Description
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking a digital microscope, specifically the Keyence Corporation of America VHX-X1 Series and Accessories or equal. The microscope will be used for geochronology and economic geology research. The required instrument must meet certain salient characteristics, including a 12-megapixel CMOS image sensor, motorized stage, and advanced lighting and digital correction features. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price award, and the delivery period is 180 days after receipt of order.
* The required digital microscope must have a minimum 12-megapixel CMOS image sensor and 4K resolution
* The microscope must have a motorized stage with at least 300 mm travel in both the X and Y directions
* The microscope must have advanced lighting and digital correction features, including coaxial, ring, transmitted, and polarized illumination
* The microscope must have integrated 2D and 3D measurement capabilities and XY image stitching with 1-micron stage positioning accuracy
* The microscope must be compatible with existing Keyence VH-ZST zoom lens and Nightsea light sources and filters