microscopes ??

[-gb-]

I'm looking into ordering a microscope. I'd don't want to spend more that $200 if possible but at the end of the day I'll spend whatever I need to.

Any suggestions would be a great help.

Thanks,

[ShinShin]

For our purposes in the fishroom, you don't need an fancy, expensive microscope. Check your local pawn shops. I've seen nice ones for a really decent price. 10X and 40X powers are what I use on mine. No need for a 100X power oil emmersion, although mine has it. If you can't find one there, ebay has them. Or, check online for a source. As long as yu have a 10X and 40X and a light source attached you're fine. I think some that come without 100X have a 4X instead.

Mat

[alron2]

If you have not already read this post I suggest you do:
http://forum.simplydiscus.com/showthread.php?t=56132&highlight=microscope

Ron

[Don Trinko]

I bought a Labomed for abought $200. It includes a light source and 3 objectives. It is definatly NOT a kid type microscope. Don't forget to buy some slides and covers. The scope won't be much help without them. Don T.

[-gb-]

Thanks Ron - yes I read ready that thread.

I went out and took a look around at a few stores today. & wow you can spend a lot on these things. I think I found one I like for $300 - it's overkill I know but it should last me a lifetime.

I'm going to take a look for a used one tomorrow and if I can't find something I like I'll suck it up and get the new one.

thanks,

[-gb-]

Got me new microscope today. Hopefully I'll finally be able to figure out what's going on with my fish. This is what I ended up with. It's probably a bit over kill but I'd rather get something that will last.

http://www.escience.ca/genSci/RENDER/1010/2027/3068/13152.html

[Wahter]

A local vet told me to check with some of the universities - they might have some decent ones for a good price in their surplus supplies.


HTH,



Walter