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Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno
Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope Microscopes Meiji Techno

Meiji Techno MT5210L LED Binocular Brightfield/Phase Contrast Microscope

$4,700.00

    Choose contrast for the preparation. The standard Meiji MT5210L is an upright LED binocular microscope for transmitted brightfield and phase-contrast observation of thin mounted research and teaching specimens.

    • 10× FN22 eyepieces with 10×, 20×, 40× and 100× oil phase objectives.
    • 100×, 200×, 400× and 1000× visual settings; oil required at the 100× objective.
    • Centering telescope and green filter supplied; binocular head has no dedicated camera port.

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MEIJI TECHNO · BRIGHTFIELD & PHASE CONTRAST

Choose the contrast.
Follow the specimen.

Explore thin wet mounts and prepared stained slides with the standard MT5210L. Infinity-corrected U.Plan phase optics, adjustable LED Köhler illumination and a binocular viewing head bring a deliberate, hands-on workflow to research and advanced teaching.

100×, 200×, 400× and 1000× visual settings supplied. The 100× objective requires oil immersion; the binocular head has no dedicated camera port.

Meiji Techno MT5210L: authentic product photograph from the existing gallery.
Meiji Techno MT5210L: authentic product photograph from the existing gallery. · Select image to enlarge.

Two core contrast methods

Transmitted brightfield for suitable stained or naturally pigmented slides; phase contrast for thin, transparent mounted preparations.

Four supplied phase objectives

10×, 20×, 40× and 100× oil objectives pair with the supplied 10× eyepieces. Separate objective settings—not a zoom.

FN22 binocular viewing

Paired MA817 10× high-eyepoint eyepieces and the MA815 binocular head are supplied. No camera or trinocular port is included.

What is included—and what is a separate choice?

Supplied area Standard MT5210L configuration Important distinction
Viewing MA815 fixed 30° binocular head; two MA817 10× FN22 eyepieces and two MA906 eyeshields. Supplied; no dedicated camera port.
Objectives MA839 10×, MA840 20×, MA841 40×, MA842 100× oil U.Plan phase objectives. Four supplied objectives on a five-position nosepiece; no fifth objective promised.
Contrast and alignment MA913 centerable Zernike condenser, MA458/05 centering telescope, MA861/05 green interference filter. Brightfield position, matched phase annuli and darkfield stop for 40× only.
Slide handling and focus MA918R ceramic-coated mechanical stage with right-hand drop-down coaxial X–Y controls; MA598 slide holder. Coarse/fine focus, focus-tension adjustment and adjustable stage-height safety stop.
Lighting and supporting items Built-in variable-intensity white LED Köhler illumination; automatic voltage-sensing supply and regional mains cord; dust cover, spare fuse, manual and warranty card. Confirm destination cord and current packing list. Built-in LED is not a loose spare lamp; oil bottle is not confirmed.

The standard instrument supports visual observation without the optional upgrades below. Slides, preparations and measurement accessories are separate. Do not assume an immersion-oil bottle is supplied; arrange the appropriate oil before using the 100× oil objective.

Before you begin · Complete the bench, not just the microscope

The standard instrument already supplies the observation hardware. Prepare the specimen and supplies for your actual method; do not treat every item below as a mandatory accessory purchase.

Slides and cover glass

Use glass slides suited to the MA598 holder and your preparation. The supplied MA842 100× oil objective is specified for 0.17 mm cover-glass correction; check the selected cover-glass thickness and tolerance rather than assuming every chamber slide or cover is interchangeable.

Oil only when the method needs it

The supplied 10×, 20× and 40× objectives are dry. Appropriate immersion oil is needed for the 100× oil objective. The US packing list does not confirm a starter bottle; check your supplied contents before buying extra, or choose oil for replenishment.

Optics care

Have a soft brush or bellows brush and appropriate lint-free materials available. Follow the MT5000 manual for cleaning and fluids; do not assume ordinary eyeglass wipes or general surface cleaners are appropriate. The dust cover is already supplied.

If your preparation method specifically calls for positively charged slides, our MTC Bio positively charged slides are an existing catalog option: 25 × 75 mm, 1.1 mm thick, 72 per pack. Confirm holder fit, corner style and preparation protocol; these are not a blanket recommendation for every wet mount. Cover glass and optics-care materials should be selected separately to their verified specifications.

