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Description of this part for the microscope.

220V - 240V
Output: 8V
Output power: 20W
Power plug: European flat plug
Potentiometer: yes, smooth brightness adjustment

Designed for:
- Lomo OI-21 illuminator
- Lomo OI-35 illuminator
- illuminator used with MBC-9 and MBC-10 stereo microscopes

Also compatible with older black Lomo microscopes:
- MBB-1
- MIN-8
- EPI reflected-light illuminators, including those used with the Lomo METAM and Lomo MMU-3
- and many others

Some older Lomo microscopes (for example, the MBC-1 and MBC-2 stereo microscopes) may use different connectors, but they use the same Lomo 8V 20W BA15d lamps.

Description of this part for the microscope.

ameters:
Manufacturer: Lomo
Model: PLAN 25x0.50 P
Original designation: ЛОМО ПЛАН 25х0,50 П
Magnification: 25x
Numerical aperture N.A.: 0.50
Tube length: 160 mm
Cover glass: yes, 0.17 mm thickness
Immersion oil: no – this is a dry objective
Focal length: 45 mm
Thread type: RMS
Additional designation: P (Cyrillic: П) indicates that this objective is designed for use with polarized light
Special features: built-in iris diaphragm
Year of manufacture: 1976

This objective has a standard RMS thread and TL=160 mm, which means it can be used with the vast majority of microscopes from virtually any manufacturer, including Olympus, Zeiss, Nikon, PZO, Carl Zeiss Jena, Reichert, Wild and many others.

The built-in iris diaphragm allows, among other things, precise centering of the objective, because in a polarizing microscope the following diaphragms may operate simultaneously:
- field diaphragm in the illuminator
- aperture diaphragm (or two aperture diaphragms) in the condenser
- iris diaphragm in the microscope objective
- iris diaphragm in the eyepiece head
and accurate centering of all of them relative to each other is very important in polarized-light observations.

Objectives marked "P" / "Pol" feature a special construction in which the lenses are mounted and cemented in a way that prevents mechanical stress. They can be used both for conventional brightfield microscopy and for observations in polarized light.

Description of this part for the microscope.

for the large illuminator attached to the rear of the microscope
- a built-in right-angle mirror in the base that redirects the light beam. This mirror can be centered using two adjustment screws located on the front of the microscope base
- the focusing block with coarse focus (macro movement) and coaxial fine focus (micro movement)
- a mount for either the single objective holder (pincer holder) or the 5-position polarizing objective nosepiece
- the microscope head mounting point – however, in Lomo Polam microscopes a polarizing intermediate tube with the analyzer is mounted here first, followed by the microscope head

The complete body of the Lomo Polam L-211 microscope may be useful in the following situations:
- if you are building your own microscope by purchasing individual components to assemble a configuration that perfectly matches your requirements
- if you own a Lomo Polam microscope whose body is in very poor condition, damaged or incomplete, for example with non-functioning focusing controls, a damaged illuminator mount or other mechanical problems

Since this database includes both the body of the Lomo Polam R-113 (Полам Р-113) and the Lomo Polam L-211 (Полам Л-211), here is a brief summary of the differences between them:
- the Lomo Polam R-113 has no built-in illumination components in the base, only an opening for a mirror or an external light source
- the Lomo Polam L-211 has a built-in right-angle mirror in the base that redirects light from the rear illuminator vertically upward, and it also provides a mounting point for the large rear illuminator
- the Lomo Polam R-113 has a permanently installed single objective holder (pincer holder) for a polarizing objective
- the Lomo Polam L-211, on the other hand, has an interchangeable mount that accepts either a single objective holder (pincer holder) or a 5-position polarizing objective nosepiece

Lomo Polam microscopes feature a standardized modular design, which means, for example:
- components such as the microscope stage holder, condenser holder, polarizing intermediate tube, monocular head or trinocular photo head from other Polam microscope models (e.g. R-113, R-211 or L-213) are compatible with this L-211 body
- this L-211 body can also be installed on other Lomo Polam models, including older ones, making it an inexpensive way to upgrade an older Polam microscope, for example one with a damaged coarse/fine focusing block
- another interesting option is replacing only the base in order to equip simpler Lomo Polam microscopes with the powerful rear-mounted illuminator

An amusing curiosity. Users of Lomo Polam microscopes, especially those unfamiliar with the Cyrillic alphabet, sometimes misread the model designation of the Lomo Polam L-211.
- the original Cyrillic designation is: Л-211
- many users mistake the letter "Л" (L) for the letter "П" (P) because they have a very similar appearance in Cyrillic
- as a result, they incorrectly read the model designation as Lomo Polam P-211
- the funny part is that there actually is a microscope model called "ЛОМО Полам Р-211" – however, the Cyrillic letter "Р" corresponds to the Latin letter "R", which makes the confusion even greater

Description of this part for the microscope.

illuminator mount
- the arm containing the coarse focus (macro movement) and coaxial fine focus (micro movement) mechanism
- a pincer holder (single objective holder) for a polarizing microscope objective
- the microscope head mount – however, in Lomo Polam microscopes this position is first occupied by the intermediate tube with the polarization analyzer, and only then by the microscope head

The complete Lomo Polam R-113 / P-113 microscope body may be useful in the following situations:
- if you are building your own microscope by purchasing individual parts to assemble a configuration that fully meets your requirements
- if you own a Lomo Polam microscope but its body is heavily worn, damaged or incomplete, for example with defective coarse/fine focus controls, a damaged pincer objective holder or other mechanical problems

Lomo Polam microscopes are built around a standardized modular design. For example:
- components such as the stage holder, condenser holder, polarizing intermediate tube, monocular head or trinocular photo head from other Polam models (e.g. L-211 or L-213) are compatible with the R-113 / P-113 body
- the R-113 body can also be installed on other, including newer, Lomo Polam models, making it an inexpensive way to repair a microscope with a defective coarse/fine focus mechanism

Description of this part for the microscope.

nosepiece.

This holder is compatible with the following polarizing microscopes:
- Lomo Polam L-211
- Lomo Polam L-213
- Lomo Polam LMPR

The microscope models listed above are equipped with a removable 5-position objective nosepiece that can be removed and replaced with this single objective holder. A single-objective configuration has long been a standard solution in polarizing microscopy, and many users still prefer it today.

Simpler models, such as the Lomo Polam C-111 (Latin transcription S-111) and P-111 (Latin transcription R-111), do not have a removable objective nosepiece. Therefore, this holder is not compatible with those models.

Important:
The objective is not screwed directly into this holder. This holder does not have an RMS thread. It accepts objectives that have already been mounted in dedicated centering adapters. These adapters provide the precise objective centering required for polarizing microscopy.

The manufacturer illustrates this holder in Figure 4 of the instruction manual (item 47) and refers to it as щипцовое устройство (shchipcovoe ustrojstvo - pincer device).

Several names are commonly used for this component in documentation and among microscope users, including:
- single objective holder
- single objective mount
- objective holder
- objective clamp
- objective carrier
- pincer holder
- single objective nosepiece
- objective socket
- the English term "single objective microscope nosepiece" is very commonly used, even though it is technically associated with a revolving nosepiece

If you need additional comparison photographs, this database also contains:
- the 5-position objective nosepiece for this microscope model (part number 00798)
- the centering adapter for a single RMS objective (supplied together with the objective as part number 00772)

Description of this part for the microscope.

marking: none (variable retardation)
Crystal material: Quartz
Optical retardation: continuously variable, from 1st to 4th order of the interference spectrum
Orientation of optical axes: aligned with the insertion direction (retardation increases with insertion depth)

Dimensions:
Total length: 115 mm
Insertion length: 78 mm
Width: 19 mm

Compensating slider in the form of a quartz wedge with variable, increasing optical retardation. Allows precise, continuous adjustment of the compensation value by sliding the wedge within the microscope accessory slot. Used for accurate determination of the interference color order of observed specimens and for precise measurement of crystal birefringence.

