The Vertical Stereo Microscope with Fixed Objectives and Built-in Transmitted Light from Micron is a top rated versatile instrument for educational and industrial applications requiring illumination of transparent specimens. Model KG-1848-B features a fixed 2x objective with 10x paired eyepieces, providing 20x total magnification. The built-in transmitted light in the base illuminates specimens from below, ideal for examining slides, thin sections, and transparent materials. The vertical (straight) binocular head provides direct line-of-sight viewing. For schools, laboratories, and quality control facilities seeking the best value in a transmitted light stereo microscope, this model is an excellent choice. One of the best features of this vertical stereo microscope is its built-in transmitted illumination and simple fixed objective design.