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We ship using USPS, UPS and FedEx. Your order will be shipped per your specified shipping method at check out.

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We offer drop shipping. If it is a drop ship order, select "Drop Ship" at Checkout.

Using Your Own Shipping Account
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We can insure packages through the carrier when shipping under your shipping account. If packages are shipped under your Shipping Account, and you choose to not insure the packages, or there are no insurance instructions stated on the PO, it is not the responsibility of View Solutions to pay for any packages that are stolen, or lost/delivered wrong/damaged in transit by the Shipping Carrier.

Expedited Shipping
We offer expedited shipping via FedEx and UPS.

For all expedited shipping services, such as Overnight, Next Day, etc - While we will do our part to ensure the packages are received by the shipping carriers to meet the shipping cut off times, please note that once the package leaves our warehouse, we are no longer responsible for the package. The shipping carrier will be responsible for delivering your package.

Shipping Costs
Your order will be shipped per your selected shipping method, and the shipping fee will be added to your order/invoice. Shipping costs are provided by the shipping carriers and calculated based on shipping location, product dimensions and weight. 

Checkout + (Package Protection & Free Returns)
When you checkout with Checkout Plus, your order will include free returns & exchanges and your package will be insured. If your package is lost, stolen, or damaged, we've got you covered. Learn more about our Return Policy here.

International Shipping
We offer world wide international shipping. Please specify your desired shipping service at checkout.

 

SHIPPING FAQs

When will my order ship?
If the product you purchased is in stock, orders placed online before 12PM (Noon) PST will be shipped on the same business day. Orders placed after 12PM (Noon) will be shipped the following business day. Orders placed on the weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and Federal Holidays will be processed on the following business day.

  • Please note that transit times may vary during holidays when there is a surge of packages with the shipping carriers.
  • To ensure your order is shipped as soon as possible and successfully, please double check that your shipping address is correctly entered.

How can I track my order?
Log into My Account to check the status of your order and your tracking number.
You will also receive an email with the tracking number once your order has shipped. Please allow for 24 hours for tracking updates to appear online with the shipping carrier.

When will Pre-Orders ship?
To get an expected shipping date for pre-orders, please send an email to sales@viewsolutionsinc.com with your Order Number.

How can I cancel my order before it ships?
After checkout, you have the ability to cancel your order on the Order Confirmation Page. If you need to cancel your order after you've left your page, log in to My Account and you can cancel the order there.

If your order has shipped, meaning you have received an email with a Status Update that your order has Shipped along with your tracking number, we are unable to cancel your order. Please email us as soon as possible, so that we can further assist you. If the order is already with the carrier, you can start a return for the item once you receive the package.

What if my tracking update shows "Delivered," but I haven't received my package yet?
Contact the shipping carrier it was shipped with (such as FedEx or UPS), or your local USPS Post Office (if the package was shipped with USPS).
Sometimes a shipping carrier can mark the package as delivered before it is actually delivered.

Lost/Delayed/Damaged/Stolen Packages
If you purchased Checkout+, and the package is lost, delayed, or arrived damaged, or stolen, you can file a claim on our website here. Please take photos of damages for proof for claims.

If you did not purchase Checkout+, or add insurance to the shipment, View Solutions is not responsible for lost packages, delays while the package is in transit with the carrier, damaged packages, or stolen packages. If you did not purchase Checkout+ or shipping insurance, and the package was shipped under your account, you are responsible for filing a claim with the shipping carrier.

View Solutions is not responsible for any packages that are delivered to the wrong address, if the wrong shipping address was provided at checkout.
If the package is returned back to us (Returned to Sender), we can reship the order to a different address, and the customer is responsible for the shipping fee.

Industry Leading Warranties

View Solutions microscopes and accessories are manufactured under the strict guidelines established by ISO 9001, ISO13485, ISO14001, or CE (marked per product).

Warranty is only offered for products purchased directly from View Solutions Inc.

Our products are warranted against manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship from the original date of purchase, for the following years:

Lifetime Warranty
Designated products marked lifetime warranty.

5 Year Warranty
Microscopes (except video and digital microscopes) come with a five (5) year factory warranty against manufacturing defects.

5/1 Year Warranty
Products with 5/1 Year Warranty means that the hardware of the microscope is under 5 year warranty, and the electrical and lighting components are under 1 year warranty.

1 Year Warranty
Includes video microscopes, digital microscopes, electrical and electronic products such as light sources, cameras, software, monitors, and electronic components.
Microscope accessories (such as microscope cameras and illuminators) come with a one (1) year warranty, except when specified in the description.