Description of this part for the microscope.

part is an intermediate tube located in the optical path between the reflected-light illuminator with its condenser and the microscope body. It performs two functions:
- on one side it is attached to the microscope body, and this side contains the slot into which the iris diaphragm slide is inserted
- on the opposite side there is a dovetail mount for the illuminator assembly

Please note:
- the original Cyrillic designation of this model is: ЛОМО ММУ-3
- for users of the Latin alphabet who know that the manufacturer is "Lomo", the designation looks like: Lomo MMY-3
- however, the original designation is read as: Lomo MMU-3

The last photograph shows this microscope part indicated with an arrow and its exact position inside the microscope, allowing it to be identified unambiguously.

Description of this part for the microscope.

This microscope part performs two essential functions:
- mounting the microscope body onto the stand column
- providing coarse focus (macro movement) along the permanently mounted rack

More precisely, this assembly consists of the following components:
- stand column clamp
- stand column locking screw
- dovetail guide on which the microscope body with the optics moves
- rack on which the microscope body with the optics moves

Please note:
- the original Cyrillic designation of this model is: ЛОМО ММУ-3
- for people using the Latin alphabet who know that the manufacturer is "Lomo", it visually appears as: Lomo MMY-3
- however, the original designation is pronounced: Lomo MMU-3

The last photograph in the gallery includes an arrow indicating exactly which microscope part is being offered and where it is installed inside the microscope, making it easy to identify this component unambiguously.

Description of this part for the microscope.

КВ.КР.1 (Latin alphabet transcription: KV.KR.1)
Crystal material: Quartz
Optical retardation: 1 lambda (approx. 550 nm)
Orientation of optical axes: perpendicular and parallel to the slider body edge

Dimensions:
Total length: 80 mm
Insertion length: 60 mm
Width: 19 mm
Height: 7,5 mm

Full-wave compensating slider (gypsum plate / first-order red plate) introducing a phase shift of one full wavelength. It produces the sensitive interference tint - the purplish-red of the first order - against which even minimal changes in the birefringence of the observed specimen become clearly visible as a shift toward blue or yellow tones. Used for identification of low-birefringence minerals and for determining the sign of elongation of crystals.

Description of this part for the microscope.

erpendicular/parallel axis - for Lomo Polam polarizing microscopes

Lomo microscope compensating slider:
Factory marking: СЛ1/4λ (Latin alphabet transcription: SL1/4lambda)
Alternative name: Sénarmont, CP-QS (Compensating Plate, Quarter-wave Sénarmont)
Crystal material: Mica
Optical retardation: 1/4 lambda (approx. 140 nm)
Orientation of optical axes: perpendicular and parallel to the slider body edge

Dimensions:
Total length: 80 mm
Insertion length: 60 mm
Width: 19 mm
Height: 7,5 mm

Quarter-wave compensating slider of the Sénarmont type (Sénarmont quarter-wave plate) introducing a phase shift of 1/4 wavelength. Unlike the standard quarter-wave plate, in the Sénarmont configuration the crystal axis (Ng) runs parallel to the vibration direction of the polarizer, and the 45-degree effect is enforced by the microscope accessory slot - not by the orientation of the crystal within the body. Used for precise quantitative measurements of optical retardation, determination of the optical sign of minerals, and analysis of elliptically polarized light - in combination with a rotating analyzer and an interference filter (typically 546 nm or 551 nm).

The axes of the fast ray (Np) and slow ray (Ng) are oriented parallel and perpendicular to the edges of the slider body. This arrangement is used in specific types of LOMO microscope heads or with a non-standard (rotated by 45 degrees) polarizer setup, in order to achieve the correct interference effect.

A first variant of this slider is also available - standard quarter-wave plate СЛ1/4λ (Latin alphabet transcription: SL1/4lambda) with diagonal axis (45 degrees), suitable for the vast majority of classic polarizing microscopes with a standard accessory slot. Before purchasing, please check the design of your microscope. Using the incorrect variant will cause the crystal axes to misalign with the vibration direction of the polarized light, preventing proper background extinction as well as precise measurements and conoscopic observations.

Description of this part for the microscope.

microscopes

Lomo microscope compensating slider:
Factory marking: СЛ1/4λ
Crystal material: Mica
Optical retardation: 1/4 lambda (approx. 140 nm)
Orientation of optical axes: diagonal, 45 degrees relative to the slider body edge

Dimensions:
Total length: 80 mm
Insertion length: 60 mm
Width: 19 mm
Height: 7,5 mm

Quarter-wave compensating slider (quarter-wave plate) introducing a phase shift of 1/4 wavelength. Used for standard compensation, determination of the optical sign of minerals, and analysis of elliptically polarized light.

The axes of the fast ray (Np) and slow ray (Ng) are oriented at 45 degrees relative to the longitudinal axis of the slider. This is the standard configuration used in the vast majority of classic polarizing microscopes, where the accessory slot is parallel to the microscope arm and the vibration axes of the crystal must align precisely with the diagonal of the polarizer and analyzer directions.

A second variant of this slider is also available - of the Sénarmont type, designated by the abbreviation CP-QS (Compensating Plate, Quarter-wave Sénarmont). In the Sénarmont configuration, the crystal axis (Ng) runs parallel to the vibration direction of the polarizer, and the 45-degree effect is enforced by the microscope accessory slot - not by the orientation of the crystal within the body. The Sénarmont variant is intended for specialized LOMO microscope heads with a 45-degree-rotated accessory slot and for precise quantitative measurements of optical retardation in combination with a rotating analyzer and an interference filter (typically 546 nm or 551 nm). Before purchasing, please check the design of your microscope. Using the incorrect variant will cause the crystal axes to misalign with the vibration direction of the polarized light, preventing proper background extinction as well as precise measurements and conoscopic observations.

Description of this part for the microscope.

with the Lomo Polam polarizing microscope. The set included phase contrast diaphragms and dark field diaphragms. Here I present and offer a complete set.

Important note:
Such diaphragms in a special holder were supplied as a set of five diaphragms as an accessory for the Lomo Polam polarizing microscope. These diaphragms are mounted onto the polarizing microscope condenser to obtain a combination of these techniques and a phase image in polarized light. Please note that the same condensers can also be used in polarizing microscopes of the Lomo MIN series (for example Lomo MIN-6 or Lomo MIN-8 models) and in microscopes designed for infrared light work from the Lomo MIK series (for example Lomo MIK-4). This means that there is nothing preventing the use of these phase rings in those microscopes as well.

The latest version of the Lomo Polam microscope, namely the Lomo Polam LMPR model, no longer requires this accessory. The Lomo Polam LMPR already features a dedicated rotating polarizing phase condenser (somewhat similar to the Lomo KF-4 condenser).

The last photo in the gallery shows a page from the Lomo Polam microscope manual where this microscope part is presented. In the manual it is shown in figure number 6, item number 65.

If you have such a set but it is incomplete - browse this database - you will also find individual diaphragms offered separately - specifically to solve such situations.

Description of this part for the microscope.

below the condenser. In most microscopes this module is installed, but it is a separate accessory and does not have to be present. Directly below it is the location where the component offered here is mounted.

This component performs at least two functions:
- it limits the vertical movement of the condenser and specifically prevents it from being lowered too far
- it acts as a blanking plate if there are no additional accessories installed below the condenser diffuser

However, if this component serves as a blanking plate, what other accessories can be mounted there? The most commonly encountered optional accessory for Lomo Polam microscopes is the Lomo MIP-2 monochromator (this is the model designation written in the Latin alphabet). Since this is optional equipment, this blanking plate performs its function exactly at this location.

This blanking plate is also attractive to users who need an original mounting point below the condenser (appropriate dovetail mount and clamping screw - this blanking plate provides all of these features) in order to attach their own DIY accessory intended to be placed in the optical path.

In the last photograph, an arrow indicates which component is being offered and where it is located in the microscope, allowing this microscope part to be identified unambiguously.

