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Vision Scientific VME0018-ST-RC-P3 Dual View Elementary Level Microscope, 10x&25x WF eyepieces, 40x-1000x Magnification, Mechanical Stage, Rechargeable, Microscope Book, Microscope Discovery Kit, 50 Prepared Slides Set, Carrying Case, Free Gift Package ($20 Value)

Product Description:

This Vision Scientific dual view compound microscope has a pair of 10x WF eyepieces (one with pointer), and a 25x WF eyepiece. The dual view head provides trouble-free observation for two people or one person with a digital camera. An eyepiece pointer ensures that definite points on the slide can be quickly identified.

An iris diaphragm controls the amount of light illuminating the specimen. The built-in mechanical stage allows for precise, accurate positioning and smooth movement of the slide.

Scaled back, simple design of microscope, ideal for young students; It has many of the standard microscope features most commonly used in North America, with rugged metal components engineered for years of reliable performance.

Specifications:

Eyepiece: Pair of WF 10x, WF 25x Eyepiece

Magnification: 40x-1000x

Objective Lens: 4x, 10x, 40xR DIN achromatic

Stage: Built in, double layer mechanical stage 4” x 3 ½ “ (W x D)

Focusing: Coaxial coarse and fine focusing

Condenser: 0.65 Abbe Condenser

Diaphragm: Iris Diaphragm

Light Source: LED illumination with intensity control

Power: 110V or Rechargeable (Cordless)

Overall Dimensions: 6” x 8” x 15” / Weight: 4 lbs

Features:

• Five levels of magnification 40x, 100x, 250x, 400x, 1000x. A three position, reversed nosepiece (ball bearing type) with three DIN achromatic objectives that are parfocaled, parcentered and color-coded, to provide color-corrected, magnified images

• Double layer, built-in mechanical stage is low-profile and ball-bearing, with a mounted specimen holder, ensuring easy mobility and precise control of specimen under observation. AC adapter for traditional power supply or rechargeable battery operated system

• Bundle includes the best-selling book, The World of the Microscope, a Microscope Discovery Activity Kit, a 50 Prepared Slides Variety Set, and a Microscope Carrying Case; as well as a free gift package ($20 value) which includes a Mini Microtome, 72 Plain Glass Slides, 72 Double Concave Glass Slides, and 100 Glass Cover Slips

• The Microscope Discovery Activity Kit includes 5 blank slides, 4 prepared slides, 10 slide labels, 10 cover slips, lens paper, 2 bottles of non-toxic stain, a pair of tweezers, a straight teasing needle, a plastic dropper, a wooden stick, a cotton swab, a plastic Petri dish, and a plastic test tube. For children 8 years and older

• The 50 Prepared Slides Variety Set includes an assortment of colorful and detailed insect, plant, animal and human tissues. Slides are individually numbered and labeled, and are accompanied with a corresponding key chart, ensuring easy specimen identification and observation

Packing List:

• Dual view microscope

• Pair of 10x WF eyepieces

• One 25x WF eyepiece

• Power adaptor

• One dust cover

• User manual

• 3AA batteries

• The World of the Microscope book

• Microscope discovery activity kit

• 50 prepared slides variety set

• Microscope carrying case

• Free gift package ($20 value)

Warranty:

Warranty Policy

Vision Scientific warrants its microscopes to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of five years starting from the date of purchase.

A record of the original purchase order should be kept on file to verify the purchase and ensure warranty validation. This warranty is non-transferable and is only applicable to the original purchaser named on the original purchase order.

Vision Scientific will, at its sole discretion, repair, replace, or adjust the defective instrument provided that an investigation and factory inspection disclose that such defect developed under normal and proper use and that the instrument is covered under this warranty.

This warranty does not cover damage incurred in transit, or resulting from abuse, misuse, negligence or repairs and alterations performed by a non-authorized repair technician, and any other non-conformance to written maintenance instructions.

