Leeds Forensic Systems

Leeds Forensic Systems Leeds designs, manufactures, and distributes forensic microscopes for examining firearms and tool marks. and around the world.

Established in 1986 in Minneapolis, MN, Leeds designs and manufactures comparison microscopes and imaging systems for forensic laboratories in the U.S. Leeds comparison microscopes include:

LCF3: firearms and tool marks comparison microscope built with Olympus optics
LCF2: firearms and tool marks comparison microscope built with Olympus optics
Discovery-Z: motorized firearms comparison microscop

e built with Zeiss optics
Discovery: firearms comparison microscope built with Zeiss optics
Trace-Z: trace evidence comparison microscope built with Zeiss optics
LCT: trace evidence comparison microscope built with Olympus optics

Leeds imaging tools include:
LSV2: Leeds Spectral Vision, a multi-wavelength imaging tool used to view, capture, and document evidence
Leeds N-IRC: a Near-Infrared color camera and software kit designed for the Zeiss Stemi stereo microscope

Leeds offers exceptional microscope service with a superior reputation in the industry for calibration and repair of all brands of microscopes. Leeds has been certified by PJLA and meets the requirements of international standard ISO/IEC 17025:2017 for calibrations. Leeds forensic products can be purchased on GSA Schedule Contract -07F-097CA. Leeds is the exclusive North American distributor of Evofinder®, Ballistic Identification System (BIS) as well as the exclusive US distributor of Moveed® Forensic Illumination and Imaging Systems.

Introducing the LCF3+ – Leeds' next-generation forensic comparison microscope, delivering enhanced optics, precision spe...
06/17/2026

Introducing the LCF3+ – Leeds' next-generation forensic comparison microscope, delivering enhanced optics, precision specimen handling, and advanced imaging for bullet, cartridge case, and toolmark examinations.

Stop by and see Neal, Kevin, Patrice, and Sanji this week, May 24–29, at AFTE – Association of Firearm & Tool Mark Exami...
05/26/2026

Stop by and see Neal, Kevin, Patrice, and Sanji this week, May 24–29, at AFTE – Association of Firearm & Tool Mark Examiners, at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront in Baltimore, MD.

Enter for a chance to win Leeds giveaways!

05/19/2026
Stop by and see Neal this week in Grand Rapids, MI at ASCLD. Enter for a drawing of Leeds giveaways!
05/18/2026

Stop by and see Neal this week in Grand Rapids, MI at ASCLD. Enter for a drawing of Leeds giveaways!

Stop by and say HI to Neal this week at CAC Seminar in Temecula, CA!
04/29/2026

Stop by and say HI to Neal this week at CAC Seminar in Temecula, CA!

Join us in New Orleans for AAFS! Stop by to say HI to Neal & Patrice, and drop in your business card for a chance to win...
02/10/2026

Join us in New Orleans for AAFS! Stop by to say HI to Neal & Patrice, and drop in your business card for a chance to win a Leeds hoodie!

Safety and user-friendliness are key components in the design and engineering of the LCF3, and is why we have machined a...
01/06/2026

Safety and user-friendliness are key components in the design and engineering of the LCF3, and is why we have machined a roll-off protection edge into the tabletop and extension wings to keep samples clean, and most importantly, where they belong.

Explore details about the LCF3 Fi****ms & Tool Marks Comparison Microscope @ leedsmicro.com

Secure, consistent, and built for precision. The Universal Holder keeps your samples exactly where you need them. If you...
11/25/2025

Secure, consistent, and built for precision. The Universal Holder keeps your samples exactly where you need them.

If you’re using it in your lab, we’d love to hear how it’s performing for you.

Address

17300 Medina, Road Ste 600
Plymouth, MN
55447

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(763) 546-8575

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