Nikon
V 12 A Optical Comparator
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The Nikon V 12 A is a benchtop manual optical comparator. The V 12 A features a 12-inch screen and 2x2 inch travel. The V 12 A uses a 10X lens and tungsten illumination.[1]
What it is
The Nikon V 12 A is a benchtop optical comparator with a 12-inch diameter viewing screen. The stage is manual with micrometer heads providing 2 by 2 inches of travel. The instrument uses a three-position lens turret and includes a 10X magnification lens as standard. Profile and surface illumination are both tungsten type.[1]
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Optics & imaging4
Configuration & options7
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- [1]hammondcompany.com — hammondcompany.comhammondcompany.com
- [2]Equipment inventory listing
Last updated Sep 24, 2026.
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