Overview: This document provides a comprehensive overview of KERN & SOHN GmbH's product offerings, focusing on microscopes and refractometers. It highlights the company's long-standing tradition of precision in weighing and measuring technology, and its expansion into optical instruments.
Company Background: KERN & SOHN GmbH, founded over 170 years ago, is a family-owned business known for quality and reliability. The company has evolved from producing precision balances to offering a wide range of optical instruments.
Product Range: The document details various models of microscopes and refractometers, emphasizing their high-quality optical systems, ergonomic design, and immediate usability. Key features include LED and halogen illumination, USB connectivity, and various optical enhancements like phase contrast and fluorescence illumination.
Technical Specifications: The document includes a list of technical specifications and features for different
microscope models, such as monocular, binocular, and trinocular options, as well as details on illumination types and optical systems.
Customer Support: KERN offers extensive customer support with dedicated consultants for different regions. The document provides contact information for customer service and technical support.
Sales and Service: The document outlines sales conditions, including warranty information, delivery terms, and financing options like hire purchase. It also mentions the availability of a 24-hour delivery service and a three-year warranty for instruments over €400.
Conclusion: KERN & SOHN GmbH positions itself as a leader in the optical instruments market by offering high-quality products at competitive prices, supported by efficient production methods and a strong customer service network.
After-Sales Service: Repair services are available within one week at the Balingen plant, with additional transportation costs. In urgent cases, a replacement device can be provided upon request until repairs are completed. If repair costs exceed the device's current value, a new device is offered at a discount, valid up to two years after warranty expiration. Spare parts are available within 48 hours, with transportation costs extra.
Marketing Support: KERN provides free catalogues, brochures, and branch prospectuses for personalized marketing. A neutral version without the KERN address is also available. Company logos and addresses can be printed on the back of the KERN catalogue at no charge. These materials are available in multiple languages: DE, GB, FR, IT, ES.
Important Notice: Models are not suitable for high humidity environments. Users should adhere to applicable electrical regulations.
Miscellaneous: Product images in the catalogue may differ due to technical innovations. Extensive accessories for optical instruments are available online.
Product Overview: - Microscopes: Includes compound, metallurgical, polarising, stereomicroscopes, and more.
- Refractometers: Offers analogue, digital, and Abbe refractometers.
New Products for 2017: Innovative products include various microscopes and accessories, with prices listed excluding German VAT.
Educational Line: The KERN OBS series offers school microscopes ideal for biology lessons, featuring intuitive controls and rechargeable batteries. The OBE series provides fully-equipped microscopes for schools and laboratories, with ergonomic design and rechargeable options.
Technical Specifications: Details on optical systems, nosepieces, tubes, stages, condensers, and illumination systems are provided for various models, highlighting features like LED illumination, mechanical stages, and available accessories.
Scope of Application: The document outlines the use of compound microscopes in various fields such as haematology, urology, gynaecology, dermatology, pathology, microbiology, parasitology, immunology, sewage treatment, oncology, entomology, veterinary science, water analysis, and breweries. It is also suitable for educational purposes where multiple observers are involved.
Applications/Samples: The microscopes are designed for examining translucent, thin, low-contrast, and challenging samples, including living mammal cells, bacteria, and tissue.
Technical Specifications: The microscopes feature an infinity optical system, a quadplex or quintuple nosepiece, and a Siedentopf head inclined at 30° and rotatable 360°. They include diopter adjustments, mechanical stages, and various illumination options such as 6V/20W halogen or 3W LED systems. The dimensions and weight vary slightly between models.
Models and Features: The document describes several models, including the KERN OBD-1, OBN-13, OBN-15, and OBN-14, each with specific features like
digital cameras, phase contrast capabilities, and fluorescence options. The OBN series is noted for its high quality, ergonomic design, and modular components, allowing customization for professional use.
Accessories and Options: A wide range of accessories is available, including eyepieces, objectives, condensers, phase contrast units, polarising units, and fluorescence units. The document also mentions the need for a C-mount adapter to connect a camera.
Pricing and Configuration: The document provides a detailed list of models, configurations, and prices, excluding VAT. It includes standard and optional components, with prices listed for each item.
