More about part: PZO MND-5 microscope binocular head dovetail connector (ID: 99113)

Name: PZO MND-5 microscope binocular head dovetail connector
Brand: PZO
SKU: 99113
Price: 15 EUR
Availability: LimitedAvailability

PZO MND-5 microscope binocular head dovetail connector

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Description

PZO MND-5 microscope binocular head dovetail connector

Mounting connector for attaching a PZO microscope head to the microscope stand. This connector comes from a binocular (two-eyepiece) PZO MND-5 head, but it also fits the monocular (single-eyepiece) PZO MNJ-5 head.

PZO microscope models from the 1950s do not share a common standard for head mounting connectors. However, if the head is not permanently fixed to the microscope, the connector can usually be unscrewed and replaced with another one, allowing the head to be used with microscope models that have a different head mounting interface.

In order to replace the connector in the head, several important conditions must be met:
- the replacement connector must not contain any optical elements
- the replacement connector must have the same thread diameter so that it can be screwed into the head

Basic dimensions:
- internal thread diameter for mounting the connector to the head: 35 mm
- connector diameter at the groove: according to the measurement on the photo, between 31.5 and 32 mm
- connector diameter at the widest point: 34 mm
- diameter of the ring above the connector: 40 mm
- total height of the connector: 35 mm

On the secondary market, it is quite common to find a microscope head with the lower part missing, namely the mounting connector. Why does this happen? Sometimes, when removing the head from the microscope, the user does not realize that it can be pulled out and instead starts unscrewing it. As a result, the head separates from the microscope, but the mounting connector remains in the stand. Such an incomplete head then appears on the secondary market. In this situation, the only way to restore the microscope part to working condition is to add the missing connector element.

This is a service element (repair part) of a PZO MND-5 binocular microscope head. Please note that this is a microscope element (a component) of a microscope part (binocular head) and not a part dedicated to a specific microscope model.

The photos in the gallery show the exact dimensions of the connector described and offered here. In addition, the photos showing the complete head indicate with an arrow which element is being offered and where it is located in the head, so that the part can be clearly identified.

Manufacturer

PZO - (Polskie Zaklady Optyczne) ➔ All parts

It comes from

PZO MND-5 ➔ All parts

Why do you need this?

if you have an incomplete head missing the connector used to mount it to the microscope stand
if you want to replace the connector in your existing microscope head
if you need an additional connector for your own DIY project

Compatibility

This microscope part is compatible with the following microscope models:

PZO MND-5

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Below you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions (FAQ).

What can be found on this page?

This page contains a detailed description of the microscope component PZO - MND-5 microscope binocular head dovetail connector

Is the microscope component offered here an original part?

YES - this is an original component. It is not a 3D-printed part nor a third-party replacement.

Who is the manufacturer of this component?

The manufacturer of this component is PZO (Polskie Zaklady Optyczne)

Is this microscope component new?

NO - this item was removed from PZO MND-5 , has been inspected, cleaned, and is fully functional and ready for further use.

Which microscopes is this component compatible with?

This component is compatible with, among others, the PZO MND-5

Can I purchase this microscope component and how does the process work?

If you are interested in this component, contact the owner by clicking the "Show contact info" button on the page. No need to worry - clicking it does not create any transaction; it only displays the owner's contact details.

Who is this component intended for and for what purpose can it be used?

This component is most commonly used for the following purposes:

if you have an incomplete head missing the connector used to mount it to the microscope stand
if you want to replace the connector in your existing microscope head
if you need an additional connector for your own DIY project

Are other microscope components from this manufacturer available?

YES. By clicking here you can view a list of all microscope components from this manufacturer available in the database.

Where can I view a photo gallery of this component from different angles?

A gallery with all photos of this component can be found on page , showing the component from multiple angles.