How to Make a Microscope Case
Keeping your microscope stored in a case is important in preserving its functionality, as well as making it portable for travel. Microscopes can be very costly, and cases are not cheap either. If you're short on cash, but have a bit of time, try making a microscope case yourself.
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Instructions
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Measure the dimensions of your microscope. Position your microscope upright, so that it sits on a flat, level table. Measure the highest point (usually the eye piece), then measure your microscope at its widest points (usually on the base).
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Find a carrying case with dimensions that exceed your microscope's height and width, so it will easily fit inside. John Lind, of Great Scopes, recommends a plastic tool box that is at least 20 inches long. Since your microscope will be laying down horizontally, consider the box's height measurement to be the microscope's width measurement, and vise-versa.
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Obtain a large, square piece of foam, that is about an inch or two thick, and that well exceeds your box's height, width and length dimensions. Measure all six parts of your case (top, bottom and four sides), then cut six pieces of foam to match those six measurements.
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Glue one side of a piece of foam with a hot glue gun (if it is egg carton-style foam, glue the flat side). Press the glued side firmly against its corresponding side on the inner part of the box. Repeat this procedure until all six foam pieces have been glued to the inside of the case.
Place your microscope, so that it lays horizontally, in the box, and close the lid to ensure that it fits properly.
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Alternatively, you can cut one piece of foam to fit inside of the lid, and one other large piece to fit inside the bottom and the four sides. Then glue the pieces in as noted in Step 4.
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Tips & Warnings
The thicker the foam, the more secure your microscope will be. However, if your foam is too thick, there might not be enough room for your microscope. Keep this in mind when doing your measurements.
