SLM 2
SLM 2
SLM 2
SLM 2
A stereo tabletop microscope, wherever you are
Ultra-compact
Ultra-compact
Space-saving
Space-saving
Ready for immediate use
Ready for immediate use
The ultra-compact stereo microscope for every workspace
Not every desk has room for a full-sized laboratory microscope. The SLM 2 demonstrates that compactness and optical quality are not mutually exclusive. With a footprint of 300 x 400 mm, it delivers the same precision as larger systems.
Sometimes less is more. The SLM 2 is designed for workspaces where every square centimetre matters, be it a laboratory, practice, or workshop.
The compact base fits on any standard desk without encroaching on neighbouring workspaces. The 300 mm focusing drive is perfectly adequate for most applications. Additionally, the LEDone lighting ensures immediate readiness without warm-up time.
The SLM 2 is aimed at users who require a high-quality stereo microscope but lack the space for a large system. Dental practices, small laboratories, workshops for precision mechanics or electronics—all places where detailed work occurs in limited space.
It is also ideal for mobile applications. The lightweight and compact dimensions make transportation effortless.
The ultra-compact stereo microscope for every workspace
Not every desk has room for a full-sized laboratory microscope. The SLM 2 demonstrates that compactness and optical quality are not mutually exclusive. With a footprint of 300 x 400 mm, it delivers the same precision as larger systems.
Sometimes less is more. The SLM 2 is designed for workspaces where every square centimetre matters, be it a laboratory, practice, or workshop.
The compact base fits on any standard desk without encroaching on neighbouring workspaces. The 300 mm focusing drive is perfectly adequate for most applications. Additionally, the LEDone lighting ensures immediate readiness without warm-up time.
The SLM 2 is aimed at users who require a high-quality stereo microscope but lack the space for a large system. Dental practices, small laboratories, workshops for precision mechanics or electronics—all places where detailed work occurs in limited space.
It is also ideal for mobile applications. The lightweight and compact dimensions make transportation effortless.
80 Years with an Eye for Detail
The exceptional precision and attention to detail characterise every project from Kaps Optik, a quality appreciated by clients and partners worldwide.
Over 75 years of accumulated expertise is incorporated into every bespoke solution, whether for local or international projects.
Space for Precision Work
Those who work under a microscope know the problem: instruments get in the way, hands bump into each other, and there's a lack of space for movement. The SLM 1 eliminates these limitations.
420 x 600 mm Work Surface
The generous base plate provides room for everything needed within reach during work. Instruments, materials, documentation – nothing needs to be cleared away to create space.
Free Movement for Both Hands
Micro-surgical exercises or precision mechanical tasks require freedom of movement for both hands. The SLM 1 provides this space, without the user needing to change their position.
500 mm Focusing Drive
The column guide covers a height range of 500 mm. Flat specimens, bulky workpieces, varying object sizes – a quick adjustment via the clamp is sufficient.
Stable Despite Size
The scratch-resistant coated base plate sits securely on the surface. No slipping, no wobbling – even when multiple people are working at the workstation simultaneously.
Space for Precision Work
Those who work under a microscope know the problem: instruments get in the way, hands bump into each other, and there's a lack of space for movement. The SLM 1 eliminates these limitations.
420 x 600 mm Work Surface
The generous base plate provides room for everything needed within reach during work. Instruments, materials, documentation – nothing needs to be cleared away to create space.
Free Movement for Both Hands
Micro-surgical exercises or precision mechanical tasks require freedom of movement for both hands. The SLM 1 provides this space, without the user needing to change their position.
500 mm Focusing Drive
The column guide covers a height range of 500 mm. Flat specimens, bulky workpieces, varying object sizes – a quick adjustment via the clamp is sufficient.
Stable Despite Size
The scratch-resistant coated base plate sits securely on the surface. No slipping, no wobbling – even when multiple people are working at the workstation simultaneously.
Space for Precision Work
Those who work under a microscope know the problem: instruments get in the way, hands bump into each other, and there's a lack of space for movement. The SLM 1 eliminates these limitations.
420 x 600 mm Work Surface
The generous base plate provides room for everything needed within reach during work. Instruments, materials, documentation – nothing needs to be cleared away to create space.
Free Movement for Both Hands
Micro-surgical exercises or precision mechanical tasks require freedom of movement for both hands. The SLM 1 provides this space, without the user needing to change their position.
