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Free shipping does not apply to orders of any international and non-contiguous U.S. locations, such as Alaska, Hawaii, all off-shore U.S. territories and possessions, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Expedited Shipping
We offer expedited shipping via FedEx and UPS.

For all expedited shipping services, such as Overnight, Next Day, etc - While we will do our part to ensure the packages are received by the shipping carriers to meet the shipping cut off times, please note that once the package leaves our warehouse, we are no longer responsible for the delivery of the package. The shipping carrier is responsible for delivering your package.

Shipping Costs
If you select services other than "Free Shipping" during checkout, your order will be shipped per your selected shipping method, and the shipping fee will be added to your order. Shipping costs are provided by the shipping carriers and calculated based on shipping location, product dimensions and weight.

Checkout + (Package Protection & Free Returns)
When you checkout with Checkout Plus, your order will include free returns & exchanges and your package will be insured. If your package is lost, stolen, or damaged, we've got you covered. Learn more about our Return Policy here.

International Shipping
We ship worldwide. Please select your desired shipping service at checkout. Please read our international orders policy here.


SHIPPING FAQs

When will my order ship?
Orders placed online before 12PM (Noon) PST will be processed and shipped on the same business day. Orders placed after 12PM (Noon) will be processed and shipped the following business day. Orders placed on the weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and Federal Holidays will be processed on the following business day.

  • Please note that transit times may vary during holidays when there is a surge of packages with the shipping carriers.
  • To ensure your order is shipped as soon as possible and successfully, please double check that your shipping address is correctly entered.

How can I track my order?
Log into My Account to check the status of your order and your tracking number.
You will also receive an email with the tracking number once your order has shipped. Please allow for 24 hours for tracking updates to appear online with the shipping carrier.

When will Pre-Orders ship?
To get an expected shipping date for pre-orders, please send an email to sales@bolioptics.com with your Order Number.

How can I cancel my order before it ships?
After checkout, you have the ability to cancel your order on the Order Confirmation Page. If you need to cancel your order after you've left your page, log in to My Account and you can cancel the order there.

If your order has shipped, meaning you have received an email with a Status Update that your order has Shipped along with your tracking number, we are unable to cancel your order. Please email us as soon as possible, so that we can further assist you. If the order is already with the carrier, you can start a return for the item once you receive the package.

What if my tracking update shows "Delivered," but I haven't received my package yet?
Contact the shipping carrier it was shipped with (such as FedEx or UPS), or your local USPS Post Office (if the package was shipped with USPS).
Sometimes a shipping carrier can mark the package as delivered before it is actually delivered.

Lost/Delayed/Damaged/Stolen Packages
If you purchased Checkout+, and the package is lost, delayed, or arrived damaged, or stolen, you can file a claim on our website here. Please take photos of damages for proof for claims.

If you did not purchase Checkout+, BoliOptics is not responsible for lost packages, delays while the package is in transit with the carrier, damaged packages, or stolen packages. If you did not purchase Checkout+, you are responsible for filing a claim with the shipping carrier.

BoliOptics is not responsible for any packages that are delivered to the wrong address, if the wrong shipping address was provided at checkout.
If the package is returned back to us (Returned to Sender), we can reship the order to a different address, and the customer is responsible for the shipping fee.

Industry Leading Warranties

BoliOptics microscopes and accessories are manufactured under the strict guidelines established by ISO 9001, ISO13485, ISO14001, or CE (marked per product).

Warranty is only offered for products purchased directly from BoliOptics.

BoliOptics products are warranted against manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship from the original date of purchase, for the following years:

Lifetime Warranty
Designated products marked lifetime warranty.

5 Year Warranty
Microscopes (except video and digital microscopes) come with a five (5) year factory warranty against manufacturing defects.

5/1 Year Warranty
Products with 5/1 Year Warranty means that the hardware of the microscope is under 5 year warranty, and the electrical and lighting components are under 1 year warranty.

1 Year Warranty
Includes video microscopes, digital microscopes, electrical and electronic products such as light sources, cameras, software, monitors, and electronic components.
Microscope accessories (such as microscope cameras and illuminators) come with a one (1) year warranty, except when specified in the description.

Warranty does not apply for consumable accessories and parts such as bulbs, batteries, fuses, cords, optical components or any add-on accessories such as mechanical specimen holders that are not built into the microscope stage as an integral part of the original manufacture, etc.

