Kern OBE 124C825 digital microscope set, OBE 124 trinocular with ODC 825 camera, 40x to 400x
€1,107.00
% Manufacturer's RRP: €1,230.00 10% below manufacturer's RRP
- Digital microscope set comprising the OBE 124 (trinocular, Butterfly tube) and a camera
- ODC 825 camera: 5.1 MP, 1/2.5-inch CMOS, USB 2.0, 6.8 to 55 frames per second
- Objectives 4x, 10x, 40x, total magnification 40x to 400x
- Continuously dimmable 3 W LED, Abbe condenser 1.25, mechanical stage
- C-Mount adapter included in the scope of delivery
- VIS 2.0 PRO or LITE software for Windows
Product information "Kern OBE 124C825 digital microscope set, OBE 124 trinocular with ODC 825 camera, 40x to 400x"
The Kern OBE-S series consists of digital microscope sets comprising a trinocular transmitted-light microscope from the OBE range and a permanently mounted camera. According to Kern, the appropriate C-Mount adapter is included in the delivery. There are six sets: the microscope is either the OBE 124 with three objectives or the OBE 134 with four objectives up to 100x. The camera used is the ODC 825 USB 2.0 camera, the ODC 832 USB 3.0 camera or the ODC 241 tablet camera. The model number indicates the combination: OBE 124C825 is the OBE 124 with the ODC 825, while OBE 134T241 is the OBE 134 with the ODC 241.
Microscope: OBE 124 or OBE 134
Both microscopes have a Butterfly tube, inclined at 30° and rotatable through 360°, with an interpupillary distance of 50 to 75 mm and unilateral dioptre adjustment from -5 to +5. The HWF 10x eyepieces have an 18 mm field of view and a high eye point. The nosepiece has four positions. The OBE 124 is fitted with 4x, 10x and 40x achromatic objectives, while the OBE 134 also features a 100x objective. With the 10x eyepiece, this results in a total magnification of 40x to 400x or 40x to 1,000x. The 3 W LED is continuously dimmable, and the Abbe condenser 1.25 has an aperture diaphragm. The field of view ranges from 0.18 to 4.5 mm, and the fine focus mechanism operates in increments of 0.002 mm.
Camera comparison
The ODC 825 and ODC 832 are C-Mount cameras with 5.1 MP and a 1/2.5-inch CMOS sensor. The ODC 825 operates via USB 2.0 at 6.8 to 55 frames per second, while the ODC 832 operates via USB 3.0 at 14.2 to 101.2 frames per second. Both are powered via the USB cable. According to Kern, they are also suitable for dark field, phase contrast and fluorescence applications. Data analysis is carried out on a PC using the free VIS 2.0 PRO or VIS 2.0 LITE software on Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8 and 10.
The ODC 241 is a tablet camera with a 5 MP Sony CMOS sensor (1/2.8 inch) and a frame rate of 30 frames per second. It has a display with a resolution of 2,048 x 1,536 pixels, runs on Android and has 128 GB of storage. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, USB 2.0, HDMI and a microSD card slot. Kern has developed it to enable simple and direct examination of the sample on screen and recommends it for school pupils and students in training, as well as for laboratory demonstrations.
Design and power supply
The sets with a C-Mount camera measure 360 x 150 x 390 mm, while those with a tablet camera measure 360 x 235 x 540 mm. Kern states that the net weight is approximately 6 kg in both cases. The microscope is powered by a plug-in mains adaptor rated for 100 to 240 V; the device receives 5 V at 1 A. There is a compartment for the power cable on the back. According to Kern, the microscope can also be powered by an external power bank.
Typical applications
- Haematology and sediment analysis with image documentation on a PC
- Medical and veterinary practices: recording findings as photographs
- Training and universities: displaying specimens live on screen
- Inpatient and outpatient facilities, as well as public health authorities
Models at a glance
| Model | Microscope | Objectives | Total magnification | Camera | Dimensions (W x D x H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBE 124C825 | OBE 124 | 4x, 10x, 40x | 40x to 400x | ODC 825, USB 2.0, 5.1 MP | 360 x 150 x 390 mm |
| OBE 124C832 | OBE 124 | 4x, 10x, 40x | 40x to 400x | ODC 832, USB 3.0, 5.1 MP | 360 x 150 x 390 mm |
| OBE 124T241 | OBE 124 | 4x, 10x, 40x | 40x to 400x | ODC 241, tablet camera, 5 MP | 360 x 235 x 540 mm |
| OBE 134C825 | OBE 134 | 4x, 10x, 40x, 100x (oil) | 40x to 1,000x | ODC 825, USB 2.0, 5.1 MP | 360 x 150 x 390 mm |
| OBE 134C832 | OBE 134 | 4x, 10x, 40x, 100x (oil) | 40x to 1,000x | ODC 832, USB 3.0, 5.1 MP | 360 x 150 x 390 mm |
| OBE 134T241 | OBE 134 | 4x, 10x, 40x, 100x (oil) | 40x to 1,000x | ODC 241, tablet camera, 5 MP | 360 x 235 x 540 mm |
Technical details
These values apply to all sets. Any differing values are listed in the model table.
