The Plugable 250x Digital USB Microscope is a handy and compact magnifying tool that is ideal for hobbies, crafts, or science projects. This versatile scope can be used both as a handheld device or placed into a flexible arm on a stand for hands-free operation. At the core of the device is a 2MP sensor, capable of capturing 1600 x 1200 images and videos and delivering them to your computer via a USB cable. To deliver perfect brightness and clarity in many lighting conditions, the scope features a built-in LED ring that's situated around the imaging sensor, under a protective polymer diffuser bezel.

2MP Imaging Sensor    1600 x 1200 Image & Video Resolution    40x to 250x Digital Magnification Range    4-LED Illuminator & Variable Brightness    Flexible Gooseneck with Suction Cup    USB Power & Tether Cord    Graduated Base    Compatible with Mac, PC, Linux

• 2MP imaging sensor
• Produces still images and video with 1600 x 1200 resolution
• 40 - 250x digital magnification range allows for a multitude of applications from viewing rocks and textiles, to small organisms
• Capacitive touch button for image capture instead of a physical push button because at high magnifications a small bump can cause the head to move—the capacitive button only requires a light touch to snap an image
• Use the software to capture images & video or configure a time-lapse capture

• Useful for students, collectors, testers, and anyone interested in exploring the microscopic world—Note: Not suitable for use as a document camera
• Tethers to a computer via USB 2.0 port to display images and provide power
• Companion software is available on the manufacturer website that allows finer control of the device&nmdash;or use almost any other video capture software
• Compatible with Windows 10, 8.x, 7, Vista, and XP; macOS and OS X 10.4.2 and above; Linux kernels 2.6.26 and above; Raspberry Pi with Raspbian Jessie (Cheese or GTK+ UVC viewer recommended); all Chrome OS devices with the built-in camera application
• iOS device—iPhones, iPads—are not compatible with external cameras and cannot be used with this microscope

• Large single-speed focus collar
• Flexible gooseneck lets you precisely position it where you want it
• Use handheld or stand-mounted
• Flexible arm can be used to position the scope in any direction
• Suction cup can be used to attach the scope to any flat smooth surface
• Wide base offers a platform for specimens and has linear and angular reference scales
• Four white LEDs on the head, arrayed around the camera, provide variable illumination
• A diffuser evenly distributes light across the object being viewed

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What comes in the box? Are there batteries, slides with covers, any case?

A: Here is what comes in the box with the Carson MicroFlip MP-250 100-250x Pocket Microscope: Smartphone Clip Starter Slide with Cover Slip Wrist Strap Limited Lifetime Warranty The AA batteries needed to power the microscope are not included. You could get the Watson Rapid Charger with 4 AA NiMH Rechargeable Batteries (2500mAh). Here is the link: https://bhpho.to/35M0Usq

Q: 2. How long is the included USB-C cable?

A: The USB-C cable included with the Plugable 9-in-1 USB-C Docking Station (Black) is 3.28' / 1 m long.

Q: 3. Will it work with an old dell monitor and a macpro laptop running catalina? The old dell has hdmi

A: Yes, this Plugable USB Type-C to HDMI 2.0 Adapter will work to connect an Apple Mac laptop via HDMI to a Dell monitor.

Q: 4. What is the Linux driver for this device?

A: Currently we only host drivers for Windows 10/11 and do not have any drivers for Linux. At this time our Wi-Fi 6 adapter is only compatible with Windows operating systems.

Q: 5. When connecting multiple monitors, does this dock only “mirror” additional displays, or can it “extend” multiple displays?

A: The Plugable 12-in-1 USB Type-C Docking Station can connect up to three 4K monitors in either extend or mirror mode, as long as your computer supports it.

Q: 6. Does this adapter require a separate power source?

A: No, the Plugable USB Type-C to HDMI 2.0 Adapter BH #PLUSBCHDMI does not require a separate power source.

Q: 7. will this device allow me to use my apple superdrive?

A: The Plugable 7-in-1 USB Type-A & Type-C Hub, B&H # PLUSBCHUB7BC, does not support the Apple Superdrive. The Apple Superdrive needs to be connected directly to the computer in order to work properly. If you do not have a computer with USB A, you can use an adapter like the Pearstone USB 3.2 Type-C to USB Type-A Adapter (6"), B&H # PEUSB323CA06.

Q: 8. Does this hub need an external power supply? I assume the 100W pass-through charging is optional?

A: Correct, the 100W pass through is not required to power the Plugable 11-In-1 USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 Hub. The Hub is bus powered.

Q: 9. Can this connect to an android phone?

A: It has to be plugged into a USB device running Windows 7, 8, 10 or Later MacOS 10.12 or Later

Q: 10. Can I plug this into an Android smartphone? I'd need a USB c, adapter, of course.

A: The Plugable 250x Digital USB Microscope with Stand is not compatible with smartphones.