Quick Answer: The Vernier Microscope (Six Position Microscope) is a measuring microscope on a cast iron base with stainless steel horizontal and vertical scales and a least count of 0.01 mm. It has a 10x Ramsden eyepiece and an achromatic objective of f = 50 mm, with about 150 mm of travel on each axis.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Cast iron base with levelling screws
Stainless steel scales on horizontal and vertical axes
Least count 0.01 mm
10x Ramsden eyepiece with achromatic objective, f = 50 mm
Six positions: vertical, horizontal and 360° rotation
Travel about 150 mm horizontal and 150 mm vertical
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Base
Cast iron, levelling screws
Scales
Stainless steel, horizontal and vertical
Least count
0.01 mm
Eyepiece
10x Ramsden
Objective
Achromatic, f=50mm
Positions
6: vertical, horizontal and 360° radial rotation
Movement range
150mm horizontal / 150mm vertical (approx.)
HS Code
9011.20.00 (Compound optical microscopes)
About This Product
A vernier microscope is used in physics practicals to measure small distances that a ruler cannot, such as the bore of a capillary tube or the diameters of Newton’s rings. Its six positions let the tube be set vertically, horizontally or at an angle to suit the object.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the least count of the Vernier Microscope (Six Position Microscope)?
0.01 mm, read on stainless steel horizontal and vertical scales.
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