Warranty does not cover ordinary wear and tear or damage caused by improper use or accidents (drops).
Warranty does not cover products that have become inoperable due to lack of maintenance. 
Warranty is void when products are disassembled, structural parts were opened up, removed, unscrewed, tampered with, or broken during use or in the user's possession.
Warranty is void when product QR Codes or Barcode Stickers containing the Product's Serial Number are removed from the product.

Customers are responsible for round-way shipping for warranty services.

 

*Please note that we do not perform repairs. If you would like a repair, we can recommend you to third party microscope service and repair companies.*

 

Warranty Instructions

Please see the Reasons for Warranty:

A. If the reason is due to ordinary wear and tear, damage caused by improper use or accidents (drops), damage due to lack of maintenance, or that the product was disassembled, structural parts were opened up, removed, unscrewed, tampered with, or that the product was broken during use or in the user's possession, the product is no longer under warranty.
Email us at sales@bolioptics.com to see whether you can purchase parts. If parts are not available, we recommend you to purchase a new unit.

B. If the time frame is outside of the warranty period, the product is no longer under warranty.
Email us at sales@bolioptics.com to see whether you can purchase parts. If parts are not available, we recommend you to purchase a new unit.

C. If the reason is due to manufacturing defects, and the product is within the warranty period,
Email us at sales@bolioptics.com with the following details:
- Your name
- The SKU # of the product
- Photos of the product from the front, sides, and back
- Photo of the serial number on the product, if present

BoliOptics offers a thirty (30) day return window beginning on the date of your purchase.

To receive a 100% refund, items must be returned in New and Original Condition, with all parts, accessories, and original product packaging included.

  • Products missing the original packaging or instruction manuals are subject to a 20% restocking fee.
  • Products missing parts or accessories are subject to a higher restocking fee.
  • Products damaged during use (scratched, chipped, parts broken), disassembled from the original manufacturing or tampered with, are not accepted for returns or refunds. Our return policy does not cover ordinary wear and tear or damage caused by improper use or accidents.
  • Microscope slides, coverslips, and eye guards are non-returnable.
  • Items marked "Final Sale" are not eligible for return or refund due to change of mind. We are committed to ensuring the quality of all our products. If you receive a final sale item that has an issue, please contact us as soon as possible, and we will resolve any issue on a case by case basis.

When packaging the return, protect the item and original packaging.

  • We recommend using the original packaging materials to ensure the product is safe during return shipping.
  • If you do not have the original packaging materials, and there is extra room in the box, fill the extra space with padding (paper or shipping peanuts) so the product won't move around during transportation.

Customers are responsible for the return shipping label cost, if the product was not defective.

It can take up to 7 business days for an item to reach us once you ship it. Once we receive the item, it takes 5-7 business days to process the return and refund.

If you have any questions, please an email us at sales@bolioptics.com


To Start a Return

You can start a return here. 

Purchasers that opted in for checkout+ will have free returns. Purchaser that opted out are responsible for all shipping fees for goods being returned or exchanged, including shipping fees for exchanged goods returned to purchaser.

If a returned item is deemed unsuitable for a return, BoliOptics reserves the right to refuse the refund.

To Start a Claim

You can start a claim here. 

If you opted into Checkout+: your order is covered by package protection. If your package is lost, stolen, or damaged in transit, once approved, we'll replace the item at no extra cost (or issue a refund/store credit if it's out of stock). For damaged items, please include a photo of the damage when you file.

If you opted out of Checkout+: your order is not protected against carrier loss or damage, and we're unable to cover replacements for shipping-related issues.

Please inspect your order when it arrives and file any claim within 30 days of the delivery date.

