Leitz Orthoplan DIC Microscope Polarizer with Red and Quarter Wave Compensator

Description

Up for bid is
Used
Leitz Orthoplan DIC Microscope rotational EPI Polarizer with Quarter W
ave
and
Full Wave
(Red)
Birefringence Compensator. This device is mainly targeted to DIC and polarization studies and, in general, this is 4 in 1 device: it features heat filter, rotating thin film polarizer, quarter wave birefringence compensator (static) and retractable full wave (red) compensator. Depending on polarizer position and the presence/retraction of red compensator, the device allows to reach following states of polarization:
linearly polarized (polarization plane coincides with easy axis of quarter wave compensator).
circular polarized (
polarization plane is 45deg. shifted with regards to easy axis of quarter wave plate
).
first order rotated (for DIC studies) - red compensator is inserted.
The clear output aperture is 18mm with quartz plate compensators featuring 19mm clear aperture. The item is mechanically sound, recently serviced (new synthetic lube), moves smoothly, without issues. Click stop works as intended. The optical condition is excellent "like new": no hint it has ever been used (especially polarizer looks like new
(not an easy to find it now in such condition)
. Most items went through my hands had burnt polarizers and delamination of birefringence compensators), all optical parts are free of major defects like delamination, fungus, nicks, AR coatings damage - please see pictures. For physical and aesthetic condition please refer to the pictures. Priced to sell quickly. Must have item for microscopy professional.
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Private sale, no warranties! Due to the nature of product it is sold as is with no return.
Expedited shipping and handling is ,95 to worldwide. Payment is due within 3 days. Accepted method of payment: Paypal and SEPA.
Buyer is responsible for all local taxes and customs fees whenever applicable.
Note: The polarizer pin shown on last two pictures is for demonstration purposes and Not Included with this lot!
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