A metal braille typewriter with a row of keys, a carrying handle on top, and a paper knob on the side.

Classic Perkins Brailler

by Perkins School for the Blind

$810.00, see price history

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Setup with instructions The brailler has no electronics or pairing, so a family member can set it up from the included instructions in about half an hour. Loading paper and setting margins take a little practice. Learning to use it well is easier with a braille teacher, which is why this fits guided setup rather than fully self-serve.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The Classic Perkins Brailler is a manual braille writer. You press its keys to emboss braille dots onto heavy braille paper, with no power or computer needed. It has adjustable margin stops, large paper feed knobs, and room for paper up to 14 inches long. A standard 11" x 11-1/2" sheet holds 25 lines of 42 cells each. It suits a braille learner, student, or adult who wants a dependable way to write braille by hand. It is a heavy machine at about 14 pounds, and it takes real finger effort to press the keys, which can tire you over long sessions. An electric model, the Smart Brailler, is sold separately for people who need a lighter touch.

Getting it

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Where to get it

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$810.00

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Details

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Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$810.00
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Unpack the brailler and place it on a flat, steady table. It is heavy, so lift it with care.
  • With a guide
    1. Read the included printed or braille instructions to learn how to load paper and set the left and right margin stops. This takes about 15 to 30 minutes.
    2. Practice with a few sheets to get used to the key pressure and the feed knobs. Someone who already reads or writes braille, such as a teacher of students with visual impairments, can help a new user get started.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Independent Living Aids — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 4, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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