Upright Microscopes – B-380 Series

The B-380 Series Upright Microscopes by Optika Microscopes are expertly designed for routine laboratory applications, integrating decades of experience in light microscopy. These durable and stable instruments support a range of techniques, including brightfield, darkfield (oil and dry), phase contrast, fluorescence, and polarized light.

Ideal for educational and clinical environments, they deliver consistent and reliable performance. Discover high-quality microscopy solutions from Apex Scientific in South Africa. Explore our range of laboratory equipment and visit our Insights page for additional resources and guidance.

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The B-380 Series Upright Microscopes from Optika Microscopes enhance your microscopy experience with advanced features designed for precision and clarity. Available through Apex Scientific in South Africa, this series is ideal for laboratories aiming to elevate their research capabilities with reliable and high-quality equipment.

 

Exceptional Optical Performance

Enjoy consistently high-quality, flat-field images thanks to advanced optics. The B-380 Series includes binocular and trinocular heads, featuring a 20 mm field number and a true infinity optical system (IOS). The fully centerable condenser allows precise light control, helping to capture intricate sample details with clarity.

 

Laboratory-Grade Optics

This series is equipped with N-PLAN objectives and high numerical apertures for excellent optical correction. The planachromatic lenses offer over 90% flat-field sharpness, significantly reducing distortion and curvature. As a result, these microscopes are well suited for routine and advanced laboratory work.

 

Innovative X-LED³ Lighting Source

The B-380 Series Upright Microscopes incorporate Optika’s exclusive X-LED³ lighting. This technology produces bright, high-contrast images with improved color accuracy and a pure white color temperature. Moreover, it delivers double the light intensity while cutting energy consumption by up to 90%, with an impressive lifespan of 65,000 hours.

Automatic Light Control (ALC)

Automatic Light Control (ALC) automatically adjusts brightness based on diaphragm aperture, objective changes, or sample transparency. This smart feature enhances comfort during extended use and ensures consistently optimal lighting—without requiring manual adjustments.

Accessories

microscope slide
M-005 - Micrometric slide, 26x76mm. Provides precise measurement capabilities, ensuring accurate calibration and enhanced detail analysis under microscopes.
Microscope cleaning kit
15104 - Cleaning kit. Ensures optimal lens clarity and performance by safely removing dust, smudges, and debris from optics.
Microscope Dust Cover
DC-002 - Plastic dust cover. Protects the microscope from dust and contaminants, ensuring long-term durability and optimal performance.
microscope solar charger
M-069: Solar charger: Provides eco-friendly power supply, ensuring continuous microscope operation with reliable solar energy charging.
Microscope Immersion oil
15008: Immersion oil, 10ml. Enhances image clarity and resolution by reducing light refraction for high-magnification microscopy observations.
Microscope Rotating Table
M-175: Rotating table for polarising set (for models with 150x139mm rackless stage). Enables smooth 360° rotation for precise polarization analysis, ensuring accurate sample positioning and observation.
Microscope Eyepiece
M-008: WF10x/18 eyepiece, with pointer. Provides 10x magnification with an 18mm field of view and a built-in pointer for precise observations.
Microscope Projection Lens
M-118: 0.75x C-Mount projection lens. Reduces magnification while maintaining image clarity, providing a balanced field of view for digital imaging.
Microscope Phase Contrast Set
M-179: Complete Phase Contrast Set with W-PLAN obj. 10x, 40x, 100x and BF/DF/PH condenser.
microscope mirror
M-971: Plane-concave mirror, with base for B-190/290 Series. Provides an alternative light source, ensuring reliable illumination for clear and detailed microscopy observations.
Microscope Heating Stage
M-666.290: Heating stage (on newly purchased microscopes, for 150x139mm). Maintains precise temperature control for live sample observation, ensuring stability and accuracy during microscopy studies.
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Brightfield Models

