Mantis 3rd GEN 3D Stereo Microscopes

Mantis by Vision Engineering are ergonomic stereo microscopes offering exceptional operator comfort and superb 3D imaging

Image of Vision Engineering Mantis 3rd GEN 3D Stereo Microscopes Experience unmatched performance with the Mantis 3rd GEN stereo microscope by Vision Engineering. Its ergonomic design delivers five powerful advantages: postural comfort, optimal eye relief, improved hand-eye coordination, intuitive operation, and a crystal-clear stereo view. Together, these benefits boost accuracy, comfort, and productivity across a wide range of applications. Manufactured in the USA, the third-generation Mantis is trusted worldwide for high-quality imaging in an easy-to-use system.

IOTA - The Mantis IOTA, featuring unique eyepiece-free technology, delivers a large, high-quality optical stereo image that is more comfortable and easier to view than traditional microscopes. Compact yet powerful, IOTA combines synchronized LED lighting and interchangeable lenses, offering a versatile optical configuration. Designed for precision in both industrial and academic settings, Mantis is ideal for quality inspection, assembly, repair and rework, sample preparation, dissection, and more.

ERGO - The Mantis ERGO, featuring innovative eyepiece-free technology, delivers a large, high-quality optical stereo image that offers greater comfort and ease of viewing compared to traditional microscopes. ERGO includes dynamic 3D lighting, a 3-lens turret for flexible optical configurations, and an optional white/UV lighting mode. It is ideal for inspection, production, assembly, repair tasks, and training applications.

PIXO - The Mantis PIXO is an ergonomic, eyepiece-less stereo microscope with an integrated camera, dynamic 3D lighting, and a 3-lens turret for flexible magnification. With optional white/UV lighting, it is ideal for inspection, assembly, repair, and training. Note: PC and monitor sold separately.

IOTA Features
  • Complete system requires a head, Verso Arm or column/base stand, plus at least one objective lens
  • Magnification range: 3.0x to 8.0x
  • Objective lenses: 3x, 4x, 6x, and 8x (sold separately)
  • Stand options include the Verso Arm with adjustable height for versatile tasks or the compact, free-standing Stabila Table Stand for a more traditional setup (stand sold separately)
  • Working distance: Up to 239 mm, depending on stand and lens configuration
  • Brightness: Up to 26,000 lux
  • Color temperature: 5,500 K at max brightness
  • Control: 25-step brightness adjustment
ERGO Features
  • Complete system requires a head, Verso Arm, or column/base stand, plus at least one objective lens
  • Magnification range: 3.0x to 15x
  • Objective lenses: 3x, 4x, 6x, 8x, 10x, 15x, 6x SLWD, and 8x SLWD (sold separately)
  • Working distance: 40 mm (15x lens) to 114 mm (6x SLWD lens)
  • Stand options include the Verso Arm with adjustable height for versatile tasks or the compact, free-standing Stabila Table Stand for a more traditional setup (stand sold separately)
  • Field of view (FOV): 9.1 mm (15x lens) to 44.1 mm (3x lens)
  • Pupil diameter: 12.3 mm (15x lens) to 23.5 mm (3x lens)
  • Dynamic 3D LED lighting: 25-step brightness control
  • Maximum brightness: ~21,000 lux
  • Color temperature: 5,500 K at max brightness
  • Optional UV lighting: 385 nm wavelength, up to 0.47 lux
PIXO Features
  • Complete system requires a head, Verso Arm, or column/base stand, plus at least one objective lens
  • High-quality optical stereo image
  • Integrated high-definition camera
  • Video and image capture
  • On screen annotation
  • Custom overlays
  • Objective lenses: 3x, 4x, 6x, 8x, 10x, 15x, 6x SLWD, and 8x SLWD (sold separately)
  • Magnification range: 3.0x to 15x
  • Working distance: 40 mm (15x lens) to 114 mm (6x SLWD lens)
  • Field of view (FOV): 9.1 mm (15x lens) to 44.1 mm (3x lens)
  • Pupil diameter: 12.3 mm (15x lens) to 23.5 mm (3x lens)
  • Stand options include the Verso Arm with adjustable height for versatile tasks or the compact, free-standing Stabila Table Stand for a more traditional setup (stand sold separately)
  • Dynamic 3D LED lighting: 25-step brightness control
  • Maximum brightness: ~21,000 lux
  • Color temperature: 5,500 K at max brightness
  • Optional UV lighting: 385 nm wavelength, up to 0.47 lux
  • Requires a PC and monitor (sold separately)

