Bovie Colpo-Master III
Bovie · Model Colpo-Master III
Three Magnification Settings: 3.75x, 7.5x and 15x. No angled eyepieces allowing users wearing glasses to comfortably view through the scope without removing their glasses. Rheostat intensity controlled, bright LED illumination. Paired 12.5x Widefield Eyepieces with rubber eye-guards. 3-D Stereoscopic viewing. Dual Diopter, independent eye focusing controls. Flip-down green filter, built into the head. 300 mm working distance. Extra-wide 115 mm Interpupillary distance adjustment. Center-post stand with rolling, locking casters, or pedestal base. Light-weight, easy to maneuver.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Illumination fault
MediumSymptoms: Light out, dim, flickering, uneven field, colour shift.
Root cause: Halogen bulb or LED module / driver at end of life, or a light-guide / power fault.
Focus / magnification-changer fault
MediumSymptoms: Fine focus slips or binds, magnification changer sticks, image not sharp.
Root cause: Worn focus drive or a magnification-changer detent fault.
Stand / arm / brake drift
MediumSymptoms: Head drifts down, will not hold position, arm joints loose.
Root cause: Spring-arm counterbalance or friction brakes out of adjustment.
Green (red-free) filter / filter-wheel fault
LowSymptoms: Filter will not engage or is stuck in place.
Root cause: Worn filter mechanism.
Camera / video / capture fault (video colposcopes)
LowSymptoms: No or poor image, capture software will not connect.
Root cause: Camera, its cable, or the imaging PC.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Illumination bulb / LED module & driver
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
Focus-drive / magnification-changer kit
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Difficult
Spring-arm counterbalance / friction-brake kit
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Filter wheel / mechanism
Class Major service partRel. cost $R&R Moderate
Camera / video module (video colposcopes)
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Moderate
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illumination bulb / LED module & driver | Frequent wear item | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Focus-drive / magnification-changer kit | Major service part | $$ | Difficult |
| Spring-arm counterbalance / friction-brake kit | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
| Filter wheel / mechanism | Major service part | $ | Moderate |
| Camera / video module (video colposcopes) | Major service part | $$$ | Moderate |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Dim or no illumination
- Replace the bulb / LED module with the correct type.
- Check the driver / power supply and connections.
- Inspect the light guide (if fibre) for dark fibres.
- Confirm even, full-brightness output.
- Replace the driver / power supply if output stays low.
Symptom: Head will not hold position
- Adjust the spring-arm counterbalance for the head weight.
- Check the friction brakes at each joint.
- Replace the counterbalance / brake kit if adjustment does not hold.
- Cycle the arm through its range.
- Confirm the head stays put at working positions.
Technical Specs
- Weight
- 23 lbs
Documents & Manuals
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