Portable Microscopes

Whether it's a handheld device or it's a standard microphone that's light and small enough to be easily transported from one place to another, portable microscopes are great space-saving pieces of equipment. With the ability to be moved at easy, they offer great flexibility; they also are often less expensive than bigger, bulkier stereo microscopes, but this can often depend on the features of the individual scope.

Portable microscopes intended for classroom use are often rugged and lack moving parts, making them excellent gifts for kids who are keen to explore their world. Portable scopes used in industrial and manufacturing are used for quality control purposes to scan and identify minor defects on the production line. Some portable microscopes even have digital imaging options thanks to integrated cameras or USB connections.

Finally, just because portable scopes are small and compact doesn't mean they can't be mighty. A perfect example of this is the Dino-Lite AD4013TL series, which provides 10X-100X magnification and which can be held or mounted onto a stand. This versatile model can be used in electronics and coin microscopy as well as cannabis microscopy and other related fields. Just goes to show you that limited size doesn't mean limited magnification! As with all of our scopes, our portable microscopes come with a lifetime guarantee and free shipping for all orders over $150. You can always rely on microscope.com for the best scopes, portable or otherwise!