COIL Hi Power Fixed Stand 12.0x/44D
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 high-powered stand magnifier that holds its lens at a fixed distance above the reading surface, automatically maintaining the correct focal length for a sharp image without the user needing to hold it steady. At 12x magnification (44 diopters) with a 34mm aspheric lens, it's suited for someone with significant central vision loss who needs to read fine print, labels, or small text but struggles to hold a handheld magnifier steady enough to get a clear view. You get a complete, ready-to-use optical tool — no batteries, no charging, no setup required. The trade-off is that the small 34mm lens limits the field of view, so you'll see only a small portion of text at a time, which can make reading longer passages slow and fatiguing.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Place the magnifier on a flat surface over the material you want to read — the stand automatically holds the lens at the correct distance for a sharp image.
- Slide the magnifier across the page to read, using either hand.
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.