ModelHeadEyepiecesNosepieceObjectivesStageFocusingCondenserIllumination
B-382PL-ALCBinocular, 30° inclinedWF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedN-PLAN 4x, 10x, 40x,
100x (oil/ water)		Rackless double layer, 150x139mm, moving range 75x33mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionAbbe N.A. 1.25, iris diaphragm, focusable and centrable3.6 W X-LED 3 ,
brightness control, ALC control. Fixed Koehler
B-383PLTrinocular, 30° inclined,
360° rotating		WF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedN-PLAN 4x, 10x, 40x,
100x (oil/ water)		Rackless double layer, 150x139mm, moving range 75x33mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionAbbe N.A. 1.25, iris diaphragm, focusable and centrable3.6 W X-LED 3 ,
brightness control. Fixed Koehler
B-382PLi-ALCBinocular, 30° inclinedWF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedIOS N-PLAN 4x, 10x, 40x,
100x (oil/ water)		Rackless double layer, 233x147mm, moving range 78×54 mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionAbbe N.A. 1.25, iris diaphragm, focusable and centrable3.6 W X-LED 3 ,
brightness control, ALC control. Fixed Koehler
B-383PLiTrinocular, 30° inclined,
360° rotating		WF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedIOS N-PLAN 4x, 10x, 40x,
100x (oil/ water)		Rackless double layer, 233x147mm, moving range 78×54 mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionAbbe N.A. 1.25, iris diaphragm, focusable and centrable3.6 W X-LED 3 ,
brightness control. Fixed Koehler

 

Phase Contrast Models

ModelHeadEyepiecesNosepieceObjectivesStageFocusingCondenserIllumination
B-382PH-ALCBinocular, 30° inclinedWF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedW-PLAN 4x, 10xPH,
40xPH,
100xPH (oil)		Rackless double layer, 150x139mm, moving range 75x33mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionPhase condenser (10x/20x, 40x, 100x)
with darkfield (dry) and brightfield		3.6 W X-LED 3 ,
brightness control, ALC control. Fixed Koehler
B-383PHTrinocular, 30° inclined,
360° rotating		WF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedW-PLAN 4x, 10xPH,
40xPH,
100xPH (oil)		Rackless double layer, 150x139mm, moving range 75x33mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionPhase condenser (10x/20x, 40x, 100x)
with darkfield (dry) and brightfield		3.6 W X-LED 3 ,
brightness control. Fixed Koehler
B-382PHi-ALCBinocular, 30° inclinedWF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedIOS W-PLAN 10xPH,
20xPH,
40xPH,
100xPH (oil)		Rackless double layer, 233x147mm, moving range 78×54 mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionPhase condenser (10x/20x, 40x, 100x)
with darkfield (dry) and brightfield		3.6 W X-LED 3 ,
brightness control, ALC control. Fixed Koehler
B-383PHiTrinocular, 30° inclined,
360° rotating		WF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedIOS W-PLAN 10xPH,
20xPH,
40xPH,
100xPH (oil)		Rackless double layer, 233x147mm, moving range 78×54 mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionPhase condenser (10x/20x, 40x, 100x)
with darkfield (dry) and brightfield		3.6 W X-LED 3 ,
brightness control. Fixed Koehler

 

Darkfield Models

ModelHeadEyepiecesNosepieceObjectivesStageFocusingCondenserIllumination
B-383DKTrinocular, 30° inclined,
360° rotating		WF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedN-PLAN 4x, 10x, 40x,
W-PLAN 100x
(oil, with iris diaphragm)		Rackless double layer, 150x139mm, moving range 75x33mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionAbbe N.A. 1.25, iris diaphragm, focusable and centrable. Additional darkfield condenser,
N.A. 1.36, built-in X-LED 3		3.6 W X-LED 3 ,
brightness control. Fixed Koehler

 

HBO Fluorescence Models

ModelHeadEyepiecesNosepieceObjectivesStageFocusingCondenserIllumination
B-383FLTrinocular, 30° inclined,
360° rotating		WF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedIOS N-PLAN 4x, 10x, 20x,
40x, 100x
(oil/water)		Rackless double layer, 233x147mm, moving range 78×54 mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionAbbe N.A. 1.25, iris diaphragm, focusable and centrableTransmitted:
3.6 W X-LED 3 , brightness control. Fixed Koehler Incident: HBO 100 W high- pressure mercury bulb

 

