{"product_id":"schott-fibre-optic-light-guides-for-kl-1600-led-kl-2500-led-kl-1500-hal","title":"SCHOTT Fibre Optic Light Guides for KL 1600 LED, KL 2500 LED \u0026 KL 1500 HAL","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #1f2937; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0077b6 0%, #00a6d6 100%); color: #ffffff; padding: 28px; border-radius: 12px; margin-bottom: 24px;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch1 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-size: 28px; line-height: 1.25; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      SCHOTT KL Gooseneck Fibre Optic Light Guides for Stereo Microscopy\n    \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 17px;\"\u003e\n      Flexible self-supporting fibre-optic light guides for precise directional illumination with compatible SCHOTT KL light sources.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- OVERVIEW --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #eef8fc; border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 24px;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #0077b6; margin-top: 0; font-size: 21px;\"\u003e\n      Directional Illumination Exactly Where You Need It\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      SCHOTT KL gooseneck light guides deliver fibre-optic illumination directly to the specimen while allowing the illumination direction and angle to be adjusted by hand.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      The self-supporting gooseneck branches remain in the selected position, making them particularly useful for stereo microscopy and industrial inspection where directional lighting can reveal surface texture, edges and defects.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      Single, double and triple-branch versions are available to suit different illumination requirements.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- OPTIONS --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #0077b6; border-bottom: 2px solid #00a6d6; padding-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n    Available Gooseneck Light Guides\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- SINGLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #eef8fc; border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #0077b6; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\n      Single-Branch Gooseneck – P\/N 154.101\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Single self-supporting gooseneck branch for concentrated directional illumination.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eFibre bundle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ø4.5 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600 mm\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- DOUBLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #0077b6; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\n      Double-Branch Gooseneck – P\/N 154.202\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Two independently positionable gooseneck branches allow illumination to be directed towards the specimen from two different angles.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eFibre bundle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ø4.5 mm per branch\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600 mm\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- TRIPLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #0077b6; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\n      Triple-Branch Gooseneck – P\/N 154.302\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Three independently adjustable branches provide greater control over illumination direction and shadow reduction around complex specimens.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eFibre bundle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ø4.5 mm per branch\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600 mm\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- COLUMN MOUNT --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #eef8fc; border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0 28px 0;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #0077b6; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\n      Double-Branch Gooseneck for 32 mm Column – P\/N 170.402\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Special double-branch gooseneck configuration designed for mounting alongside a compatible \u003cstrong\u003e32 mm microscope column\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e this version requires SCHOTT adapter \u003cstrong\u003eP\/N 158.402\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- ILLUMINATION GUIDE --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #0077b6; border-bottom: 2px solid #00a6d6; padding-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n    Choosing the Number of Branches\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(210px, 1fr)); gap: 12px; margin: 20px 0 28px 0;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0077b6;\"\u003eSingle Branch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Strong directional illumination and pronounced shadowing from one direction.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0077b6;\"\u003eDouble Branch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Illuminate from two directions to improve visibility and control shadows.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0077b6;\"\u003eTriple Branch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Greater control around complex or three-dimensional specimens.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- WHY DIRECTIONAL --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #0077b6; border-bottom: 2px solid #00a6d6; padding-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n    Why Use Directional Illumination?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Directional illumination is particularly useful in stereo microscopy because the angle of the light can significantly change the appearance of surface detail.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(210px, 1fr)); gap: 12px; margin: 20px 0 28px 0;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #eef8fc; border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0077b6;\"\u003eSurface Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Oblique illumination can make scratches, ridges and fine surface structure easier to see.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #eef8fc; border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0077b6;\"\u003eShadow Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Adjust individual branches to create or reduce shadows as required.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #eef8fc; border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0077b6;\"\u003eReflective Components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Change the illumination angle to reduce distracting direct reflections.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #eef8fc; border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0077b6;\"\u003eThree-Dimensional Specimens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Position the illumination around irregular specimens for improved observation.