Description of this part for the microscope.

is to switch the reflected-light operating mode between darkfield and brightfield observation.

This slider is inserted into a slot located in the Lomo MMU-3 microscope between the microscope body and the lamp housing.

This slider has two positions:
1. Darkfield stop (darkfield disc). When the slider is set to this position, the microscope can be used for reflected-light darkfield observations.
2. Frosted diffuser filter with an iris diaphragm. When the slider is set to this position, the microscope can be used for reflected-light brightfield observations.

In the last photograph, an arrow indicates which component is being offered and where it is located in the microscope, allowing this microscope part to be identified unambiguously.

Description of this part for the microscope.

Carl Zeiss Jena, PZO, Meopta, Olympus, IOR and others.

This tube makes it possible to connect a camera or photographic camera to a trinocular head or directly to the microscope body, even when no trinocular head is installed.

Originally, this adapter was designed for the Lomo TRN-1 trinocular head. This head was used in Lomo Polam polarizing microscopes from the early 1970s onwards.

Several remarks regarding the model designation of the trinocular head for which this component was originally intended:
- the name Lomo TRN-1 is the Latin alphabet designation. In Cyrillic script the model designation appears as TPH (for example model TPH1Y4.2), and this designation is used in the manual for the Lomo Polam L-211 microscope
- the vast majority of these trinocular heads are not marked with any model designation
- the Envirotools website http://www.envirotools.hu/ateso_fenyu_polarizacios_mikroszkop.htm refers to this trinocular head as HU-POL

In the last photograph, an arrow indicates exactly which component is being offered and where it is located in the Lomo Polam microscope, allowing this part to be identified unambiguously.

Basic technical parameters of this tube:
Mounting method to the trinocular head or microscope: 41 mm dovetail mount (this is also the Carl Zeiss Jena standard)
Camera mounting method: male M39 thread
Alternative camera mounting method: since the M39 thread can be removed, a plain smooth tube with a diameter of 35 mm remains
Additional optics: yes, the original optics are installed inside, although they can be removed, leaving only an "empty tube".

This is not "a tube dedicated to a specific microscope model". It is a tube originally mounted on the third port (photo port) of a trinocular head. Since a trinocular head can be installed on microscopes other than the model with which it was originally supplied, this tube can be regarded as a universal accessory.

These technical parameters make it possible to use this tube with virtually any microscope manufactured by:
- Lomo (for example Biolam, Polam, MBB-1A and others)
- Carl Zeiss Jena (for example Ergaval, Amplival, Jenamed and others)
- IOR, Meopta and other manufacturers using a 41 / 41.5 mm dovetail mount

In addition, a 41 mm dovetail tube can easily be mounted on microscopes equipped with a 42 mm or 43 mm opening, for example:
- Olympus (for example CH, CH-2, BH-2 models)
- PZO (for example Biolar, Studar, MB-30 and others)

The entire list of microscope manufacturers and models given above may also be treated as a list of microscopes compatible with the Lomo TRN-1 trinocular head. Indeed, many examples can be found on the Internet showing this head being used with microscopes made by manufacturers other than Lomo.

Because this tube is equipped with an M39 thread by default, almost any camera or photographic camera can be attached by means of a suitable adapter, for example:
- devices with M42 threads
- devices with C-mount threads
- Nikon, Sony, Olympus and other camera standards

This is therefore a universal photo tube featuring a 41 mm dovetail on one side and either an M39 thread or a 35 mm tube on the other side.

In the image gallery, every photograph includes a millimetre scale, and in addition, the dimensions of the dovetail, tube and thread have been measured with calipers so that compatibility can be determined precisely.

Description of this part for the microscope.

213) do not have a built-in illuminator integrated into the microscope stand. Instead, they use external Lomo illuminators mounted on the microscope, for example the simple Lomo OI-32 illuminator or the Lomo OI-35 Koehler illuminator.

Users who require a more powerful light source for their work (for example 100 W) often use external illuminators mounted on separate stands - and this mirror is used to redirect that light into the optical system. Users also frequently experiment with different types of illumination (quartz, halogen, red or fluorescent light) - and this mirror is intended for such applications as well.

Mechanically, the mirror is integrated with a mounting base having a diameter of 43.5 mm, exactly matching the opening in the microscope base. When installed in this way, the mirror is stable and allows comfortable operation with high-power external light sources.

The last photograph in the gallery is a poster containing a comparison table of various Lomo Polam microscope models. It allows you to see exactly where and which illuminators are mounted in different Lomo Polam microscopes - and therefore also where this mirror is installed.

Description of this part for the microscope.

light from the lamp into homogeneous illumination, makes the lamp filament invisible and ensures that the entire specimen is illuminated evenly.

The filter is mounted on a swing-out holder, which is a separate module installed below the condenser. This allows the entire frosted diffuser to be swung out of the optical path. In this position, for example, illumination according to the Koehler standard can be adjusted.

Users employ various names for the matt filter mounted below the condenser. These include:
- matt filter
- frosted filter
- ground glass diffuser
- diffuser
- diffuser filter
- frost filter
- opal diffuser
- diffusing screen
- condenser diffuser
- swing-out diffuser

In the last photograph, an arrow indicates which microscope element is being offered and where it is located in the microscope, allowing this part to be identified unambiguously.

The holder with the frosted diffuser fits every model of the Lomo Polam microscope series (the model designation written in Cyrillic is given in parentheses):
- Lomo Polam S-111 (the Cyrillic designation looks like C-111)
- Lomo Polam S-112 (C-112)
- Lomo Polam R-111 (P-111)
- Lomo Polam R-112 (P-112)
- Lomo Polam R-113 (P-113)
- Lomo Polam L-211
- Lomo Polam L-213
- Lomo Polam LMPR
- also Lomo Polam R-312 and Lomo Polam R-311 (the Cyrillic designation is P-312 and P-311), although in these models the matt filter below the condenser is usually not required because these microscopes are intended primarily for reflected light work

The final photograph, in which I indicate with an arrow the mounting position of the diffuser below the condenser, is a poster containing a comparison table of various Lomo Polam microscope models. It will help you easily identify which model of Lomo Polam polarizing microscope you own.

Description of this part for the microscope.

their standard configuration were supplied with three wooden boxes:
- the main microscope case
- a smaller accessory case (Case No. 1)
- a larger wooden carrying case for accessories (Case No. 2)
The box presented here is Case No. 1. This particular example originally comes from a Lomo Polam L-211 microscope, but it can also be used to store accessories from other Lomo Polam models.

Various names are used on the secondary market for this type of wooden microscope box, including:
- wooden accessory box
- microscope accessory case
- microscope accessory storage case
- microscope accessory carrying case
- protective case for microscope accessories
- wooden storage case for microscope parts
- transport case for microscope components
- wooden instrument case
- fitted wooden case for microscope accessories
- wooden carrying case for microscope attachments
- storage box for microscope eyepieces and objectives
- original microscope accessory case

A millimetre scale is visible in all photographs, but I intentionally do not provide the dimensions of this case in the description, even though this would normally be considered good practice. I simply believe that mainly (or perhaps only?) users of Lomo Polam polarizing microscopes will be interested in it, as they may wish to store original accessories in an original wooden case.

The last photograph shows the original Lomo label with the factory arrangement of the contents of this case. This will definitely help the user place the appropriate components in the correct compartments.

Description of this part for the microscope.

their standard configuration were supplied with three wooden boxes:
- the main microscope case
- a smaller accessory case (Case No. 1)
- a larger wooden carrying case for accessories (Case No. 2)
The box presented here is Case No. 2. This particular example originally comes from a Lomo Polam L-211 microscope, but it can also be used to store accessories from other Lomo Polam models.

