Aven Tools 26800B-570-517 Heavy Duty Post Stand with Safety Clamp, 25mm, Focus Mount and LED Ring Light
Aven Tools 26800B-570-517 Heavy Duty Post Stand with Safety Clamp, 25mm, Focus Mount and LED Ring Light
The Aven Tools 26800B-570-517 is a heavy-duty microscope post stand with a safety clamp, focus mount and included LED ring light with integrated focus mount. Its 16-inch post and broad aluminum powder-coated base provide a dedicated bench setup for applications where horizontal extension is limited. Position a compatible microscope over the part, use coarse and fine focus adjustments to bring details into view, and adjust the rack-and-pinion mechanism's tension to suit your setup.
Best Uses / Applications
- Bench-top inspection stations where extended horizontal reach is not required.
- Electronics assembly and component inspection using a compatible microscope body.
- Quality-control work with parts supported on a broad stand base.
- Replacement or custom stand setups for compatible Aven SSZ, SPZ, DSZ and NSW series microscopes.
Key Features
- All-metal construction with an aluminum powder-coated base.
- Large 279 × 330 × 12.7 mm base accommodates a variety of parts.
- 406 mm vertical post, described by Aven as a 16-inch, 25 mm post.
- Safety clamp and UNC mounting bolt included.
- 74 mm focus-mount ring for compatible microscope bodies.
- Precision rack-and-pinion focusing with tension control and coarse/fine focus knobs.
- Included reducer ring for mounting on a 25 mm post, plus a tension-control adjustment pin.
- LED ring light with integrated focus mount included, as stated in Aven's product description.
Stand Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand / part number | Aven Tools / 26800B-570-517 |
| Product type | Heavy-duty microscope post stand with safety clamp and focus mount |
| Base size | 279 × 330 × 12.7 mm |
| Base weight | 3.6 kg (8 lb); base only, not complete-system shipping weight |
| Vertical post length | 406 mm (approximately 16 in) |
| Vertical post diameter | 25.5 mm in Aven's specification table; described as 25 mm in the product title and description |
| Mounts accepted | SCW-PA |
| Accepted microscope bodies | SSZ, SPZ, DSZ and NSW series |
| Construction | All metal; aluminum powder-coated base |
| Stand package contents | Base, post, safety clamp, bolt for mounting post to base and hex key |
Focus Mount Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Focus mount ring diameter | 74 mm |
| Mounting / end-hole diameter | 26.9 mm |
| Reducer ring | Included for a 25 mm post |
| Focus mechanism | Rack and pinion with tension control; coarse and fine focus adjustments |
| Vertical focusing travel | 50 mm |
| Accepted microscope bodies | SSZ, SPZ, DSZ and NSW series |
| Focus mount package contents | Focus mount and adjustment pin for tension control |
| Illumination | Included LED ring light with integrated focus mount; electrical and light-output specifications are not supplied in the provided product information |
Choosing a Microscope Stand
| Stand option | Best selection consideration |
|---|---|
| This heavy-duty post stand | Dedicated bench-top support and vertical focusing where horizontal extension is limited. |
| Double arm boom stand | Consider when the microscope must reach across a larger work area. |
| Table-clamp boom stand | Consider when preserving bench space occupied by a stand base is a priority. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a microscope body included?
This listing is for the stand, safety clamp, focus mount and stated lighting configuration, not a complete microscope system. The listed package contents do not include a microscope body.
Which microscope series are supported?
Aven lists SSZ, SPZ, DSZ and NSW series bodies as accepted. The focus mount has a 74 mm ring diameter. Confirm your exact body and mounting requirements before selecting the stand.
What is the post diameter?
Aven's title and description identify a 25 mm post, while the stand specification table lists 25.5 mm. The focus-mount description also specifies an included reducer ring for a 25 mm post. Confirm the required fit if matching this assembly to other components.
Does the focus mount have fine adjustment?
Yes. Aven lists coarse and fine focus adjustments, a precision rack-and-pinion mechanism with tension control, and 50 mm vertical focusing travel.
Does this stand include lighting?
Yes. Aven's product description states that an LED ring light with integrated focus mount is included. The provided information does not specify LED count, brightness or power requirements.
What is included with the stand?
The stand specification table lists a base, post, safety clamp, post-to-base mounting bolt and hex key. The focus mount includes a tension-control adjustment pin; its description also identifies a reducer ring.
Is the 8 lb figure the full assembly weight?
No. Aven labels 3.6 kg (8 lb) as the base weight. It should not be used as the weight of the full stand, focus mount and lighting assembly.
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