Vision Engineering MANTIS Compact TS Booklet [EN]

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Ergonomic stereo microscopes

Superior imaging for a wide range of inspection
and re-working tasks

9 Patented optical technology for fatigue-free viewing

and superb image quality

9 Wide range of magnication options up to x20

9 Long working distances, large depth of eld

9 Shadow-free true colour LED illumination

Mantis - ergonomic stereo microscopes

Mantis are unique ergonomic high performance stereo microscopes, offering 3D optical imaging with

magnification options up to 20x.

Large fields of view and long working distances allow for a wide range of inspection, manipulation

and re-working tasks, all with exceptional hand-eye coordination.

Patented optical technology allows operators freedom of head movement for superb ergonomics
and hand-eye co-ordination, with the ability to wear glasses if required. All Mantis systems aid with
productivity and quality improvements.

Key Features

9 2x to 20x magnification options

9 Superior ergonomics for improved productivity

9 Quick change turret for exible magnication

9 Optimised for long working distance & large eld of view

9 Bright true colour, LED illumination

9 Optional factory-integrated HD digital camera

9 Inspect and document with ease (Mantis Elite-Cam HD only)

9 Choice of stands and accessories to suit

Mantis Elite

Mantis Elite has enhanced optical performance, comparing to Mantis Compact,

including higher magnification, a large field of view and long working distances.

Mantis Elite is a perfect alternative to traditional stereo microscopes for a wide range

of inspection, preparation and manipulation tasks requiring hand-eye co-ordination.

9 2x - 20x magnification options with quick change turret allows users to switch

between low and high magnification

9 Superb hand-eye co-ordination for inspection and re-working tasks

9 Bright true colour LED illumination provides up to 10,000 hours of shadow-free

viewing

Mantis Elite-Cam HD

Mantis Elite-Cam HD is a variant of the successful Mantis Elite stereo microscope,

with an internally integrated USB digital camera, bringing image capture capabilities

to the outstanding optical performance of Mantis.

Find out more:

www.visioneng.com/mantis-elite

By adding an HD camera to Mantis Elite, Vision Engineering has created a

supremely capable inspection solution, providing flexibility and simplicity for any

precision magnification task.

9 Quickly and simply add annotations / mark-up to captured images using the

ViCapture software supplied

9 Video recording (.avi), ideal for training purposes

9 Optimise camera settings for individual applications, including white balance,

gain, contrast, colour channel gain

Mantis Compact

Mantis Compact a high value stereo microscope which excels in the low magnification

range for inspection or manipulation tasks where bench magnifiers have traditionally

been used.

Patented optical technology allows operators freedom of head movement for superb

ergonomics and hand-eye co-ordination, with the ability to wear glasses if required.

All Mantis systems aid with productivity and quality improvements.

Find out more:

www.visioneng.com/mantis-elite-cam

9 2x, 4x, 6x and 8x quick change objectives

9 Patented eyepiece-less optics maximise head freedom providing unrivalled

ergonomic performance

9 Small footprint

Find out more:

www.visioneng.com/mantis-compact

Technical details

Optical data

Mantis Compact

Objective lens Working distance Field of view

2x 167mm 45.0mm

4x 96mm 27.5mm

6x 73mm 19.2mm

8x 58.5mm 14.3mm

Mantis Elite / Elite-Cam HD

Objective lens Working distance Field of view

2x 160mm 57.0mm

4x 96mm 34.0mm

6x 68mm 23.0mm

6x SLWD* 112mm 20.0mm

8x 59mm 17.0mm

10x 54mm 13.5mm

15x 54mm 8.8mm

20x 29mm 6.5mm

*cannot be used together with 2x or 20x lens

Options

Stand options

Universal Stand

D

Bench Stand

A

E

D

Articulated Arm

E

A

C

Mantis Compact Mantis Elite

Dimensions:
A = 565mm - 775mm
B = 335mm - 545mm
C = 395mm - 605mm
D = 110mm - 320mm

Unpacked weight:

Head 2.1kg Stand 3.3kg

Packed weight:

Head 4.1kg Stand 4.6kg

Power:

B

9V DC external plug transformer, available in all worldwide

plug configurations.