This warranty excludes electrical problems that arise as a result of bulbs, batteries, or fuses and electrical components which are not determined to be from manufacturing defect. Electrical warranty is valid for 1 year, unless otherwise deemed as a manufacturing defect. After 1 year, authorization will be determined on an individual basis.

Optics and lenses that become inoperable as a result of misuse or due to lack of normal maintenance are not covered under this warranty.

This warranty does not cover repair or replacement where normal use has exhausted the life of the instrument or its parts. All instruments require periodic parts replacement and general service to perform optimally. Deficient instruments will be replaced or repaired at the discretion of Vision Scientific.

Vision Scientific assumes no responsibility or liability of incidental or consequential damages as a result of using our instruments.

Returning under Warranty

In order to return any merchandise under a return authorization, all products must be packaged in their original packaging content, including Styrofoam boxes for both microscopes and balances. Vision Scientific Inc. exercises the right to refuse any return that is damaged due to insufficient packaging. The customer is responsible for all shipping costs and applicable fees and taxes.

Other Warranties

Beginner plastic microscope line: Not covered under warranty

Digital Eyepiece Cameras: 1 Year Warranty

Electrical Instruments: 1 Year Warranty

Mechanical Balances: 5 Year Limited Warranty

Clearance Items: Final sale

Consumable Part & Accessories: Not covered under warranty

Returns Policy

If for any reason you are not fully satisfied with one of our products, Vision Scientific will gladly help you return the item either for refund or exchange within 14 days of the date you received your order.

Our current return policy and practices are in place to make the process simple and to keep the best interests of our customers in mind.

·   Requests for Returns must be made within 7 days after you have received your purchase.

·   A Vision Scientific customer service representative will contact you within 2-4 business days to provide you with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA#) and additional shipping instructions. This RMA# will only be valid for a period of 7 days after the date it was issued. Print the return label and RMA# and mark it on the packaging prior to shipping. You MUST have a Return Authorization Number in order to return any item. Please keep your original purchase order number nearby – you will need this for your Return Authorization to be processed.

·   Your return item must be mailed out within 14 days after you have received your purchase.

·   Your item must be in NEW and RE-SALEABLE condition in order to be accepted for return.

·   Return items must be shipped in the original packaging in order to receive a full refund less the original shipping and handling cost. The use of other packaging materials may result in a deduction of up to 20% from the refund amount.

·   Missing items or accessories from the return will result in a deduction of 25% or more from the refunded amount.

·   All returned goods will be subject to a 4.8% handling fee which will automatically be deducted from the refund amount.

·   Items that were initially shipped free of charge will have the original shipping amount deducted from the refund if returned.

·   Customs duty, taxes, and applicable handling fees are non-refundable.

·   Returns received without an RMA Number will be returned to sender COD.

Damaged Items

If your item arrives damaged, document any and all evidence with photos, and note it on the carrier’s delivery documents. Contact the shipping carrier to file a damage claim and request a Damage Claim Number as soon as possible. Have the shipping carrier pick up the item for return to Vision Scientific.

Inform the Vision Scientific customer service department as soon as you receive a file a claim with the carrier and provide us with all information and evidence of damages or defects (photos, delivery documents, damage claim number etc.).Please do not discard packaging or contents, as couriers often want to inspect the damaged merchandise and packaging to assist in the claims process.

Notifications of damaged goods after 14 days of receipt will be considered warranty issues and will be subject to the terms supplied in the individual items warranty information.

Wrong Items

If you have received an item in error that was not part of your original purchase, please contact our Customer Service Department within 14 days of receipt. You may be asked to complete our Return Authorization form and to provide photographic evidence prior to receiving a Return Authorization Number. After confirmation, you will receive a prepaid shipping label to be used for the return. Once we have received the item, the correct item will be immediately shipped to you. In the event you request a refund rather than an item exchange, the original shipping cost will be deducted from the refund amount.