Warranty does not apply for consumable accessories and parts such as bulbs, batteries, fuses, cords, optical components or any add-on accessories such as mechanical specimen holders that are not built into the microscope stage as an integral part of the original manufacture, etc.

Warranty does not cover ordinary wear and tear or damage caused by improper use or accidents (drops).
Warranty does not cover products that have become inoperable due to lack of maintenance. 
Warranty is void when products are disassembled, structural parts were opened up, removed, unscrewed, tampered with, or broken during use or in the user's possession.
Warranty is void when product QR Codes or Barcode Stickers containing the Product's Serial Number are removed from the product.

Dealers are responsible for round-way shipping and handling cost for warranty services. 

*Please note that we do not perform repairs. If you would like a repair, we can recommend you to third party microscope service and repair companies.*

 

Warranty Instructions

Please see the Reasons for Warranty:

A. If the reason is due to ordinary wear and tear, damage caused by improper use or accidents (drops), damage due to lack of maintenance, or that the product was disassembled, structural parts were opened up, removed, unscrewed, tampered with, or that the product was broken during use or in the user's possession, the product is no longer under warranty.
Email us at sales@viewsolutionsinc.com to see whether you can purchase parts. If parts are not available, we recommend you to purchase a new unit.

 

B. If the time frame is outside of the warranty period, the product is no longer under warranty.
Email us at sales@viewsolutionsinc.com to see whether you can purchase parts. If parts are not available, we recommend you to purchase a new unit.

 

C. If the reason is due to manufacturing defects, and the product is within the warranty period,
1. Email us at sales@viewsolutionsinc.com with the following details:
- Your name
- The SKU # of the product
- Photos of the product from the front, sides, and back
- Photo of the serial number on the product, if present

2. Once your Warranty Request is approved, we will issue you a Warranty Return and provide you the address to ship the product for Warranty Inspection.
• Dealers are responsible for shipping the item to us. We recommend you to purchase shipping insurance. Package the product securely in a box to ensure no damage will occur to the product during transit.
• Once we receive the item, it takes 5-10 business days to process the product.

3. If the cause is determined to be due to a manufacturing defect, we will send the replacement parts at no charge.
• We will send you an email when the product is ready.
• You are responsible for paying the return shipping.

We offer a 30 day return window beginning on the date of your purchase.

To receive a 100% refund, items must be returned in New and Original Condition, with all parts, accessories, and original product packaging included.

  • To be eligible for a return, your item must be in new condition without any damages to the product (scratches, scuffs, chipped paint) with the QR code stickers intact.
  • Products missing the original packaging or instruction manuals are subject to a 20% restocking fee.
  • Products missing parts or accessories are subject to a higher restocking fee.
  • Products damaged during use (scratched, chipped, parts broken), disassembled from the original manufacturing or tampered with, are not accepted for returns or refunds. Our return policy does not cover ordinary wear and tear or damage caused by improper use or accidents.
  • Microscope slides, coverslips, and eye guards are non-returnable.
  • Items marked "Final Sale" are not eligible for return or refund due to change of mind. We are committed to ensuring the quality of all our products. If you receive a final sale item that has an issue, please contact us as soon as possible, and we will resolve any issue on a case by case basis.

When packaging the return, protect the item and original packaging.

  • We recommend using the original packaging materials to ensure the product is safe during return shipping.
  • If you do not have the original packaging materials, and there is extra room in the box, fill the extra space with padding (paper or shipping peanuts) so the product won't move around during transportation.

Customers are responsible for the return shipping label cost, if the product was not defective.

It can take up to 7 business days for an item to reach us once you ship it. Once we receive the item, it takes 5-7 business days to process the return and refund.

Exchanges
To do an exchange, start a return the item you have, and make a separate purchase for the new item. We will issue a refund for the returned item once it is received and inspected.

To Start a Return

You can start a return here. 

Purchasers that opted in for checkout+ will have free returns. Purchaser that opted out are responsible for all shipping fees for goods being returned or exchanged, including shipping fees for exchanged goods returned to purchaser.

If a returned item is deemed unsuitable for a return, View Solutions reserves the right to refuse the refund.

To Start a Claim

You can start a claim here. 

If you opted into Checkout+: your order is covered by package protection. If your package is lost, stolen, or damaged in transit, once approved, we'll replace the item at no extra cost (or issue a refund/store credit if it's out of stock). For damaged items, please include a photo of the damage when you file.