| Optical system | Finite, bright field, dark field (optional) |
| Tube | Trinocular, Butterfly, inclined at 30°, rotatable through 360°, interpupillary distance 50 to 75 mm, dioptre adjustment on one side -5 to +5 |
| Beam splitter ratio | 20:80 (C832 sets also 0:100 according to the data sheet) |
| Eyepiece | HWF 10x, field of view 18 mm, mounting diameter 23.2 mm, high eye point |
| Objectives | Achromatic; OBE 124: 4x, 10x, 40x; OBE 134: 4x, 10x, 40x, 100x |
| Objective nosepiece | 4 places |
| Field of view | 0.18 mm to 4.5 mm |
| Condenser | Abbe, aperture 1.25, aperture diaphragm, height-adjustable, permanently mounted |
| Focusing | Coaxial coarse and fine focus, on both sides, fine focus 0.002 mm, torque control |
| Illumination | 3 W LED (transmitted light), 6,000 K, continuously dimmable, filters available |
| Camera connection | C-Mount thread, rolling shutter, colour sensor |
| Interfaces | C825: USB 2.0; C832: USB 3.0; T241: Wi-Fi, USB 2.0, HDMI, MicroSD card slot |
| Power supply | Plug-in mains adaptor 100 to 240 V, device 5 V / 1 A |
| Mains plug | Euro included in the scope of delivery; adapters for AUS, UK, US and CH optional |
| Net weight | approx. 6 kg |
| Storage temperature | -5 °C to 40 °C |
| Labelling | CE |
| Warranty (manufacturer) | 36 months according to Kern, excluding wear parts |
Scope of delivery
- OBE 124 or OBE 134 microscope with Butterfly tube and two HWF 10x eyepieces
- Achromatic objectives: 4x, 10x, 40x (OBE 134: additionally 100x)
- ODC 825, ODC 832 or ODC 241 camera, depending on the set
- C-Mount adapter
- For the C-Mount cameras as per the brochure: Microscope VIS Basic software (OXM 901), USB cable (2,000 mm), eyepiece adapter and stage micrometer
- Plug-in mains adaptor with Euro plug
- Dust cover, eyecups and multilingual operating instructions
Warranty
According to Kern & Sohn, these sets come with a 3-year warranty. Kern grants 3 years on products with a list price of €500 or more and 2 years on products below that and on components; wear parts such as batteries and rechargeable batteries are excluded. Warranty repairs are carried out by Kern or by a Kern dealer.
Downloads
Operating instructions Kern OBE 124C825, 124C832, 134C825, 134C832 (PDF)- Operating instructions Kern OBE 124T241, 134T241 (PDF)
Regulatory information
As electrical devices, the microscopes fall under the ElektroG. The manufacturer Kern & Sohn GmbH is registered under the WEEE registration number DE 80821200. How to return old appliances is described on the page Environment and disposal.
Individual requirements and procurement service
Eyepieces OBB-A1347, OBB-A1348, OBB-A1349 (with 0.1 mm scale) and OBB-A1354 (WF 16x), the objectives OBB-A1110 (20x), OBB-A1113 (60x), OBB-A1441 (100x water) and, for the OBE 124, OBB-A1109 (100x oil), the dark field insert OBB-A1148, the filters OBB-A1184, OBB-A1466, OBB-A1467 and OBB-A1468, the dust cover OBB-A1387, the eyepiece adapters ODC-A8102, ODC-A8103 and ODC-A8105, the calibration slide ODC-A2404, the software OXM 902 (VIS 2.0 PRO) and OXM 903 (VIS 2.0 LITE), as well as other cameras (ODC 251, ODC 841, ODC 854) are also available. Enquiries are handled via our procurement service.
| Design: | OBE 124C825 · 5,1 MP |
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