COIL 1.7X Hand Reader
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 handheld optical magnifier with a large 4×3 inch bi-aspheric lens that enlarges text and images to 1.7 times their actual size. It's well-suited for someone with mild low vision who needs help reading mail, menus, labels, or printed materials without requiring batteries or a power source. You get a complete, ready-to-use tool — just pick it up and look through it — along with a protective case. The 1.7X magnification is on the lower end of the power scale, so people with more significant vision loss may find they need a stronger magnifier (typically 3X or higher) to get useful enlargement.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Remove the magnifier from its case and hold it over the text or object you want to view — no batteries or setup required.
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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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.