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AmScope SM20 2x Barlow lens for stereomicroscopes with a 48 mm thread.
Basic parameters of the SM20 Barlow lens:
Manufacturer: AmScope
Model: SM20
Lens type: Barlow lens
Magnification: 2x
Working distance (WD): 30 mm
Thread: 48 mm
Housing: metal
This lens is screwed onto the microscope objective of a stereomicroscope. The SM20 Barlow lens fits any manufacturer's stereomicroscope, provided that the objective has a thread for mounting a 48 mm Barlow lens.
The 2x Barlow lens reduces the working distance but doubles the magnification. It is especially popular among users involved in a wide range of biological applications.
Manufacturer's product page: https://amscope.com/products/sm20
What is this part needed for?
- if you need to increase the magnification of your stereomicroscope