Microscope cover glass comes in different thicknesses designated numerically. Larger numbers correspond to thicker glass:
Number | Theoretical thickness | Range* |
---|---|---|
#0 | 100 μm | 80-130 μm |
#1 | 150 μm | 130-170 μm |
#1.5 | 170 μm | 160-190 μm |
#2.0 | 220 μm | 190-250 μm |
Source: https://microscopy.duke.edu/guides/coverslip-thickness
* Some vendors specify tighter tolerances