Product Description
Technical Specifications
MT05160303 Trinocular Metallurgical Microscope
Optical System Specifications
Optical SystemInfinite
System Optical Magnification50-500X
Expandable System Optical Magnification (Optional Parts Required)50-1000X
Trinocular Optical Magnification2.5-25X
Total Magnification50-500X
Standard Eyepiece10X High Eyepoint Eyepiece
Standard Objective5X 10X 20X 50X Infinity Long Working Distance Plan Achromatic Dark Field Metallurgical Objective
Standard Coupler0.5X
System Field of View Dia. 0.44-4.4mm
System Working Distance3.4-11mm
Compound Trinocular Head
Eye Tube Optical SystemInfinite
Eye Tube TypeFor Compound Microscope
Eye Tube Adjustment ModeSiedentopf
Eye Tube Angle25°
Erect/Inverted ImageErect image
Eye Tube Rotatable360° Degree Rotatable
Interpupillary Adjustment50-75mm
Eye Tube Inner Diameter Dia. 30mm
Eye Tube Diopter AdjustableLeft ±5°, Right Not Adjustable
Eye Tube Fixing ModeWithout Locking
Eye Tube Size for Scope Body/Carrier Dia. 46mm
Image Port Switch Mode0/100 Switch Trinocular
Surface TreatmentSpray Paint
MaterialMetal
ColorWhite
Net Weight3.20kg (7.05lbs)
Applied FieldFor MT0501 Series Microscope
Eyepiece
10X High Eyepoint Eyepiece (Pair)
Eyepiece TypeStandard Eyepiece
Eyepiece Optical Magnification10X
Plan EyepiecePlan Eyepiece
Eyepiece Size for Eye Tube Dia. 30mm
Eyepiece Field of View Dia. 22mm
Eyepoint TypeHigh Eyepoint Eyepiece
Surface TreatmentElectroplating Black
MaterialMetal
ColorBlack
Net Weight0.23kg (0.51lbs)
Metallurgical Objective
5X Infinity Long Working Distance Plan Achromatic Dark Field Metallurgical Objective
Objective Optical SystemInfinite
Objective Optical Magnification5X
Objective TypePlan Achromatic Objective
Objective Parfocal Distance45mm
Objective Working Distance9mm
Numerical Aperture (N.A.)N.A. 0.15
Objective Cover Glass Thickness/-
Objective Immersion MediaDry Objective
Objective Screw Thread51/50 in. x1/36 in.
D/BD ObjectiveDark/Bright Field Objective
Objective Outer Diameter Dia. 32mm
Surface TreatmentPolished Chrome
MaterialMetal
ColorSilver
Net Weight0.13kg (0.29lbs)
Applied FieldMT0501, MT0516, DF0516 Series Microscope
10X Infinity Long Working Distance Plan Achromatic Dark Field Metallurgical Objective
Objective Optical SystemInfinite
Objective Optical Magnification10X
Objective TypePlan Achromatic Objective
Objective Parfocal Distance45mm
Objective Working Distance9.5mm
Numerical Aperture (N.A.)N.A. 0.30
Objective Cover Glass Thickness/-
Objective Immersion MediaDry Objective
Objective Screw Thread51/50 in. x1/36 in.
D/BD ObjectiveDark/Bright Field Objective
Objective Outer Diameter Dia. 32mm
Surface TreatmentPolished Chrome
MaterialMetal
ColorSilver
Net Weight0.11kg (0.24lbs)
Applied FieldMT0501, MT0516, DF0516 Series Microscope
20X Infinity Long Working Distance Plan Achromatic Dark Field Metallurgical Objective
Objective Optical SystemInfinite
Objective Optical Magnification20X
Objective TypePlan Achromatic Objective
Objective Parfocal Distance45mm
Objective Working Distance3.4mm
Numerical Aperture (N.A.)N.A. 0.45
Objective Cover Glass Thickness/0
Objective Immersion MediaDry Objective
Objective Screw Thread51/50 in. x1/36 in.
D/BD ObjectiveDark/Bright Field Objective
Objective Outer Diameter Dia. 32mm
Surface TreatmentPolished Chrome
MaterialMetal
ColorSilver
Net Weight0.18kg (0.40lbs)
Applied FieldMT0501, MT0516, DF0516 Series Microscope
50X Infinity Long Working Distance Plan Achromatic Dark Field Metallurgical Objective
Objective Optical SystemInfinite
Objective Optical Magnification50X
Objective TypePlan Achromatic Objective
Objective Parfocal Distance45mm
Objective Working Distance7.5mm
Numerical Aperture (N.A.)N.A. 0.55
Objective Cover Glass Thickness/0
