COIL Illuminated Hand Magnifier 3.0x/8.0D
Last verified June 18, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
This is a battery-powered handheld magnifier with a built-in light source, delivering 3x optical magnification to help make text, labels, and fine details easier to see. It's designed for someone with low vision who needs portable, on-the-go magnification for tasks like reading menus, price tags, medication labels, or mail. You get a complete, ready-to-use tool — just add two AA batteries (not included) and it works immediately, with a protective pouch included for storage. The 40mm lens diameter is relatively compact, so it works best for spot-reading short passages rather than sustained reading of long documents.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Insert two AA batteries (not included) into the battery compartment.
- Turn on the built-in light and hold the magnifier over text or objects at the focal distance to view magnified image.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Coil Magnifiers — view on vendor site; last verified June 18, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.