Tips for observing concave surfaces

The appearance of concave surfaces can vary depending on the shape and depth.

We observed relatively large concave shapes using various methods for comparison.

 

The samples are as follows:

1. USB memory connector section

2. Small engine part, φ5mm, with a screw in the 15mm deep section

3. Mechanical pencil lead holder section, φ5mm, with a depth of 6mm

 

 

Observation using a standard high-definition microscope TG200HD2 (25 ~ 150x)

   
1. USB memory 2mm x 10mm, depth 8mm
(30x) (120x)
Even with a standard microscope, increasing the illumination to its maximum allows for relatively clear observation.
   
2. Small engine part, φ5mm, with a screw in the 15mm deep section
Since the depth is 15mm, the light from a standard ring light has difficulty reaching the bottom, making observation challenging.
(80x)  
   
3. Mechanical pencil lead holder section, φ5mm, with a depth of 6mm
(30x) (120x)
Increasing the magnification causes the image to become slightly darker.
   
Changing the front ring light of the TG200HD2 to a smaller diameter (LED-16) version

 

By using a smaller diameter, the illumination angle becomes shallower, allowing the light to reach more easily.

   
1. USB memory  
USBメモリー
   
2. Small engine part  
小型エンジンの部品
   
3. Mechanical pencil lead holder section  
シャープペンの芯ホルダー部
   
Changing the lens to a borescope (rod lens)
The borescope (rod lens) is available in sizes of φ4.0mm and φ2.7mm. レンズをボアスコープ
   
レンズをボアスコープ