Description

Description

Inverted Metallurgical Microscopes – HIM – 400X & 400XT

Inverted metallurgical microscope is a specialized type of optical microscope designed for examining the microstructure of opaque materials, especially metals and alloys. Unlike traditional microscopes where the light source comes from above and passes through the specimen, an inverted metallurgical microscope has the light source positioned below the specimen stage. This design allows for the examination of bulk materials or larger samples that cannot be easily sectioned or prepared into thin slices. Most compact & economically designed & develop to fulfill various testing requirements of industries & educational institutes. A special feature of the design is flat unobstructed stage surface which places no limitation on the size & height of the specimen. Simply place the specimen, face down on the stage, and switch on the illuminator, rotate the required objective in to position and you are ready to observation images.

Key Features :

1. Inverted Design: As mentioned, the light source is positioned below the specimen stage, while the objective lens and eyepiece are above. This design allows for a larger working distance and accommodates larger samples.
2. Polarized Light Capability: Many inverted metallurgical microscopes have the ability to use polarized light to enhance contrast and reveal specific features of the sample’s microstructure.
3. Metallurgical Objectives: The microscope is equipped with metallurgical objectives that are optimized for observing opaque materials. These objectives typically have higher numerical apertures and longer working distances compared to those used in traditional microscopes.
4. Brightfield and Darkfield Illumination: These microscopes often offer both brightfield and darkfield illumination options. Brightfield is the standard method of illumination, while darkfield is useful for enhancing contrast by illuminating the sample from the side.
5. Image Analysis and Documentation: Inverted metallurgical microscopes may come with digital imaging capabilities, allowing users to capture, analyze, and document the microstructures they observe.
6. Sample Stage: The stage where the sample is placed can often be adjusted to accommodate different sample sizes and shapes.
7. Long Working Distance: The longer working distance between the objective lens and the sample stage is especially important when examining larger samples or samples in containers like Petri dishes.

These microscopes are commonly used in materials science, metallurgy, and quality control processes, where the microstructure of metals and alloys plays a crucial role in determining their properties, strength, and other characteristics. They are used in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and more, as well as in research and academia to study the behavior of materials at the microscale.