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The Vintage USSR Microscope YWM-1 N8803 from the 1970s or 1980s is a rare and sought-after piece for collectors and enthusiasts of scientific instruments. Made of sturdy steel in the Russian Federation, this microscope is a testament to the quality and craftsmanship of Soviet-era scientific instruments. Perfect for scientists or as a unique gift idea, this piece offers a glimpse into the history of scientific research in the USSR during the Cold War period. With its distinctive design and historical significance, this microscope is sure to be a prized addition to any collection.
Optical Specifications
·Magnification Range: 56x to 300xmaximum limits.
·Objective Lenses: Generally supplied withtwo interchangeable standard RMS-thread objectives:
o 8xmagnification
o 20xmagnification
·Eyepieces (Oculars): Typically camepaired with a standard 7x, 10x, or 15x eyepiece
·Optical Tube Length: Standardizedmechanical length of 160mm (±3mm).
Mechanical & Illumination Design
·Focusing Mechanism: Features a single rack-and-pinioncoarse focus mechanism adjusted via two side-knobs. It does not feature afine-focus micrometre knob.
·Stage & Specimen Carriage: Fixed,non-rotatable rectangular or curved stage plate equipped with twospring-loaded metal slide-holder clips.
·Aperture Control: Fitted with a basicrotating under-stage disc-diaphragm with varying aperture apertures(usually ranging between 2mm and 16mm) to manually throttle incoming light.
·Illumination Sub-System: Uses anadjustable concave glass mirror attached to a fork-mount beneath thestage to harness ambient daylight or overhead lamp illumination.
Physical Metrics & Build Material
·Chassis Construction: Rigid, industrialcast iron (base and limb) with structural tool steel and minor Bakelite dialcontrols.
·Physical Dimensions: 13.5" ×7.1" × 5.2" (Approximately 34.3cm × 18cm × 13.2cm).
·Net Device Weight: Approximately 2.92lbs (~1.32 kg).