LED Fluorescence Models

ModelHeadEyepiecesNosepieceObjectivesStageFocusingCondenserIllumination
B-383LDTrinocular, 30° inclined,
360° rotating		WF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedIOS N-PLAN 4x, 10x, 20x,
40x, 100x
(oil/water)		Rackless double layer, 233x147mm, moving range 78×54 mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionAbbe N.A. 1.25, iris diaphragm, focusable and centrableTransmitted:
3.6 W X-LED 3 , brightness control. Fixed Koehler Incident: High-power blue LED

 

Polarizing Models

ModelHeadEyepiecesNosepieceObjectivesStageFocusingCondenserIllumination
B-383POLTrinocular, 30° inclined,
360° rotating		WF 10x/20
(one with crosshair reticle)		Quadruple, reversedStrain-free IOS N-PLAN POL 4x, 10x, 40x, 60xRound, 360° rotating, 160mm diameter, with sample clips and stop knobCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionAbbe N.A. 1.25, iris diaphragm, focusable and centrable. With rotating polarizer3.6 W X-LED 3 ,
brightness control. Fixed Koehler

 

Metallurgy Models

ModelHeadEyepiecesNosepieceObjectivesStageFocusingCondenserIllumination
B-383METTrinocular, 30° inclined,
360° rotating		WF 10x/20Quintuple, reversedIOS
W-PLAN MET 5x, 10x, 20x, 50x		Rackless double layer, 233x147mm, moving range 78×54 mmCoaxial coarse and fine, limit stop, adjustable tensionAbbe N.A. 1.25, iris diaphragm, focusable and centrableTransmitted and incident:
3.6 W X-LED 3 ,
brightness control. Fixed Koehler
SKUDescription
B-382PL-ALCOptika B-380 Series, Binocular Brightfield Microscope, with ALC, 1000x, PLAN
B-383PLOptika B-380 Series, Trinocular Brightfield Microscope, 1000x, PLAN
B-382PLi-ALCOptika B-380 Series, Binocular Brightfield Microscope, with ALC, 1000x, IOS PLAN
B-383PLiOptika B-380 Series, Trinocular Brightfield Microscope, 1000x, IOS PLAN
B-382PH-ALCOptika B-380 Series, Binocular phase contrast Microscope, with ALC, 1000x, PLAN
B-382PHi-ALCOptika B-380 Series, Binocular phase contrast Microscope, with ALC, 1000x, IOS PLAN
B-383PHOptika B-380 Series, Trinocular phase contrast Microscope, 1000x, PLAN
B-383PHiOptika B-380 Series, Trinocular phase contrast Microscope, 1000x, IOS PLAN
B-383DKOptika B-380 Series, Trinocular darkfield Microscope, 1000x IRIS, PLAN
B-383FLOptika B-380 Series, Trinocular HBO Fluorescence Microscope, 1000x, IOS PLAN,
B-383LDOptika B-380 Series, Trinocular LED Fluorescence Microscope, 1000x, IOS PLAN
B-383POLOptika B-380 Series, Trinocular polarizing Microscope, 600x, IOS PLAN
B-383METOptika B-380 Series, Trinocular metallurgical Microscope, 500x, IOS PLAN MET
B-383DK-CSOptika B-380 Trinocular darkfield Microscope, 1000x IRIS, PLAN, carrying hard case
CategorySKUDescription
Eyecups & EyepiecesM-001Huygens 5x eyepiece
M-008.1WF10x/20 eyepiece, high eyepoint, with pointer, rubber cup
M-160EW10x/20 eyepiece, high eyepoint, with rubber cup
M-161EW15x/16 eyepiece, with rubber cup
M-162WF20x/10 eyepiece
M-163EW10x/20 micrometric eyepiece, high eyepoint, with rubber cup
Objectives N-PLANM-164N-PLAN objective 4x/0.10
M-165N-PLAN objective 10x/0.25
M-166N-PLAN objective 20x/0.40
M-167N-PLAN objective 40x/0.65
M-168N-PLAN objective 60x/0.85
M-169N-PLAN objective 100x/1.25 (oil)
IOS N-PLANM-144IOS N-PLAN objective 4x/0.10
M-145IOS N-PLAN objective 10x/0.25