If you opted out of Checkout+: your order is not protected against carrier loss or damage, and we're unable to cover replacements for shipping-related issues.

Please inspect your order when it arrives and file any claim within 30 days of the delivery date.

Product Description
Technical Specifications
PL04080211 Binocular Transmitted Polarizing Microscope
Optical System Specifications
Optical SystemFinite
Mechanical Tube Length160mm
System Optical Magnification40-630X
Total Magnification40-630X
Standard Eyepiece10X Eyepiece;10X Reticle Eyepiece
Standard Objective4X 10X 25X 40X 63X Achromatic Polarizing Objective
System Field of View Dia. 0.28-4.5mm
Compound Binocular Head
Eye Tube Optical SystemFinite
Eye Tube TypeFor Compound Microscope
Eye Tube Adjustment ModeCompensating
Eye Tube Angle45°
Erect/Inverted ImageInverted Image
Eye Tube Rotatable360° Degree Rotatable
Interpupillary Adjustment55-70mm
Eye Tube Inner Diameter Dia. 23.2mm
Eye Tube Diopter Adjustable±8°
Eye Tube Size for Scope Body/Carrier Dia. 41.7mm
Surface TreatmentSpray Paint
MaterialMetal
ColorWhite
Net Weight0.71kg (1.57lbs)
Eyepiece
10X Eyepiece (Pair Dia. 23.2/FN18)
Eyepiece TypeStandard Eyepiece
Eyepiece Optical Magnification10X
Plan EyepiecePlan Eyepiece
Eyepiece Size for Eye Tube Dia. 23.2mm
Eyepiece Field of View Dia. 18mm
Surface TreatmentBlack Oxide Finish
MaterialMetal
ColorBlack
Net Weight0.084kg (0.185lbs)
10X Reticle Adjustable Eyepiece ( Dia. 23.2/FN18)
Eyepiece TypeReticle Adjustable Eyepiece
Eyepiece Optical Magnification10X
Plan EyepiecePlan Eyepiece
Eyepiece Size for Eye Tube Dia. 23.2mm
Eyepiece Field of View Dia. 18mm
Eyepiece Size for Reticle Dia. 20mm
Reticle TypeCross Line
Reticle Dimensions Dia. 20x1.5mm
Surface TreatmentBlack Oxide Finish
MaterialMetal
ColorBlack
Net Weight0.05kg (0.11lbs)
Polarizing Objective
4X Achromatic Polarizing Objective
Objective Optical SystemFinite
Objective Optical Magnification4X
Objective TypeAchromatic Objective
Objective Parfocal Distance45mm
Objective for Mechanical Tube Length160mm
Numerical Aperture (N.A.)N.A. 0.10
Objective Immersion MediaDry Objective
Objective Screw ThreadRMS Standard (4/5 in. x1/36 in. )
D/BD ObjectiveBright Field Objective
Objective Outer Diameter Dia. 24mm
Surface TreatmentPolished Chrome
MaterialMetal
ColorWhite
Net Weight0.046kg (0.101lbs)
10X Achromatic Polarizing Objective
Objective Optical SystemFinite
Objective Optical Magnification10X
Objective TypeAchromatic Objective
Objective Parfocal Distance45mm
Objective for Mechanical Tube Length160mm
Numerical Aperture (N.A.)N.A. 0.25
Objective Immersion MediaDry Objective
Objective Screw ThreadRMS Standard (4/5 in. x1/36 in. )
D/BD ObjectiveBright Field Objective
Objective Outer Diameter Dia. 24mm
Surface TreatmentPolished Chrome
MaterialMetal
ColorWhite
Net Weight0.09kg (0.20lbs)
25X Achromatic Polarizing Objective
Objective Optical SystemFinite
Objective Optical Magnification25X
Objective TypeAchromatic Objective
Objective Parfocal Distance45mm
Objective for Mechanical Tube Length160mm
Numerical Aperture (N.A.)N.A. 0.40
Objective Cover Glass Thickness0.17
Objective Immersion MediaDry Objective
Objective Screw ThreadRMS Standard (4/5 in. x1/36 in. )
D/BD ObjectiveBright Field Objective
Objective Outer Diameter Dia. 24mm
Surface TreatmentPolished Chrome
MaterialMetal
ColorWhite
Net Weight0.096kg (0.212lbs)
40X Achromatic Polarizing Objective
Objective Optical SystemFinite
