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Choosing the right Digital Inspection system can be confusing. There are many different types of systems available today at price points ranging from $150 to over $10,000. It is important to clearly establish what functions you expect the system to perform and what you hope to accomplish with the system. For example, will this be used at a desk infrequently for quick inspection or in a quality lab to take measurements or on a production line to reduce eye fatigue or for a variety of different applications. Below are typical types of digital microscopes on the market today with typical applications.
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USB Digital Microscope
These scopes are generally lower cost and provide quick magnification on a computer. Most come with software that allows you to capture images and perform basic measurement functions. General magnification ranges from 10x-50x.
Typical Applications: Spot Check Inspection and Measurement, Portable for Field Applications
Example: Aven Mighty Scope
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Dual HDMI & USB Output Scopes
These systems tend to be larger in size and higher in cost than a USB Digital Microscope. They allow the user the convenience of looking at an image directly on a HD Monitor without a computer, but also when needed a user can connect a computer to capture images and perform basic measurements. Higher end systems like this may have an auto focus feature.
Typical Applications: Presentations/Classrooms, Quality Controls, Low Magnification Product Line work.
Example: Aven Cyclops 3.0 Digital Microscope
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All-In-One Digital Microscpe
Designed to be compact, efficient, and versatile. All-in-one digital microscopes usually include all the features required for your inspection processright out of the box, including a built-in screen, measurement software, image/video capture capabilities, and output to a larger display.
Typical Applications: Production lines, Quality Labs High Volume Quality Inspections and Documentation.
Example: MicroVue Digital Microscope
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Compact and Portable Digital Microscopes
The scopes are versatile and can be used in a wide variety of settings. Typically these types of microscopes feature a rechargeable battery, making them an excellent device for field research.Typical Applications: Spot Check Inspection and Measurement, Portable for Field Applications
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Auto Focus HDMI + USB Systems
These systems are the most advanced and generally feature a high quality HD camera with nearly instantaneous auto focus. In most cases, systems of this type offer a greater working distance and ease of use to the operator. The high-end HD camera allows the operator to work at various magnifications without sacrificing working distance. Premium Auto Focus HD Systems also generally feature a USB output to connect to a computer.
Typical Applications: Production lines, Quality Labs High Volume Quality Inspections and Documentation.
Example: Mighty Cam Pro Digital Microscopes
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Streamlined HDMI + USB Camera Systems
These systems are designed to be an economic entry into digital microscopes. Ideal for applications where auto focus and on-screen measurement are not required, these digital microscopes provide a supurb on-screen image to your HD monitor or PC, and have on-board SD card capabilities for capturing instant snap shots or videos.
Example: E-Series Digital Microscopes