Mantis IOTA

ImageManufacturer Part NumberDescriptionTypeAvailable QuantityPriceView Details
IOTA Stereo Microscope Head OnlyMIH001IOTA Stereo Microscope Head OnlyMicroscope, Stereo Fixed Lens (Binocular)96 - Marketplace$2,075.00View Details
Stabila Column for Mantis HeadsMTB210Stabila Column for Mantis HeadsMount, Horizontal20 - Marketplace$1,150.00View Details
Plain Base for Stabila ColumnMTB211Plain Base for Stabila ColumnBase, Weighted100 - Marketplace$435.00View Details
Lighted Base for Stabila ColumnMTB212Lighted Base for Stabila ColumnBase, Weighted100 - Marketplace$805.00View Details
Verso ArmMTB200AVerso ArmArm, Articulating8 - Marketplace$1,095.00View Details
Verso Forearm ExtensionMTB201AVerso Forearm ExtensionArm, Articulating13 - Marketplace$540.00View Details
Pilot StageMTB220Pilot StageGliding Stage100 - Marketplace$1,070.00View Details
Mantis IOTA Objective Lens, 3xMTO103Mantis IOTA Objective Lens, 3xLens100 - Marketplace$345.00View Details
Mantis IOTA Objective Lens, 4xMTO104Mantis IOTA Objective Lens, 4xLens99 - Marketplace$170.00View Details
Mantis IOTA Objective Lens, 6xMTO106Mantis IOTA Objective Lens, 6xLens100 - Marketplace$330.00View Details
Mantis IOTA Objective Lens, 8xMTO108Mantis IOTA Objective Lens, 8xLens99 - Marketplace$450.00View Details

Mantis ERGO

ImageManufacturer Part NumberDescriptionTypeAvailable QuantityPriceView Details
ERGO Microscope Head OnlyMRH001ERGO Microscope Head OnlyMicroscope, Stereo Fixed Lens (Binocular)100 - Marketplace$3,920.00View Details
ERGO Microscope Head White/UVMRH002ERGO Microscope Head White/UVMicroscope, Stereo Fixed Lens (Binocular)98 - Marketplace$4,295.00View Details
Stabila Column for Mantis HeadsMTB210Stabila Column for Mantis HeadsMount, Horizontal20 - Marketplace$1,150.00View Details
Plain Base for Stabila ColumnMTB211Plain Base for Stabila ColumnBase, Weighted100 - Marketplace$435.00View Details
Lighted Base for Stabila ColumnMTB212Lighted Base for Stabila ColumnBase, Weighted100 - Marketplace$805.00View Details
Verso ArmMTB200AVerso ArmArm, Articulating8 - Marketplace$1,095.00View Details
Verso Forearm ExtensionMTB201AVerso Forearm ExtensionArm, Articulating13 - Marketplace$540.00View Details
Pilot StageMTB220Pilot StageGliding Stage100 - Marketplace$1,070.00View Details
Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 3xMTO003Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 3xLens99 - Marketplace$880.00View Details
Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 4xMTO004Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 4xLens99 - Marketplace$340.00View Details
Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 6xMTO006Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 6xLens98 - Marketplace$845.00View Details
Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 8xMTO008Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 8xLens100 - Marketplace$1,135.00View Details
Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 10xMTO010Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 10xLens97 - Marketplace$1,100.00View Details
Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 15xMTO015Mantis PIXO/ERGO Obj Lens, 15xLens96 - Marketplace$1,445.00View Details
Mantis PIXO/ERGO SLWD 6x LensMTO007Mantis PIXO/ERGO SLWD 6x LensLens99 - Marketplace$1,060.00View Details
Mantis PIXO/ERGO SLWD 8x LensMTO009Mantis PIXO/ERGO SLWD 8x LensLens98 - Marketplace$1,355.00View Details

Mantis PIXO

ImageManufacturer Part NumberDescriptionTypeAvailable QuantityPriceView Details
PIXO Microscope Head w/ CameraMPH001PIXO Microscope Head w/ CameraMicroscope, Stereo Fixed Lens (Binocular)96 - Marketplace$5,550.00View Details
PIXO Microscope Head w/ Camera WMPH003PIXO Microscope Head w/ Camera WMicroscope, Stereo Fixed Lens (Binocular)98 - Marketplace$5,900.00View Details
Published: 2026-06-04