Conclusion: The document provides comprehensive information on the specifications, applications, and configurations of KERN compound microscopes, highlighting their versatility and suitability for various scientific and educational applications.
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and configurations for various models of compound and inverted microscopes from KERN, designed for professional use in fields such as microbiology, pathology, and cell culture research. These microscopes are equipped with advanced features suitable for analyzing translucent, thin, and low-contrast samples.
Applications/Samples: The microscopes are particularly suited for applications involving immunofluorescence, FISH, DAPI staining, and the analysis of living mammal cells, tissue, and microorganisms. They are ideal for use in research and breeding of cell and tissue cultures.
Technical Specifications: - Optical System: Infinity optical system with quintuple nosepiece.
- Illumination: Options include halogen and epi-fluorescence units, with configurations for transmitted and epi-fluorescence illumination.
- Mechanical Features: Siedentopf head inclined at 30° or 45°, with 360° rotation, and diopter adjustment on both sides. Mechanical stages with coaxial coarse and fine focusing knobs are standard.
- Condenser: Abbe N.A. 1.25 or 0.3 with aperture diaphragm, suitable for bright field and phase contrast applications.
Models and Configurations: - KERN OBN-14: Professional line fluorescence microscope with a sextuple filter wheel, suitable for challenging samples.
- KERN OCM-1: Inverted microscope with ergonomic design, suitable for cell culture analysis, featuring a strong halogen illumination unit and a special Abbe condenser.
- KERN OCL-2: Inverted microscope with a large working distance, available in left or right-handed configurations, featuring a modular construction system for easy integration of additional components.
- KERN OCO-2: Professional line inverted microscope with a robust design, suitable for high-level requirements, featuring a trinocular connection and modular options.
Additional Features: - All models include a dust cover and user instructions.
- Options for eyepieces, objectives, specimen holders, and phase contrast units are available for customization.
- Some models offer price reductions while stocks last.
Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and features of various metallurgical microscopes offered by KERN, including models OKM, OKN, OKO, OLE, OLF, and OLM. These microscopes are designed for applications in metallurgy, material testing, and quality assurance, focusing on surface quality testing of raw materials and finished products.
Specifications:- Optical System: Infinity optical system with plan achromatic objectives for long working distances.
- Eyepieces: Various options including WF 10×/∅ 18 mm and HWF 10×/∅ 22 mm, some with reticules.
- Objectives: Range from 4×/0.13 to 100×/1.25, with options for long working distances and spring-loaded designs.
- Tubes: Binocular and trinocular options with Siedentopf design, inclined at 30° or 45°, with interpupillary distance adjustments.
- Stages: Mechanical stages with varying sizes and travel distances, some with specimen holders for microtitre plates and culture dishes.
- Illumination: Options include 6 V/30 W halogen and 12 V/50 W or 100 W halogen for incident and transmitted light, with color filters available.
Features:- Strong, dimmable halogen illumination for high-contrast images.
- Integrated filter wheels for quick color filter changes.
- Polarising units included for enhanced contrast.
- Large selection of accessories, including eyepieces, objectives, and C-mount adapters for camera connections.
- Protective dust covers and multilingual user instructions included.
Applications: Suitable for testing opaque and thick samples, workpieces, surfaces, fold lines, and coatings in industrial settings.
Models and Pricing:- OKM Series: Prices range from €1850 to €1940, featuring strong halogen illumination and large mechanical stages.
- OKN and OKO Series: Professional models with options for 50 W or 100 W illumination, priced from €2470 to €3260.
- OLE and OLF Series: Compact inverted microscopes with LED illumination, priced from €1310 to €1390.
- OLM Series: Ergonomic inverted microscopes with 50 W halogen illumination, priced at €3250.
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and features of various polarising and stereomicroscopes offered by KERN. It includes technical data, applications, and available accessories for each model.
Specifications:- Microscope Models: The document covers models such as KERN OLM-1, OPE-1, OPM-1, OPN-1, OPO-1, OSE-4, and OSF-4.
