StereoMicroscope
This page documents the setup and modification of a Bauch and Lomb 1-2.5x stereo microscope purchased second hand, mounted with an articulating arm for more flexibility than standard boom microscope stands at lower cost.
General Information
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3D Model
A 3D CAD model of the Sieg X2 along with CNC additions is available at GrabCAD here: https://grabcad.com/library/sx2-mini-mill-cnc
Setup/Modifications
6/9/2020 - Received eyepieces
6/14/2020 - Received microscope
6/22/2020 - Modeled microscope in Fusion 360 to determine hole spacing/sizing on microscope (10-24 screws), modeled bracket using 1/8" welded steel flat stock
Stereo Microscope System Cost
| Part | Quantity | Unit Cost | Total Cost | Source |
| Bauch and Lomb 1-2.5x Microscope | 1 | $35.84 | $35.84 | eBay |
| 10x Wide Field Eyepiece Set | 1 | $21.71 | $21.71 | eBay |
| Focusing Rack (T5 style) | 1 | $47.66 | $47.66 | eBay |
| Articulating Arm | 1 | $160.73 | $160.73 | Amazon |
| Desk Clamp | 1 | $32.58 | $32.58 | Amazon |
| 1/2" Steel Square Tube Stock | 8" | $15.55 | $1.73 | Home Depot |
| 3/4" Steel Angle Iron Stock | 4" | $14.76 | $0.82 | Home Depot |
| 1 1/2" Steel Square Tube Stock | 2" | $7.59 | $1.26 | Online Metals |
| Nuts, Bolts, Screws | 3x 1/4-20 Bolt, 5x 1/4-20 Nut, 3x 10-32 Screw, 3x 10-32 Nut, 2x 1/4 Split Washer | $4.00 | $4.00 | Home Depot |
| Total Cost | $306.33 | (as of 3/29/22) |
Photos
Mill with vise mounted.
Mill with Z-axis DRO mounted to column.
CAD drawing for Z-axis DRO spacer blocks.
Spacer blocks with 6.35mm holes milled in center per drawing above.
Assembled/mounted mill on bench.
Cleaned/lubricated/adjusted X/Y base on bench.
Damage to Y axis on original mill.