Immersion oil · Check starter supply, then replenish

MA700, 7.4 cc (7.4 mL). Meiji lists this oil for oil-immersion microscope objectives. Choose it when oil is needed for the supplied MA842 100× oil objective, or as replenishment. It is not for the supplied dry objectives, and it is not the separately numbered MA700/10.

The manufacturer photograph shows front and back views, not a two-pack. Confirm current packaging and safety information with your order; a factory-supplied starter bottle is not assumed either present or absent.

Three practical bench workflows

Match the method to a thin, mounted specimen—not simply to a higher magnification.

Generated still-life illustration: Thin, unstained wet mounts. Not a micrograph.

GENERATED STILL LIFE · NOT A MICROGRAPH

Thin, unstained wet mounts

Start with transparent preparations. Use phase contrast to explore yeast suspensions or suitably thin pond-water preparations on glass slides. Begin with the 10× objective and Ph1 to locate a useful area.

Thin, evenly spread preparations matter. Halos and shade-off can change the appearance of edges; these examples are not identification assays.

Generated still-life illustration: Prepared stained slides. Not a micrograph.

GENERATED STILL LIFE · NOT A MICROGRAPH

Prepared stained slides

Let absorption supply the contrast. Choose the brightfield condenser position for suitable prepared plant or tissue sections. Compare visible structures at a useful objective setting rather than starting at maximum magnification.

Preparation thickness, staining and illumination affect what is visible. This is not a diagnostic workflow or a through-flask inverted microscope.

Generated still-life illustration: Calibrated visual comparisons. Not a micrograph.

GENERATED STILL LIFE · NOT A MICROGRAPH

Calibrated visual comparisons

Add a scale only when needed. For a size-measurement workflow, the optional MA506 reticle adds an eyepiece scale and MA285 provides a known stage scale for calibration. Record the conversion for each objective.

The illustration shows a preparation workflow, not measured results. Neither a measurement reticle nor a calibration slide is supplied with the microscope.

Original generated still-life illustrations, not manufacturer product photographs or images captured through the MT5210L. Specimens and preparation materials shown are not supplied.

Match the objective to the phase annulus

Supplied part Objective NA Working distance With 10× eyepieces Phase setting / use
MA839 10× phase 0.25 10.7 mm 100× Ph1 · dry objective
MA840 20× phase 0.40 7.29 mm 200× Ph1 · dry objective
MA841 40× phase 0.65 0.5 mm 400× Ph2 · dry objective
MA842 100× phase oil 1.25 0.23 mm 1000× Ph3 · oil immersion

Both 10× and 20× use Ph1. The 40× uses Ph2; the 100× oil objective uses Ph3. Center the corresponding annulus rather than assuming alignment is automatic. FN22 refers to the supplied eyepieces; objective field-number specifications do not change that eyepiece field.

Choose illumination and contrast deliberately

Method Supplied setup Scope / limit
Brightfield MA913 brightfield position; variable-intensity LED Köhler illumination. Suitable stained or naturally pigmented thin mounted specimens.
Phase contrast Match Ph1 / Ph2 / Ph3 as above; use the supplied telescope and green interference filter during setup as directed. Thin transparent preparations. Align the annulus to the objective phase ring.
Limited darkfield MA913 darkfield stop specified for the 40× objective. Not all-objective darkfield. The supplied 100× phase oil objective does not establish 1000× oil darkfield capability.

This is an upright transmitted-light microscope. LED illumination does not imply fluorescence, and the supplied condenser does not establish a dedicated high-NA oil-darkfield system.

A setup sequence that earns useful contrast

1 · Start dry and low

Secure a thin mounted slide. Set interpupillary distance and diopter for comfortable binocular viewing. Locate and focus with the 10× dry objective, using the manual’s illumination and stage-stop guidance.

2 · Establish illumination

Adjust the LED intensity, field diaphragm and condenser according to the Köhler procedure. For phase work, select the matching phase position and use the green filter as directed; a phase annulus is not an aperture-brightness control.

