HamiltonBuhl Digital Microscope
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HamiltonBuhl Digital Microscope
SKU: SCT18
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$136.92
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$222.50
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HamiltonBuhl® Scout™ Digital Microscope (SCT18) is a rugged, classroom-ready digital STEM microscope designed specifically for young scientists and early learners. Featuring six built-in magnification lenses, easy USB connectivity, live image display, and digital photo/video capture capabilities, the Scout™ Microscope introduces students to the fascinating microscopic world through engaging, hands-on STEM exploration.
Designed for K-12 classrooms, makerspaces, science labs, homeschool programs, and collaborative learning environments, the SCT18 makes it easy for students and teachers to view, capture, and share magnified images directly on a computer monitor. With its eyepiece-free digital design, younger learners can comfortably explore specimens without the challenges of traditional microscopes.
🔬 Key Features
- Six magnification levels: Integrated rotating lens turret provides 100x, 200x, 300x, 400x, 500x, and 600x magnification.
- Digital STEM microscope: Displays magnified images and live video directly on a computer screen via USB.
- Designed for young learners: Rugged construction and eyepiece-free design ideal for elementary and middle school students.
- Live classroom collaboration: Entire classrooms can view specimens simultaneously on a connected monitor or projector.
- One-touch image capture: Quickly capture still images or record video with the built-in snapshot button.
- Upper and lower LED illumination: Bright LED lighting supports viewing of transparent and opaque specimens.
- Photo and video recording: Capture JPG images and AVI video files for science projects and documentation.
- Simple focusing system: Easy-to-use focusing knob designed for beginner microscope users.
- USB-powered operation: No batteries required; powered directly through USB connection.
- STEM and STEAM learning tool: Encourages scientific discovery, observation, experimentation, and inquiry-based learning.
🧠 STEM Learning Benefits
- Encourages curiosity and scientific exploration
- Supports STEM and STEAM curriculum integration
- Develops observation and analytical skills
- Enhances collaborative classroom learning
- Introduces microscopy and biological sciences
- Promotes hands-on experiential learning
- Supports science fair projects and lab activities
🔍 Magnification Levels
- 100x magnification
- 200x magnification
- 300x magnification
- 400x magnification
- 500x magnification
- 600x magnification
The integrated rotating lens turret allows students to quickly switch between magnification levels for detailed specimen observation.
💻 Device Compatibility
The HamiltonBuhl® Scout™ Digital Microscope connects directly to computers via USB 2.0 and works with:
- Windows computers and laptops
- Mac computers and MacBooks
- STEM classroom workstations
- Science lab computers
- Interactive classroom displays and projectors
🖥️ Supported Operating Systems
- Windows XP
- Windows Vista
- Windows 7
- Windows 8
- Windows 10
- Windows 11
- Mac OS X 10.5 – 10.15
- Mac OS X 11 – 15
📦 What’s Included
- (1) Scout™ Digital Microscope
- (3) Blank specimen slides
- (1) Prepared cotton swatch slide
- (6) Specimen slide covers
- (1) Tweezers
- (1) Dropper
- (1) USB cable
- (1) Installation/software CD
- (1) User manual
📚 Ideal For
- Elementary and middle school science classrooms
- STEM and STEAM education programs
- Homeschool science labs
- Makerspaces and innovation labs
- Biology and environmental science lessons
- Collaborative classroom demonstrations
- Early learners exploring microscopy
📊 Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Digital STEM microscope |
| Model | SCT18 |
| Magnification Range | 100x – 600x |
| Number of Lenses | 6 integrated magnification lenses |
| Digital Zoom | 5x digital magnification |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Still Image Resolution | Up to 1600 x 1200 pixels (UXGA) |
| Video Resolution | 640 x 480 pixels (VGA) |
| Still Image Format | JPG |
| Video Format | AVI |
| Illumination | Upper and lower LED lighting |
| Connection Type | USB 2.0 |
| Power Source | USB powered (5V / 250mA) |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows XP–11, Mac OS X 10.5–15 |
| Weight | 1.4 lbs. |
| Dimensions | 10" x 8.9" x 5.4" |
| Warranty | 1-Year Manufacturer Limited Warranty |
🌟 Why Educators Choose the Scout™ Digital Microscope
- Perfect beginner microscope for younger students
- Large shared-screen viewing improves classroom engagement
- Simple controls reduce learning frustration
- Supports science demonstrations and digital documentation
- Durable classroom-ready construction
- Easy integration into STEM and STEAM curriculum
⚠️ Important Notes
- Requires USB connection to compatible computer
- Software installation may be required for advanced features
- Adult supervision recommended for younger learners
- Magnification performance varies depending on monitor size and resolution
Bring science to life. The HamiltonBuhl® SCT18 Scout™ Digital Microscope empowers students to explore the microscopic world through collaborative, hands-on STEM learning designed for modern classrooms.