The VanGuard 1115AML compound Brightfield educational microscope has a binocular viewing head with a fixed 45-degree inclination, 360-degree rotation capability, a magnification ability of up to 1000X, and a 1.25 NA Abbe condenser with iris diaphragm. The binocular viewing configuration has 55 to 75mm interpupillary and -5 to +5 dioptric adjustment to accommodate differences in users' eyes. This microscope, commonly used in educational and basic research applications, enhances the resolution of an object or image with its compound optical system.

This microscope features Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN) standard achromatic objective lenses, which correct for red and yellow chromatic aberrations. Adjustable resolution provides DIN-standard resolvant options of 4X, 10X, 40X, and 100X. The 1112AML optical system is fixed at 160mm. It has an LED brightfield illumination configuration that allows a specimen to absorb light for clear illumination, a 1.25 NA Abbe condenser for higher resolution, and an iris diaphragm to control light. A 10X widefield eyepiece magnifier locks onto the unit for ease of operation, and provides an 18mm field distortion (FD). The square, mechanical stage is chemical-resistant, and has drop-down, left-hand, rack and pinion X-Y controls. The stage has a removable, spring-clip slide holder mechanism to provide specimen maneuverability. It has coarse- and fine-control focus adjustment mechanisms, a focusing range of 40mm, and focus tension adjustment. Safety auto-stops prevent unit damage. The forward-pitch nosepiece has secure, positive stops, and four rotation positions support a range of magnification. The microscope has a stain-resistant and durable cast metal body with an enamel finish, and anti-skid rubber feet to prevent slipping. It comes with spare fuse, a dust cover, and instructions.

The 1115AML portable microscope overall dimensions are 370 x 150 x 195 mm (H x W x D, where H is height, the vertical