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product_id: 116709851
title: "Foldscope Basic Kit DIY Microscope by Simple Days"
brand: "simple days"
price: "£0.80"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/116709851-foldscope-basic-kit-diy-microscope-by-simple-days
store_origin: GB
region: Great Britain
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# 2um Resolution Lightweight 60g 140x Magnification Foldscope Basic Kit DIY Microscope by Simple Days

**Brand:** simple days
**Price:** £0.80
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔍 Discover the World, One Fold at a Time!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Foldscope Basic Kit DIY Microscope by Simple Days by simple days
- **How much does it cost?** £0.80 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/116709851-foldscope-basic-kit-diy-microscope-by-simple-days)

## Best For

- simple days enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted simple days brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **DIY Fun:** Assemble your own origami microscope with ease and creativity.
- • **Unleash Curiosity:** Transform your child's imagination into reality with hands-on science!
- • **Portable Exploration:** Compact design makes it easy to take your discoveries anywhere.
- • **Engaging Learning Tool:** Perfect for classrooms or home experiments, fostering a love for science.
- • **Scientifically Accurate:** Experience real science with a durable and precise tool.

## Overview

The Foldscope Basic Kit by Simple Days is an innovative DIY origami microscope that offers 140x magnification and 2um resolution. This lightweight kit includes everything needed for assembly, making it an engaging educational tool for children and a perfect introduction to the world of microscopy.

## Description

Foldscope - The Origami-inspired Paper Microscope. It's the ultra-affordable, paper microscope that you assemble yourself. Designed to be extremely portable, durable, and to give optical quality similar to conventional research microscopes (magnification of 140X and 2 micron resolution), Foldscope brings hands-on microscopy to new places! It's a foldable origami microscope that can be used as an education and research tool. Foldscope, a student-friendly microscope that fits into a geometry box. The objective of this instrument is apply a frugal technology to encouraging children curiosity in science. All you need to assemble one is a bit of patience and dexterity!!! Basic Classroom Kit Product Offerings: I . Parts for Assembly: [A1] Lens stage [A2] Sample stage [A3] Panning guide [A4] Focus ramp [B1] Standard slide [B2] Microwell slide [B3] Coupler [B4] Lens [B5] ID Sticker [B6] Ring sticker [B7] Cover slip sticker Accessories: [C1] Cotton swab

## Features

- Foldscope, the Original Origami Microscope. Easy to build and use.
- 140x Magnification, 2um resolution; Scientifically accurate and durable.
- Kit Contains: Paper Foldscope Sheet- 1, Assembly/Instruction sheet - 1, Lens -1,Cell-phone coupler, Tardi Sticker-1, Unique ID Sticker -1, Clear Circle Sticker -1, Double-Stick Ring Sticker-1, Field Guide-1 and zip lock bag.
- Build a working origami paper microscope that will magnify your Childs imagination.
- All you need to assemble one is a bit of patience and dexterity.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | SIMPLE DAYS |
| Manufacturer | Foldscope |
| Imported By | Foldscope Instruments Inc |
| Colour | Multi |
| Item Weight | 60 g |
| Package Dimensions | 23.1 x 11.3 x 1.9 cm; 60 g |
| Item part number | SD57FLDSCP |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Are batteries included? | No |

## Images

![Foldscope Basic Kit DIY Microscope by Simple Days - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41iaAbW+m9L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can we see microorganisms**
A: Yes you can see

**Q: Is there is any slide mirror**
A: No

**Q: Can we see onion cells**
A: Yes

**Q: Do it has led magnifier in kit**
A: It has a magnifier and not led based one

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good product
*by S***A on 9 October 2019*

My son just loved it...he assembed by himself at the age of 11..although a little costly than expected..but worth a buy and u can view samples in the microscope..Hats off to the innovators

### ⭐ Waste of Time, Money and Efforts
*by R***  on 3 September 2022*

Takes more than an hour to assemble and finally huge disappointment. After all these assembling tiny papers realised that assembling was not required at all...tiny lens is all you need then why waste so much time? normal broken glass shows much better view than this product...I bought this from insta reel somebody advertised it..so be aware of fake reviews...this product doesn't deserve a single rating as well, don't waste your time and money.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ WOW BUT FORBEARANCE
*by M***N on 27 September 2022*

GOOD FOR MIND-BODY COORDINATIONGREAT VALUE

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*Product available on Desertcart Great Britain*
*Store origin: GB*
*Last updated: 2026-04-24*