Motic B1 Compound Microscope

Q: Which model should I choose, the B1-252SP or the B1-253SP?

Choose the B1-252SP binocular for observation and teaching, and the B1-253SP trinocular if you need a camera port for imaging and record keeping.

Q: What magnification do both models reach?

40× to 1000×, from the WF10× eyepieces combined with the Semi-Plan Achromatic SP 4×, 10×, 40× and 100× oil objectives.

Q: Is the optical performance the same on both?

Yes, both models share the same optical platform and mechanical construction, so only the head differs.

Q: Which Motic camera fits the trinocular port?

The B1-253SP takes a C-mount camera such as the Moticam A Series or the Moticam X5 Plus, using the supplied eyepiece adapters.

Q: What does Semi-Plan Achromatic mean in practice?

It gives a flatter, sharper field across more of the image than a standard achromatic objective, which makes scanning a slide easier on the eye.

Q: How fine is the focus adjustment?

Coaxial coarse and fine focus, with a 2 µm minimum increment on the fine control.

Q: What is the warranty?

5 years on mechanical components and 1 year on electrical components.

A compound microscope for fish health checks, plankton and algae counts, and routine laboratory work.

Price range: $1,600.00 through $1,675.00 ex GST

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Categories: Lab Equipment

Applications: Hatchery, RAS

Brand: Motic

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Key Features

Two heads on one optical platform — B1-252SP binocular and B1-253SP trinocular, identical optics and mechanics so results match across both
Magnification from 40× to 1000× — the WF10× / 18 mm widefield eyepieces paired with 4×, 10×, 40× and 100× oil objectives
Semi-Plan Achromatic SP objectives for a flatter, sharper field than standard achromats, on a quadruple nosepiece with click stops
3 W LED transmitted illumination with intensity control — bright, energy efficient and low maintenance
Focusable Abbe condenser, N.A. 1.25, with iris diaphragm and filter holder for contrast control
Rackless mechanical stage with 76 × 40 mm travel, and coaxial coarse and fine focus down to a 2 µm minimum increment
5 year warranty on mechanical components and 1 year on electrical components
Sizing: choose on whether you need to capture images. The B1-252SP binocular suits observation and teaching, while the B1-253SP trinocular adds a camera port with a 100:0 / 20:80 light split for imaging, documentation and digital analysis

Specifications

Specification	B1-252SP (Binocular)	B1-253SP (Trinocular)
Magnification range (with WF10× / 18 mm eyepieces)	40× to 1000×	40× to 1000×
Objectives	Semi-Plan Achromatic SP 4×, 10×, 40× (spring), 100× oil	Semi-Plan Achromatic SP 4×, 10×, 40× (spring), 100× oil
Viewing head	Binocular, sliding type	Trinocular, sliding type
Head inclination	45° inclined, 360° rotating	30° inclined, 360° rotating
Camera port and light split	Not fitted	Fitted, 100:0 / 20:80
Illumination	3 W LED with intensity control	3 W LED with intensity control
Condenser	Focusable Abbe, N.A. 1.25, with iris diaphragm	Focusable Abbe, N.A. 1.25, with iris diaphragm
Stage	Rackless mechanical, 76 × 40 mm X–Y travel	Rackless mechanical, 76 × 40 mm X–Y travel
Focusing	Coaxial coarse and fine, 2 µm minimum increment	Coaxial coarse and fine, 2 µm minimum increment
Optical system	Finite, 160 mm	Finite, 160 mm
Supplied with	Dust cover, immersion oil	Dust cover, immersion oil
Warranty	5 years mechanical, 1 year electrical	5 years mechanical, 1 year electrical
Typical use	Routine observation and teaching	Imaging, documentation and digital analysis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which model should I choose, the B1-252SP or the B1-253SP?

What magnification do both models reach?

Is the optical performance the same on both?

Which Motic camera fits the trinocular port?

What does Semi-Plan Achromatic mean in practice?

How fine is the focus adjustment?

What is the warranty?

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Motic B1 Compound Microscope

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