Electronic parts keep getting Smaller. And Smaller.

1 Dec 2021

And my eyes aren't what they used to be. I have a nice portable Bausch & Lomb magnifier with really good glass, but it isn't lit and sometimes I have to move to better light or reposition the light I have. How about the Excelta 407 available now from Newark?

Excelta 407

navadeepganeshu over 3 years ago

And smaller!!!
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DAB over 3 years ago

Yes the new parts give a new meaning to the term microelectronics.
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fmilburn over 3 years ago in reply to Fred27

I have an Amscope and fully agree. For the most part I would use this for examining things quickly without having to put them under the microscope. More of a nice to have than an absolute need in my case.
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Fred27 over 3 years ago in reply to Fred27

Ah - just noticed this is in the Secret Santa section. A microscope is probably not a suitable Secret Santa present, but if you're treating yourself I can still recommend it!
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Fred27 over 3 years ago

I know it's a bit of a jump up in price, but I bought a stereo microscope about 6 years ago and it has proven to be well worth it. Amscope seems to be the brand to go for in the US - a good balance of price / quality. I'm in the UK so got an unbranded equivalent via eBay as Amscope weren't available here and shipping / customs was a pain.

I stuck a very brief blag about it here: https://0xfred.wordpress.com/2015/11/21/a-stereo-microscope/
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