Microscope Maintenance: Extend the Life of Your Investment

A microscope is not only a useful scientific tool for personal or professional use, it is also a significant investment. Protecting that investment should be a high priority for microscope owners. There are several factors that determine how long your microscope will last. By performing thorough and regular maintenance, you can ensure that that you improve the life expectancy of your machine.

Things You'll Need

• Cloth
• Lens paper
• Lens cleaning solution
• Mechanical grease

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Instructions

• 1

  Cover your microscope when it is not in use, even if it is stored away in a cupboard.

• 2

  Use only lens paper and lens cleaning solution to clean your microscope's lens. Using abrasive materials will cut down on your machine's optical power and wear out the lens quicker.

• 3

  Clean and lubricate your microscope's parts at least every year. Keep your microscope free of grease by wiping it down with a cloth.

• 4

  Avoid touching microscope bulbs with your bare hands, even when the bulb is cool. Touching bulbs significantly reduces their lifespan.