COIL Illuminated Hand Magnifier 7.0x/24.0D
Last verified June 18, 2026 · classified June 7, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · June 7, 2026
A handheld magnifier with a built-in light, offering 7x magnification through a 42mm bi-aspheric lens — a lens design that reduces distortion at the edges compared to standard single-element lenses. It's a good fit for someone with low vision who needs to read labels, menus, mail, or medication instructions in variable lighting conditions. This is a complete, self-contained tool: insert two AA batteries (not included), turn on the light, and it's ready to use. At 7x, this is a fairly strong handheld magnifier — useful for spot-reading tasks, but the field of view will be narrow, which takes some adjustment if you're new to high-power magnification.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Insert two AA batteries into the compartment.
- Hold the magnifier over your reading material and switch on the built-in light to use immediately.
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 June 7, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.