3 · Check the rings

Temporarily replace one eyepiece with the supplied MA458/05 telescope. Focus the telescope to see the rings sharply and center the condenser annulus on the objective phase ring. Repeat for the matched objectives, then restore the eyepiece.

If contrast looks wrong, check annulus selection and centering, specimen thickness and cleanliness before choosing more magnification. Consult the manual for the complete operating sequence.

100× oil: plan the last step, not the first

Use the MA842 100× oil objective only with the appropriate immersion oil and the preparation/immersion procedure specified by Meiji. Start with a dry lower-power objective, find the area of interest, then proceed carefully: the 100× oil working distance is short.

Keep dry objectives dry

Do not sweep the 10×, 20× or 40× dry objective through an oil drop. Follow the manufacturer’s condenser-immersion instructions where required for the high-NA setup; do not oil components indiscriminately.

Focus and clean carefully

Check slide clearance and the stage stop; do not drive the objective into the slide. After use, remove immersion oil promptly with lens tissue and manufacturer-approved cleaning materials—not abrasive wipes.

Know the mode limit

1000× is the total visual magnification with the 100× oil objective. It is not a promise of additional useful detail for every specimen and is not a supplied 1000× oil-darkfield mode.

Optional comfort: change the viewing angle, not the camera path

MA957 ergonomic binocular replacement head: genuine manufacturer photograph cropped from the MT5000 brochure, page 5.
MA957 ergonomic binocular replacement head: genuine manufacturer photograph cropped from the MT5000 brochure, page 5. · Select image to enlarge.

MA957 · ergonomic tilting binocular head. Consider it only if the supplied fixed 30° head does not suit your seated position or shared-user setup. The optional head offers a 10–50° viewing angle and 30 mm eyetubes for the supplied eyepieces.

It replaces the supplied head; it is not an extra head needed for basic use and does not add a dedicated camera port. Arrange manufacturer/dealer-approved installation and confirm the exact unsuffixed MA957—not a different eyetube-size variant.

Optional measurement: a reticle plus a calibration reference

Choose these only for a visual measurement workflow. The supplied MA817 eyepiece already accepts the 25 mm reticle; no replacement focusing eyepiece is required merely to fit it.

MA506 manufacturer scale diagram—not a product photograph. Reticle markings: 10 mm divided into 100 units.
MA506 manufacturer scale diagram—not a product photograph. Reticle markings: 10 mm divided into 100 units. · Select image to enlarge.

MA506 · eyepiece measurement reticle. A 25 mm reticle for one supplied MA817 eyepiece. Its engraved divisions are not automatically specimen dimensions.

MA285 manufacturer slide/scale diagram—not a product photograph. Stage scale: 1 mm divided into 100 units.
MA285 manufacturer slide/scale diagram—not a product photograph. Stage scale: 1 mm divided into 100 units. · Select image to enlarge.

MA285 · transmitted-light calibration slide. The 1 mm scale has 100 divisions: 0.01 mm (10 µm) per division on the slide. It supplies a known reference for calibrating the reticle.

Align the reticle and stage scales, compare a useful span, and calculate specimen length per reticle division for each objective. Recheck after changing the optical configuration. No calibration certificate, traceability class or measurement accuracy is promised here.

Choose only what your bench needs

Observe at the eyepieces

Select the standard microscope for thin mounted research/teaching preparations. Supplied phase optics, telescope and filter cover the core setup; optional accessories are not mandatory.

Improve viewing posture

Consider MA957 only when adjustable inclination solves a real comfort problem. Retain a binocular workflow; this is not a camera conversion.

Measure a visible feature

Consider MA506 with MA285 if calibrated eyepiece measurements are part of your method. A scale without objective-specific calibration is not a measurement system.

Need a wider overview? Quote the complete low-power path

MA830 2.5× brightfield objective + MA976 low-power condenser is the manufacturer-listed scanning combination. With the supplied 10× eyepieces, it provides 25× total visual magnification. This is a two-component configuration to review—not a single-lens add-on or a bundled SKU.

MA830 manufacturer photograph: two views of one optional 2.5× objective.
MA830 manufacturer photograph: two views of one optional 2.5× objective. · Select image to enlarge.
MA976 manufacturer photograph: optional swing-out condenser shown in two views.
MA976 manufacturer photograph: optional swing-out condenser shown in two views. · Select image to enlarge.