Various names are used on the secondary market for this type of wooden microscope box, including:
- wooden accessory box
- microscope accessory case
- microscope accessory storage case
- microscope accessory carrying case
- protective case for microscope accessories
- wooden storage case for microscope parts
- transport case for microscope components
- wooden instrument case
- fitted wooden case for microscope accessories
- wooden carrying case for microscope attachments
- storage box for microscope eyepieces and objectives
- original microscope accessory case

A millimetre scale is visible in all photographs, but I intentionally do not provide the dimensions of this case in the description, even though this would normally be considered good practice. I simply believe that mainly (or perhaps only?) users of Lomo Polam polarizing microscopes will be interested in it, as they may wish to store original accessories in an original wooden case.

The last photograph shows the original Lomo label with the factory arrangement of the contents of this case. This will definitely help the user place the appropriate components in the correct compartments.

Description of this part for the microscope.

mechanism is precise focusing - converting the horizontal movement of the adjustment knob into precise vertical movement.

Description of this part for the microscope.

microscope stage. It is also possible to mount a specialized stage on the side rails - these rails are visible in the photographs and are located on both sides of this stand base.

In the last photograph, on the scanned page from the Lomo MMU-1 microscope manual, an arrow indicates which component is being offered and where it is located in the microscope, allowing this part to be identified unambiguously.

Description of this part for the microscope.

The light source is inserted into this housing (the standard light source in this model is an 8V 20W bulb). The entire housing is covered with dense metal fins acting as a heat sink to dissipate heat. At the end of this housing there is a condenser lens collimating the light beam and a dovetail mount. This mount is used to attach the condenser to the next element of the illumination path, namely the holder with a slot for insertable sliders.

The model designation MMU-3 is written using the Latin alphabet. When written in Cyrillic, this designation looks like MMY-3, and people unfamiliar with the Cyrillic alphabet may therefore refer to this microscope model in that way.

Interestingly, the dovetail connection used here has a diameter of 41.5 mm, which is the standard mounting diameter for accessories (for example microscope heads and intermediate tubes) not only in Lomo microscopes, but also in Carl Zeiss Jena, Romanian IOR, Czechoslovak Meopta and many other microscopes. For this reason, this lamp housing is sometimes used as an EPI reflected light source in various Carl Zeiss Jena microscope modifications.

In the last photograph, on the scanned page from the instruction manual of the Lomo MMU-1 microscope, an arrow indicates which element is being offered and where it is located in the microscope, allowing this part to be identified unambiguously.

Description of this part for the microscope.

although incorrectly, referred to as "Lomo")
Model: 20 0,40
Magnification: 20x
Correction: Achromat
Numerical aperture: 0.40
Tube length: 160 mm
Focal length: 33 mm
Cover glass: 0.17 mm
Immersion: no
Thread: RMS
Serial number: 01234

It can be used with any microscope from any manufacturer. Of course, the microscope must be compatible, i.e. support RMS objectives, TL=160 mm and FL=33 mm.

After installing a 12 mm adapter, this combination of adapter and objective will function as an objective with FL=45 mm.

This objective is attractive mainly to collectors because:
- there are very few microscope objectives with the LZOS logo on the secondary market
- the objective has a so-called "golden serial number": 01234

Description of this part for the microscope.

visual observation and image capture (photography or video recording) on the LOMO MBC-10 (Lytkarino) stereo microscope.

The designation MBC-10 is the Cyrillic spelling. The equivalent name written in the Latin alphabet is MBS-10.

The MBC-10 microscope was also sold under the following names:
- OGME-P3
- SF-100 (name used in the USA)
- Silver Connection MBC-10 (mainly on the German market)

These are exactly the same microscopes, therefore this trinocular attachment is also compatible with those models.

Manufacturer: LZOS Lytkarino
Manufacturer information: LOMO is commonly but incorrectly listed as the manufacturer
Model: MFU
Year of manufacture: 1995
Component type: photographic adapter / trinocular attachment
Light split: 50% of the light from one optical path is directed to the photographic output
Simultaneous observation: yes, the adapter operates in simul-focal mode and does not interrupt simultaneous viewing
Camera connection: M42 thread - with an appropriate adapter virtually any camera or imaging device can be connected

Mechanically, this photographic attachment is installed between the magnification changer and the binocular head.

Various names are commonly used for this camera adapter on the secondary market and in microscope literature, including:
- SF-FA (the name used in the USA)
- trinocular head
- trinocular attachment
- trinocular tube
- trino
- photo tube
- phototube
- photo adapter
- photographic adapter
- camera adapter
- camera attachment
- photo port
- camera port
- photo output
- camera output
- photomicrography adapter
- microscope camera adapter
- microscope photo adapter
- photo head
- camera head
- simul-focal adapter
- M42 photo adapter
- M42 camera adapter
- MBS-10 camera port
- stereo microscope photo tube

It is worth noting that this photo tube is not compatible with MBC-1, MBC-2 or MBC-9 stereo microscopes and does not fit any biological microscope - including biological microscopes manufactured by LOMO.

Description of this part for the microscope.

for a stereo-microscope
Eyepiece magnification: 25x
Intended for: LOMO MPC-2 microscope
Mounting diameter: 40 mm (yes, forty millimetres)

Note - "MPC" is written in Cyrillic, therefore the model designation in the Latin alphabet is MPS-2.

Description of this part for the microscope.

wide-field eyepieces for a stereo microscope
Eyepiece magnification: 6.25x
Intended for: LOMO MPC-2 microscope
Mounting diameter: 40 mm (yes, forty millimetres)

Note - "MPC" is written in Cyrillic, therefore the model designation in the Latin alphabet is MPS-2.

Description of this part for the microscope.

magnification is very often used as a projection eyepiece for microphotography.

This eyepiece works with any microscope from any manufacturer that allows the use of eyepieces with a mounting diameter of 23.2 mm.

Description of this part for the microscope.

special diaphragms was supplied. The set included phase contrast diaphragms and dark field diaphragms.

Note - I am showing and offering here one single diaphragm in holder - exactly the one visible in the photos. This is a special diaphragm with a small light aperture. The complete set for the Lomo Polam microscope contains 5 diaphragms.

Important note:
Such diaphragms in a special holder, supplied as a set of five diaphragms, were an accessory for the Lomo Polam polarizing microscope. These diaphragms are mounted onto the polarizing microscope condenser in order to combine these observation techniques and obtain a phase image in polarized light. Please note that the same condensers can also be used in Lomo MIN series polarizing microscopes (for example Lomo MIN-6 or Lomo MIN-8 models) and in Lomo MIK series infrared microscopes (for example Lomo MIK-4). This means that there is nothing preventing the use of these phase annuli in those microscopes as well.

The newest version of the Lomo Polam microscope, namely the Lomo Polam LMPR model, no longer requires this accessory. The Lomo Polam LMPR already has a special polarizing phase contrast disc condenser (somewhat similar to the Lomo KF-4 condenser).

In the last photo in the gallery you can see a page from the Lomo Polam microscope manual where this element is shown. In the manual it is shown in figure number 6, element number 65.
The complete instruction manual for the Lomo Polam microscope is available here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/102512763506243/?multi_permalinks=1858054457952056

Description of this part for the microscope.

special diaphragms was supplied. The set included phase contrast diaphragms and dark field diaphragms.

Note - I am showing and offering here one single diaphragm in holder - exactly the one visible in the photos. This is a phase contrast diaphragm (phase annulus). The complete set for the Lomo Polam microscope contains 5 diaphragms.

Important note:
Such diaphragms in a special holder, supplied as a set of five diaphragms, were an accessory for the Lomo Polam polarizing microscope. These diaphragms are mounted onto the polarizing microscope condenser in order to combine these observation techniques and obtain a phase image in polarized light. Please note that the same condensers can also be used in Lomo MIN series polarizing microscopes (for example Lomo MIN-6 or Lomo MIN-8 models) and in Lomo MIK series infrared microscopes (for example Lomo MIK-4). This means that there is nothing preventing the use of these phase annuli in those microscopes as well.

The newest version of the Lomo Polam microscope, namely the Lomo Polam LMPR model, no longer requires this accessory. The Lomo Polam LMPR already has a special polarizing phase contrast disc condenser (somewhat similar to the Lomo KF-4 condenser).