Dimensions:
A = 593mm - 802mm
B = 352mm - 622mm
C = 415mm - 624mm
D = 103mm - 312mm

Unpacked weight:

Head 3.0kg Stand 3.3kg

Packed weight:

Head 5.0kg Stand 4.6kg

Mantis Compact Mantis Elite

Dimensions:
A = 475mm - 608mm
B = 300mm
C = 380mm
D = 330mm
E = 256mm max.,

less working distance

Unpacked weight:

Head 2.1kg Stand 5.0kg

Packed weight:

B

Head 4.1kg Stand 8.4kg

C

Power:

100-240VAC 50-60HZ 1.0A max., available in all worldwide

plug configurations.

A

C

D

Mantis Compact Mantis Elite

Dimensions:
A = 880mm
B = 430mm
C = 510mm

B

D = 650mm
E = 290mm

Unpacked weight:

Head 2.1kg Stand 11kg

Packed weight:

Head 4.1kg Stand 13.5kg

Power:

9V DC external plug transformer, available in all worldwide

plug configurations.

Dimensions:
A = 487mm - 620mm
B = 300mm
C = 380mm
D = 330mm
E = 255mm max.,

less working distance

Unpacked weight:

Head 3.0kg Stand 5.0kg

Packed weight:

Head 5.0kg Stand 8.4kg

Dimensions:
A = 880mm
B = 430mm
C = 510mm
D = 650mm
E = 290mm

Unpacked weight:

Head 3.0kg Stand 11kg

Packed weight:

Head 5.0kg Stand 13.5kg

Floating Stage

Provides smooth and sensitive control allowing for samples to
be accurately inspected. For use with bench stand only.

Episcopic Illuminator

Through-the-lens illumination for the inspection of bore holes

and complex internal/external features. Iris control for precise

light positioning.

UV Lighting

Switchable UV-white light illumination for UV inspection
applications and fast and accurate fault detection.

Secondary Link Arm

A secondary link increases total reach of articulated arm to

847.5mm and provides added flexibility and manoeuvrability.

Floor Stand

Ideal for inspection where subjects are immobile or require a
standing position. For use in conjunction with articulated arm.

Lift, swing, tilt and rotate capability.

Accessories

Lens protection caps
Dust cover
Replacement LED array

*Ask your sales manager for details about alternative stand options

Illumination

Mantis Compact

Mantis Elite

Lighting Data

Light intensity measured at subject plane with colour correction filters.

20 LEDs 9,400 LUX Up to 10,000 hours

Substage illumination (bench stand only)

58 LEDs 2,700 LUX Up to 10,000 hours

Lighting Data

Light intensity measured at subject plane with colour correction filters.

24 LEDs 11,000 LUX Up to 10,000 hours

Substage illumination (bench stand only)

58 LEDs 2,700 LUX Up to 10,000 hours

Camera

Mantis Elite-Cam HD

Camera Data

Sensor type CMOS

Resolution (H x W) 1600 x 1200 pixels

Sensor size 1/3”

Pixel size 2.8µm

Colour depth 8-bit

Refresh rate (fps) 17 fps max.

Interface USB2.0

File formats BMP, JPEG, PNG

Power supply USB powered

Supplied software ViCapture

Typical applications*

Electronics

Mantis stereo microscopes are ideally suited for electronics PCB inspection and rework.

The patented optical viewing head provides an unrivalled 3D view with ergonomic advantages of

simple hand-eye co-ordination and fatigue-free soldering / inspection work.

Medical devices

From stents to catheters, medical device components require 100% inspection to ensure every

product sent out meets the exacting product specifications. Mantis is excellent for critical manual

inspection because of its excellent image contrast.

