Leitz Laborlux K Model 512792 Multi-Purpose Biological Microscope with Kohler Illumination

The Leitz Laborlux K Model 512792 is a versatile multi-purpose biological microscope widely used in biotechnology, clinical diagnostics, and educational research. Designed as a compound optical microscope, it features a mechanical stage with drop-down controls for precise specimen manipulation, ideal for complex samples in molecular diagnostics and live-cell imaging workflows.

Key technical specifications include:

• Kohler illumination system powered by a 6V 20W halogen lamp with adjustable brightness, providing optimal contrast and illumination uniformity essential for detailed fluorescence analysis and bioprocessing research.
• Multiple high-quality lenses: two Periplan 10x/18 lenses for enhanced flat field imaging, along with 160/-PL 2.5/0.08 and 160/-NPL FLUOTAR 10/0.30 objectives to support a range of magnifications typical in synthetic biology and clinical research protocols.
• Flip-top condenser with lateral adjustment for fine focus control and improved optical alignment, ensuring precise image quality needed in molecular cloning and tissue imaging applications.
• Equipped with a dual view attachment, allowing concurrent observation by two users, a feature valuable in collaborative biomedical engineering and biotechnology training settings.

This instrument operates globally on both 120V and 220V, 50Hz/60Hz, suitable for international laboratory environments. Manufactured in the United States, it comes with a 30-day parts warranty and includes a power cord. The microscope’s robust design and adaptability make it critical in biopharmaceutical production pipelines and widely adopted in synthetic biology research due to its multi-purpose optical capabilities.

Ideal for researchers and professionals requiring reliable, high-performance microscopy solutions for biotechnology, clinical diagnostics, and biomedical engineering applications.