Metallographic microscope ECLIPSE MA100N

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Product description
The Nikon ECLIPSE MA100N is a compact, modular inverted metallurgical microscope designed for episcopic optical contrast techniques and integration with digital imaging cameras. It is intended for routine inspection of industrial materials and components as well as for research and development in metallurgical applications.

Optics and imaging
Built on the Nikon CFI60/CFI60-2 optical platform, the MA100N delivers high-quality images to both eyepieces and to an optional camera port. The TU Plan EPI objective series offers long working distances with advanced chromatic aberration correction using Phase Fresnel and conventional lens elements.

Digital imaging
The microscope is compatible with Nikon Digital Sight cameras. Captured images can be processed and analyzed using NIS-Elements software for image acquisition, organization and materials analysis.

Product highlights

• Inverted metallurgical microscope with episcopic (reflected) illumination for material inspection.
• CFI60-2 optical series (Phase Fresnel + conventional elements) to reduce chromatic aberration.
• Dedicated internal white LED illumination with built-in condenser and filter insertion to avoid shading effects.
• Modular design with selectable optical components and optional third optical path / photo port for cameras.
• Modular stage options: rectangular 3-plate stage, plain stage with optional mechanical stage and various specimen holders.

Core features

• CFI60-2 Phase Fresnel lens elements combined with conventional elements to minimize chromatic aberration and color distortion.
• Long working distance optics as standard to accommodate accessories and comfortable inspection.
• Built-in LED illuminator with condenser (lever operated) and internal power supply.
• Binocular Siedentopf body with 45° inclination and 50–75 mm interpupillary adjustment; configurable eyepiece/camera port ratio.
• Optional NIS-Elements software modules for metallurgical analysis (grain size, cast iron analysis) compliant with standards such as JIS, ASTM, ISO and GB/T.

Modular components and accessories

• Selectable objectives, photo ports and camera adapters to match user applications.
• Optional third optical path to a photo port for Nikon Digital Sight cameras; image analysis via NIS-Elements.
• Stage inserts and specimen holders for a variety of sample sizes and shapes; attachable mechanical stage available.

Specifications (table)
Optics: CFI60 / CFI60-2 system
Observation image: Reversed image
Observation method: Brightfield and polarization (with optional MA P/A polarizer/analyzer set)
Focusing: Fixed-stage focusing nosepiece; coaxial coarse/fine adjustment knob with 8.5 mm stroke (coarse adjustment ~37.7 mm per turn, fine adjustment ~0.2 mm per turn)
Nosepiece: 5-position brightfield nosepiece
Stage: MA-SR-N rectangular 3-plate stage N: 50×50 mm stroke (includes two stage inserts ø20 mm and ø40 mm and coaxial control handle on the right). 3-plate design allows entire top surface to move. Optional inserts: MA-SRSH1 (ø15 mm) and MA-SH3 (adjustable 2–32 mm).
Stage (plain): MA-SP-N plain stage N: 188×310 mm (includes two stage inserts: clear acrylic ø30 mm opening; crescent opening width 30 mm for clearance for rotation of high magnification objectives). Accepts attachable mechanical stage TI-SM.
Mechanical stage option: TS2-S-SM mechanical stage: 126 × 78 mm stroke; handle attachable left or right. Optional specimen holders for attachable stage: MA-SH1-N (ø15 mm), MA-SH2-N (ø30 mm), C-S-HU universal holder (30–65 mm adjustable).
Illuminator: Internal power supply white LED light source, condenser built-in (lever operated); ø25 mm filter can be inserted
Binocular body: Built-in Siedentopf binocular, 45° inclination, interpupillary adjustment 50–75 mm, attachable camera port; eyepiece/port ratio configurable
Power consumption (max.): 15 W
External dimensions: 229 × 551 × 404 mm (W × D × H)
Weight: Approx. 10 kg

Technical specifications

• Model: ECLIPSE MA100N
• Optical system: CFI60 / CFI60-2
• Observation: Reversed image; brightfield and optional polarization
• Focusing: Fixed-stage, coaxial coarse/fine adjustment (8.5 mm stroke)
• Nosepiece: 5-position brightfield
• Stage options: MA-SR-N (3-plate), MA-SP-N (plain), TS2-S-SM (mechanical)
• Illumination: Internal white LED with built-in condenser; filter insertion
• Camera compatibility: Nikon Digital Sight series; NIS-Elements software support
• Power: Max 15 W • Dimensions: 229 × 551 × 404 mm • Weight: ~10 kg