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- COMPATIBILITY --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f1f7ff; border-left: 5px solid #0077b6; padding: 18px; margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #0077b6;\"\u003e\n      Compatible SCHOTT KL Light Sources\n    \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      These light guides are part of the SCHOTT KL fibre-optic system used with compatible light sources including:\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cul style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eKL 1600 LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eKL 2500 LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eKL 1500 HAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- KL300 NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff8e8; border-left: 5px solid #d79b00; padding: 18px; margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #805c00;\"\u003e\n      Not the Standard KL 300 LED Light Guide Connection\n    \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      The KL 300 LED uses its own dedicated range of light guides. Please check the light-source model before ordering.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- SYSTEM DIAGRAM --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #0077b6; border-bottom: 2px solid #00a6d6; padding-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n    SCHOTT KL System Diagram\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #eef8fc; border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      This SCHOTT system diagram shows how gooseneck light guides fit into the wider KL fibre-optic illumination range alongside flexible light guides, ring lights, line lights, focusing optics and mounting accessories.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/1930\/6309\/files\/KL_diagram.jpg?v=1789923056\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display: block; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e\n\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/1930\/6309\/files\/KL_diagram.jpg?v=1789923056\" alt=\"SCHOTT KL fibre optic system diagram showing gooseneck light guides and compatible illumination accessories\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; max-width: 1000px; height: auto; margin: 18px auto 8px auto; border: 1px solid #d1d5db; border-radius: 8px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #6b7280; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      Click the diagram to view full size.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- VIDEO --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #0077b6; border-bottom: 2px solid #00a6d6; padding-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n    SCHOTT Fibre-Optic Light Guides in Action\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #eef8fc; border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      This SCHOTT video demonstrates different fibre-optic incident-light techniques and shows how changing the light-guide arrangement affects illumination and specimen contrast.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; border-radius: 8px; background: #000000; margin-top: 16px;\"\u003e\n\n      \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/Z1HWBx0h0-8\" title=\"SCHOTT Fibre Optic Light Guides for Incident Illumination\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 14px;\"\u003e\n\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Z1HWBx0h0-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #d9f0fa; border: 1px solid #0077b6; color: #005f91 !important; text-decoration: none; padding: 10px 16px; border-radius: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n        Watch Video on YouTube\n      \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- APPLICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #0077b6; border-bottom: 2px solid #00a6d6; padding-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n    Typical Applications\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(210px, 1fr)); gap: 12px; margin: 20px 0 28px 0;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eStereo Microscopy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Directional illumination for three-dimensional specimens.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial Inspection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Reveal scratches, edges and surface features on manufactured components.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eElectronics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Position illumination precisely around PCBs and components.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #b9e3f4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eQuality Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Repeatable directional lighting for routine inspection.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- TECHNICAL RESOURCES --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #0077b6; border-bottom: 2px solid #00a6d6; padding-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n    Technical Resources\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 18px 0 28px 0;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/downloads.auckland-scientific.co.uk\/schott\/brochures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #d9f0fa; border: 1px solid #0077b6; color: #005f91 !important; text-decoration: none; padding: 10px 16px; border-radius: 6px; font-weight: bold; margin: 4px 8px 4px 0;\"\u003e\n      SCHOTT Brochures \u0026amp; Datasheets\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/downloads.auckland-scientific.co.uk\/schott\/videos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #d9f0fa; border: 1px solid #0077b6; color: #005f91 !important; text-decoration: none; padding: 10px 16px; border-radius: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n      SCHOTT Microscopy Videos\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- SUPPORT --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f1f7ff; border-left: 5px solid #0077b6; padding: 20px; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #0077b6; margin-top: 0; border: 0; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n      Auckland Scientific – Illumination Support\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      Tell us what you are inspecting and the microscope you are using and we can help determine whether single, double or triple-branch directional illumination is most appropriate.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auckland Scientific Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Single Gooseneck Ø4.5 mm \/ 600 mm","offer_id":59419681718597,"sku":"154.101","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double Gooseneck Ø4.5 mm \/ 600 mm","offer_id":59419681751365,"sku":"154.202","price":270.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Triple Gooseneck Ø4.5 mm \/ 600 mm","offer_id":59419681784133,"sku":"154.302","price":420.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double Gooseneck for 32 mm Column + Required Adapter","offer_id":59419681816901,"sku":"170.402 + 158.402","price":535.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flexible Single Ø5 mm \/ 1000 mm","offer_id":59419681849669,"sku":"155.100","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flexible Single Ø5 mm \/ 1600 mm","offer_id":59419681882437,"sku":"155.102","price":205.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flexible Single Ø8 mm \/ 1000 mm","offer_id":59419681915205,"sku":"155.103","price":270.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flexible Single Ø9 mm \/ 1000 mm","offer_id":59419681947973,"sku":"155.104","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flexible Double Ø4.5 mm \/ 1000 mm","offer_id":59419681980741,"sku":"155.204","price":285.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flexible Double Ø4.5 mm \/ 1600 mm","offer_id":59419682013509,"sku":"155.205","price":355.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flexible Triple Ø4.5 mm \/ 1000 mm","offer_id":59419682046277,"sku":"155.206","price":410.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/1930\/6309\/files\/singlegooseneck.webp?v=1789844932","url":"https:\/\/auckland-scientific.co.uk\/products\/schott-fibre-optic-light-guides-for-kl-1600-led-kl-2500-led-kl-1500-hal","provider":"Auckland Scientific Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}