The BL-ZW1 is designed for use with polarizing model microscopes (AM-413ZT, AM-412NZT or AD-413ZT). This easy to use back-light stage with polarizing ability comes with an attachable swing arm target holder for specific placement of objects. The BL-ZW1 is a sturdy and attractive back light stage that is powered through a USB cord or AC Adapter. Adjustment of the polarizer is simply performed by sliding the wheel adjustment located on the front of the stage.
At first, the BL-ZW1 was developed for Geological Applications to investigate the structure and composition of minerals, material science, metallurgy, geology, and chemistry to inspect crystals. Another use is for the viewing of thin film which would be hard to distinguish under normal circumstances. Under tests we successfully viewed the oxide layer on a customers FPC (flex cable) golden finger which shows that this could greatly help assembly house product yield by screening out the problematic FPC. The MSBL-ZW1 should also be of great use for those who need transmitted light for examining objects such as waterborne organisms.
Though not widely tested as it is relatively new, researchers may find that the BL-ZW1 could be an economic substitute to the traditional polarizer microscope. A BL-ZW1 back light stage combined with a AM-413ZT, AM-412NZT or AD-413ZT has the potential to meet many applications covered by polarizer microscope.
Features/Specifications
General Features:
Backlight adjustable Polarizing Stage
Attachable target boom arm
USB or AC Adapter powered
Adjustable polarizing wheel
Technical Specifications:
USB or AC Adapter powered
Built in illumination
Dimensions and Weight:
Backlight stage 4” x 3.75” x 0.75”
Cable length: 6 feet / 180 cm
Mechanical Layout:
Backlight stage, attachable arm, and USB cable: 0.88 lbs
Backlight stage, attachable arm, and AC adaptor: 0.93 lbs
MSBL-ZW1 (Portable, Back Light Polarizer) features
Product sheet (pdf)