In the last photo in the gallery you can see a page from the Lomo Polam microscope manual where this element is shown. In the manual it is shown in figure number 6, element number 65.
The complete instruction manual for the Lomo Polam microscope is available here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/102512763506243/?multi_permalinks=1858054457952056

Description of this part for the microscope.

special diaphragms was supplied. The set included phase contrast diaphragms and dark field diaphragms.

Note - I am showing and offering here one single diaphragm in holder - exactly the one visible in the photos. This is a phase contrast diaphragm (phase annulus). The complete set for the Lomo Polam microscope contains 5 diaphragms.

Important note:
Such diaphragms in a special holder, supplied as a set of five diaphragms, were an accessory for the Lomo Polam polarizing microscope. These diaphragms are mounted onto the polarizing microscope condenser in order to combine these observation techniques and obtain a phase image in polarized light. Please note that the same condensers can also be used in Lomo MIN series polarizing microscopes (for example Lomo MIN-6 or Lomo MIN-8 models) and in Lomo MIK series infrared microscopes (for example Lomo MIK-4). This means that there is nothing preventing the use of these phase annuli in those microscopes as well.

The newest version of the Lomo Polam microscope, namely the Lomo Polam LMPR model, no longer requires this accessory. The Lomo Polam LMPR already has a special polarizing phase contrast disc condenser (somewhat similar to the Lomo KF-4 condenser).

In the last photo in the gallery you can see a page from the Lomo Polam microscope manual where this element is shown. In the manual it is shown in figure number 6, element number 65.
The complete instruction manual for the Lomo Polam microscope is available here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/102512763506243/?multi_permalinks=1858054457952056

Description of this part for the microscope.

Note - this model of microscope objective is very often used for macro photography and focus stacking. More information on this can be found at the end of this description.

Manufacturer: Lomo
Magnification: 3,7x
Model: 3,7 0,11
Numerical aperture: 0.11
Tube length: 160 mm
Focal length: 33 mm
Cover glass: optional, can be used but is not required
Thread: RMS + Pol adapter
Info: P = Polarization

The RMS thread objective is mounted on a dedicated slide-in adapter that allows it to be used in Lomo MIN series and Lomo Polam series microscopes. Of course, the objective can be unscrewed and another objective can be mounted into the adapter.

The objective itself, once removed from the adapter, is a standard objective that can be used in virtually any microscope with an RMS thread. It is a so-called "short objective" (focal length 33 mm). When a 12 mm adapter is added, the total length becomes 45 mm, allowing it to be used with newer microscopes from any manufacturer.

Lomo polarization objectives with RMS thread can be installed in an RMS-M27 adapter and then used in microscopes such as Lomo Biolam M, Lomo Biolam I, Lomo Lumam, or Lomo ML-2. I have also frequently seen such objectives used in Zeiss Axio series microscopes with M27 thread.

The Pol adapter also allows precise centering of the objective relative to the entire optical path - this requires tools (keys / tools).

Info: I have repeatedly seen information stating that this RMS-Pol adapter is compatible with Leitz Wetzlar polarization microscopes - however, I have not personally verified this.

In summary, this objective is dedicated to Lomo MIN-1, MIN-4, MIN-5, MIN-6, MIN-8, Lomo Polam R-113, Polam L-211, Polam L-213, Polam R-311, Polam LMPR microscopes - but it is practically compatible with any microscope from any manufacturer that supports 160 mm objectives.

Additionally, this objective is very often used for macro photography even without a microscope. This objective does not require a cover glass and works in the "direct-projection" technique, meaning it can be connected directly to a camera without additional optics. This allows achieving a very high magnification scale and great depth of field across the entire image when using focus stacking. The fact that this is a polarization objective (i.e. stress-free optics without internal glass tensions) further improves image quality at high magnifications. Info: https://www.closeuphotography.com/lomo-3-7x-objective/2017/12/24/lomo-37x-011-microscope-objective

Description of this part for the microscope.

Note - this model of microscope objective is very often used for macro photography and focus stacking. More information on this can be found at the end of this description.

Manufacturer: Lomo
Magnification: 9x
Model: PLANACHR 9x0.20 P
Numerical aperture: 0.20
Optical correction: planachromatic (flat field)
Tube length: 160 mm
Focal length: 33 mm
Cover glass: optional, can be used but is not required
Thread: RMS + Pol adapter
Info: P = Polarization

The RMS thread objective is mounted on a dedicated slide-in adapter that allows it to be used in Lomo MIN series and Lomo Polam series microscopes. Of course, the objective can be unscrewed and another objective can be mounted into the adapter.

The objective itself, once removed from the adapter, is a standard objective that can be used in virtually any microscope with an RMS thread. It is a so-called "short objective" (focal length 33 mm). When a 12 mm adapter is added, the total length becomes 45 mm, allowing it to be used with newer microscopes from any manufacturer.

Lomo polarization objectives with RMS thread can be installed in an RMS-M27 adapter and then used in microscopes such as Lomo Biolam M, Lomo Biolam I, Lomo Lumam, or Lomo ML-2. I have also frequently seen such objectives used in Zeiss Axio series microscopes with M27 thread.

The Pol adapter also allows precise centering of the objective relative to the entire optical path - this requires tools (keys / tools).

Info: I have repeatedly seen information stating that this RMS-Pol adapter is compatible with Leitz Wetzlar polarization microscopes - however, I have not personally verified this.

In summary, this objective is dedicated to Lomo MIN-1, MIN-4, MIN-5, MIN-6, MIN-8, Lomo Polam R-113, Polam L-211, Polam L-213, Polam R-311, Polam LMPR microscopes - but it is practically compatible with any microscope from any manufacturer that supports 160 mm objectives.

Additionally, this objective is very often used for macro photography even without a microscope. This objective does not require a cover glass and works in the "direct-projection" technique, meaning it can be connected directly to a camera without additional optics. This allows achieving a very high magnification scale and great depth of field across the entire image when using focus stacking. The fact that this is a polarization objective (i.e. stress-free optics without internal glass tensions) further improves image quality at high magnifications.

Description of this part for the microscope.

Manufacturer: Lomo
Magnification: 20x
Model: 20 0.40 P
Numerical aperture: 0.40
Tube length: 160 mm
Focal length: 33 mm
Cover glass: yes, 0.17 mm
Thread: RMS + Pol adapter
Info: P = Polarization

This is an objective designed for transmitted light work with a cover glass.

The RMS thread objective is mounted on a dedicated slide-in adapter that allows it to be used in Lomo MIN series and Lomo Polam series microscopes. Of course, the objective can be unscrewed and another objective can be mounted in the adapter.

The objective itself, once removed from the adapter, is a standard objective that can be used in virtually any microscope with an RMS thread. It is a so-called "short objective" (focal length 33 mm). When a 12 mm adapter is added, the total length becomes 45 mm, allowing it to be used with newer microscopes from any manufacturer.

Lomo polarization objectives with RMS thread can be installed in an RMS-M27 adapter and then used in microscopes such as Lomo Biolam M, Lomo Biolam I, Lomo Lumam, or Lomo ML-2. I have also frequently seen such objectives used in Zeiss Axio series microscopes with M27 thread.

The Pol adapter also allows precise centering of the objective relative to the entire optical path - this requires tools (keys / tools).

Info: I have repeatedly seen information stating that this RMS-Pol adapter is compatible with Leitz Wetzlar polarization microscopes - however, I have not personally verified this.

In summary, this objective is dedicated to Lomo MIN-1, MIN-4, MIN-5, MIN-6, MIN-8, Lomo Polam R-113, Polam L-211, Polam L-213, Polam R-311, Polam LMPR microscopes - but it is practically compatible with any microscope from any manufacturer that supports 160 mm objectives.

