Tactile Low Vision Timer White with Black Numbers
by LS&S
Last verified June 18, 2026 · classified June 7, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · June 7, 2026
A mechanical 60-minute kitchen timer designed for people with low vision or blindness, with large raised markings on a white dial that make both tactile and visual reading possible. The high-contrast black-on-white numbers let someone with reduced but usable vision read the dial without magnification, while the raised tactile indicators let someone set and read the timer by touch alone. At roughly 9 inches tall, it's significantly larger than a standard kitchen timer, which helps both with grip and visibility. This is a self-contained, ready-to-use device — no batteries, no setup — but the mechanical winding action requires enough hand strength and dexterity to turn the dial.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Place on a flat surface or hold in hand.
- Turn the dial to the desired time — raised markings can be read by touch or sight.
- Timer rings mechanically when time expires — no batteries or charging needed.
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.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from LS&S — 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.