OKLM-F Series Kohler Illumination Module Kit

Product Description

The Oeabt Teaching Demonstration Series products are designed to advance studies in physics, optics, photonics, and various emerging research fields through classic experiments. Each teaching kit includes all necessary components and an instruction manual with detailed setup and operational guidance.

The Kohler illumination experiment helps students understand the optical path design, working principle, and microscopic applications of Kohler illumination by building a standardized, uniform, and efficient microscope illumination system.

Light Source Components

 

Item	Model	Notes	Quantity
LED Light Source	LED-D1-MAX4K	White light 4000–4500K; Output voltage: DC 12V, max power 3W	1
LED Dimming Controller	LEDOTB-1000	Supports continuous and pulsed modes; max current 1000mA	1
Ø1 inch Lens Sleeve	CSA-24	SM1 internal thread, L=16mm, with 2 retaining rings	1
Ø1 inch Viewable Sleeve	CSA-60V	SM1 thread, open/close dust-proof sliding cover, with 2 retaining rings	1
Ring-Driven Adjustable Diaphragm	CDM-12	Aperture: Ø1mm~12mm; SM1 internal and external threads	1
30mm Through-Hole Cage Plate	CSJ-31	Limit hole Ø30.6mm, holds Ø1 inch sleeve	1

Diaphragm Components

表格

Item	Model	Notes	Quantity
Ring-Driven Adjustable Diaphragm	CDM-12J30	Aperture: Ø1mm~12mm; with CSJ30 threaded cage plate	1

Lens Components

OKLM-F30 Lens Configuration

 

Item	Model	Notes	Quantity
Plano-Convex Lens	OLB-I1-30PM	Ø1 inch, f=30mm, AR coating: 400–700nm	2
XY Translation Mount	CXY1-M	XY travel ±1mm, compatible with 30mm cage system, SM1 thread	1

OKLM-F50 Lens Configuration

Item	Model	Notes	Quantity
Plano-Convex Lens	OLB-I1-50PM	Ø1 inch, f=50mm, AR coating: 400–700nm	2
XY Translation Mount	CXY1-M	XY travel ±1mm, compatible with 30mm cage system, SM1 thread	1

Mechanical Components

OKLM-F30 Cage Rods

Item	Model	Notes	Quantity
Cage Rod	PCM-S190	Ø6mm post, L=190mm	4

OKLM-F50 Cage Rods

Item	Model	Notes	Quantity
Cage Post	PCM-E2	Ø6mm post, L=2 inches (50.8mm)	4
Cage Rod	PCM-S190	Ø6mm post, L=190mm	4

Tool Accessories

Item	Model	Notes	Quantity
Magnetic Straightedge	MX2-HR	Metric/imperial scales, L=240mm	1
Wrench Tool Holder	SPW-TH	With 7 thumb screws and 7 hex wrenches	1
Retaining Ring Wrench	SPW-SM150	L=50mm, with scale, fits SM1 retaining rings	1
Screw Pack	—	Included	—

Technical Specifications

Experiment Summary

The Kohler illumination experiment helps students understand the optical path design, working principle, and microscopic applications of Kohler illumination by constructing a standardized, uniform, and efficient microscope illumination system.

Experiment Principle

A Kohler illumination module consists of these key components:

1. Light source: Typically an LED source providing stable, adjustable intensity.
2. Condenser lens: Collects light from the source and focuses it at the field diaphragm plane.
3. Field diaphragm: Controls the diameter of the illumination beam projected to the condenser, defines the illuminated area, and eliminates glare.
4. Condenser and aperture diaphragm: The condenser projects light onto the sample; the aperture diaphragm controls the cone size and shape, affecting brightness and resolution.
5. Objective lens: Focuses illumination onto the sample and collects reflected/transmitted light to form an image.

Experiment Objectives

1. Microscope optimization: Master adjustment of the microscope Kohler illumination system and its core role in optimizing imaging.
2. Separation of illumination and imaging: Understand the principle and benefits of independent control for imaging and illumination optical paths.
3. Application foundation: Provide theoretical and practical support for microscopic imaging in biology, materials science, and related fields.

Kit List

The Kohler illumination module includes light source components, diaphragm components, lens components, and mechanical components.

 

Experiment Content

Assembly

Application Examples