Objective Immersion MediaDry Objective
Objective Screw Thread51/50 in. x1/36 in.
D/BD ObjectiveDark/Bright Field Objective
Objective Outer Diameter Dia. 32mm
Surface TreatmentPolished Chrome
MaterialMetal
ColorSilver
Net Weight0.17kg (0.37lbs)
Applied FieldMT0501, MT0516, DF0516 Series Microscope
Nosepiece
Inward/Outward NosepieceNosepiece Inward
Number of Holes on NosepieceQuadruple (4) Holes
Nosepiece Switch ModeManual
Nosepiece Screw Thread for ObjectiveM26x1/36 in.
Microscope Stand
Stand Height330mm
Base TypeIllumination Base
Base ShapeT-shape
Base Dimensions430x290x140mm
Focus ModeManual
Coarse/Fine Focus TypeCoaxial Coarse/Fine Focus
Focus Distance17.5mm
Fine Focus Travel DistanceSame as Focus Distance
Coarse Focus Distance per Rotation24mm
Fine Focus Distance per Rotation0.1mm
Fine Focus Minimum Scale1μm
Focus LimitedLimited
Focusing Knob Tightness AdjustableTightness Adjustable
Clear Glass Plate (199x199x6mm)
Plate TypeClear Glass Plate
Plate Size199x199x6mm
MaterialClear Float Glass
Net Weight0.58kg (1.28lbs)
Applied FieldFor MT05160313 Trinocular Transmitted/Reflected Metallurgical Microscope
Microscope Stage
XY Stage Travel Distance158x158mm
XY-Axis Drive ModeManual
Stage Fast MovementFast-moving Clutch Handle
Stage Platform Dimensions450x280mm
Microscope Illuminator
Illumination TypeHalogen Coaxial Reflection Light
Top Illumination TypeHalogen Light
Coaxial Reflection Light TypeBright/Dark Field
Vertical Illuminator
Illuminator Mount Type for BodyFastening Screw
Illuminator Mount Size for Body Dia. 46mm
Illuminator Mount Type for Eye TubeFastening Screw
Illuminator Mount Size for Eye Tube Dia. 55mm
Coaxial Reflection Light TypeBright Field
Coaxial Reflection Illuminator Light Source TypeHalogen Light
Coaxial Reflection Illuminator Input VoltageDC 12V
Coaxial Reflection Illuminator Output Power100W
Lamp House Port Size Dia. 58.5mm
Aperture DiaphragmAperture Diaphragm Adjustable
Aperture Diaphragm Mounting PositionVertical Illuminator
Field DiaphragmField Diaphragm Adjustable
Field Diaphragm Mounting PositionVertical Illuminator
Output Power100W
Input VoltageDC 12V
Surface TreatmentSpray Paint
MaterialMetal
ColorWhite
Net Weight2.59kg (5.71lbs)
Applied FieldMT0516 Series Microscope
Polarizing Kit
Simplified Polarizing Kit
Polarizer Rotation Range360°
Polarizer Mount Size32x7mm
Surface TreatmentElectroplating Black
MaterialMetal
ColorBlack
Net Weight0.11kg (0.24lbs)
Applied FieldFor MT0501, DF0501 Series Microscope
Halogen Bulb
12V 100W Halogen Bulb
Bulb Rated Power100W
Bulb Rated VoltageDC 12V
Bulb ShapeOval
Bulb Mounting ModeBi-Pin
Light Bulb Pin StandardG6.35 (6.35mm)
MaterialGlass
Applied FieldFor MT0514 Series Microscope
0.5X Coupler
Coupler Mount Type for TrinocularFastening Screw
Coupler Mount Size for Trinocular Dia. 37mm
Adjustable CouplerAdjustable
Coupler Magnification0.5X
C/CS-Mount CouplerC-Mount
Surface TreatmentElectroplating Black
MaterialMetal
ColorBlack
Net Weight0.80kg (1.76lbs)
Applied FieldFor MT0501, DF0501, MT0516 Series Microscope
Power Supply
Output Power100W
Input VoltageAC 100-240V 50/60Hz
Output VoltageDC 12V
Power Cord Connector TypeUSA 3 Pins
Power Cable Length1.8m
Parts CertificationPower Cable with UL Certification
Other Parameters
Surface TreatmentSpray Paint
MaterialMetal
ColorWhite
Net Weight30.60kg (67.46lbs)
Dimensions60x44.5x62cm (23.622x17.520x24.409 in. )
Series
MT0516MT05160303
Contains  
Parts Including
PictureP/NProduct Name
BM0511221110X High Eyepoint Eyepiece (Pair)
MT05011322Compound Trinocular Head
MT050141410.5X Coupler
MT05016201Simplified Polarizing Kit
DF051632315X Infinity Long Working Distance Plan Achromatic Dark Field Metallurgical Objective
DF0516333110X Infinity Long Working Distance Plan Achromatic Dark Field Metallurgical Objective
