Optical stereo microscope SMZ1270

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Product overview
The SMZ1270 series delivers an extended zoom range and high optical performance for observation and documentation of small object features. Designed for materials science, industrial inspection and in-line process control, it supports imaging, measurement and digital camera integration.

Key benefits

• Sharp, high-contrast images across a wide magnification range for detailed inspection of small components.
• Class-leading optical zoom ratio of 12.7:1 (0.63x–8x) for versatile coverage without changing the main optical path.
• Extended total magnification depending on eyepiece and objective selection to suit varied inspection tasks.
• Wide low-power field of view — up to 35 mm diameter at lowest zoom — for observing larger samples without re-positioning.
• Minimal chromatic aberration and bright images when using Plan Apo WF and ED Plan WF objectives.
• Broad compatibility with accessories and illumination stands to integrate into laboratory and production workflows.

Product highlights

• SMZ1270i adds an intelligent data link (smart zoom USB) to report zoom changer position to imaging software for automatic calibration adjustments as zoom changes.
• Double-objective changer nosepiece enables two objectives to extend magnification range without moving the sample; intelligent nosepiece reports objective magnification.
• On-axis vertical viewing for plan imaging of holes or pin structures without tilted perspective.
• Ergonomic design with operator-friendly control placement and variable-angle observation tubes for comfortable, fatigue-reduced operation.

Applications

• Failure analysis and verification of corrective actions.
• Component surface examination, crack detection and corrosion studies.
• Inspection of composite materials, textiles and precision machined parts.
• Quality control and in-line inspection for aerospace, manufacturing and construction components.

Optical components and options

• Eyepieces: C-W10xB (F.N. 22), C-W15x (F.N. 16), C-W20x (F.N. 12.5), C-W30x (F.N. 7).
• Objectives: Plan Apo 0.5x/WF, Plan Apo 0.75x/WF, Plan Apo 1x/WF, ED Plan 1.5x/WF, ED Plan 2x/WF.
• Tubes: P-B Binocular Tube, P-TL100 Trinocular Tube, P-TERG100 and P-TERG50 Trinocular Tilting Tubes (various inclinations) to suit posture and imaging needs.
• Wide selection of accessory functions and illumination bases compatible with the SMZ series.

Technical specifications

• Optical system: Parallel-optics type (zooming type).
• Zoom ratio: 12.7:1.
• Zoom range: 0.63 – 8x (stops: 0.63 / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 6 / 8x).
• Total magnification: 3.15 – 480x (depending on eyepiece and objectives); with coaxial episcopic illuminator: 15 – 540x.
• Tubes: Eyepiece inclination examples — 20° (P-B Binocular Tube) / 15° (P-TL100 Trinocular Tube) / 0°–30° (P-TERG100, P-TERG50 Tilting Trinocular Tubes).
• Eyepieces: C-W10xB (F.N. 22), C-W15x (F.N. 16), C-W20x (F.N. 12.5), C-W30x (F.N. 7).
• Objectives: Plan Apo 0.5x/WF; Plan Apo 0.75x/WF; Plan Apo 1x/WF; ED Plan 1.5x/WF; ED Plan 2x/WF.
• Working distance: 70 mm (with Plan Apo 1x/WF).
• Weight (approx.): 11.9 kg (with P-TERG100 Trinocular Tilting Tube + P-DSL32 LED Diascopic Illumination Stand).