# Best Trichomes magnifying tool **URL:** \ **Category:** Autoflowers\ **Tags:** outdoor-grow, nutes, flowering, autoflower, indoor-grow\ **Created:** [September 19, 2022, 12:58pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409 "2022-09-19T12:58:16Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 17\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![BigJer](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/9de0a6/32.png) [@BigJer](https://ilgmforum.com/u/BigJer)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 12:58pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/1 "2022-09-19T12:58:16Z")
Best Trichomes magnifying tool used , I have only one working eye, it seems a person will need at least a 60x and higher magnifying microscope or jewelry loupe’s, but loupes seem to stop at 10x , can’t see shit with that. All suggestions welcome, links where to purchase appreciated. ![image](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/a/1/2/a1226ca4e3f75fa6fdcfcdeec818879050382043.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Spiney\_norman](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/spiney_norman/32/240878_2.png) [@Spiney\_norman](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Spiney_norman)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 1:01pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/2 "2022-09-19T13:01:02Z")
For a cheap one this works fine > **[Amazon.com: JARLINK 30X 60X Illuminated Jewelers Loupe Magnifier, Foldable...](https://www.amazon.com/JARLINK-Illuminated-Jewelers-Magnifier-Foldable/dp/B078N34WZR?tag=ilovegrowingm-20)** > > Shop JARLINK at the Amazon Arts, Crafts & Sewing store. Free Shipping on eligible items. Save on everyday low prices. ---
**Author:** ![beardless](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/beardless/32/275814_2.png) [@beardless](https://ilgmforum.com/u/beardless)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 1:07pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/3 "2022-09-19T13:07:49Z")
Hands down some type of digital microscope. A couple of quick shots from yesterday ![S20220918_0001](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/8/f/0/8f07284916d30eb4070ed4d13026f39547e6eefa.jpeg) you can zoom in for a closer look ![S20220918_0007](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/8/0/3/803bbe181481513c72c5d7770166de8ae1d70956.jpeg) I use a Plugable USB2 attached to my laptop. I’ve used the scope a couple of years. At high level of magnification you must have a solid stand. Any vibration or movement makes taking photos impossible. ---
**Author:** ![Audiofreak](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/audiofreak/32/696429_2.png) [@Audiofreak](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Audiofreak)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 1:14pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/4 "2022-09-19T13:14:18Z")
![20211017_153716](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/2/8/8/288206d19f204a6b91c35e6fa0b97b28def1026b.jpeg) ![20220406_112324](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/2/7/3/27323e187b1d7e4a62de7358011cdc446a406279.jpeg) 30 to 40 bucks for microscope another 15 for mic stand. Now i know instead of guessing. ---
**Author:** ![StonedCold13](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/stonedcold13/32/1094279_2.png) [@StonedCold13](https://ilgmforum.com/u/StonedCold13)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 1:16pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/5 "2022-09-19T13:16:14Z")
CK the Bay too. I got mine \<20$ shipped. 14 bucks maybe ---
**Author:** ![BigJer](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/9de0a6/32.png) [@BigJer](https://ilgmforum.com/u/BigJer)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 1:25pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/6 "2022-09-19T13:25:25Z")
Thanks for the reply , I’m willing to pay up towards say 80 ish bucks for the real deal. ---
**Author:** ![Spiney\_norman](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/spiney_norman/32/240878_2.png) [@Spiney\_norman](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Spiney_norman)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 1:27pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/7 "2022-09-19T13:27:44Z")
Go digital then. There are several and you should get some good suggestions here. ---
**Author:** ![BigCat420](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/bigcat420/32/557989_2.png) [@BigCat420](https://ilgmforum.com/u/BigCat420)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 1:43pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/8 "2022-09-19T13:43:59Z")
@Audiofreak thats a damn good idea. Will any mic holder work or did you have to rig up a special attachment? I have the same exact microscope just different brand so that would really come in handy! ---
**Author:** ![Audiofreak](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/audiofreak/32/696429_2.png) [@Audiofreak](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Audiofreak)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 1:56pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/9 "2022-09-19T13:56:22Z")
The mic stand came with 2 mounts and they fit the scope perfectly. This is my 2nd stand both came with appropriate mounts. ![20220919_095854](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/a/d/7/ad7d1f9cbbd5771ffcd611cd1ce5187301359f2b.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Audiofreak](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/audiofreak/32/696429_2.png) [@Audiofreak](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Audiofreak)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 2:08pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/10 "2022-09-19T14:08:12Z")