M-146IOS N-PLAN objective 20x/0.40
M-147IOS N-PLAN objective 40x/0.65
M-149IOS N-PLAN objective 60x/0.80
M-148IOS N-PLAN objective 100x/1.25 (oil)
M-144PIOS N-PLAN POL objective 4x/0.10
M-145PIOS N-PLAN POL objective 10x/0.25
M-146PIOS N-PLAN POL objective 20x/0.40
M-147PIOS N-PLAN POL objective 40x/0.65
M-149PIOS N-PLAN POL objective 60x/0.80
M-148PIOS N-PLAN POL objective 100x/1.25 (oil)
W-PLANM-059W-PLAN objective 100x/1.25OI (oil) objective with iris for DF
M-170W-PLAN PH objective 10x/0.25
M-171W-PLAN PH objective 20x/0.40
M-172W-PLAN PH objective 40x/0.65
M-182W-PLAN PH objective 100x/1.25 (oil)
IOS W-PLANM-634.1IOS W-PLAN objective 50x/0.95 (oil)
M-336IOS W-PLAN MET objective 5x/0.12
M-338IOS W-PLAN MET objective 10x/0.25
M-339IOS W-PLAN MET objective 20x/0.40
M-335IOS W-PLAN MET objective 50x/0.75
M-698.2IOS W-PLAN MET objective 100x/0.80 (dry)
M-1120.NIOS W-PLAN PH objective 10x/0.25
M-1121.NIOS W-PLAN PH objective 20x/0.40
M-1122.NIOS W-PLAN PH objective 40x/0.65
M-1123.NIOS W-PLAN PH objective 100x/1.25 (oil)
StagesM-175Rotating stage for polarising set (for 150x139mm rackless stage)
M-175.1Rotating stage for polarising set (for 233x147mm rackless stage)
M-635Heating stage (on newly purchased microscopes, for 233x147mm stage), multiplug
M-666.290Heating stage (on newly purchased microscopes, for 150x139mm stage), multiplug
Condensers & FiltersM-174.1Polarising set (filters only) (except for B-383POL)
M-179PH set – 10x, 40x, 100x W-PLAN PH obj. & BF/DF/PH condenser
M-181PH set – 10x, 20x, 40x, 100x IOS W-PLAN PH obj. & BF/DF/PH condenser
M-185Darkfield condenser for dry objectives
M-975.1Ring with blue filter, 45mm diameter
M-977.1Ring with green filter, 45mm diameter
M-979.1Ring with yellow filter, 45mm diameter
M-989.1Ring with frosted glass filter, 45mm diameter
M-1124.1Brightfield condenser (with phase slider slot)
Camera AdaptersM-1150.35x C-Mount projection lens
M-1140.5x C-Mount projection lens
M-1180.75x C-Mount projection lens
M-173C-Mount projection lens for APS-C/full frame reflex cameras (trino)
M-6200.35x focusable C-Mount adapter (biological microscopes)
M-620.10.5x focusable C-Mount adapter (biological microscopes)
M-620.20.65x focusable C-Mount adapter (biological microscopes)
M-620.31x focusable C-Mount adapter (biological & stereomicroscopes)
M-699Universal adapter for C-Mount projection lens (trino)
Miscellaneous15008Immersion oil, 10ml
15009Immersion oil, 100ml
15104Cleaning kit
DC-002Plastic dust cover, medium, 490(l)x490(h) mm
DC-003TNT dust cover, medium, 600(l)x550(h) mm
M-005Micrometric slide, 26x76mm, with 2 scales (1mm/100 & 10mm/100)
M-102Slide PH 10/20 160mm
M-103Slide PH 40 160mm
M-104Slide PH 100 160mm
M-105Slide PH 10/20 IOS
M-106Slide PH 40 IOS
M-107Slide PH 100 IOS
M-108Slide DK DRY
M-069Solar charger
M-151HBO 100W high-pressure mercury bulb for fluorescence (only for B-383FL)
M-151.1HBO 100W high-pressure mercury bulb for fluorescence (OSRAM) (only for B-383FL)
M-156Koehler field diaphragm (on newly purchased microscopes) (except for B-383POL)
M-1380Centering telescope, 23mm diameter
VP-380IQ/OQ/PQ manual for B-380 series
AB-020Antibacterial surface treatment, only for newly purchased microscope

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