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What does “power” mean for magnifiers?
The degree to which a magnification lens enlarges the appearance of an object is its power. A magnifier that makes an object appear twice its size is 2x.
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What is “field of view”?
The field of view is the size of the magnified area in focus under the lens. The greater the magnification, the smaller the field of view, but the more detail is shown.
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What is “focal length”?
Focal length is the distance from the bottom of the lens to the point where your subject is in focus. The stronger the lens, the smaller the focal length.
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What is a “diopter”?
Diopter is a unit for measuring magnification. Specifically, it refers to the curvature of a lens and how it refracts light, affecting how an object appears when seen through the lens. As the curvature increases, the lens becomes thicker, the ... Read More
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What is LED lighting and how is it different from light bulbs?
LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. Light is produced using electroluminescence—a phenomenon where a semiconductor material emits light when an electric current is passed through it. Traditional incandescent light bulbs work when a filament is heated to the point it ... Read More
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I’m interested in purchasing a microscope, but I’d like to try it in person before I buy. Do you have a showroom, or a representative in my area?
We have distributors internationally, many with showrooms and representatives. To find the one closest you, please visit our Distributor Locator here.
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What is “field of view”?
The field of view is the size of the magnified area in focus under the lens. The greater the magnification, the smaller the field of view, but the more detail is shown.
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What is “focal length”?
Focal length is the distance from the bottom of the lens to the point where your subject is in focus. The stronger the lens, the smaller the focal length.
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What is a “diopter”?
Diopter is a unit for measuring magnification. Specifically, it refers to the curvature of a lens and how it refracts light, affecting how an object appears when seen through the lens. As the curvature increases, the lens becomes thicker, the ... Read More
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Where can I find online videos that show me how to set up my new microscope?
Register on our support site for product videos, specifications sheet, manuals, and the latest news.
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I’m interested in purchasing a digital microscope, but I’d like to try them in person before making a decision. Do you have a showroom, or a representative in my area?
We have distributors internationally, many with showrooms and representatives. To find the one closest you, please visit our Distributor Locator here.
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What is “field of view”?
The field of view is the size of the magnified area in focus under the lens. The greater the magnification, the smaller the field of view, but the more detail is shown.
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What is “focal length”?
Focal length is the distance from the bottom of the lens to the point where your subject is in focus. The stronger the lens, the smaller the focal length.
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What is a “diopter”?
Diopter is a unit for measuring magnification. Specifically, it refers to the curvature of a lens and how it refracts light, affecting how an object appears when seen through the lens. As the curvature increases, the lens becomes thicker, the ... Read More
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What is the difference between optical and digital zoom?
Optical zoom — As seen in a magnifying glass, optical zoom uses optics to make an object appear closer. This produces images of higher quality and improves the image resolution. Digital zoom — Digital zoom enlarges an image area by ... Read More
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Where can I find online videos that show me how to set up my new digital microscope?
Register on our support site for product videos, specifications sheet, manuals, and latest news can be found.
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What are the primary benefits of task lighting?
Task lighting can be more ergonomic (comfortable), increase productivity, provide greater control, and save money.
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What is “task lighting”?
Any light source designed specifically to direct light onto work performed by a person or machine is considered task lighting. When O.C. White first began designing light fixtures, he coined the term “applied illumination.”
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What is the advantage of an adjustable-arm task light?
Personal control. We can adjust the level of light for our individual viewing comfort. Our posture changes during the day. Our tasks vary to some degree. If we have windows, light in the room changes from morning to evening. In ... Read More
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What’s the heaviest monitor your ProBoom® Ultima® monitor booms can support?
An individual boom can support a monitor between 1-15lb in weight. Our ProBoom® Ultima® Scalable Monitor System can hold up to six monitors.
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Other manufacturers’ mic arms are squeaky. Why are yours different?
We designed custom mic booms for RCA in the 1950s, and their design has since become an industry standard. Along with a patented wire channel technology to reduce clutter and noise, we use only music wire in our springs. This ... Read More
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What’s the heaviest microphone your mic arms can support?
An individual arm can support microphones between 1-6 lb.
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Is it possible to control the brightness and direction of the light of a Micro-Lite®?
All of our Micro-Lite® products are dimmable. We also offer Quadrant Controlled High Output 80 LED ring lights.
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Those LED lights look nice, but we’re looking for a fluorescent light option for our microscopes. Do you have those?
Absolutely, and our exclusive design provides a dimming control and flicker-free performance. In addition to being ESD safe, the bulbs can easily be replaced manually. We also offer a high intensity ultraviolet LED ring illuminator and several halogen options with ... Read More
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Does O.C. White sell internationally?
O.C. White products are used around the world. While we are happy to ship anywhere, we do not accept international purchases through our website. Customers outside the United States should contact us directly via our Contact Us page, and we ... Read More
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How do I return an item?
If you’re looking to return an item, please logon to our support site where you’ll find our RMA Request Form.
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Where do I find support documents or products specifications?
Our support site includes documentation and specifications for all our products. If you’re an O.C. White customer, please make certain you’ve signed up. It’s free and easy to do, and being registered will entitle you to future offers, news and ... Read More