AmScope B120C
AmScope B120C Series Binocular Compound Microscope User Manual
Model: B120C | Brand: AmScope
1. Toradh thallview
The AmScope B120C compound binocular microscope is designed for both student and professional use, offering a wide magnification range from 40X to 2500X. It features a comfortable Siedentopf head, precise 3D mechanical stage, and bright LED illumination, making it suitable for detailed examination of various specimens.

Figure 1.1: The AmScope B120C Binocular Compound Microscope, showcasing its main components including the binocular head, objective lenses, mechanical stage, and included eyepieces and immersion oil.
- Magnification Excellence: Offers a broad magnification range from 40X to 2500X for detailed specimen examination.
- Advanced LED Illumination: Provides bright, daylight-balanced illumination with a specialized fly-eye lens for optimal viewing.
- Dealbhadh ergonomic: Features a 360-degree rotatable Siedentopf head with adjustable interpupillary distance for comfortable and flexible viewing.
- Precision Stage smachd: A 3D mechanical stage and coaxial coarse and fine focus knobs allow for smooth and precise adjustments.
2. Dè tha sa bhogsa
Nuair a dh’fhosglas tu am bogsa, dèan cinnteach gu bheil na pàirtean a leanas uile an làthair:
- AmScope B120C microscope with double-layer mechanical stage
- (4) DIN Standard Objectives: 4x, 10x, 40xS, and 100xS (oil)
- 10x widefield eyepieces, one pair
- 25x widefield eyepieces, one pair
- Color filter, blue
- Immersion oil, one bottle
- Còmhdach dust
- Stiùiridhean (an leabhar-làimhe seo)
3. Stiùirich rèiteachaidh
Follow these steps to set up your AmScope B120C microscope:
- A' dì-phapadh: Thoir a h-uile pàirt a-mach às a’ phacaid gu faiceallach. Cùm am pasgan tùsail airson stòradh no còmhdhail san àm ri teachd.
- Suidheachadh: Cuir am miocroscop air uachdar seasmhach, rèidh air falbh bho sholas dìreach na grèine, teas ro mhòr, no crithidhean.
- Install Eyepieces: Insert the desired pair of eyepieces (10x or 25x) into the ocular tubes of the Siedentopf head.
- Ceangal cumhachd: Plug the power cord into the microscope's power input and then into a standard electrical outlet (100 to 240VAC 50/60Hz).
- Còmhdach dust: Keep the dust cover on the microscope when not in use to protect it from dust and debris.
Bhidio 3.1: Thar-chrìochview of the AmScope B120C Siedentopf Binocular Compound Microscope, demonstrating its features and basic setup. This video is provided by United Scope LLC, the manufacturer.
4. Stiùireadh Obrachaidh
4.1. Atharrachadh Meudachaidh
The microscope offers a wide range of magnification by combining different eyepieces and objective lenses. The total magnification is calculated by multiplying the eyepiece magnification by the objective lens magnification.
- Sùilean: Use either the 10x widefield or 25x widefield eyepieces.
- Lionsan amas: Rotate the forward-facing nosepiece to select from 4x, 10x, 40xS (spring-loaded), and 100xS (spring-loaded, oil immersion) DIN achromatic objectives.
- The 40xS and 100xS objectives are spring-loaded to prevent damage to slides when focusing.

Figure 4.1: Detail of the objective lenses (4x, 10x, 40x, 100x) and the additional WF25X eyepieces, illustrating the microscope's magnification capabilities.
4.2. Smachd Soillseachaidh
The microscope uses lower (diascopic) Brightfield LED illumination to transmit light through the specimen.
- Stòr Solais LED: Turn on the LED illumination using the power switch. Adjust the brightness using the rheostat control knob.
- Abbe Condenser (1.25 NA): Adjust the condenser to control the distance of the light from the stage.
- Diaphragm Iris: Use the iris diaphragm lever to optimize the amount of light illuminating the specimen, enhancing contrast and resolution.

Figure 4.2: The LED transmitted illumination system, providing bright and cool light for viewing specimens from below the stage.
4.3. Fòcas
Achieve clear focus using the coaxial coarse and fine focus knobs:
- Cnap Fòcas Garbh: Use for large adjustments to bring the specimen into approximate focus, especially with lower magnification objectives.
- Cnap Fòcas Mìn: Use for small, precise adjustments to achieve sharp focus, particularly with higher magnification objectives.

