Macropod Petrographic
$17,716.00 – $18,616.00
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Microscope Head
$6,940.00 – $16,100.00Mitutoyo FX-70 – Microscopy that Meets the Moment
In research, nothing should stand between you and your data. The FX-70 gives you ample room to manipulate specimens, run experiments, and integrate instrumentation—all while maintaining elite optical performance.
If most microscopes are a tight glove, the FX-70 is an open workbench. When your research demands both space and clarity, this scope delivers.
The Mitutoyo FX-70 microscope is renowned for its exceptional long working distance, providing significantly more clearance between the objective lens and the specimen compared to standard microscopes. To illustrate this advantage, here’s a comparison of working distances at various magnifications:
| Magnification | Typical Microscope Working Distance | Mitutoyo FX-70 Working Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 5× | ~10 mm | 34 mm |
| 10× | ~5 mm | 34 mm |
| 20× | ~2 mm | 20 mm |
| 50× | ~0.5 mm | 20.5 mm |
Note: These values are approximate and can vary depending on specific objective lenses used.
Metaphor for Perspective:
Imagine trying to read a book with your eyes just an inch away from the page—that’s akin to using a standard microscope with a short working distance. In contrast, the Mitutoyo FX-70 allows you to read that same book comfortably from across the table, maintaining perfect clarity. This extended working distance offers ample room for sample manipulation, integration of additional tools, and reduces the risk of contaminating or damaging sensitive specimens.
This substantial increase in working distance makes the Mitutoyo FX-70 particularly valuable in applications requiring precision and flexibility, such as semiconductor inspection, materials research, and quality control processes.
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International Training & Support
$11,706.28
Basic Support is provided to all of Macroscopic Solutions customers for a limited period of time. These requests are handled over the phone, by email or by web video. They are available for 30 days after the date of purchase, there is a fee associated with assistance related to training beyond the 30 day time period. For those seeking additional, on-site and hands-on training and support, please consider purchasing the extended, premium or international support package.
International Support is available upon request, please contact support@macroscopicsolutions.com for more information. A representative will respond within 1 hour during regular business hours (US EST or EDT).
International support includes all insured delivery fees and a 3 day training program for the client. The client can invite affiliated faculty, students and other associates for one-on-one training sessions. These trains sessions allow a wide range of Macropod users to become specialists at imaging and 3D modeling the specimens they regularly work with.
Macroscopic Solutions will send a technician approximately 1 month after the date of delivery. This allows the client to gather some experience prior to the on-site training, giving the client further insight into the types of questions they should be asking.
Macroscopic Solutions technicians maintain close contact after on-site training occurs to ensure proper handling and use of the system.
Premium Training & Support
$11,706.28
Basic Support is provided to all of Macroscopic Solutions customers for a limited period of time. These requests are handled over the phone, by email or by web video. They are available for 30 days after the date of purchase, there is a fee associated with assistance related to training beyond the 30 day time period. For those seeking additional, on-site and hands-on training and support, please consider purchasing the extended or premium support package for you.
Premium Support is provided to customers who would like to train multiple members of their research group over an extended period of time. A trained professional from Macroscopic Solutions will visit the customers location subsequent to delivery in order to describe the capabilities and train all colleagues wishing to use Macroscopic Solutions systems. This is one of two provided on site visitations included with Premium Support. Support by phone, email and web video is extended from a 30 day period to a 3 year period for any customers acquiring immediate assistance. A second onsite visitation is also included with the Premium Support package. This is helpful when components of Macroscopic Solutions systems are upgraded throughout time or the customer has an influx of new colleagues, employees, students, etc. to train that were not present during the initial training and support session.
For any researcher, it is important to fully understand how the Macropod works best for you. With your purchase, we offer three levels of support to meet your personal imaging needs: Basic, Extended, or Premium.
Extended Bundle:
Comes with personal delivery, set-up and demonstration; and online consultations and support for 1 year.
Premium Bundle:
Comes with personal delivery, set-up and demonstration; secondary visitation upon request; and online consultations and support for 3 years.
Macro & Micro-Core 3rd Axes Conversion
$10,429.00Actual product specifics may vary depending upon the needs of the customer. This is a 3rd axes implementation allowing for large panoramic imaging and focus stacking using 3 axes of automation. Iterations are specifically designed for clients seeking high resolution imagery of soil boxes, insect boxes, core boxes, tree core boxes or any other object having a significant length x width.
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Extended Training & Support
$6,689.30
Basic Support is provided to all of Macroscopic Solutions customers for a limited period of time. These requests are handled over the phone, by email or by web video. They are available for 30 days after the date of purchase, there is a fee associated with assistance related to training beyond the 30 day time period. For those seeking additional, on-site and hands-on training and support, please consider purchasing the extended or premium support package for you.
Extended Support is provided to customers who would like to train multiple members of their research group over an extended period of time. A trained professional from Macroscopic Solutions will visit the customers location subsequent to delivery in order to describe the capabilities and train all colleagues wishing to use Macroscopic Solutions systems. Support by phone, email and web video is extended from a 30 day period to a 1 year period for any customers acquiring immediate assistance.
For any researcher, it is important to fully understand how the Macropod works best for you. With your purchase, we offer three levels of support to meet your personal imaging needs: Basic, Extended, or Premium.
Extended Bundle:
Comes with personal delivery, set-up and demonstration; and online consultations and support for 1 year.
Premium Bundle:
Comes with personal delivery, set-up and demonstration; secondary visitation upon request; and online consultations and support for 3 years.