Apparently a mic handle is the same deminsion as the scope so it is perfect. I can manipulate the scope up,down,left,right even upside down. Only angle i cant do is inside out. ---
**Author:** ![Syndrix](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/syndrix/32/690201_2.png) [@Syndrix](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Syndrix)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 2:26pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/11 "2022-09-19T14:26:17Z")
Wireless Digital Microscope Handheld USB HD Inspection Camera 50x-1000x Magnification with Flexible Stand Compatible with iPhone, iPad, Samsung Galaxy, Android, Mac, Windows Computer (Black) [https://a.co/d/3qpiIkO](https://a.co/d/3qpiIkO) I’ve been really happy with this one, I adjust it so I just lightly press it against a bud and it’s in focus. Then button press on phone takes picture. ![2022_08_07_13_23_30_917](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/4/e/6/4e6ab2e81a3c325f5a25813641f20b69d8b53811.jpeg) ![2022_08_02_21_06_16_990](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/5/5/a/55aa2282e291a3f6a17451bd9b65d6fb154c513b.jpeg) ![2022_08_02_21_04_07_439](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/1/e/a/1eafd3de76054bd6b0999c9d480195dcaff70f41.jpeg) ![2022_02_20_08_52_52_891](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/e/c/9/ec9eabb82c15be36c93be55a3bd0a9b3991c3cf3.jpeg) ![2022_02_18_07_14_47_364](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/8/b/1/8b14672639ab09e5de148c478cc38d3c5fae143c.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Audiofreak](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/audiofreak/32/696429_2.png) [@Audiofreak](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Audiofreak)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 2:28pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/12 "2022-09-19T14:28:36Z")
The scope falls under the old addage “the right tool for the right job”! ---
**Author:** ![beardless](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/beardless/32/275814_2.png) [@beardless](https://ilgmforum.com/u/beardless)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 3:41pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/13 "2022-09-19T15:41:46Z")
My scope originally came with a flex stand. It frustrated me every time I touched it to adjust focus, move it etc. It took what seemed forever for it to stop vibrating. I junked the stand and replaced it with a solid aluminum stand. I am much happier although the stand cost more than the scope ![IMG_0008](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/5/f/f/5ff0b89bd33ec7c45ec38f61b8ff1d4400e53fe4.jpeg) When I want to play around I use a camera tripod with an extension arm ![IMG_0004](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/5/6/c/56c271662a9c2334540fc5202616835b8a030c11.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Audiofreak](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/audiofreak/32/696429_2.png) [@Audiofreak](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Audiofreak)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 3:50pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/14 "2022-09-19T15:50:46Z")
No doubt there is a bit of fiddling around getting it focused but when you do its a good detailed image. With practice it a little less bothersome. But end result is WELL WORTH the cost and bother especially considering its a kinda important decision as to when to CHOP. ---
**Author:** ![Graysin](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/graysin/32/546358_2.png) [@Graysin](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Graysin)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 8:02pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/15 "2022-09-19T20:02:27Z")
I have a scope, couldn’t be patient enough with it to do it. I use a clip on macro lens for my cellphone. Specifically this one, because it’s cheap. > **[Amazon.com: APEXEL 12X / 24X Macro Lens, Macro Lens for iPhone with Universal...](https://www.amazon.com/APEXEL-Attachment-Photograph-Accessories-Microscope/dp/B01IMV2QL4?tag=ilovegrowingm-20)** > > Buy APEXEL 12X / 24X Macro Lens, Macro Lens for iPhone with Universal Clip, HD Phone Macro Lens Attachment for Phone Camera, iPhone Photograph Accessories Fits for All Cellphone And Pads Mini Microscope: Basic Cases - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY... ---
**Author:** ![Jonesy287](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/jonesy287/32/973126_2.png) [@Jonesy287](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Jonesy287)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2022, 8:57pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/16 "2022-09-19T20:57:52Z")
Questions about trichomes… I have a pot for pot magnifying floppy thing for my phone. Wasn’t sure if anyone could see these good enough to tell me. ![image](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/3/0/1/301a84a6983d22f9c84dd4d671db9eabe8f0d224.jpeg) ![image](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/a/2/2/a22d349012610dec4d5a351855c6483231323d09.jpeg) ![image](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/4/5/f/45fd64cdb26cbe946c6f2ce8c6a38385ebd107f1.jpeg) ![image](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/original/4X/a/2/5/a25ee86aa044a002b5311c2fad35acb485707a4f.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![420noob](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/growingmarijuana/user_avatar/ilgmforum.com/420noob/32/793300_2.png) [@420noob](https://ilgmforum.com/u/420noob)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2022, 10:59am UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/best-trichomes-magnifying-tool/93409/17 "2022-09-20T10:59:37Z")
If you are asking if ready for harvest it is not.