NewT: Charts with Measuring Cord
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified June 15, 2026 · classified May 23, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · May 23, 2026
This is a replacement component for the NEWT (Near Vision Test) Kit — specifically the charts and measuring cord used during near-vision functional assessment. The NEWT is a standardized near-vision assessment tool used by teachers of students with visual impairments (TVIs) and low vision specialists to evaluate a student's near visual acuity and working distance, informing decisions about magnification, print size, and lighting needs. The large physical dimensions (roughly 22 × 17 inches) suggest these are substantial chart materials, not pocket-sized tools. If your original NEWT Kit charts are worn, damaged, or lost, this replaces just those components without purchasing the full kit — but the measuring cord and charts are not useful on their own without the rest of the NEWT assessment system.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Insert replacement charts and measuring cord into your existing NEWT Kit materials to restore the assessment set. - With professional help
A TVI or low vision specialist administers the NEWT assessment using standardized protocols — this replacement component restores a professional assessment tool, not a standalone consumer product.
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 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 23, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.