Plastics and rubber

Rubber seals, packaging, caps and closures are designed and precision manufactured to make them

work effectively. Inspection for quality is essential. Rework, such as the removal of flash from the

injection mould process may also be required, meaning Mantis’ long working distance is essential.

Precision engineering

Precision engineered components are often critical components and utilised in industries such

as aerospace and automotive. Mantis’ clear view and superior ergonomics are ideal for critical

inspection for defects as they aid visual accuracy and minimise errors caused by user fatigue.

Dental

Dental prosthetics are medical devices that need to be tailored for each individual.

The manufacturing process often requires magnification from inspecting the initial moulds, to colour

matching the final product.

Hair restoration

Mantis is a popular solution for use with hair restoration. The detailed and time limited work of

splitting hair follicles requires the operator to be able to maintain high levels of concentration and

visual accuracy.

*There are many other applications where Mantis is used, including agriculture, education, restoration of antiques, engraving,
forensics, and much more...

Improving microscopy ergonomics...

Around 62%

of microscope operators

declared suffering from

MUSCULOSKETLETAL PROBLEMS

2

62

%

Around 85%

of microscope users

have experienced

MICROSCOPE RELATED PAIN

1

85

%

Microscopy can make tough demands on an
operator’s eyesight and skeletal system.

When operators are uncomfortable or strained,
accuracy and performance is compromised.

Around 55%

of microscope users

have experienced

FREQUENT HEADACHES

1

55

%

Around 78%

of microscope operators have suffered from

NECK STRAINS

3

Slight inclines of the head, such as 30 degrees

from vertical, can produce significant muscle

contractions, fatigue, and pain.

Around 94%

REPORTED VISUAL PROBLEMS

2

94

%

of microscope users

or a combination, of eye discomfort

including headache and dry eye. With many

subjects complaining of eye fatigue during

microscope use.

Common locations were neck and

back. Other problematic areas

included shoulder, wrist and hand.

1

Thompson SK, Mason E, Dukes S. Ergonomics and cytotechnologists: reported musculoskeletal discomfort. Diagn Cytopathol. 2003;29:364–367.

2

Garima Jain and Pushparaja Shetty Occupational concerns associated with regular use of microscope: International Journal of occupational

Medicine and Environmental Health 2014;27(4):591–598

3

Fritzsche et al.; licensee BioMed Central Ltd. 2012

78

%

Unrivalled Mantis advantage...

Businesses choose Vision Engineering’s ergonomic stereo microscopes because operators are more comfortable

during inspection, so more efficient, more accurate and more productive.

Give your stereo microscope a health check!

Ergonomic working position

An ergonomic body position makes the Mantis more comfortable, less fatiguing and, more importantly, much easier to use. Additionally, optimal operator ergonomics minimises

the risk of repetitive strain-related injuries. A happy worker is a productive worker.

Freedom of head movement

An additional benefit of Vision Engineering’s patented eyepiece-less design is that users do not need to align their eyes with eyepieces. This freedom of movement reduces
associated neck and back strain associated with the fixed body position of conventional microscope eyepieces.

A natural view of the subject

With conventional microscope eyepieces, operators must position their eyes very close to the eyepieces, blocking out ambient light. The intense light exiting the eyepieces
causes the pupils to contract. Constant contraction and expansion of the pupils is the main cause of eye fatigue with microscopes.

With the patented eyepieces of Mantis, users sit back from the viewer, allowing ambient light into the eyes. Additionally, the light exiting the ‘viewing lens’ is spread over
a larger area, proving a more natural view of the subject.

Easy hand-eye co-ordination

Easy hand-eye co-ordination is possible with the Mantis – critical for re-work, repair, dissection and other manipulation tasks. Sitting back from the viewer provides users
with much better peripheral vision, so they can co-ordinate hands in a natural manner.

Ability to wear glasses

With Mantis, operators do not need to remove their glasses (or safety glasses) to use the microscope.

Read about our patented technology:

www.visioneng.com/ergonomics

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