- Optical Features: Includes details on magnification levels, working distances, and optical systems like Greenough optics and Infinity optical systems.
- Illumination: Various models feature halogen and LED illumination, with options for transmitted and reflected light.
- Stage and Tube Design: Information on mechanical stages, trinocular and monocular tubes, and interpupillary distance adjustments.
Procedures and Applications:- Applications: Suitable for mineralogy, material testing, training, and observation of crystals and isotropic materials.
- Sample Types: Designed for both simple and complex samples with polarising properties.
Accessories and Options:- Accessories: Includes options like quartz wedges, mechanical stage attachments, and various eyepieces.
- Cleaning Sets: A 7-piece cleaning set is available for maintaining microscopes and other optical instruments.
Key Features:- Polarising Microscopes: Equipped with features like Bertrand lenses, λ + ¼ λ Slips, and revolving stages.
- Stereomicroscopes: Notable for their robust design, ergonomic construction, and precise focusing capabilities.
Conclusion: The document serves as a comprehensive guide for selecting and understanding the features of KERN microscopes, catering to educational, laboratory, and industrial needs.
Specifications and Features:
The document provides detailed specifications for various models of KERN stereo zoom microscopes, including the OZL-46, OZL-45, OZL-45R, and OZM-5 series. These microscopes are designed for applications such as in vitro fertilization, detection of parasites, zoology, botany, tissue preparation, and quality control. They feature Greenough optics, adjustable brightness, and a magnification ratio ranging from 6.4:1 to 6.7:1. The microscopes offer continuous magnification, with the OZL-46 series ranging from 7× to 45× and the OZL-45 series from 7.5× to 50×.
Models and Configurations:
The document outlines various models, including binocular and trinocular versions, with options for integrated LED or halogen illumination. The OZL-46 series is available with a pillar stand for flexibility, while the OZL-45R features an integrated LED ring illumination for shadow-free lighting. The OZM-5 series offers both binocular and trinocular models, with or without illumination, and includes a strong 3 W LED illumination.
Accessories and Options:
A wide range of accessories is available, including eyepieces, auxiliary objectives, external illumination units, and C-mount adapters for camera connection. The document also mentions the availability of protective dust covers, eye cups, and multi-lingual user instructions.
Applications and Samples:
The microscopes are suitable for examining samples with a focus on three-dimensional impressions and variable magnification, such as insects, seeds, circuit boards, and components. They are ideal for use in laboratories, training centers, quality control, and the electronics and semiconductor industries.
Technical Data:
The microscopes have an interpupillary distance range of 52–76 mm, diopter adjustment on both sides, and overall dimensions varying by model. The net weight of the microscopes is approximately 4 to 5 kg, depending on the model.
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and options for KERN stereo zoom microscopes, focusing on models OZM-5, OZO-5, OZP-5, and OZR-5. These microscopes are designed for professional applications requiring high magnification and precision, such as zoology, botany, quality control, and electronics.
Specifications: The microscopes feature a range of magnifications, from 6x to 270x, depending on the model and eyepiece combination. They offer both binocular and trinocular versions, with options for LED illumination. The optical systems include Greenough optics and parallel optics, providing high-contrast and color-true images.
Features: Key features include ergonomic design for prolonged use, large working distances, and a variety of accessories such as eyepieces, stands, and auxiliary objectives. The microscopes are equipped with adjustable brightness and diopter settings, and some models offer a 50:50 light distribution.
Models and Pricing: The document lists various models with their respective configurations and prices, excluding VAT. Prices range from €850 to €2140, depending on the model and features.
Applications: These microscopes are suitable for examining three-dimensional samples, such as insects, seeds, and circuit boards, with a focus on depth and thickness. They are also used in assembly and repair tasks in the semiconductor industry.
Accessories: A wide range of accessories is available, including C-mount adapters for camera connections, darkfield units, and various stage plates. The document also mentions optional external illumination units and mechanical stages.
Conclusion: KERN stereo zoom microscopes offer versatile and high-quality solutions for detailed analysis and documentation in scientific and industrial settings. The availability of various models and accessories allows customization to meet specific user needs.
