Ergonomic. Versatile. Productive.

Mantis Classic stereo microscopes are an award-winning range of ergonomic 3D stereo microscopes which offer exceptional operator comfort and superb 3D imaging. With no awkward eyepieces and nothing to hunch over, operators can increase productivity through a stress-free viewing experience, seeing more and doing more than is possible with conventional microscopes.

Latest additions to the Mantis range: PIXO, ERGO and IOTA

Mantis Classic stereo microscope ergonomic dental technicians moulding

Ergonomic

The unmatched ergonomic design of the Mantis stereo microscope allows your eyes and hands to work together naturally to reduce operator fatigue and eye strain. Less discomfort leads to improved efficiency and greater productivity even over longer sessions. Enhanced depth perception and access to peripheral vision mean easier working with tools and subjects. You can even use Mantis without taking your glasses off.

Versatile

There’s a Mantis for any application where you would otherwise use a bench magnifier or traditional stereo microscope.  Designed for accuracy in the industrial workplace, Mantis is ideal for quality inspection of assemblies, repairs and reworks, sample preparation and dissection, and more.  Mantis is the 3D stereo microscope of choice for industries including aerospace, automotive, telecommunications and manufacturing.  If you need to magnify it, you need a Mantis.

Mantis Classic stereo microscope family: Mantis Elite, Mantis Elite Cam -HD, Mantis Compact

2 – 20x

Magnification

Easy

Viewing

HD

Image Capture

Productive

Each of the Mantis eyepiece-less stereo microscopes not only provides superb 3D imaging, but also allows freedom of head movement which means that operators can move their view around the subject, instead of being restricted to a 2D, top-down view.  Use it for inspection, preparation and manipulation tasks, where easy hand-to-eye co-ordination is essential.

Mantis Classic ergonomic stereo microscope on 3 different stand configurations

Configured for you

Mantis works the way you want it to.  Choose between the space-saving universal stand, a high-stability bench stand, an articulated arm stand for extended reach, or the floor stand for inspecting immobile objects.

Image and video capture capability

Mantis Elite-Cam HD features an integrated HD camera, with versatile ViCapture image and video capture software, plus the ability to add annotations to captured images. A range of powerful software packages provide on-screen dimensioning, enhancement and documentation and analysis tools.  (ViFox, ViPlus, DimensionOne)

Dental technician using Mantis Compact ergonomic stereo microscope
Mantis stereo microscope smooth sensitive control bench stand floating stage

Smooth and sensitive control

Used with a bench stand, the floating stage gives smooth yet sensitive control to reduce the handling of delicate samples.

Switchable illumination

Switchable illumination is needed between UV and white light (Mantis Elite and Mantis Elite Cam HD) for fast, accurate fault detection.  Features quadrant illumination and dual dimming control.

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Bore hole inspection

This episcopic illuminator provides through-the-lens illumination for the inspection of boreholes and complex features, aided by precise iris adjustment for accurate lighting control.

Applications

A Mantis stereo microscope is ideal for a wide range of precision engineering applications including electronics and PCBs; aerospace and automotive components; medical and dental; hair restoration; agriculture; education; restoration, repair and engraving; forensics, and much more.

Mantis Classic stereo microscope being used for deburring metal part in workshop

Precision engineering

The clear views and low operator fatigue made possible by Mantis makes it perfect for inspecting components for defects.

Medical

Bright imaging and ease of use makes Mantis a great choice for the inspection of stents, catheters and other medical products.

Mantis Elite stereo microscope being used for electronics PCB repair

Electronics

Improved hand-eye coordination and low operator fatigue makes jobs such as soldering, PCB inspection and reworks easy, even over extended periods.

Laboratories and life sciences

High-concentration applications which require long periods of intense concentration, such as sample preparation, dissection and manipulation can be performed in comfort. Safety glasses can be worn, and Mantis can even be used in a laminar flow cabinet.

Lab researching using Mantis Classic stereo microscope in laminar flow cabinet

Plastics and rubber

Mantis makes the quality control of rubber seals and plastic components – and inspection and rework, such as the removal of flash and other injection molding defects – easier and quicker.

Dental

Mantis is a good choice for precision work such as tailoring dental prosthetics which requires magnification for inspecting the moles, for rework, and color-matching the final product.

