Shafer Reading Stand: Book Support Tray with Brackets
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified June 15, 2026 · classified May 14, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · May 14, 2026
This is the replacement book support tray and bracket assembly for the Shafer Reading Stand, a desktop reading stand designed for students and readers with low vision who need to position printed materials at a closer, more comfortable viewing angle. By holding books or large-print materials upright and angled toward the reader, it reduces the need to hunch over a flat desk — a common workaround that causes fatigue during extended reading. This is a replacement part, not a complete stand; it only makes sense as a purchase if you already own the Shafer Reading Stand base. Note that APH has discontinued this item as of June 2022, so availability is limited to remaining stock — sourcing a long-term supply of spares will be difficult.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Attach the tray and brackets to your existing Shafer Reading Stand base following the original stand's assembly instructions.
Getting it
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from American Printing House for the Blind — view on vendor site; last verified June 15, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on May 14, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.