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# Light oil

Light oil is used to lubricate the microscope lead screw increasing life significantly. The microscope has been tested with 3-in-1 multi-purpose Oil with a ISO viscosity grade of 22. High quality oils of the same viscosity should perform similarly.

## Specifications

Attribute | Value
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Viscosity | ISO 22

## Suppliers

Supplier | Part Number
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McMaster Carr | 1271K1
RS Components | 252-0168