Mitutoyo Series 176 Measuring Microscopes - Choice of Model

SERIES 176 - Measuring Microscopes

• High-magnification eyepiece observation up to 2000X.
• Variety of standardised stages in sizes to suit practically any application.
• Observation with a clear and flare-free erect image and a wide field of view.
• Measuring accuracy that is the highest in its class (and conforms to JIS B7153).
• ML series, high-NA objectives that are specially designed for the MF series (long working distance type).
• Illumination unit (reflected/transmitted) selectable from high-intensity LED or halogen bulb types (required).
• Variable aperture diaphragm (reflected/transmitted) allows observation and measurement while suppressing light diffraction.
• Coarse/fine feed handles equipped as standard on both sides allow precise focus and observation measurement regardless of handedness.
• A standard measuring microscope that has a wide variety of optional accessories including a Vision Unit and various digital CCD cameras.
• A quick-release mechanism is useful for moving the stage rapidly between measuring points when measuring workpieces that are large in size or quantity.
• The MF measuring microscopes' expandability, such as when used in combination with Mitutoyo's Vision Unit to boost performance or data management on a PC, promises further improved measuring efficiency.

Please note: The binocular tube and illumination unit in the images are optional accessories.

Technical Data

• Image type: BF (Brightfield) / erect
• Measurement method: Linear encoder
• Optical tube (optional): Monocular or binocular tube (inclination: 25°), reticle projection method, with TV mount, optical path ratio (eyepiece/TV mount: 50/50)
• Eyepiece (optional): 10X, 15X, 20X
• Objective: 3X (standard accessory); 1X, 5X, 10X, 20X, 50X, 100X (optional accessories)
• Focusing method:
  • MF-A / -B models: Manual focusing (coarse 30 mm/rev., fine 0.2 mm/rev.)
  • OMF-J model: Motor drive (max. measuring speed 20 mm/s)
• Display unit:
  • No. of axes: 2 (MF-A model) or 3 (MF-B / -J models)
  • Resolution: 0.001 / 0.0005 / 0.0001 mm, .0001" / .00005" / .00001"
  • Functions: Zero-setting, direction switching, data output (via RS-232C or USB interface)
• Power supply: 240VAC ±10%, 50/60Hz
• Remote box functions
  • (MF-J model only): Speed adjustment, coarse/fine speed switching, jog shuttle, emergency stop switch, AF button, counter reset button, data output button, power switch, limit setting (Z-axis)