The MA976 replaces the supplied MA913 for this workflow. Do not assume the phase condenser alone provides a fully illuminated 2.5× field, or that phase contrast remains available after the swap. Reinstall MA913 and recheck alignment to return to phase work.

Request a configuration quote specifying MT5210L, MA830 and MA976. Request low-power configuration review. Current condenser specifications, installation, field coverage and availability need confirmation before purchase. This option is therefore quote-first, not an orderable parts bundle. It is useful for finding regions on appropriately contrasting prepared slides—not automated whole-slide scanning.

Specialist darkfield · Check current support, not just an old parts list

The standard MA913 already has the documented darkfield stop for 40×. That does not establish a supplied 1000× oil-darkfield system.

Older documentation lists MA914 with MA836 50× oil-with-iris or MA838 100× oil-with-iris for specialist darkfield. Meiji’s current standalone component pages identify those parts as discontinued. They are not offered here as purchasable upgrades, and the supplied MA842 phase oil objective is not a verified substitute for an iris-equipped darkfield objective.

If higher-power darkfield is essential, describe your specimen, required magnification and existing setup when requesting a technical/availability review. Obtain a current manufacturer-supported alternative before ordering. No availability, diagnostic use or turnkey configuration is promised. Ask about supported alternatives.

MT5210L buying questions

What magnifications come with the standard MT5210L?

The supplied 10× eyepieces and 10×, 20×, 40× and 100× oil phase objectives provide 100×, 200×, 400× and 1000× visual settings. These are discrete objective selections, not continuous zoom; no 4× or fifth objective is promised.

Which phase annulus should I use?

Use Ph1 for both 10× and 20×, Ph2 for 40×, and Ph3 for 100× oil. Use the supplied centering telescope to check and center the annulus against the objective phase ring, following the manual.

Can I view a stained slide without changing the objectives?

Yes, suitable thin stained preparations can be observed using the condenser’s brightfield position and the supplied phase objectives. A separate brightfield objective set is not listed as included.

Does it include darkfield at 1000×?

No. The supplied MA913 condenser has a darkfield stop specified for 40×. The 100× phase oil objective and supplied condenser are not a confirmed high-NA oil-darkfield system.

Is a camera port included, or added by MA957?

No. The standard MA815 is binocular with no dedicated trinocular camera port. MA957 is an optional ergonomic binocular replacement, not a camera attachment. No plug-and-play camera configuration is established here.

Are phase contrast and high magnification always better?

No. Choose contrast for the preparation and useful magnification for the feature. Phase can help with transparent thin specimens but can introduce halos and shade-off; thick or uneven preparations can obscure detail.

Do I need oil for every objective?

No. The supplied 10×, 20× and 40× objectives are dry. The MA842 100× objective requires appropriate immersion oil and careful setup. Keep dry objectives out of oil and clean the oil objective as Meiji directs; an oil bottle is not confirmed as supplied.

Is MA506 enough to read specimen dimensions?

Not by itself. Install it in a compatible supplied MA817 eyepiece, then calibrate its divisions with MA285 or an appropriate known stage standard for every objective/optical configuration. Reticle markings do not directly equal specimen dimensions.

Must I buy every item shown on this page?

No. MA957 is an optional comfort replacement; MA506 and MA285 support calibrated visual measurement. MA700 is for oil-immersion use or replenishment when needed, after checking any starter supply. The low-power path is a quote-first configuration, not a required purchase. The standard observation hardware is already supplied.

Why do the brochure and manual need caution?

They cover multiple MT5000 configurations. Some brochure summaries conflict with the exact-model supplied list, and the shared manual includes legacy halogen service instructions. Use the standard configuration stated here; confirm the current packing list and obtain current LED/electrical service guidance rather than applying conflicting legacy data.

