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Start by learning about basic reflected light (epi-illumination) microscopy and ideally get ahold of one. | Start by learning about basic reflected light (epi-illumination) microscopy and ideally get ahold of one. | ||
I like the Olympus BH series as they seem to be a pretty good compromise between price and performance on the surplus market. | I like the Olympus BH series as they seem to be a pretty good compromise between price and performance on the surplus market. | ||
- | If you are thrifty you could probably get a basic BH for $200 but expect to pay as much as $500 for a basic but complete BH2 setup. | + | If you are thrifty you could probably get a basic BH for $200 but expect to pay as much as $500 for a basic but complete BH2 setup. If you can front the cash, get a BH2 as it can be upgraded considerably and makes a better long term investment. |
Ceramic chips with metal lids tend to be the easiest to open. | Ceramic chips with metal lids tend to be the easiest to open. |