Microscope Slides

An essential part of your experiment

By definition, microscopic slides are thin flat pieces of glass used to hold objects for examination under a microscope.

As a leading global supplier of specialist scientific equipment, Edu-Lab is home to a range of microscopic slides that are available to buy online. We house assorted slide sets for all purposes, to specific sets tailored to viewing subjects like digestion and plants.

The origin of microscope slides was pieces of ivory or bone that would slide into the gap between the stage and the objective. We’ve come a long way since then!

When it comes to microscopic slides, it’s essential they are made from the best material, well preserved and fixed so the finest of structures of the organism is held in the most natural way as possible. At Edu-Lab, only the highest quality materials are used in our products, as we want to ensure the equipment and supplies you purchase is second to none.

The glue that holds the investigation together

Slides are one of the main features when using a microscope. Feedback from leading biologists has confirmed that glass is the preferred transparent material as it allows light to freely pass through it.

Standard microscope slides measure around 75mm by 25mm and is about 1mm thick. With a range of sizes and mounted only on premium quality glass, our range of slide sets are perfect for students, allowing maximum resolution of the cells and tissues in a variety of subjects to be studied.

So what are you waiting for? Buy online at EduLab today!