Why use AIM for your repair needs?
If you have an instrument that is out of warranty or a vintage scope, we can repair it. Many manufactures don’t support “out of production models” and often don’t stock parts any more. AIM has an extensive inventory of new and used parts and equipment. We also have a vast network of parts dealers we can count on. In some cases we have fabricated replacement parts in our on site machine shop.
AIM has experience working on many different models and brands*. AIM works on everything from simple stereo microscopes to multi-axis motorized automated measuring machines with a variety of video equipment. We also are collectors of vintage microscopes and have experience in restoration and repair. Please see our used microscopes.
AIM’s technicians can work on your instruments on site or you can ship the tool to us (we can provide information on proper shipping techniques). Our technicians have traveled nationally and internationally as far as Hong Kong, Germany, and Guadalajara, Mexico. We at AIM work in a variety of environments; we work in semiconductor clean rooms, bio- research facilities, and government nuclear facilities.
Rates and costs:
AIM’s repair rates and cost may vary with parts and type of work required. In some cases we can quote you an estimate over the phone (or e-mail). We can also come to your facility and inspect your tool and give a more accurate estimate (time and travel will be charged for an estimate but will be deducted if the repair is done). In some cases it is wise to give us a “not to exceed PO” to cover unforeseen repairs (we will only bill you for the exact amount it took to repair your scope).
Here are some of our repair rates:
Authorized Leica repair $135 an hour
Mechanical and optical $95 an hour
Electronic $95 an hour
Travel: Travel is included within 30 miles of our Rocklin, CA or Morgan Hill, CA divisions. Half our service rate per service technician will be applied for travel from 30 miles to 100 miles. Call for a quote for over 100 miles.
*Some brands of scopes we work on:
Leica, Olympus, Nikon, Zeiss, Zeiss Yenna, Unitron, Bausch & Lomb, American Optical, Mitutoyo, Swift, Vickers and many others.