Description of this part for the microscope.

is 5 mm larger than standard microscope mirrors. Mirrors of this diameter were used, among others, in the following microscopes:
- Lomo MIN-1
- Lomo MIN-4
- Lomo MIN-5
- Lomo MIN-6
- and possibly others

Description of this part for the microscope.

In practice, it works like a "single-objective nosepiece".

A M27 - RMS adapter is screwed into this adapter, allowing an objective with RMS thread to be mounted.

Note: MMU-3 is the model name written in the Latin alphabet. The original model name is written in Cyrillic and looks similar to "MMY-3".

The last images include scans from the instruction manual clearly showing which element this is.

Description of this part for the microscope.

On the condenser, the model name is written in Cyrillic and looks similar to ON-14.

The Lomo OI-14 condenser has a removable (unscrewable) top lens:
- A1.4 with high aperture, for use with objectives with high numerical aperture (which corresponds to high magnifications, it can be assumed above 40x)
- A0.3 with low aperture, for use with low magnification objectives

Although it is possible to work with low magnification objectives (e.g. 5x or 10x) using a condenser with the A1.4 lens installed - the image is too "sharp" and contrasty. In this case, replacing the lens with A0.3 allows obtaining a pastel, soft and visually pleasant image.

Since the Lomo OI-14 condenser has been produced since the 1960s, over the years this additional lens has very often been lost and most condensers available on the secondary market have only one - most often A1.4.

The Lomo OI-14 condenser has a mounting diameter of 37 mm, but since it is very popular among microscope users, an extension ring is often used, allowing it to be mounted in microscopes with a 39.5 mm condenser holder. This condenser fits microscopes from various manufacturers: Lomo, PZO, Zeiss, Carl Zeiss Jena, Meopta, IOR, Olympus, ROW, Nikon, Leitz Wetzlar and many others.

Description of this part for the microscope.

and light control.

The set consists of the following elements:
- halogen illuminator
- halogen bulb
- potentiometer
- transformer

Markings:
- Illuminator: TU-9443-076-07502348-96 WAR-2 (BAP-2)
- Potentiometer: PPB-25G 0310 2.2 Ohm +/- 10%

Note - this is an illuminator for the Lomo MICMED-2 (two) microscope. In the 1990s a microscope model was sold under the name "Micmed" (without "2"), which is commonly known as "Lomo Biolam". This illuminator DOES NOT FIT this "Biolam-Micmed".

The marking "WAR-2" (in Cyrillic BAP-2) on the illuminator indicates "version 2".

This repair element may solve the following issues:
- Lomo MICMED-2 microscope is missing the illuminator
- power supply in Lomo MICMED-2 microscope is burned out
- illumination in Lomo MICMED-2 microscope does not work
- halogen bulb holder in Lomo MICMED-2 is broken
- how to repair power supply in Lomo MICMED-2?
- light intensity control in Lomo MICMED-2 does not work

Various names are commonly used for this microscope service element:
- power supply
- transformer unit
- lamp
- bulb holder
- lamp socket
- lamp housing
- halogen bulb
- illumination
- illuminator
- electrical system
- electronics
- electronic board
- potentiometer
- brightness control
- dimmer

Description of this part for the microscope.

micrometer scale: no
- dedicated for polarization: no
- material: aluminium with plastic elements
- mounting diameter: 73 mm

This stage fits the following microscopes:
- Lomo MBI-1
- Lomo MBR-3
- Lomo Biolam
- Lomo sold under the names Bresser and Zenith

This Lomo stage also fits microscopes:
- Carl Zeiss Jena L-Stativ
- Carl Zeiss Jena Lg
- Carl Zeiss Jena Lu
- Carl Zeiss Jena Lr
- Carl Zeiss Jena Lumipan

If any of the above microscopes currently has a fixed stage (screwed), it is possible to retrofit a holder for interchangeable stages (like this: https://www.microscopeparts.eu/part/99175) - this applies to both Lomo and Carl Zeiss Jena microscopes.

How does compatibility of stages between Carl Zeiss Jena and Lomo microscopes work?
- Carl Zeiss Jena stages for L-Stativ microscopes have a mounting diameter of 71 mm
- Lomo stages for MBR-3 / MBI-1 microscopes have a mounting diameter of 73 mm
- The spring-loaded front screw and long side centering screws in the mounting holder compensate for these differences
- Carl Zeiss Jena stages are more solid, heavier, made of brass
- Lomo stages are lighter, made of aluminium with plastic elements

From the 1930s to approximately the mid-1960s many German manufacturers produced microscopes with the same stage mounting standard, so this stage will also fit them.

Note that although this is a round and rotating stage, it is not a polarizing stage. It does not have a micrometer scale to read how many degrees (0-360) the rotation has occurred. Without this scale it can of course be used for amateur observations in polarized light, however for professional applications this is disqualifying.

Description of this part for the microscope.

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- Lomo MBI-11
- Lomo MBI-15
- Lomo Biolam I
- Lomo Biolam M

On a mechanical microscope stage there are two such clamps, between which a microscope slide with a specimen is placed. These clamps - right and left are not identical. Here I present and offer the right clamp, which does have a spring.

Note - different stage models use different clamps. In the photo gallery there are detailed photos of this element along with dimensions. In the last photo, the stage to which this clamp fits is shown. Additionally, an arrow indicates where this element is located, so it is clear which part of the microscope stage is being referred to.

These are the exact components marked with numbers 4 and 5 in the instruction manual sketch.
The scanned copy of the instructions comes from http://www.mikroskopfreunde-nordhessen.de/.

Description of this part for the microscope.

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- Lomo MBI-15
- Lomo Biolam I
- Lomo Biolam M

On a mechanical microscope stage there are two such clamps, between which a microscope slide with a specimen is placed. These clamps - right and left are not identical. Here I present and offer the left clamp, which does not have a spring.

Note - different stage models use different clamps. In the photo gallery there are detailed photos of this element along with dimensions. In the last photo, the stage to which this clamp fits is shown. Additionally, an arrow indicates where this element is located, so it is clear which part of the microscope stage is being referred to.

These are the exact components marked with numbers 3 and 5 in the instruction manual sketch.
The scanned copy of the instructions comes from http://www.mikroskopfreunde-nordhessen.de/.

Description of this part for the microscope.

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- Lomo MBI-15
- Lomo Biolam M
- Lomo Biolam I

This holder allows mounting interchangeable stages, i.e. those that are not screwed to the microscope stand. Additionally, it has two centering screws.

In the photo gallery there are detailed photos of this element along with dimensions. In the last photo, an arrow indicates where this element is located in the microscope.

Description of this part for the microscope.

be used with any microscope from any manufacturer. It is most often used as a polarizer.

Note - in commonly used terminology there is some inconsistency and foreign as well as incorrect names are often used:
- polaryzator
- polarisator
- polarizer
- polariser
- filtr polaryzacyjny
- filtr POL
- circular polariser
- CPL Filter
- POL filter
- polarisations Filter
- polarization Filter
- anaizator
- analisaor
- Analysator
- POL analizer
- polarization analyser

This part may be the answer to the following problems:
- How do I achieve polarization in a microscope?
- I'm looking for a polarizer for my Lomo microscope
- My Lomo polarizer has delamination
- I have a discolored polarizer in my microscope
- Where can I buy a polarizing filter for my microscope?

Description of this part for the microscope.

length: (?)
Cover slip: no
Thread: RMS + Pol adapter

This objective is for use with transmitted or reflected light.

This specific item was used with the Lomo MOIN-6 microscope.

The RMS-thread objective is mounted on a suitable sleeve that allows using the objective in Lomo MPD-1 / Lomo MIN-6 / Lomo MIN-8 / Lomo MIN-1 / Lomo Polam microscopes. Of course, the objective can be unscrewed and another objective can be screwed into the sleeve.

The Pol adapter also allows centering the objective relative to the entire optical path - this requires tools (wrenches / tools).

Info: I have repeatedly seen information stating that this RMS-Pol adapter is compatible with Leitz Wetzlar polarization microscopes - but I have not personally checked this.

