Celestron Handheld Microscope
How can I borrow this device?
You can borrow this device from:
- Service Desk, Natural Resources Library
How long can I borrow it?
1 week
About this device
This handheld digital microscope connects via USB to a computer and provides 20–200x magnification with a 5MP sensor (1600 × 1200 resolution). It captures still images and video of magnified subjects. Manual focus adjusts down to 10mm for close examination. Driver software is available from Celestron.
What can I use this for?
- Examine small specimens, materials, or surface details at up to 200x magnification
- Capture magnified images or video for a lab report, field study, or research documentation
- Display live magnified views on a computer screen via USB
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What is the cost of replacement?
Borrowing this device is free. But if it is lost or broken beyond simple repair while being borrowed, the borrower will be required to pay the cost of replacing the item:$76.92