The NN-V can be attached onto Nikon stereo microscopes "SMZ18", "SMZ25", suitable for hydraulic micromanipulators such as injection systems.

The NN-V is not attachable to some types of light stand of the microscope. Please refer to the table below for adaptability.
| Light Stand | Adaptability |
|---|---|
| P2-PB Plain Base | Attachable |
| P2-DBL LED Diascopic Illumination Base | Attachable |
| P2-DBF Fiber Diascopic Illumination Base | Attachable |
| P-PS32 Plain Stand | Not Attachable (Please use the NN-T-2) |
| P-DSF32 Fiber Diascopic Illumination Stand | Not Attachable (Please use the NN-T-2) |
| P-DSL32 LED Diascopic Illumination Stand | Not Attachable (Please use the NN-T-2) |