This is description of this part:
Condenser with iris diaphragm and flip-out top lens for the vintage Leitz Wetzlar Dialux microscope.
Note - this condenser is installed by sliding it into the guide rails of the condenser holder. It is not a condenser mounted in a circular clamp, therefore it does not have a "diameter" parameter describing it.
This condenser was removed from a Leitz Wetzlar Dialux microscope (the first black model), but to the best of my knowledge it also fits other microscopes from the same era: Leitz Ortholux and Leitz Orthoplan. Important - it does not fit Leitz SM microscopes.
The upper flip-out lens provides the best image quality when working with objectives of high numerical aperture (N.A.). When the upper lens is flipped out, optimal illumination is achieved when using objectives with magnifications below 10x.
What is this part needed for?
- if you have a vintage Leitz Dialux microscope that is missing its condenser and you would like to complete it using original period parts
- if you have a microscope with a condenser, but the condenser is of very poor quality or damaged (for example a damaged iris diaphragm or lens)
- if you have another Leitz Wetzlar microscope compatible with this condenser (for example a Leitz Ortholux)
