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openUC2 CoreBox
Discover Geometrical Optics Hands-On
Unlock the fascinating world of geometrical optics with the openUC2 CoreBox, a comprehensive modular kit that enables you to explore, experiment, and understand the fundamental principles of lenses, mirrors, and optical systems. Whether you're a beginner or an enthusiast, this kit is designed to make optics accessible and engaging.
Included Components
Cube Modules
- 2x 45° Mirror (fixed, front surface)
- 2x 50mm Lens
- 1x 100mm Lens
- 1x -50mm Lens
- 1x Eyepiece
- 1x Universal Smartphone Carrier
- 1x Sample Mount
- 1x Z-stage (25mm travel)
Additional Accessories
- 10x Puzzle Base-Plates
- 2x Sample in 1x Sample-Box
- Sample Preparation Kit
- 1x Objective Lens (4x, NA = 0.1, finite)
- 1x Torch
- Lens Cloth
- QR Code for documentation and tutorials
Note: Batteries (AAA) not included.
What You'll Learn
Begin with the basics: learn how to find the focal length of a simple lens and understand the foundational concepts of optics. Progress through increasingly complex setups to build and analyze optical systems:
- Telescopes: Understand magnification and field of view.
- Microscopes: Create your first microscope and explore finite vs. infinite-corrected setups.
- Digital Integration: Use your smartphone to capture and analyze data.
This kit is the foundation for all other openUC2 modules, giving you ample components to experiment, tinker, and build your own optical systems.
Get Started with Optics Today
Take your first steps into the world of light and lenses with the openUC2 CoreBox. It's not just a kit—it's a gateway to innovation and discovery.
Why Choose the openUC2 CoreBox?
- Fully modular and easy-to-use components
- Open-source design with detailed online documentation
- Perfect for workshops, classrooms, and personal projects
- Expandable with additional kits to explore advanced topics like fluorescence and interferometry