The AmScope K102 elementary stereo microscope has a 10x widefield eyepiece, a 2x objective, incidental lighting, and a reversible black and white stage plate. The monocular viewing head has a fixed 45-degree vertical inclination to reduce eye and neck strain, and 360-degree rotation capability to provide a more comprehensive view. The WF10x eyepiece combines with the 2x objective to provide 20x magnification and a longer working distance for inspecting large-scale specimens that require handling or repair. A stereo microscope, sometimes called an inspection or dissection microscope, has a longer working distance that enables users to manipulate the object being inspected, and is used in semiconductor and electronics industries or by mineralogists, dentists, and students when the user needs to handle or perform work under magnification, including circuit boards, rocks and gems, and dental appliances.

Incidental lighting illuminates the specimen, eliminating the need for power or batteries. Rack-and-pinion focus control provides precise focus control, and tension adjustment ensures that specimens stay focused during viewing. The stage has a 2-9/32" (60mm) diameter, a reversible black and white stage plate that provides contrast with light- and dark-colored specimens, and a 2-1/8" (53mm) working distance. Stage clips secure the specimen during viewing. All metal construction is durable and stain-resistant.

Microscopes are instruments used to enhance the resolution of an object or imag