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Microscope Stand, Lights, Turrets, Filters and Eyepieces
$219.00 – $6,090.00
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This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Microscope Stand, Lights, Turrets, Filters and Eyepieces
$219.00 – $6,090.00
Camera Err 20 or Err 30 Service and Repair
$580.43If a hardware component of the Macropod product line is in need of repair and out of warranty, please purchase a repair request and send your part to:
Macroscopic Solutions
ATTN: Repairs
222 Pitkin St
East Hartford, CT 06108
The total cost covers component repair, testing, cleaning and return postage. If additional parts or repairs are necessary, we will inform you of any balance due prior to starting the work.
Description of Problem/Symptoms
Camera shows Error 20 or Error 30. Camera needs Mirror Box Ass’y. Camera will be checked, cleaned and repaired to good working order and functional test. If additional parts are needed, an updated balance will be sent subsequent to payment.
Send with the following accessories: Body Cap, Eyecup, No Battery, No Media Card
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Description |
Gross Price |
Net Price |
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Labor |
$398.00 |
$398.00 |
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Parts & Return Shipping |
$182.43 |
$182.43 |
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Total Charge |
$580.43 |
Thank you for choosing Macroscopic Solutions!
Camera Body Repair: Error 20
$478.43If a hardware component of the Macropod product line is in need of repair and out of warranty, please purchase a repair request and send your part to:
Macroscopic Solutions
ATTN: Repairs
1 Technology Dr
Tolland CT 06084
The total cost covers component repair, testing, cleaning and return postage.
Thank you for choosing Macroscopic Solutions!
Motion Control Service and Repair
$119.00If a hardware component of the Macropod product line is in need of repair and out of warranty, please purchase a repair request and send your part to:
Macroscopic Solutions
Attn: Imaging Services
222 Pitkin St
East Hartford CT 06108
The total cost covers component repair, testing, cleaning and return postage.
Thank you for choosing Macroscopic Solutions!
Turtledove Diffusers: Godox MF12 Wireless Flash (Set of 2)
$79.00|
This diffuser is custom designed for the Godox MF12 Twin Lite Macro Flash. The inner deflector reflects light onto the conical structure of the diffuser. This section projects soft light onto your subject without losing too much light form the source. These diffusers are a must have for any photographer working with the MF12 Flash by Godox! These dual diffusers no longer warm the subject and cast a brighter, more lively look onto your subject. Phew!! A rigid macro diffuser that withstands heavy field use. Mirror tests shown below indicate the level of diffusion offered by the Turtledove Diffusers. Flash and camera settings are at Flash 1/32, EXP 1/200, f4.0, and ISO 200. |
Turtledove Diffusers: MT-26EX-RT Twin Lite Flash
$79.00This diffuser is custom designed for the Canon MT-26EX-RT Twin Lite Macro Flash. The inner deflector reflects light onto the conical structure of the diffuser. This section projects soft light onto your subject without losing too much light form the source. These diffusers are a must have for any photographer working with the MT-26EX-RT Flash by Canon!
These dual diffusers no longer warm the subject and cast a brighter, more lively look onto your subject. Phew!! A rigid macro diffuser that works well in heavy field use.
Mirror tests shown below indicate the level of diffusion offered by the Turtledove Diffusers. Flash and camera settings are at Flash 1/32, EXP 1/200, f4.0, and ISO 200.
Turtledove Diffusers: Yongnuo YN-24EX TTL Macro Flash
$79.00This diffuser is custom designed for the Yongnuo YN-24EX TTL Twin Lite Macro Flash. The inner deflector reflects light onto the conical structure of the diffuser. This section projects soft light onto your subject without losing too much light form the source. These diffusers are a must have for any photographer working with the YN-24EX TTL Flash by Yongnuo!
These dual diffusers no longer warm the subject and cast a brighter, more lively look onto your subject. Phew!! A rigid macro diffuser to withstand heavy field use.
Mirror tests shown below indicate the level of diffusion offered by the Turtledove Diffusers. Flash and camera settings are at Flash 1/32, EXP 1/200, f4.0, and ISO 200.
Turtledove Diffusers: Canon MT-24 EX Twin Lite Flash
$79.00This diffuser is custom designed for the Canon MT-24EX Twin Lite Macro Flash. The inner deflector reflects light onto the conical structure of the diffuser. This section projects soft light onto your subject without losing too much light form the source. These diffusers are a must have for any photographer working with the MT-24 EX Flash by Canon!
NOTE* This older diffuser shown in the video below created a slight warming effect and a manual color temperature of ~5000 K needed to be used to mitigate. These dual diffusers no longer warm the subject and cast a brighter, more lively look onto your subject. Phew!! A rigid macro diffuser to withstand all heavy field use.
Mirror tests shown below indicate the level of diffusion offered by the Turtledove Diffusers. Flash and camera settings are at Flash 1/32, EXP 1/200, f4.0, and ISO 200.
Diffuser for Canon RF 100mm Macro
$49.00$49
This diffuser is custom designed for the Canon RF 100mm lens and incorporates a snug one-directional twist lock fit. The length of this diffuser provides enough flexibility to get the most out of your working distances while maximizing the amount of light that gets reflected back onto your target. Made to work under close working distances only. The front nose cup design reflects light around the sides of the specimen in combination with an integrated Lieberkuhn reflector to maximize retro-reflectance and illumination. This diffuser is a must have for any photographer working with the RF 100 mm Macro lens by Canon!
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