500 mm Focusing Drive
The column guide covers a height range of 500 mm. Flat specimens, bulky workpieces, varying object sizes – a quick adjustment via the clamp is sufficient.
Stable Despite Size
The scratch-resistant coated base plate sits securely on the surface. No slipping, no wobbling – even when multiple people are working at the workstation simultaneously.
Designed for Training and Education
Training and educational centres require equipment that withstands daily use by varying users. The SLM 1 has been engineered precisely for this purpose.
Durable Construction
Rust-free stand column, scratch-resistant coating, sturdy clamps. The SLM 1 is forgiving of less experienced handling without compromising precision.
Quick Readiness
Quick transitions between training sessions are necessary. The SLM 1 is operational in seconds, and the LEDone lighting immediately provides daylight quality. No warm-up time or calibration required.
Optional Co-observer Tube
Instructors can view the working area at the same magnification through the monocular co-observer tube. Direct guidance and immediate correction without interrupting the learner’s workflow.
Consistent Results
In training environments, different users work on the same device. The SLM 1 delivers consistent optical quality, no matter who is at the eyepiece.
Portable When Needed
Despite the generous work surface, the SLM 1 can be carried by one person. Room changes within the training centre are easily manageable.
Designed for Training and Education
Training and educational centres require equipment that withstands daily use by varying users. The SLM 1 has been engineered precisely for this purpose.
Durable Construction
Rust-free stand column, scratch-resistant coating, sturdy clamps. The SLM 1 is forgiving of less experienced handling without compromising precision.
Quick Readiness
Quick transitions between training sessions are necessary. The SLM 1 is operational in seconds, and the LEDone lighting immediately provides daylight quality. No warm-up time or calibration required.
Optional Co-observer Tube
Instructors can view the working area at the same magnification through the monocular co-observer tube. Direct guidance and immediate correction without interrupting the learner’s workflow.
Consistent Results
In training environments, different users work on the same device. The SLM 1 delivers consistent optical quality, no matter who is at the eyepiece.
Portable When Needed
Despite the generous work surface, the SLM 1 can be carried by one person. Room changes within the training centre are easily manageable.
Designed for Training and Education
Training and educational centres require equipment that withstands daily use by varying users. The SLM 1 has been engineered precisely for this purpose.
Durable Construction
Rust-free stand column, scratch-resistant coating, sturdy clamps. The SLM 1 is forgiving of less experienced handling without compromising precision.
Quick Readiness
Quick transitions between training sessions are necessary. The SLM 1 is operational in seconds, and the LEDone lighting immediately provides daylight quality. No warm-up time or calibration required.
Optional Co-observer Tube
Instructors can view the working area at the same magnification through the monocular co-observer tube. Direct guidance and immediate correction without interrupting the learner’s workflow.
Consistent Results
In training environments, different users work on the same device. The SLM 1 delivers consistent optical quality, no matter who is at the eyepiece.
Portable When Needed
Despite the generous work surface, the SLM 1 can be carried by one person. Room changes within the training centre are easily manageable.
Ultra-compact Design
300 x 400 mm footprint – the SLM 2 literally fits anywhere. Desk, laboratory bench, workbench – no space is too tight for this system.
Ready to Use
Set it up, switch it on, get to work. The SLM 2 requires no installation, no adjustment. The optics are perfectly set from the factory.
Easy to Transport
With its compact dimensions and light weight, the SLM 2 can be easily carried from room to room. Ideal for work environments where flexibility is essential.
LEDone Lighting
Daylight quality at the push of a button. Constant colour temperature, no warm-up time, no lamp changes. The LED technology makes the SLM 2 low-maintenance and reliable.
Complete Kaps Optics
Compact does not mean compromising. The SLM 2 delivers true-to-colour, three-dimensional images with high depth of field – the same optical quality as the larger models.
Technical Details
At a Glance
Compact, flexible stereo tabletop microscope for medical and technical applications
Available in two sizes: SLM 1 (420 × 600 mm) and SLM 2 (300 × 400 mm)
Stable base plate and column guide for precise observations
High-quality LEDone light source with daylight quality
Ergonomic inclined tube (60°) in standard design
Various magnification options: 3-step (standard) or 5-step (optional)
Easy handling and robust construction for long-term use
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