DF0516343120X Infinity Long Working Distance Plan Achromatic Dark Field Metallurgical Objective
DF0516363150X Infinity Long Working Distance Plan Achromatic Dark Field Metallurgical Objective
MT05165253Clear Glass Plate (199x199x6mm)
MT05166101Vertical Illuminator
BU9903123212V 100W Halogen Bulb
Desiccant Bag1 Bag
Screw Model and QuantityM3x12mm 4pc
Allen KeyM2.5 1pc M3 1pc
Dust Cover1pc
Spare Bulb2pc
Product Instructions/Operation Manual1pc
Packing  
Packaging TypeCarton Packaging
Packaging MaterialCorrugated Carton
Packaging Dimensions(1)70x62x48cm (27.559x24.409x18.898″)
Inner Packing MaterialPlastic Bag
Ancillary Packaging MaterialsExpanded Polystyrene
Gross Weight36.52kg (80.51lbs)
Minimum Packaging Quantity1pc
Transportation CartonCarton Packaging
Transportation Carton MaterialCorrugated Carton
Transportation Carton Dimensions(1)72x64x50cm (28.346x25.197x19.685″)
Total Gross Weight of Transportation(kilogram)39.11
Total Gross Weight of Transportation(pound)86.22
Microscope Optical Data Sheet
P/N Objective Objective Working Distance Eyepiece
BM05112211   (10X  Dia. 22mm)
Magnification Field of View(mm)
DF05163231 5X 9mm 50X 4.4mm
DF05163331 10X 9.5mm 100X 2.2mm
DF05163431 20X 3.4mm 200X 1.1mm
DF05163631 50X 7.5mm 500X 0.44mm
DF05163831 100X 3mm 1000X 0.22mm
1. Magnification=Objective Optical Magnification * Body Magnification * Eyepiece Optical Magnification
2. Field of View=Eyepiece Field of View /(Objective Optical Magnification*Body Magnification)
3. The Darker background items are Standard items, the white background items are optional items.
Video Microscope Optical Data Sheet
P/N Objective Coupler
MT05014141  (0.5X)
Magnification
DF05163231 5X 2.5X
DF05163331 10X 5X
DF05163431 20X 10X
DF05163631 50X 25X
DF05163831 100X 50X
1. Magnification=Objective Optical Magnification * Body Magnification * Coupler Magnification
Camera Image Sensor Specifications
No. Camera Image Sensor Size Camera image Sensor Diagonal
(mm) (inch)
1 1/4 in. 4mm 0.157"
2 1/3 in. 6mm 0.236"
3 1/2.8 in. 6.592mm 0.260"
4 1/2.86 in. 6.592mm 0.260"
5 1/2.7 in. 6.718mm 0.264"
6 1/2.5 in. 7.182mm 0.283"
7 1/2.3 in. 7.7mm 0.303"
8 1/2.33 in. 7.7mm 0.303"
9 1/2 in. 8mm 0.315"
10 1/1.9 in. 8.933mm 0.352"
11 1/1.8 in. 8.933mm 0.352"
12 1/1.7 in. 9.5mm 0.374"
13 2/3 in. 11mm 0.433"
14 1/1.2 in. 12.778mm 0.503"
15 1 in. 16mm 0.629"
16 1/1.1 in. 17.475mm 0.688"
Digital Magnification Data Sheet
Image Sensor Size Image Sensor Diagonal size Monitor
Screen Size (24in)
Digital Zoom Function
1/3 in. 6mm 101.6
1. Digital Zoom Function= (Screen Size * 25.4) / Image Sensor Diagonal size
Microscope Optical and Digital Magnifications Data Sheet
Objective Coupler Camera Monitor Video Microscope Optical Magnifications Digital Zoom Function Total Magnification Field of View (mm)
PN Magnification PN Magnification Image Sensor Size Image Sensor Diagonal size Screen Size
DF05163231 5X MT05014141 0.5X 1/3 in. 6mm 24in 2.5X 101.6 254X 2.4mm
DF05163331 10X MT05014141 0.5X 1/3 in. 6mm 24in 5X 101.6 508X 1.2mm
DF05163431 20X MT05014141 0.5X 1/3 in. 6mm 24in 10X 101.6 1016X 0.6mm
DF05163631 50X MT05014141 0.5X 1/3 in. 6mm 24in 25X 101.6 2540X 0.24mm
DF05163831 100X MT05014141 0.5X 1/3 in. 6mm 24in 50X 101.6 5080X 0.12mm
1. Video Microscope Optical Magnifications=Objective Optical Magnification * Body Magnification * Coupler Magnification
2. Digital Zoom Function= (Screen Size * 25.4) / Image Sensor Diagonal size
3. Total Magnification= Video Microscope Optical Magnifications * (Screen Size * 25.4) / Image Sensor Diagonal size
4. Field of View (mm)= Image Sensor Diagonal size / Video Microscope Optical Magnifications

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