The Olympus BX51-P Research Grade Transmitted Light Polarizing Microscope is Olympus's flagship transmitted light polarizing platform โ fully loaded and in as-new working order, combining UIS2 infinity-corrected strain-free optics, conoscopic capability, and a complete compensator system for demanding mineralogy, materials science, and birefringence research applications. ๐ต 4x, 10x, 20x, and 40x strain-free POL objectives for artifact-free polarized light imaging across the full magnification range ๐ก 12V 100W quartz halogen lamphouse (U-LH100) for bright, stable transmitted light illumination ๐ฎ U-CPA conoscopic polarizing intermediate piece for conoscopic observation and optical axis determination ๐ U-SRP 360ยฐ rotating ball-bearing stage with 3-point centering, 1ยฐ graduation increments, and lockable position ๐งช Complete compensator system: U-TAD adapter and U-TP530 first-order red gypsum plate for retardation and interference color analysis ๐ท U-TR30-2 trinocular head with 3-position light path (100:0 / 80:20 / 0:100) for flexible observation and documentation โ Condition: Excellent, as-new working order ๐ง Product Description The Olympus BX51-P is the flagship transmitted light polarizing microscope from Olympus, delivering superb performance through UIS2 infinity-corrected optics and a purpose-built polarized light optical design. This fully loaded configuration includes every major accessory required for advanced polarized light research โ from routine orthoscopic observation to demanding conoscopic analysis. The U-LH100 12V 100W quartz halogen lamphouse provides bright, stable transmitted light illumination. Four strain-free POL objectives โ 4x, 10x, 20x, and 40x โ deliver flat-field, artifact-free imaging across the full magnification range. The U-SRP rotating ball-bearing stage with 3-point centering and 1ยฐ graduation enables precise extinction angle measurement and crystal orientation analysis. The U-CPA conoscopic intermediate piece allows direct observation of interference figures for optical axis determination and crystal system identification. The U-POC strain-free condenser with 360ยฐ rotatable polarizer and swing-out top lens, U-AN360P rotatable lockable analyzer, and U-TAD compensator adapter with U-TP530 first-order red gypsum plate complete the full analytical optical train. Six different compensators are compatible with this system for measurement of various retardation levels. The U-P4RE quadruple centerable nosepiece and U-FMP attachable mechanical stage with XY controls add precision specimen navigation. WHN 10x widefield eyepieces with crosshair reticle and scale in the right eyepiece support precise measurement and alignment. In excellent, as-new working condition, this system is ready for immediate deployment. ๐ Typical Applications Mineralogy and petrology thin section analysis with conoscopic observation Crystal structure, birefringence, and optical axis determination Interference color and retardation measurement with compensators Pharmaceutical polymorphism and crystal habit analysis Fiber identification and forensic materials analysis Advanced research requiring full conoscopic and orthoscopic polarized light capability ๐ Key Specifications Specification Details Frame Olympus BX51 (transmitted light) Optical System UIS2 infinity-corrected, strain-free Illumination U-LH100 12V 100W quartz halogen lamphouse Head U-TR30-2 trinocular (100:0 / 80:20 / 0:100) Eyepieces WHN 10x Widefield (crosshair reticle with scale in right eyepiece) Nosepiece U-P4RE quadruple centerable Objectives Strain-free POL 4x, 10x, 20x, 40x Stage U-SRP 360ยฐ rotating ball-bearing, 3-point centering, 1ยฐ graduation, lockable Mechanical Stage U-FMP attachable with XY knurled controls Condenser U-POC strain-free, 360ยฐ rotatable polarizer, swing-out top lens Analyzer U-AN360P rotatable, lockable slider Conoscopic Attachment U-CPA conoscopic polarizing intermediate piece Compensator System U-TAD adapter + U-TP530 first-order red gypsum plate Condition Excellent, as-new working order SKU BX51P Country of Origin Japan Weight 45 lbs University and institutional purchase orders are welcome. Please contact us for invoicing and procurement documentation.