SOM® 82

Precision with maximum flexibility

Highly flexible

Versatile configuration options

Modular

The Ultimate All-Round Talent among Incident Light Stereo Microscopes

The Kaps SOM 82 is a highly flexible incident light stereo microscope designed for a wide range of applications in medicine and technology. It combines precise optics, ergonomic design and modular adaptability for optimal performance in various application scenarios.

Over 75 years With an eye for detail

The extraordinary precision and attention to detail characterize every Kaps Optik project – a quality that customers and partners around the world appreciate.

The know-how that has grown over 75 years flows into every tailor-made solution, regardless of whether it is a local or international project.

Flexible mounting and mobility

Direct clamping to stable tables or anchoring with a special bracket. Ideal for mobile use and quick repositioning. Optionally available with a tripod or for wall/ceiling mounting.

Ergonomic design with large working area

Continuously adjustable swivel and floating arm that enables precise positioning and an ergonomically correct posture. Large working area for flexible applications.

Customizable optical systems

Magnification changer options: 3-step (standard), 5-step (optional) or manual 1:6 zoom (optional). Various binocular tubes: Straight tube f = 125 mm or f = 159 mm, inclined tube 45° f = 125 mm or f = 159 mm, wide-angle swivel tube f = 182 mm (0-210°). Eyepieces: 10x V, 12.5x V or 20x V.

Variable working distances

Lenses with focal lengths from 100 mm to 400 mm (in 50 mm increments). Fine focusing: 12 mm with focusing lenses f = 250 mm and f = 300 mm or 40 mm manual option.

Versatility

The Kaps SOM 82 incident light stereo microscope impresses with its exceptional versatility, making it an ideal instrument for training and education centers. Thanks to its modular concept, it can be quickly adapted to different application scenarios, whether for medical examinations, technical inspections or scientific analyses. The variable mounting option allows both fixed installation and mobile use. The possibility of direct table clamping is particularly noteworthy, as it enables quick repositioning in different working areas without the need for complex installations. This flexibility is complemented by the extensive selection of optical components and accessories, which means that the microscope can be individually configured for specific tasks. From a simple observation instrument to a complete documentation and training system, the SOM 82 offers almost unlimited customization options.

Optical precision

The Kaps SOM 82 impresses with its high-quality stereo optics, which deliver razor-sharp, detailed images with excellent depth of field. The various magnification changer options enable optimum adaptation to different observation tasks. The optional manual 1:6 zoom, which allows continuous magnification changes without interrupting observation, is particularly valuable. The high-quality wide-field eyepieces (10x V, 12.5x V or 20x V) offer a large field of view and a comfortable eye relief, which also allows spectacle wearers to work comfortably. The precise fine focusing ensures exact focusing and thus detailed observations. The selectable lighting systems – from the powerful cold light illumination to the modern LED version – guarantee optimum illumination of the examination field with high contrast and natural color rendering. This optical quality is crucial for precise diagnoses, detailed inspections and meaningful documentation in all areas of application.

Technical details

At a glance

Illumination: Cold light 15V/150W, optional LED
Lenses: f = 100-400 mm (50 mm increments)
Fine focusing: 12 mm or 40 mm manually
Magnification: 3-step, 5-step or 1:6 zoom
Eyepieces: 10x V, 12.5x V, 20x V

Lighting

Cold light illumination 15V / 150W, LED illumination integrated (as an option)

Working distance / Lenses

f = 100 mm, f = 150 mm, f = 175 mm, f = 200 mm f = 250 mm, f = 300 mm, f = 350 mm, f = 400 mm

Fine focusing

12 mm with focusing lens f = 250 mm and f = 300 mm, 40 mm manually

Binocular tubes

Straight tube f = 125 mm, inclined tube f = 125 mm 45° as standard, straight tube f = 159 mm, inclined tube f = 159 mm 45° or wide-angle swivel tube f = 182 mm 0 – 210° also available on request

Eyepiece

10x V, 12.5x V or 20x V

Magnification

3-step magnification changer, 5-step magnification changer (for an additional charge), zoom 1:6 manual (for an additional charge)

Technical drawing

Accessories

Lens protection

For subsequent adaptation.

Aluminum case

For space-saving and safe storage when not in use.

Beam splitter

One-sided or two-sided.

Optical solutions

Kaps binocular swivel tube 0-210°

This tube is characterized by a large swivel range with a very small design.

Kaps co-observer tube monocular or binocular

With the co-observer tube, your assistant can attend the treatment live and gain valuable tips and tricks for their own routine.

Video solutions

Kaps photo tube for DSLR camera (Canon, Nikon)

Multi-coated anti-reflective high end for a full-format, low-distortion and field-flattened digital camera image.

Kaps HD photo adapter for SONY NEX-5/-6/-7 and Alpha 5000/6000

HD findings documentation with apochromatic optics for brilliant and true-color images with amazing detail in full format.

TV Tube

For adaptation of c-mount video cameras.

Kaps HD video camera

Compact High Definition video camera for findings documentation.