AmScope Lens Containers and LED Mounting Ring

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These are the STL files for generating lens holders for AmScope microscope lenses. The source files can be found on GitHub at https://github.com/yoppeh/amscope-lens-containers. I created these files after trying to use an adapter for the 0.5x Barlow lens, which wouldn't stay screwed in to the lens. To solve this problem, I took some measurements and 3D printed my own lens holder. While doing so, I designed containers for the lenses: a 0.5x and a 2.0x Barlow that are not used simultaneously, as well as 10x and 30x eyepieces that are also not used together at the same time. Since AmScope didn't provide any storage for these lenses, I made some measurements and designed containers to fit them. I had to tweak the sizes of these containers away from my initial measurements because that's what was necessary and you may have to do the same. The lenses should be given enough space so they slide in and out of their containers with ease - just air resistance. However, there shouldn't be too much play for the lenses to bang around. The LED ring adapter is the most challenging one since it has 3D-printed threads. You can screw the lens onto this adapter without hearing any squeaking from a tight fit, but avoid making it so loose that it falls out of the lens. For all these parts, expect to make initial prints and then have to adjust their dimensions in small steps until things fit properly! The STL files included here are the final versions that worked for me, but they may not be right for you. I hope they help you! Over time, the threaded adapter will likely lose its threading due to degradation from use. However, it's easy and cheap to print another one if needed, although getting the right fit can take some time.