    SpecificationStandard MT5210L
    Manufacturer / exact modelMeiji Techno MT5210L · standard LED binocular brightfield/phase microscope
    Optical systemICOS infinity-corrected U.Plan phase objectives
    Viewing headMA815 Siedentopf binocular; fixed 30° inclination; 53–75 mm interpupillary adjustment; left eyetube diopter; 30 mm eyetube ID
    EyepiecesTwo MA817 SWH10× high-eyepoint eyepieces, FN22; MA906 eyeshields
    Supplied visual magnifications100×, 200×, 400× and 1000×; 100× objective is oil immersion
    NosepieceFive positions; four objectives supplied
    CondenserMA913 centerable Zernike turret condenser; NA 1.25; iris; brightfield position; matched phase annuli; darkfield stop for 40×
    Phase setup toolsMA458/05 centering telescope; MA861/05 green interference filter
    StageMA918R ceramic-coated mechanical stage, right-hand drop-down coaxial X–Y controls; MA598 slide holder
    FocusCoaxial coarse/fine; tension adjustment and adjustable stage-height safety stop
    IlluminationBuilt-in variable-intensity white transmitted LED Köhler illumination
    Power configurationAutomatic voltage sensing; confirm destination and regional cord against current nameplate
    Camera pathNo dedicated camera port on the supplied binocular head; no camera included
    Selected optional partsMA957 replacement ergonomic binocular head; MA506 measurement reticle; MA285 calibration slide

    Supplied objectives and phase settings

    PartObjectiveNAWorking distanceTotal visualAnnulus / immersion
    MA83910× phase0.2510.7 mm100×Ph1 · dry objective
    MA84020× phase0.407.29 mm200×Ph1 · dry objective
    MA84140× phase0.650.5 mm400×Ph2 · dry objective
    MA842100× phase oil1.250.23 mm1000×Ph3 · oil immersion

    Ordering information

    Catalog numberOrder scope
    MT5210LStandard microscope with supplied components above
    MA957Optional ergonomic tilting binocular replacement head; 10–50°; no camera port added
    MA506Optional 25 mm eyepiece reticle, 10 mm / 100 divisions; calibrate for specimen dimensions
    MA285Optional transmitted-light stage calibration slide, 1 mm / 100 divisions (10 µm)
    MA700Immersion oil, 7.4 cc catalog size; for 100× oil operation or replenishment when needed. Confirm starter supply.

    Blue Tiger Scientific is an authorized reseller of Meiji Techno products. We manage your purchase and order-return requests. Meiji Techno handles its manufacturer warranty directly.

    Ordering & delivery

    Availability and dispatch timing depend on the selected microscope and accessories. Delivery dates shown on this page are estimates, not guarantees; supplier lead time, processing and carrier transit can affect arrival. Contact Blue Tiger before ordering if you have a firm deadline or specific destination requirements.

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    Check your shipment as soon as it arrives. Keep all original cartons and packing materials. Report damage, shortages or an incorrect item to Blue Tiger immediately, with photographs of the item, packaging and shipping label, so we can meet Meiji’s five-day damage/shortage reporting requirement.

    Order returns — start with Blue Tiger

    All order-return requests must be initiated through Blue Tiger Scientific at info@bluetigerscientific.com. For eligible, non-defective products, request authorization within 14 days of delivery. A request does not guarantee acceptance; eligibility and written authorization must be confirmed before shipment.

    • Include your Blue Tiger order number, manufacturer part number, serial number if applicable, quantity and reason for return.
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    Approved non-defective returns are subject to a 15% restocking fee. Original outbound shipping is non-refundable, including shipping costs incurred on orders advertised with free shipping. Return shipping and insurance are the customer’s responsibility. Damage, incorrect-item and defect reports are reviewed separately from unwanted-product returns.

    Custom-made or special-order items and products identified as non-returnable are excluded from standard non-defective returns. Used, incomplete or non-resalable items are not eligible. Contact us before purchase if return eligibility is important to your selection.

    Manufacturer warranty — contact Meiji directly

    Meiji Techno provides and administers the manufacturer warranty. Contact Meiji directly for warranty coverage questions, registration, claims and repair authorization: 1-800-832-0060, Product Service Department.

    Blue Tiger Scientific does not process warranty claims, authorize warranty repairs or provide warranty service. Have your model, serial number and proof of purchase available when contacting Meiji. Do not send an item for warranty service until Meiji provides authorization and shipping instructions.

    Coverage is governed by Meiji’s applicable written warranty, including exclusions, registration requirements and any separate electrical-component coverage. A limited lifetime instrument warranty does not mean every component is covered for life.

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