Nikon
Labophot 2
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The Nikon Labophot 2 is a modular microscope utilizing the Nikon CF optical system. The Labophot 2 is available with either a forward or rear facing quintuple nosepiece and features a 6-volt, 20-watt Köhler illumination system with a halogen lamp and variable control.[1]
What it is
General reference — not yet source-verifiedThe Nikon Labophot 2 is a microscope used for laboratory inspection and metrology work.
How it works
Where it fits in the process flow
General reference — not yet source-verifiedA microscope of this class sits in inspection, characterization, and bench-level measurement workflows rather than in wafer fabrication steps.
Applications
General reference — not yet source-verifiedA microscope of this class is used to examine samples, structures, and surface features that require direct visual inspection at high magnification.
What do the numbers mean?
Power & electrical6
- Illumination
- 6V-20W halogen lamp with Köhler illumination and variable control potentiometer[1]
Wafer handling1
Optics & imaging13
Configuration & options22
- Polarizing[2]
- Stage
- Mechanical rectangular or circular rotatable with six minute vernier gradations; graded adjustable stage[1]
- Focusing Movement
- Coarse focus knob moves stage 12mm per rotation; fine focus knob moves stage 0.1mm per rotation (1 micron per graduation)[3]
- Condenser Centering
- Centering screws provided; quick-change condenser mount without re-adjusting centering screws[1]
- Phase contrast condenser
- Turret style phase contrast condenser with phase 1, 2, 3, darkfield, and brightfield stops[5]
What does it need to run?
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- Illumination6V-20W halogen lamp with Köhler illumination and variable control potentiometer[1]
- Lamp (alternative)6V-30W halogen bulb (Philips special type)[3]
- Illumination Type6V-30W halogen bulb (special Philips type); Köhler illumination[3]
- Lamp Power6V, 20W (standard) or 6V-30W (replacement bulb)[1]
- Lamp house100 watt mercury lamphouse[5]
- Power supply100 watt mercury power supply[5]
Where are the manuals?
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Field notes
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Frequently asked questions
What magnification range is typical for microscopes of this class?General reference — not yet source-verified
Optical microscopes in this class typically offer a range of objective lenses that provide from low to high magnification, enabling both wide-field overviews and high-resolution detail inspection. The exact magnification depends on the objectives and eyepieces selected.
Can this type of microscope be used for automated measurements?General reference — not yet source-verified
Yes, many systems in this class can be equipped with motorized stages and automated measurement software to perform repetitive tasks such as critical-dimension measurement or defect counting. Manual operation remains common for ad-hoc inspection.
What illumination modes are available on such microscopes?General reference — not yet source-verified
Common illumination modes include brightfield for general surface inspection, darkfield for detecting scratches and particles, and sometimes differential interference contrast for enhancing edge features. The specific modes depend on the optical configuration.
Not publicly documented
The following facts about the Labophot 2 are absent from this record as of this revision. First-hand knowledge or a citation closes a gap; every submission is reviewed before publication.
No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the Labophot 2 are on record.
Answerable by: OEM historical records or a trade-press announcement
No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the Labophot 2 are on record.
Answerable by: an OEM product catalog or an engineer who ordered or specified the tool
The control-system platform and OS era of the Labophot 2 are not on record.
Answerable by: an engineer who operated it or OEM installation records
No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the Labophot 2 are on record.
Answerable by: a field service engineer, process engineer, or maintenance technician
The process node or technology generation of the Labophot 2 is not on record.
Answerable by: an OEM datasheet or a fab qualification report
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Sources & citations
Sources (5)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]labwrench.com — labwrench.comlabwrench.com
- [2]inventory listing
- [3]manualslib.com — manualslib.commanualslib.com
- [4]medicalinst.com — medicalinst.commedicalinst.com
- [5]spachoptics.com — spachoptics.comspachoptics.com
Last updated Oct 4, 2026.
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