Description of this part for the microscope.

immersion operation and with a phase contrast ring.

Manufacturer: Lomo
Model: APO-WI-F 70x1,23
Magnification: 70x
Numerical aperture: 1,23
Correction: Apochromat
Tube length: 160 mm
Focal length: 33 mm
Immersion: yes - water
Cover glass: yes - thickness from 0.10 to 0.20 mm
Markings: APO = Apochromat, WI = water immersion, F = phase contrast
Thread: RMS
Year of production: 1972

Note: to work in phase contrast technology you need a Lomo KF-4 condenser (you can see it in the database under number 00653).

This is a professional microscope objective with a very wide range of applications. The main features that make this objective exceptional:
- water immersion is preferred by many users over oil immersion
- very high numerical aperture, allowing the objective to produce a high resolution image
- cover glass thickness correction ring

Standard biological objectives are designed to achieve the best image quality when the specimen is located under a cover glass with a thickness of 0.17 mm (hence the marking on objectives such as 160/0.17). Unfortunately inexpensive cover glasses often do not undergo strict production control and a single package may contain cover glasses with thicknesses of 0.14 mm or 0.19 mm, which reduces observation sharpness.
Thanks to the built-in cover glass thickness correction ring (abbreviated CGTCR, CGCC or CGCR) the objective can be adjusted for every specimen so that it operates optimally. This works even when the actual thickness of the cover glass is unknown, because the effect is simply visible and the adjustment can be done "by eye".

Although this objective is a so-called "short" objective, meaning with a focal length of 33 mm, after adding a 12 mm adapter (you can see it in the database under number 99140) it can be used with newer microscopes designed for objectives with a focal length of 45 mm.

The Lomo company produced adapters specifically for these objectives (converters) from RMS thread to M27 thread, which makes them a very attractive option for installation in modern Zeiss Axio series microscopes.

Description of this part for the microscope.

where the letter "H" corresponds to the Latin "N". This means that the model name written in the Latin alphabet is KON-3, where "KON" is simply an abbreviation of the word condenser.

Basic data:
- Element: Abbe microscope condenser
- Manufacturer: Lomo
- Manufacturer designation: KOH-3
- Numerical aperture: 1.2
- Numerical aperture with top lens removed: 0.3
- Mounting diameter: 37 mm
- Iris diaphragm: YES
- Wide-field lens: YES, with the possibility of moving it into / out of the light path
- filter holder: YES

This condenser also fits microscopes from other manufacturers (e.g. Meopta, Olympus, Carl Zeiss Jena and many others) with a 37 mm condenser mount.

Important: Although the mounting diameter of the KOH-3 condenser is 37 mm, the top lens slightly protrudes beyond the condenser body. For this reason, in some cases installation requires the following steps:
- unscrew the top lens
- install the condenser in the holder
- screw the top lens back in

Note: If you use this condenser with a microscope from a manufacturer other than Lomo, please note that:
- the filter holder is designed for filters with a diameter of 33 mm
- while most manufacturers use the 32 mm standard diameter
As a result, 32 mm filters cannot be used in the KOH-3 condenser without modification - they simply fall out because the holder diameter is too large.

Description of this part for the microscope.

differences between the Lomo MIN-8 and MBB-1A microscopes is the position of the light beam collimating lens:
- in the Lomo MBB-1A microscope this lens is normally located below the Abbe condenser
- in the Lomo MIN-8 microscope this lens is located in the base, in the light path directly behind the field diaphragm

Here I present and offer the complete mechanism for mounting and moving this lens:
- lens in housing
- rod on which the lens is mounted
- holder allowing movement of the lens
- mounting screws

This lens is used to shape the light beam so that the specimen is evenly illuminated at low magnifications.

Description of this part for the microscope.

Model: Lomo INF
Mount diameter: 35 mm

This insert fits condensers used in the following Lomo microscopes:
- MIK-1
- MIK-4
- Polam (all models)
- MIN-8

and most likely also in other microscopes that use similarly designed condensers. Note - to make sure that this insert fits your condenser, be sure to check the diameter of this element.

The transmitted light condenser in these microscopes features:
- interchangeable upper lenses to obtain the required aperture
- a diaphragm located below the upper lens
- a slot for inserting a IR filter insert (the insert may, but does not have to, include an additional iris diaphragm)

In some cases, this insert alone can be used without the condenser - the effect is similar to a condenser with a IR filter of low N.A.
This element is often used by owners of microscopes from other manufacturers to convert their condenser into a infrared condenser.

Since this element can be removed relatively easily, it is very often missing in microscopes from the secondary market.

IMPORTANT - this is not a separate microscope condenser. It is a component of the condenser, even though it is sometimes used as a substitute for a condenser.

Description of this part for the microscope.

MIN-8 polarizing microscope. A very similar component is found in the Lomo MBB-1 model, but it is threaded instead of attached with screws. However, it can be adapted, so I consider it compatible with that model.

Description of this part for the microscope.

in the Latin alphabet is MBS-9.

The microscope head of a stereo microscope consists of (from top to bottom):
- eyepieces
- they are inserted into eyepiece tubes (so-called tubes)
- these tubes are screwed into threaded holders
- prism cages (holders, frames) with prisms inside
- these prism cages are mounted to the bottom part of the head
- prism covers, also screwed to the bottom part - one of the larger housing components of the head

The bottom part of the head, i.e. the component offered here, consists of:
- a dovetail mounting connection used to attach the head to the microscope stand
- lenses
- a mechanism for interpupillary distance adjustment

Description of this part for the microscope.

designation in the Latin alphabet is MBS-1 / MBS-2.

The microscope head of a MBC-1 / MBC-2 stereo microscope consists of (from top to bottom):
- eyepieces
- they are inserted into eyepiece tubes (so-called tubes)
- these tubes are screwed into threaded holders
- prism cages (holders, frames) with prisms inside
- these prism cages are mounted to the bottom part of the head

The bottom part of the head, i.e. the component offered here, consists of:
- a dovetail mounting connection used to attach the head to the microscope stand
- lenses
- a mechanism for interpupillary distance adjustment

Description of this part for the microscope.

polarizing microscope LOMO MIN-8

Description of this part for the microscope.

This insert fits condensers used in the following Lomo microscopes:
- Polam (all models)
- MIN-8
- MIK-1
- MIK-4

and most likely also in other microscopes that use similarly designed condensers. Note - to make sure that this insert fits your condenser, be sure to check the diameter of this element.

Mount diameter: 35 mm

The transmitted light condenser in these microscopes features:
- interchangeable upper lenses to obtain the required aperture
- a diaphragm located below the upper lens
- a slot for inserting a Pol filter insert (the insert may, but does not have to, include an additional iris diaphragm)

In some cases, this insert alone can be used without the condenser - the effect is similar to a condenser with a Pol filter of low N.A.
This element is often used by owners of microscopes from other manufacturers to convert their condenser into a polarisation condenser.

Since this element can be removed relatively easily, it is very often missing in microscopes from the secondary market.

IMPORTANT - this is not a separate microscope condenser. It is a component of the condenser, even though it is sometimes used as a substitute for a condenser.

Description of this part for the microscope.

condensers used in the following Lomo microscopes:
- Polam
- MIN-8
- MIK-1
- MIK-4

and most likely also in other microscopes that use similarly designed condensers. Note - to make sure that this insert fits your condenser, be sure to check the diameter of this element.

Mount diameter: 26 mm

The transmitted light condenser in these microscopes features:
- interchangeable upper lenses to obtain the required aperture
- a diaphragm located below the upper lens
- a slot for inserting a Pol filter insert (the insert may, but does not have to, include an additional iris diaphragm)

Note - this is the version without an iris diaphragm.

In some cases, this insert alone can be used without the condenser - the effect is similar to a condenser with a Pol filter of low N.A.
This element is often used by owners of microscopes from other manufacturers to convert their condenser into a polarisation condenser.

