Microscopes

Where SOS began—and where precision still matters.

SOSCleanroom’s roots are in optics. In 1981, Specialty Optical Systems (SOS) was founded as a microscope and optical systems distributor, supplying high-tech companies with microscopes, illumination, and optical tools long before cleanroom supplies became our primary focus. That heritage still shapes how we serve customers today: we understand precision inspection, the importance of reliable optics, and the role microscopy plays in protecting yield and quality in critical environments.

Today, our Microscopes category continues that legacy with trusted brands and cleanroom-ready inspection tools, including stereo microscopes, digital microscopes, auxiliary lenses, stands, illuminators, and replacement components. These products support semiconductor and microelectronics manufacturing, medical device and pharmaceutical production, laboratories, aerospace, precision assembly, and other controlled environments where you need clear, repeatable visual inspection without compromising cleanliness. Whether you’re validating a process, inspecting delicate components, or troubleshooting defects, SOSCleanroom delivers optics you can count on—backed by decades of microscopy experience.