Objective Optical Magnification40X
Objective TypeAchromatic Objective
Objective Parfocal Distance45mm
Objective for Mechanical Tube Length160mm
Numerical Aperture (N.A.)N.A. 0.65
Objective Cover Glass Thickness0.17
Objective Immersion MediaDry Objective
Spring Mounted ObjectiveSpring Mounted objective
Objective Screw ThreadRMS Standard (4/5 in. x1/36 in. )
D/BD ObjectiveBright Field Objective
Objective Outer Diameter Dia. 24mm
Surface TreatmentPolished Chrome
MaterialMetal
ColorWhite
Net Weight0.096kg (0.212lbs)
63X Achromatic Polarizing Objective
Objective Optical SystemInfinite
Objective Optical Magnification63X
Objective TypeAchromatic Objective
Objective Parfocal Distance45mm
Objective for Mechanical Tube Length160mm
Numerical Aperture (N.A.)N.A. 0.85
Objective Cover Glass Thickness0.17
Objective Immersion MediaDry Objective
Spring Mounted ObjectiveSpring Mounted objective
Objective Screw ThreadRMS Standard (4/5 in. x1/36 in. )
D/BD ObjectiveBright Field Objective
Objective Outer Diameter Dia. 24mm
Surface TreatmentPolished Chrome
MaterialMetal
ColorWhite
Net Weight0.096kg (0.212lbs)
Nosepiece
Inward/Outward NosepieceNosepiece Outward
Number of Holes on NosepieceQuadruple (4) Holes
Nosepiece Switch ModeManual
Nosepiece Screw Thread for ObjectiveRMS Standard (4/5 in. x1/36 in. )
Microscope Stand
Vertical Post Height290mm
Base TypeIllumination Base
Base ShapeRectangle
Base Dimensions240x200x60mm
Focus ModeManual
Coarse/Fine Focus TypeCoaxial Coarse/Fine Focus
Focus Distance24mm
Fine Focus Travel DistanceSame as Focus Distance
Coarse Focus Distance per Rotation32mm
Fine Focus Distance per Rotation0.2mm
Fine Focus Minimum Scale2μm
Focusing Knob Tightness AdjustableTightness Adjustable
Microscope Stage
Rotary Stage Top Diameter Dia. 160mm
Rotary Stage Height10mm
Rotary Stage Click Stop360° Click Stop Function
Rotary Stage Angle Graduate360°Graduated in 1° increments
Rotary Minimum Angle0.1°
Rotary Stage LockLockable in Any Position
Microscope Illuminator
Illumination TypeHalogen Transmitted Light
Transmission LightKohler Illumination
Transmission Light Source TypeHalogen Light
Aperture Diaphragm Mounting PositionVertical Illuminator
Field Diaphragm Mounting PositionVertical Illuminator
Number of Filter Slots1
Filter Switch TypeEmbedded Type
Polarizing Kit
Polarizing Kit TypeFull Type
Analyzer Cursor Accuracy10°/Grid
Analyzer Mount Size Dia. 41.7mm
Bertrand LensAdjustable
Cone Light and Polarizing Light SwitchSwitchable
Surface TreatmentBlack Oxide Finish
MaterialMetal
ColorBlack
Net Weight0.42kg (0.93lbs)
Applied FieldFor PL0408 Series Microscope
Mica Test Plate
Mica Test Plate1/4 Wavelength Retardation Plate Optical Path Difference 137nm
Surface TreatmentBlack Oxide Finish
MaterialMetal
ColorBlack
Net Weight0.024kg (0.053lbs)
Dimensions85x20x6mm (3.346x0.787x0.236 in. )
Applied FieldFor PL0408 Series Microscope
Gypsum Test Plate
Gypsum Test PlateFull-Wavelength Retardation Plate Optical Path Difference 530nm
Surface TreatmentBlack Oxide Finish
MaterialMetal
ColorBlack
Net Weight0.024kg (0.053lbs)
Dimensions85x20x6mm (3.346x0.787x0.236 in. )
Applied FieldFor PL0408 Series Microscope
Quartz Wedge
Quartz Wedge1/4 Wavelength Retardation Plate
Surface TreatmentBlack Oxide Finish
MaterialMetal
ColorBlack
Net Weight0.026kg (0.057lbs)
Dimensions105x20x6mm (4.133x0.787x0.236 in. )
Applied FieldFor PL0408 Series Microscope
40mm Filter (Blue)
Filter ColorBlue
