COIL Illuminated Hand Magnifier 11.0x/40.0D
Last verified June 18, 2026 · classified June 7, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · June 7, 2026
A handheld illuminated magnifier offering 11x magnification (40 diopters) through a 40mm bi-aspheric lens with a built-in light source. At this power level, it's suited for someone with moderate to significant low vision who needs to read price tags, medicine labels, or fine print on the go. This is a complete, standalone solution — just load two AA batteries (not included) and it's ready to use, with a protective pouch included for portability. The 40mm lens diameter is fairly compact at this magnification, so the usable field of view is small; reading long passages of text will require patience compared to lower-power, wider-lens alternatives.
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 battery compartment.
- Hold lens close to the target material, switch on the light, and adjust distance until focus is sharp.
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.