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and features of various stereo zoom microscopes from the KERN series, designed for professional use in fields such as biology, electronics, and gemology. These microscopes are equipped with high-quality optics, adjustable magnification, and options for camera connectivity.
Specifications:- Optical System: Parallel optics for excellent image quality, depth of field, and contrast.
- Magnification: Adjustable ranges from 8x to 80x, depending on the model.
- Illumination: Options include LED reflected and transmitted light, with some models offering coaxial illumination for enhanced depth of focus.
- Design: Trinocular models for camera attachment, ergonomic stands, and modular construction for flexibility.
- Accessories: A wide range of eyepieces, stands, darkfield kits, and external illumination units are available.
Applications:- In vitro fertilization, parasite detection, zoology, botany, tissue preparation, quality control, electronics, and semiconductor industries.
- Jewelry and gem industry for examining precious stones and minerals.
Technical Data:- Interpupillary Distance: 52-76 mm.
- Diopter Adjustment: Both-sided.
- Dimensions: Vary by model, e.g., 305x300x540 mm for some models.
- Weight: Approximately 5.5 kg to 6.6 kg, depending on the model.
Key Features:- Fatigue-free working due to high-quality optics.
- Trinocular design for documentation and quality reporting.
- Flexible and sturdy stands for ergonomic use.
- Protective dust cover and multilingual user instructions included.
Models and Pricing: The document lists various models with specific configurations and pricing, excluding VAT. Options for additional accessories and configurations are also detailed.
Overview: This document provides technical specifications and configurations for various models of stereomicroscopes, particularly focusing on models suitable for processing workpieces such as gems and precious stones. It includes detailed information on optical systems, magnification ratios, dimensions, weights, and illumination options.
Technical Specifications:- Optical System: Greenough optics with adjustable brightness and a tube inclined at 45°.
- Interpupillary Distance: 55–75 mm with both-sided diopter adjustment.
- Models: OZG 493 and OZG 497, with magnification ratios of 5.1:1 and 6.7:1 respectively.
- Dimensions and Weight: OZG 493 measures 310×170×350 mm and weighs approximately 5 kg, while OZG 497 measures 340×235×480 mm and weighs approximately 11.5 kg.
Illumination and Stand Options:- Standard configurations include binocular and trinocular options with various illumination types such as halogen and fluorescence.
- Stand styles include pillar and arm curved designs, with options for transmitted and incident illumination.
Eyepieces and Objectives:- Various eyepiece options are available, including WF and HWF types with different magnifications and field of view diameters.
- Working distances and total magnifications are specified for different eyepiece and objective combinations.
Modular System:- The document outlines a modular system for stereomicroscopes, allowing for customization with different heads, stands, and illumination units.
- Universal stands and holders are available to enhance flexibility and adaptability for various applications.
External Illumination:- Options for ring illumination and cold light sources are provided, with specifications on illuminance, inner diameter, and color temperature.
Microscope Cameras:- A range of microscope cameras is available, including C-mount cameras with USB 2.0 connectivity, suitable for various operating systems.
Overview: The document provides detailed information about KERN microscope cameras and refractometers, highlighting their features, specifications, and applications. It includes technical data, pricing, and compatibility details for various models.
Microscope Cameras:- Universal Microscope Cameras: These cameras can be connected to microscopes and computers via USB 2.0 or 3.0. They are powered through the USB cable, eliminating the need for an additional power supply. The cameras are compatible with all microscopes that have the appropriate C-mount adapter.
- Features: The cameras offer high frame rates, stable image performance, and are suitable for demanding applications like darkfield and fluorescence due to improved light sensitivity. They come with KERN Microscope VIS software, a USB cable, and an object micrometer for calibration.
- Models and Specifications: Various models are listed with details such as resolution, interface, sensor type, supported operating systems, and pricing. For example, the ODC 851 model offers 2 MP resolution with HDMI and USB 2.0 interfaces.
Refractometers:- Analogue Refractometers: These are maintenance-free handheld devices used for measuring the refractive index in various applications such as sugar content in food and monitoring lubricants in the industry.
