1.5X Magnifying Bar With Red Guide Line
by LS&S
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 flat, transparent acrylic bar magnifier that enlarges text to 1.5x magnification as you slide it line by line down a page. A built-in red horizontal stripe acts as a reading guide, helping the eye track to the correct line and reducing the common problem of losing your place mid-page. It's a good fit for someone with mild low vision or reading fatigue who needs modest magnification for books, menus, or printed documents without carrying a bulky device. This is a fully self-contained tool — no batteries, charging, or setup required — though the 1.5x magnification level is modest and won't be sufficient for people with significant vision loss who may need a higher-powered magnifier.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Place the bar magnifier flat on any printed page and slide it downward to read line by line — no 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.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from LS&S — 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.