The My First Lab Duo-Scope (MFL-06) is a student microscope that works as both a compound microscope and a stereo microscope. Two light sources let children view prepared slides as well as solid objects such as rocks and leaves. It has real glass optics: a 10X eyepiece with 4X, 10X and 40X objectives for 40X, 100X and 400X total magnification, and it comes with slides, stains and tools.
Key Features
- Compound and stereo microscope in one unit
- Two light sources for slides and 3D objects
- Glass optics: 10X eyepiece; 4X, 10X, 40X objectives
- 40X, 100X and 400X total magnification
- Includes slides, stains, tools and an experiment guide
- Suited to grades K-12, classroom or home
Specifications
| Brand / model | My First Lab Duo-Scope MFL-06 |
|---|---|
| Type | Compound + stereo |
| Eyepiece | 10X |
| Objectives | 4X, 10X, 40X (glass) |
| Total magnification | 40X, 100X, 400X |
| Illumination | Two light sources |
| Power | 3 AA batteries (not included) |
| SKU | 73ACMFL371 |
What's Included
- Duo-Scope microscope
- Instruction manual with experiment guide
- 5 blank slides
- 1 concavity (well) slide
- 4 prepared slides
- 2 bottles of stain
- 5 slide labels
- 5 cover glasses
- 50 sheets of lens paper
- 1 plastic transfer pipette
- 1 plain wooden applicator
- 1 cotton-tipped applicator
- 1 plastic forceps
- 1 plastic test tube
- 1 plastic petri dish
What You'll Need (Sold Separately)
- 3 AA batteries (not included)
Ideal For
Kids and students from kindergarten through high school starting out with microscopy at home or in class.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between compound and stereo viewing?
Compound mode shines light through thin slides for high magnification; stereo mode lights solid objects from above for a lower-power view of rocks, leaves and insects.
Does it need batteries?
Yes, 3 AA batteries, which are not included.