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The Olympus CX21 microscope is an economically priced Olympus microscope that achieves a high standard of optical and mechanical quality for educational applications. The CX21 microscope is perfect for any environment since it is durable, compact, and easy to transport. The Olympus CX21 microscope has a binocular head, and features a 10x eyepiece with an 18mm field of view, with 4x, 10x, 40x, and 400x objectives. Offering smooth movements, the graduated mechanical stage of the CX21 microscope has the ability to lock the stage into place. The variable intensity illumination provides uniformity across the field of view. The Olympus CX21 biological microscope provides crisp, flat images with high contrast and resolution in an expanded field of view. It uses the UIS2 Olympus optical system for superior imaging to view specimens in great detail.

Designed for clinical and educational purposes, the CX21 reaches new heights in image color, contrast, clarity and focus delivering flat, sharp images utilizing the infinity-corrected Plan Achromat technology. This model has a focus-lock on the stage, for simple re-focus after changing slides. The Olympus CX21 microscope offers a second option for you in lighting. The CX21LED has an illumination system using LED light to acquire images instead of the 6V/20W halogen bulb used with the regular model. The Olympus CX series with the CX21 microscopes were built to withstand student handling in the classroom. The quality optics, ergonomics and ease of use are nice advantages for students. Of course, with these features and benefits they will also fit nicely in any laboratory with a price tag that suits the quality.