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product_id: 357146150
title: "Carson MicroFlip 100x-250x LED Lighted Pocket Microscope with Flip Down Slide Base, Smartphone Adapter Clip, and UV Flashlight (Set of 4)"
brand: "carson"
price: "A$29"
currency: AUD
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# Built-in LED & UV flashlight Smartphone digiscoping clip included 100x-250x magnification range Carson MicroFlip 100x-250x LED Lighted Pocket Microscope with Flip Down Slide Base, Smartphone Adapter Clip, and UV Flashlight (Set of 4)

**Brand:** carson
**Price:** A$29
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔍 Unlock hidden worlds—carry curiosity in your pocket!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Carson MicroFlip 100x-250x LED Lighted Pocket Microscope with Flip Down Slide Base, Smartphone Adapter Clip, and UV Flashlight (Set of 4) by carson
- **How much does it cost?** A$29 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- carson enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted carson brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Flip-Down Slide Base:** Innovative design for easy specimen viewing and hands-free stability during exploration.
- • **Snap & Share Instantly:** Smartphone adapter lets you capture and share stunning close-ups on social media effortlessly.
- • **All-in-One Educational Set:** Includes starter slide, wrist strap, and 4 microscopes—perfect for collaborative learning or professional use.
- • **Powerful Zoom, Pocket-Sized:** Explore microscopic worlds anywhere with 100x-250x magnification—your portable lab in hand.
- • **Dual Illumination for Clarity:** LED lighting plus UV flashlight reveal hidden details, from nectar to counterfeit detection.

## Overview

The Carson MicroFlip is a compact, LED and UV lighted pocket microscope offering 100x-250x magnification. It features a unique flip-down slide base and includes a smartphone digiscoping clip for capturing and sharing images. Powered by a single AA battery, this set of 4 microscopes is ideal for students, hobbyists, and professionals seeking portable, versatile microscopic exploration.

## Description

The MicroFlip from Carson is an extremely powerful LED lighted pocket microscope that contains a unique flip-down slide Base. The magnification ranges from 100x-250x power. The MicroFlip also contains a built-in UV flashlight that is perfect for detecting counterfeit currency, nectar mapping and so much more. The MicroFlip comes included with a smartphone digiscoping clip, 1 starter slide with cover slip and a wrist strap for convenient portability. Use the smartphone digiscoping clip to take pictures and record video of your subject matter using the built-in camera application on your smartphone. Then share your images and videos on social media or email/text them to family, co-workers and friends. The smartphone digiscoping clip will work with most smartphone models in the marketplace including iPhone, Samsung, HTC, LG and more. Thicker cases like Otterbox style cases may need to be removed before attaching the digiscoping clip. The MicroFlip is powered by 1 AA battery (not included). It is a great educational field microscope for multiple hobbies, tasks, learning and exploration. It is a great cost effective tool for kids, students and even professional usage.

## Features

- Magnification: 100x-250x Power | Field Microscope is LED Lighted and Contains a Built-In UV Flashlight | Powered by 1 AA Battery (Not Included)
- Great Educational Field Microscope For Multiple Hobbies, Tasks, Learning and Exploration | Ideal Microscope for Kids, Students and Professional Usage
- Included Accessories: Smartphone Digiscoping Adapter Clip, 1 Starter Slide with Cover Slip and Wrist Strap | Product Dimensions (L x W x H): 2.4'' x 1.25'' x 4.3''
- CarsonCam Phone App – Pocket microscopes typically display a flipped image of the object being observed under the microscope. Utilizing the CarsonCam App will convert your pocket microscope into a digital microscope with a correctly oriented image

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Carson |
| Manufacturer | Carson Optical, Inc |
| Model | MP-250MU |
| Model Name | Carson MicroFlip 100x-250x LED and UV Lighted Pocket Microscope with Flip Down Slide Base and Smartphone Digiscoping Clip - Set of 4 (MP-250MU) |
| Product Dimensions | 6.6 x 3.56 x 13.46 cm; 82 g |
| Item model number | MP-250MU |
| Light Source Type | LED |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
| Mounting Hardware | 1 starter slide with cover slip, Wrist Strap, pocket microscope, smartphone digiscoping clip |
| Number of items | 4 |
| Maximum magnification | 250 x |
| Minimum magnification | 100 x |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |
| Power Source | Aa Battery |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries Required | Yes |
| Material | Acrylic Blend |
| Does it contain liquid? | No |
| Includes Rechargeable Battery | No |
| Manufacturer | Carson Optical, Inc |
| Item Weight | 82 g |

## Product Details

- **Light Source Type:** LED
- **Model Name:** Carson MicroFlip 100x-250x LED and UV Lighted Pocket Microscope with Flip Down Slide Base and Smartphone Digiscoping Clip - Set of 4 (MP-250MU)
- **Material:** Acrylic Blend
- **Colour:** Gray
- **Product Dimensions:** 6.1L x 3.2W x 10.9H Centimeters

## Images

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![Carson MicroFlip 100x-250x LED Lighted Pocket Microscope with Flip Down Slide Base, Smartphone Adapter Clip, and UV Flashlight (Set of 4) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71EsCTbEePL.jpg)
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![Carson MicroFlip 100x-250x LED Lighted Pocket Microscope with Flip Down Slide Base, Smartphone Adapter Clip, and UV Flashlight (Set of 4) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Mvj6yZBwL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style Name** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Do I need slides to use this portable microscope?**
A: No, the MicroFlip is incredibly versatile. It easily transforms into a slide-based or field microscope for direct observation with a quick flip, providing flexibility in your exploration. The slide base stays flush until you're ready to use it.

**Q: What observations are possible with this microscope?**
A: The MicroFlip microscope allows observation of animal and plant cells, bacteria, viruses, and geological samples, aiding in biology and geology research.

**Q: Do I have to use a phone, or can I look through the microscope?**
A: You can observe specimens through the microscope or use the smartphone adapter clip to capture images and videos with your phone. Use the CarsonCam App to convert your pocket microscope into a digital microscope with a correctly oriented image.

**Q: Is the Carson MicroFlip recommended for beginners or professionals?**
A: The MicroFlip is suitable for beginners and professionals alike. Whether you're a student or an experienced scientist, its adaptability suits your needs. Ideal for research, education, and career advancement.

**Q: How do I get the best image when focusing with this portable microscope?**
A: Always practice focusing on a flat object at the lowest power setting. Slowly turn the knob until you get close to seeing a focused image. Then turn the knob extremely slowly to get the perfect focus. Then up the power setting and slightly refocus.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Carson MicroFlip 100x-250x LED and UV Lighted Pocket Microscope with Flip Down Slide Base and Adapter with CarsonCam Phone App - Set of 4 (MP-250MU)
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- 48 Prepared Microscope Slides Set of Animals Insects Plants Flowers, Biological Learning Resource Specimens for Kids Beginner Classroom Basic Science Education

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*Last updated: 2026-02-18*