- Features: They have multiple selectable scales to avoid manual calculation errors, are equipped with eyepieces for easy adjustment, and some models include automatic temperature compensation.
- Applications: The refractometers are used in the food industry, agriculture, and beekeeping, among others. Specific models are designed for measuring sugar content, salt concentration, and alcohol potential in fruits.
- Technical Data: The document provides details on measurement temperature ranges, housing materials, and dimensions for different models.
Software:- KERN Microscope VIS Software: This multi-lingual software supports streaming, image snapshots, video functions, and various measurement tools. It is compatible with Microsoft Windows XP through Windows 10 and offers features like automatic white balance and contrast adjustment.
Overview: This document provides detailed information on various models of refractometers suitable for different applications, including urine analysis, automotive industry, and more. It outlines the specifications, applications, and pricing of both analogue and digital refractometers.
Specifications and Applications:- Urine Analysis: Models are designed for measuring specific gravity, serum protein in urine, and refractive index. Applications include hospitals, sports medicine, and veterinary.
- Automotive and Industry: Suitable for measuring AdBlue, glycol concentration, battery fluid, urea, and thermal exchange systems. Applications include car workshops, chemical industry, and solar industry.
- Expert Applications: Models with large measuring ranges for universal applications, including gemmology and jewellery.
- Food and Beverage Industry: Models for measuring sugar content (Brix value) in food and beverages, and monitoring lubricants in machines.
- Salt and Wine Industry: Models for determining NaCl concentration in water and sugar content in fruit for wine production.
Model Details:- Analogue Refractometers: KERN ORA models with various scales and measuring ranges, suitable for expert applications and jewellery industry.
- Digital Refractometers: KERN ORD models with features like automatic temperature compensation, large display, and multiple scales for diverse applications.
- Abbe Refractometers: KERN ORT-1, robust and accurate, suitable for sugar, pharmacy, and chemical industries.
Accessories and Calibration: The document lists various accessories such as calibration liquids, contact liquids, and calibration blocks for maintaining and calibrating the refractometers.
Key Features:- Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) for digital models.
- Robust design for easy and efficient use.
- Wide range of applications across different industries.
Microscope Selection Guide: This document serves as a comprehensive checklist for selecting the appropriate microscope based on specific requirements and applications. It outlines various types of microscopes, their intended uses, and the technical specifications needed to make an informed decision.
Types of Microscopes:
- Compound Microscope: Used for transparent or translucent preparations.
- Stereo Microscope: Suitable for surface observation with 3D optics and slow to medium magnification.
- Phase Contrast Microscope: Ideal for preparations with minimal contrast or very translucent samples.
- Fluorescence Microscope: Used for observing fluorescent structures.
- Polarisation Microscope: For preparations with refraction, such as crystals.
- Metallurgical Microscope: For surface observation of components, materials, and minerals.
- Inverted Microscope: Primarily used for cell culture and thick preparations.
Technical Specifications:
- Eyepiece Tube Options: Monocular, binocular, trinocular, and digital eyepiece tubes are available, with considerations for camera adaptation.
- Illumination Types: Options include halogen and LED transmitted illumination, halogen reflecting illumination, LED incident illumination, and external illumination.
- Köhler Illumination: Options range from no Köhler illumination to full Köhler illumination with adjustable condensers and diaphragms.
- Objective Magnification: Available objectives range from 4x to 100x, with additional phase contrast objectives and various quality standards such as achromatic and infinity-corrected objectives.
- Eyepiece Specifications: Options for eyepiece diameter and magnification, including dioptre adjustments and scale features.
- Camera Requirements: Considerations for document saving and camera specifications, including the need for a C-mount adapter with trinocular microscopes.
- Additional Functions: Options for dark field units, polarisation units, fluorescent units, phase-contrast units, and colour filters.
Stereo Microscope Specifications:
- Optical Systems: Greenough and parallel/ABBE beam paths.
- Illumination Options: Incident, transmitted, coaxial, and external illumination.
- Magnification Types: Rotation objective and zoom options.
- Working Distance and Field of View: Specifications for minimum and maximum working distances and field of view sizes.
Contact Information:
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