Figure 4.3: The mechanical stage and coaxial coarse and fine focus knobs, designed for smooth and accurate specimen positioning and focusing.
4.4. Mechanical Stage Obrachadh
The double-layer mechanical stage allows for precise movement of the slide.
- Slide Holder: Secure the microscope slide using the slide clips on the mechanical stage.
- X-Y Axis Control: Use the X-Y axis knobs located below the stage to move the slide horizontally and vertically, allowing you to scan the specimen area.
4.5. Siedentopf Head Adjustment
The Siedentopf binocular head is designed for comfortable viewa’ roinneadh agus a’ roinneadh.
- Inter-pupillary Adjustment: Adjust the distance between the two ocular tubes (53 to 77mm) to match your eye spacing for comfortable viewing.
- Atharrachadh Dioptric: Use the diopter ring on one of the ocular tubes to compensate for differences in eye strength between your left and right eyes.
- Cuairteachadh: The head can rotate 360 degrees, which is useful for sharing the view with others without moving the entire microscope.

Figure 4.4: The 360-degree rotatable Siedentopf binocular head, angled at 30 degrees for ergonomic viewing and easy sharing.
5. Cumail suas
Proper maintenance ensures the longevity and optimal performance of your microscope:
- Glanadh Lionsan: Use only specialized lens cleaning paper and solution to clean objective lenses and eyepieces. Avoid touching optical surfaces with bare hands.
- Glanadh a' Bhuidheann: Sguab corp a’ mhicreasgòip le clò bog, tioramamp aodach. Seachain a bhith a 'cleachdadh cheimigean cruaidh no innealan-glanaidh sgudail.
- Dìon duslach: Always use the provided dust cover when the microscope is not in use to prevent dust accumulation.
- Stòradh: Stòraich am miocroscop ann an àite fionnar, tioram, air falbh bho sholas dìreach na grèine agus teòthachd anabarrach.
- Ola bogaidh: After using the 100x oil immersion objective, clean the oil from the lens immediately using lens paper and cleaning solution.
6. A ’dèanamh trioblaid
Tha an earrann seo a’ dèiligeadh ri cùisean cumanta a dh’ fhaodadh tu a thighinn tarsainn orra:
| Trioblaid | Adhbhar a dh’fhaodadh a bhith ann | Fuasgladh |
|---|---|---|
| Gun soillseachadh | Power cord not connected, power switch off, bulb failure, fuse blown. | Check power connection. Turn on power switch. Replace LED bulb (contact support if needed). Check/replace fuse. |
| Tha an ìomhaigh doilleir no às aonais fòcas | Incorrect focus adjustment, dirty lenses, objective not fully clicked into place. | Adjust coarse and fine focus. Clean objective and eyepiece lenses. Rotate objective until it clicks into position. |
| Dark spots in the field of view | Duslach air an t-sùil-phìos, an amas, no an co-dhlùthadair. | Clean eyepieces and objectives. Check for dust on the condenser and stage. |
| Double image when using binocular head | Inter-pupillary distance not correctly adjusted. | Adjust the inter-pupillary distance until a single circular field of view air a choimhead. |
7. Sònrachaidhean
| Feart | Mion-fhiosrachadh |
|---|---|
| Ceann | Compound binocular, Siedentopf, 30-degree inclination, 360-degree rotatable |
| Sùilean | WF 10x, WF 25x |
| Amasan | 4X, 10x, 40xS, 100xS (oil) DIN achromatic |
| Raon Meudachaidh | 40X-2500X |
| Stage | Double-layer Mechanical Stage with 1mm divisions |
| Fòcas | Coaxial garbh agus snaidhmeannan fòcas grinn |
| Suidheachadh solais | Transmitted (bottom) Brightfield |
| Condenser | 1.25 NA Abbe with iris diaphragm |
| Stòr Solais | LED |
| Cumhachd | 100 to 240VAC 50/60Hz |
| Meudan toraidh | 18 x 12 x 10 òirleach |
| Cuideam nì | 3.25 not |
| Stuth | Enamel-coated cast-steel body |
8. Barantas agus Taic
AmScope products are manufactured by United Scope LLC, a company founded in 1996 and headquartered in Irvine, CA. For technical support, warranty information, or service inquiries, please contact AmScope customer service directly. Refer to the official AmScope weblàrach-lìn airson am fiosrachadh conaltraidh agus poileasaidhean barantais as ùire.
Goireasan air-loidhne:
- Official AmScope Weblàrach: www.amscope.com
- Product Support Page: Check the AmScope website for specific support pages related to the B120C model.