Technical

Mantis Compact

Objective Lens Working Distance Field of View
2x 6.57″ (167mm) 1.77″ (45.0mm)
4x 3.78″ (96mm) 1.08″ (27.5mm)
6x 2.88″ (73mm) 0.76″ (19.2mm)
8x 2.30″ (58.5mm) 0.56″ (14.3mm)
Mantis Elite / Mantis Elite-Cam HD
Objective Lens Working Distance Field of View
2x 6.30″ (160mm) 2.24″ (57.0mm)
4x 3.78″ (96mm) 1.34″ (34.0mm)
6x 2.68″ (68mm) 0.91″ (23mm)
6x SLWD* 4.41″ (112mm) 0.79″ (20.0mm)
8x 2.32″ (59mm) 0.67″ (17.0mm)
10x 2.13″ (54mm) 0.53″ (13.5mm)
15x 1.57″ (40mm) 0.35″ (8.8mm)
20x 1.14″ (29mm) 0.26″ (6.5mm)
* cannot be used together with 2x or 20x objective lens
Mantis Compact Mantis Elite Mantis Elite Cam HD
Built in 20 LEDs 9,400 LUX 24 LEDs 11,000 LUX
Substage (bench stand) 58 LEDs 2,700 LUX 58 LEDs 2,700 LUX
UV Version Optional Switchable UV-white illuminator.
Episcope Illuminator Through-the-lens illumination for the inspection of bore holes etc, with iris control for precise light positioning.
Mantis Elite-Cam HD (only)
Sensor type: CMOS
Resolution 1600 x1200 pixels
Sensor size 1/3″
Interface USB 2.0
File formats BMP, JPG, PNG, AVI
Supplied software Pylon 6
Stand Options
Universal Stand Counter-balanced, for flexibility and ease of use.
Bench Stand For high stability, integral focus, substage illumination.
Articulated Arm For extended reach (to 800mm) without compromising stability.
Floor Stand For immobile subjects or where a standing position is required (used with the articulated arm).
Software Options
Plyon 6 Image and video capture (supplied with camera).
DimensionOne Image capture, annotation, on-screen measurement.
DimensionTwo Image capture, annotation, on-screen measurement, camera control.
VifoxEVO Image capture, analysis, enhancement, annotation, on-screen measurement, camera control, reporting.
ViPlus Image capture, annotation, on-screen measurement, camera control, reporting.
  • Standard power 100V-240V, 50/60Hz, available in all worldwide plug configurations.
  • Floating Stage: For smooth and precise control. For use with Bench stand only.
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Frequently asked questions

Below you can find some of the most common questions.

Can I use Mantis Elite to look down a blind hole?2020-07-01T13:17:06+00:00

Yes, Mantis Elite has an optional center point illuminator which shines light down the optical path and can be used to illuminate blind holes so all the details can be clearly seen

How does Mantis work?2020-07-01T13:15:55+00:00

Mantis is a true stereo microscope, without eyepieces. Twin optical paths pass through the patented optics of Mantis, exiting the single viewing lens as separate (stereo) optical paths, just as they would with a conventional stereo microscope. There is no magic, no electronic manipulation, just a high contrast, high resolution microscope image, without the hassle of microscope eyepieces.

How does the image of the subject viewed through Mantis Elite-Cam HD compare to the image displayed on the computer screen?2020-07-01T13:17:26+00:00

As with all microscope systems there is a reduction in Field Of View (FOV) of what the camera sees, compared to what you would see through Mantis Elite-Cam HD. The view through Mantis optical head is a circular area, whereas the camera image is a rectangle.

Is Mantis Elite-Cam HD supplied with software?2020-07-01T13:16:16+00:00

Yes. The Mantis Elite-Cam HD is supplied with the ViCapture software. This allows image and video capture as well as annotation, saving and recall of settings and for overlays to be applied to the image.

What is the difference between Mantis Compact and Mantis Elite?2020-07-14T16:02:41+00:00

There are several differences but the main and most significant are;

  • Field of view. Mantis Elite has a larger field of view than Mantis Compact,
  • Range of magnification. Compact 2x – 8x, Elite 2x – 20x. Mantis Elite has the two lens quick switch turrets
What objective lenses do I require?2020-07-01T13:16:52+00:00

Choice of objective lenses depends on individual application requirements, but also user preferences. When viewing or inspecting objects, it is advantageous to see more of the sample (i.e. larger field of view), with more of the sample in focus (i.e. larger depth of focus). So typically, Mantis users might inspect at 4x, or 6x magnification. For detail work (e.g. electronics rework/soldering etc.), higher magnifications is typically preferred, dependent of application requirements. Users typically inspect at 4x, or 6x magnification, then perform detail work at 8x, or 10x.

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Mantis Elite stereo microscope on universal arm

Mantis Elite

A superior field of view, quick-change lens turret, and up to 20x magnification, makes this an ideal 3D stereo microscope for viewing and manipulation applications.

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Mantis Elite Cam-HD stereo microscope with camera on universal stand

Mantis Elite-Cam HD

Featuring an integrated high-definition camera, complete with video and image capture, annotation, display of custom overlays, and optional on-screen dimensioning software.

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Mantis Compact stereo microscope on bench stand

Mantis Compact

Ideal for viewing and manipulation applications, where operator comfort and a low magnification range (up to 8x) is needed.  A UV version is also available.

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