| Stage | Right-hand mechanical stage, 156×138 mm, travel 76×54 mm, coaxial low-position controls |
| Focusing system | Coaxial coarse & fine, 100 graduations, 1 μm per division, 20 mm total travel, tension adjustable |
| Reflected illumination | 12V 50W halogen, Koehler illumination, built-in field and aperture diaphragms, filter holder |
| Transmitted illumination (BTR / TTR) | 3W adjustable LED or 6V 20W halogen, Abbe condenser NA 1.25 with iris, filter holder |
| Polarization | Built-in polarizer (360° rotatable) and analyser; slot for λ/4 or λ plates |
| Trinocular photo port | Ø 30 mm, C‑mount adaptable (0.5×, 0.65×, 1× available) |
Highlights & key features
Optical excellence
- Infinity plan achromatic objectives
- Long working distance metallurgical objectives
- Built-in polarization for anisotropic materials
- Koehler reflected illumination
- High-contrast, anti-reflection coatings
- Camera-ready trinocular versions
Precision mechanics & workflow
- All-metal, vibration-damped frame
- Coarse/fine focusing with tension adjustment
- Large mechanical stage with smooth movement
- Modular family: binocular/trinocular, dual illumination
- Ergonomic 30° inclined viewing heads
- Rotatable 360° for collaborative use
Family comparison table
| Feature / accessory | MET900BR | MET900TR | MET900BTR | MET900TTR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body type | Reflected only | Reflected only | Reflected+Transmitted | Reflected+Transmitted |
| Binocular head | Standard | — | Standard | — |
| Trinocular head | — | Standard | — | Standard |
| WF10×/20 eyepieces | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Crosshair/graticule eyepiece | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 10×, 20×, 50×, 80× objectives | Standard set | Standard set | Standard set | Standard set |
| 5× / 100× objectives | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical stage | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Abbe condenser NA 1.25 | — | — | Standard | Standard |
| 12V 50W reflected illuminator | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Transmitted LED/halogen | — | — | Standard | Standard |
| Polarizer & analyser | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| C-mount / camera support | — | Supported | — | Supported |
✓ Standard · ○ Optional / by configuration
Typical applications
- Metallographic structure & grain size analysis
- PCB, electronics and semiconductor inspection
- Coating thickness and surface defects
- Failure analysis and material research
- Mineralogy, ceramics & composites
- Industrial QA/QC, production control
- Liquid crystal panel & fiber inspection
- Educational and advanced research labs
Optional accessories & upgrades
| C-mount adapters | 0.5×, 0.65×, 1× C-mount for microscope cameras, standard and reduction optics |
| Digital microscope cameras | High-resolution USB3 / HDMI cameras (10 MP, 18 MP, etc.) for trinocular models |
| Additional objectives | 5×, 100× (oil / dry), extra LWD objectives for thick samples |
| Polarization & filters | Blue, green, yellow, ND filters; λ/4 and quartz wedge plates |
| Darkfield condenser | Swing-out or dedicated darkfield set for transmitted light models |
| Measurement | Optical micrometer, image analysis software optional |
Standard delivery scope
| Included components | Microscope body, selected binocular/trinocular head, eyepieces (10×/20 + crosshair), objectives (10×,20×,50×,80×), mechanical stage, reflected illuminator, power supply, dust cover, spare fuse, user manual. Transmitted models include Abbe condenser and illumination base. |
| Documentation | Technical datasheet, quick start guide, CE declaration. |
Customization & imaging solutions
If the standard MET900 configuration does not exactly match your application, COLO.Science offers tailored objective sets, digital camera packages, polarization upgrades, and motorized options. Contact our team for a detailed quotation and application-specific setup.
If the standard MET900 configuration does not exactly match your application, COLO.Science offers tailored objective sets, digital camera packages, polarization upgrades, and motorized options. Contact our team for a detailed quotation and application-specific setup.
Contact & Support
COLO.Science Lab Division
Polje ob Sotli 4
SI-3255, Slovenia · European manufacturing partner
Support for metallurgical microscopy, configuration, training.
Support for metallurgical microscopy, configuration, training.
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Important notice: This technical specification is based on MET900 series catalogue data. Final specifications depend on selected model, objectives, illumination type, and integrated accessories. COLO.Science reserves the right to update specifications without prior notice. For binding technical details, refer to the official quotation.