Filter Size Dia. 40mm
Filter Switch TypeEmbedded Type
MaterialGlass
Net Weight0.005kg (0.011lbs)
Applied FieldFor PL0408 Series Microscope
Halogen Bulb
6V 20W Halogen Bulb
Bulb Rated Power20W
Bulb Rated VoltageDC 6V
Bulb ShapeOval
Bulb Mounting ModeBi-Pin
Light Bulb Pin StandardG4 (4mm)
LCL20mm
MaterialGlass
Applied FieldFor BM0301, BM0302, BM0507 Series Microscope
Power Supply
Input VoltageAC 120V 60Hz
Output VoltageDC 6V
Power Cord Connector TypeUSA 3 Pins
Power Cable Length1.8m
X-Axis Cross Hair Scale Reticle with Box
Reticle TypeX-Axis Crosshair Scale
Reticle Dimensions Dia. 20x1.5mm
Scale Range10mm/100 Div
Division Value0.1mm
Reticle Coating TypeChrome Plated
Line Width0.008-0.01mm
Coating Thickness0.0003μm
Background TypePositive
MaterialGlass
Net Weight0.004kg (0.009lbs)
Applied FieldFor PL0408 Series Microscope
Net Grid Reticle with Box
Reticle TypeNet Grid
Reticle Dimensions Dia. 20x1.5mm
Scale Range10x10mm/40x40 Net Grid
Reticle Coating TypeChrome Plated
Line Width0.008-0.01mm
Coating Thickness0.0003μm
Background TypePositive
MaterialGlass
Net Weight0.004kg (0.009lbs)
Applied FieldFor PL0408 Series Microscope
Environment Requirement
Operating Temperature0~40°C(32~104°F)
Operating Humidity85%
Other Parameters
Surface TreatmentSpray Paint
MaterialMetal
ColorWhite
Net Weight7.60kg (16.76lbs)
Series
PL0408PL04080211
Contains  
Parts Including
PictureP/NProduct Name
PL0408224210X Reticle Adjustable Eyepiece (Φ23.2/FN18)
PL0408221110X Eyepiece (Pair Φ23.2/FN18)
PL040832114X Achromatic Polarizing Objective
PL0408331110X Achromatic Polarizing Objective
PL0408341125X Achromatic Polarizing Objective
PL0408351140X Achromatic Polarizing Objective
PL0408361163X Achromatic Polarizing Objective
BU990311026V 20W Halogen Bulb
PL04081231Compound Binocular Head
PL04082922X-Axis Cross Hair Scale Reticle with Box
PL04082923Net Grid Reticle with Box
PL0408552140mm Filter (Blue)
PL04086121Polarizing Kit
PL04086142Gypsum Test Plate
PL04086141Mica Test Plate
PL04086143Quartz Wedge
Desiccant Bag1 Bag
Allen KeyM1.5 2pc
Dust Cover1pc
Spare Bulb2pc
Product Instructions/Operation Manual1pc
Packing  
Packaging TypeCarton Packaging
Packaging MaterialCorrugated Carton
Packaging Dimensions(1)50x39x30cm (19.685x15.359x11.811″)
Inner Packing MaterialPlastic Bag
Ancillary Packaging MaterialsStyrofoam
Gross Weight9.00kg (19.84lbs)
Minimum Packaging Quantity1pc
Transportation CartonCarton Packaging
Transportation Carton MaterialCorrugated Carton
Transportation Carton Dimensions(1)50x39x30cm (19.685x15.359x11.811″)
Total Gross Weight of Transportation(kilogram)9.00
Total Gross Weight of Transportation(pound)19.84
Quantity of One Transportation Carton1pc
Microscope Optical Data Sheet
P/N Objective Objective Working Distance Eyepiece
PL04082211   (10X  Dia. 18mm) PL04082242   (10X  Dia. 18mm)
Magnification Field of View(mm) Magnification Field of View(mm)
PL04083211 4X - 40X 4.5mm 40X 4.5mm
PL04083311 10X - 100X 1.8mm 100X 1.8mm
PL04083411 25X - 250X 0.72mm 250X 0.72mm
PL04083511 40X - 400X 0.45mm 400X 0.45mm
PL04083611 63X - 630X 0.29mm 630X 0.29mm
1. Magnification=Objective Optical Magnification * Body Magnification * Eyepiece Optical Magnification
2. Field of View=Eyepiece Field of View /(Objective Optical Magnification*Body Magnification)
3. The Darker background items are Standard items, the white background items are optional items.

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