Since this element can be removed relatively easily, it is very often missing in microscopes from the secondary market.

IMPORTANT - this is not a separate microscope condenser. It is a component of the condenser, even though it is sometimes used as a substitute for a condenser.

Description of this part for the microscope.

of the Lomo MBC-1 / MBC-2 stereo microscope.

Note - "MBC" is written in Cyrillic, therefore the Latin alphabet designation of this microscope model is MBS-1 / MBS-2.

Important - this repair element fits ONLY the MBC-1 / MBC-2 model. It does not fit the following models:
- MBC-9
- MBC-10

The head of this microscope contains two such holders - one for each eyepiece tube. Both are identical, which means there is no difference between the right and left side.

Description of this part for the microscope.

Cyrillic, therefore the Latin alphabet designation of this microscope model is MBS-1 / MBS-2.

Notice: This prism is installed under the LEFT eyepiece. The left and right prisms, although similar - DIFFER and must not be interchanged, even if it is possible "by force".

This prism is mounted on a metal base which is screwed into the head under the eyepiece tube. This metal base allows adjustment of the prism in order to achieve perfect image collimation, meaning that the images for the left and right eye are aligned.

Other names used:
- left binocular head prism
- left image-erecting prism
- left eyepiece prism
- binocular head prism - left side
- prism (generally)
- angle prism (generally)
- glued prism (generally)
- mirror prism (generally)
- prism block (generally)
- binocular prism (generally)

Description of this part for the microscope.

in Cyrillic, therefore the Latin alphabet designation of this microscope model is MBS-1 / MBS-2.

Notice: This prism is installed under the RIGHT eyepiece. The left and right prisms, although similar - DIFFER and must not be interchanged, even if it is possible "by force".

This prism is mounted on a metal base which is screwed into the head under the eyepiece tube. This metal base allows adjustment of the prism in order to achieve perfect image collimation, meaning that the images for the left and right eye are aligned.

Other names used:
- right binocular head prism
- right image-erecting prism
- right eyepiece prism
- binocular head prism - right side
- prism (generally)
- angle prism (generally)
- glued prism (generally)
- mirror prism (generally)
- prism block (generally)
- binocular prism (generally)

Description of this part for the microscope.

alphabet designation of this microscope model is MBS-9.

Notice: This prism is installed under the LEFT eyepiece. The left and right prisms, although similar - DIFFER and must not be interchanged, even if it is possible "by force".

This prism is mounted on a metal base which is screwed into the head under the eyepiece tube. This metal base allows adjustment of the prism in order to achieve perfect image collimation, meaning that the images for the left and right eye are aligned.

Other names used:
- left binocular head prism
- left image-erecting prism
- left eyepiece prism
- binocular head prism - left side
- prism (generally)
- angle prism (generally)
- glued prism (generally)
- mirror prism (generally)
- prism block (generally)
- binocular prism (generally)

Description of this part for the microscope.

alphabet designation of this microscope model is MBS-9.

Notice: This prism is installed under the RIGHT eyepiece. The left and right prisms, although similar - DIFFER and must not be interchanged, even if it is possible "by force".

This prism is mounted on a metal base which is screwed into the head under the eyepiece tube. This metal base allows adjustment of the prism in order to achieve perfect image collimation, meaning that the images for the left and right eye are aligned.

Other names used:
- right binocular head prism
- right image-erecting prism
- right eyepiece prism
- binocular head prism - right side
- prism (generally)
- angle prism (generally)
- glued prism (generally)
- mirror prism (generally)
- prism block (generally)
- binocular prism (generally)

Description of this part for the microscope.

of the Lomo MBC-10 stereo microscope.

Note - "MBC" is written in Cyrillic, therefore the Latin alphabet designation of this microscope model is MBS-10.

Important - this repair element fits ONLY the MBC-10 model. It does not fit the following models:
- MBC-1
- MBC-2
- MBC-9

Cracking and the resulting crumbling of this part is one of the most common failures found in the MBC-10 microscope. The head of this microscope contains two such holders - one for each eyepiece tube. Both are identical, which means there is no difference between the right and left side.

Description of this part for the microscope.

of the Lomo MBC-9 stereo microscope.

Note - "MBC" is written in Cyrillic, therefore the Latin alphabet designation of this microscope model is MBS-9.

Important - this repair element fits ONLY the MBC-9 model. It does not fit the following models:
- MBC-1
- MBC-2
- MBC-10

The head of this microscope contains two such holders - one for each eyepiece tube. Both are identical, which means there is no difference between the right and left side.

Description of this part for the microscope.

1 biological microscope

Note - Lomo MBI-1, MBR-3 or Lomo Biolam microscopes use a DIFFERENT rack gear for the condenser movement mechanism.

This is not a 3D print - it is an original brass microscope element manufactured by Lomo and removed from a MIN-8 microscope.

Description of this part for the microscope.

integrated gear wheel for adjusting the condenser height. This is the element on which the rack moves.
The condenser holder is mounted directly on this element.

The rack is not included.

Description of this part for the microscope.

and focusing is achieved by raising or lowering the microscope stage. This is the opposite of how it works, for example, in the Lomo Biolam model, where the arm moves up and down.

Along this rack gear offered here, the entire assembly of the microscope stage holder and the condenser is moved. This assembly is driven by a gear wheel mounted on a shaft located between the coarse focus knobs.

This is an original brass rack gear, not a plastic 3D print. The set includes two mounting screws (the upper and lower ones differ from each other).

Description of this part for the microscope.

It is not easy to find a used objective in this condition.

Manufacturer: Lomo
Magnification: 40x
Model: D=0 40 0.65
Numerical aperture: 0.65
Tube length: 160 mm
Focal length: 33 mm
Cover slip: no
Thread: RMS + adapter to M27 thread
Marking: "D=0" = work without cover slip

This is an objective for working with reflected light (but also transmitted light) without a cover slip.

Objective with RMS thread, but can be screwed into an adapter for M27 thread, allowing use in a microscope, e.g., Biolam-M. Of course, the objective can be unscrewed and another objective can be screwed into the adapter.

Info: M27 thread is also a standard used by Zeiss Axio microscopes. Therefore:
- this objective can be used in Axio microscopes with M27 thread
- this adapter can be used in Axio microscopes with another objective

This adapter is not a 3D-printed plastic part - it is a professional, metal, original product by Lomo.

Description of this part for the microscope.

Description of this part for the microscope.

correction for fluorescence illumination.

Manufacturer: Lomo
Model: APO-WI 60x1.0 D=0 L
Magnification: 60x
Numerical aperture: 1.0
Correction: Apochromat + fluorescence
Tube length: 160 mm (?)
Focal length: 33 mm (?)
Immersion: water
Cover slip: no (!)
Marking: "L" = luminescence
Marking: "D=0" = use without cover slip
Thread: RMS
Year of manufacture: 1975

Apochromatic objectives are known for exceptional color fidelity, significantly better than achromatic objectives.

This objective is extremely rare on the secondary market and highly professional. Key features:
- Water immersion is preferred by many users over oil immersion
- Very high numerical aperture (1.0) provides high-resolution images
- Use without cover slip allows, for example, direct placement of the objective inside a droplet with the sample to be observed

Despite the "L" marking, the objective can also be used with normal transmitted light illumination.

Lomo objectives marked "L" (luminescence) differ from those without this symbol by:
- Improved UV and blue light transmission
- Lower autofluorescence of the glass
- No or reduced use of organic adhesives in the optical assembly

Description of this part for the microscope.

23.2 mm

Compensating 5x eyepieces are very often used as projection eyepieces for microscope photography.

Description of this part for the microscope.

MBB-1 / MBB-1A
- polarizing microscope LOMO MIN-8

Description of this part for the microscope.

microscopes:
- biological microscope LOMO MBB-1 / MBB-1A
- polarizing microscope LOMO MIN-8

Description of this part for the microscope.

mm
Thickness: 2 mm

This filter is originally glued into the filter wheel located in the microscope above the objective turret.