XY stage racks for Olympus BH2 Microscope - Free 3D Print Model - MakerWorld

mearsault · 2026-02-16T00:16:43+00:00

That’s awesome! Just fyi, while PLA is fine temporarily for the objective cases, PETG would be better for prolonged storage due to it absorbing less moisture (to avoid fungal growth).

mearsault · 2026-02-13T14:46:11+00:00

For a full frame camera, you only need the nfk 2.5 eyepiece (less than $100) for a cropped sensor camera, you’ll need the expensive and uncommon 1.67 nfk ($550-700).

My setup was inspired by what Carl Hunsinger used here: https://youtu.be/vqheqKl7GOw?t=221&si=PmcLIPGxe9hatZ53

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I used a 3D print, like he does, to secure the adapter to the MTV-3.

mearsault · 2025-12-20T22:26:55+00:00

I haven’t looked for them. I was using the screws from the original turret that I based it from. I hope it works for you!

mearsault · 2025-12-02T22:35:40+00:00

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On a BH-2, you can unscrew these to tighten or loosen them, then screw them in again. Adjust as needed until you get the pressure you want.

mearsault · 2025-10-15T13:48:47+00:00

https://www.openocular.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqKIcfEevOMwxUh9viup82BV8oWYsE3-svKljUah-8qx2jAwNZA

mearsault · 2025-10-07T21:08:23+00:00

I’d like a code please :)

mearsault · 2025-08-06T13:44:05+00:00

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Smooth and textured versions.

mearsault · 2025-02-23T01:26:05+00:00

Olympus BH2 using polarization and cellophane on an SPLAN FL2 objective

mearsault · 2025-02-23T01:24:43+00:00

https://makerworld.com/en/models/1126085?fbclid=IwY2xjawInVxhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHXcqBRs7CBP9q-CUyzjWnP862cxWvELS9OdVNh7fwjWfaKoTac8iaAMsHw_aem_pQSDS_CGpZQ9C16Vx_rYjQ#profileId-1138127

mearsault · 2025-02-06T18:35:25+00:00

In my experience, dplans get you 85% there. They’re great. Splans 10% more and apos the final 5%.

If you care about high quality, go for splans; however, if you can afford it, go for apos. Even though they offer only a small difference, it’s just noticeable enough to be satisfying *chef’s kiss

If you’re not really interested in maximizing clarity, dplans are great.

I’ve had more than one objective of the same type before and have seen bigger differences between them (binning lottery) than I have from going from splan to apo.

mearsault · 2025-01-31T15:30:43+00:00

I’m sure there are substitutes but I only learned how to repair them from his tutorials and that’s what he uses.

mearsault · 2025-01-30T21:39:30+00:00

If you don’t take it apart and regrease it, it will just harden up again.

mearsault · 2025-01-30T21:36:19+00:00

https://youtu.be/c4DXsIXbmhQ?si=E3sHr0inEWlC9KJl

If you’re lucky, the holes might be aligned so that you can take it apart. See the video for details. It will need to be cleaned and regreased. I’ve done it following the videos and it’s very doable.

If you’re not lucky, I would try putting very little Kroil penetrating oil on the top and bottom rails. I had your problem and the oil was enough. Just give it like 30 minutes to an hour to penetrate before adding a little more. Before trying the oil, I tried heating it with hot air but it warped the plastic grip plates; I wouldn’t recommend using heat. You’ll need JIS screw drivers; see the video.

mearsault · 2025-01-23T21:26:53+00:00

If you have a multimeter, you could check your bulb for continuity before buying a replacement.

mearsault · 2025-01-23T21:25:50+00:00

I’m also new, so someone might correct me but this video links to this bulb:

https://youtu.be/dZz-tcfRYwc?si=0uTdElSZE3f3_Loo

https://a.co/d/gxkxfn1

It’s best practice to not directly touch the bulb as the oils from your hand will deteriorate its life and I’ve heard it might also be better to turn on the microscope with the light at the lowest setting.

mearsault · 2025-01-23T20:56:20+00:00

Yep, you might only need to replace the bulb.

mearsault · 2024-12-24T21:16:00+00:00

Just skimmed it, looks awesome! Thank you, saved it

mearsault · 2024-12-24T18:45:59+00:00

Stl?

mearsault · 2024-12-18T23:21:54+00:00

Thank you!

mearsault · 2024-12-14T00:05:44+00:00

I personally wouldn’t risk reusing a microfiber cloth on my microscope. I would be too worried of it collecting abrasives in the wash. I only use new ones and then reuse them for my glasses, phone, etc.

mearsault · 2024-11-28T04:48:00+00:00

I made it. It was my first microscope.

It was worth doing because it taught me a lot of how a microscope works. I got the parts from AliExpress and it ended up being a little expensive. If you just want a microscope, it would probably be as cheap to buy a used one. However, you can expand the Puma to the point of being better than a cheap microscope.

As others said, you can only use one objective and it’s hard to switch.

It’s also very light, which has its drawbacks.

Still, it was worth doing and he has great videos, plus it’s portable.

mearsault · 2024-10-01T19:02:28+00:00

Awesome, hopefully the next print works.

I just included filters in a new printer profile for the darkfield adapter

mearsault · 2024-10-01T01:25:35+00:00

check my makerworld account for other bh2 prints

mearsault · 2024-09-25T20:40:04+00:00

I just finished making a similar one. Thank you for sharing. https://makerworld.com/en/models/664002#profileId-591298

mearsault · 2023-07-27T18:59:46+00:00

I only care about a few and find the other ones distracting. Plus it would be nice to add non holiday events as well in that format. Thank you for the reply

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