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    31 Products

    Illuminated Eyeglass-Mount Frame Loupe Magnifiers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Illuminated Eyeglass-Mount Frame Loupe Magnifiers.
    A built-in LED on these wearable magnifiers shines a bright, even light so you don’t miss any scratches, dents, or nicks. They rest comfortably on your face so you can inspect objects up close without hunching over a handheld or bench-mount magnifier. First designed for jewelers, these magnifiers also work well for quality control and inspection. Swap out six included lens sets to switch between magnification levels ranging from 6X to 25X. The lenses are made of plastic, which are more lightweight and shatter resistant than glass lenses. The loupes flip up, so you don’t need to take them off completely between uses.
    Magnification
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    6X, 8X, 10X, 15X, 20X, 25X3/4", 1", 1 1/4", 2", 2 1/2", 3 1/4"1"Acrylic Plastic
    		PlasticYesInterchangeable Lens7099N11000000
     

    Illuminated Magnifying Glasses

    Spotlight fine details to find defects in parts or inspect dim machine interiors. You can turn the light on these magnifying glasses on and off as needed, such as when inspecting both reflective and non-reflective components on circuit boards.
    Round Lens
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Illuminated Magnifying Glasses, Round Lens.
    LED—Magnifying glasses with an LED shine a strong, bright beam that lasts about 20 times as long as incandescent bulbs.
    Acrylic Plastic Lens—Magnifying glasses with an acrylic plastic lens are lighter in weight than glass lenses, and they won’t shatter if you drop them.
    Glass Lens—Magnifiers with a glass lens are manufactured without flaws or bubbles for the clearest view. They also resist scratches better than plastic lenses.
    Built-In Second Lens—Magnifying glasses with a bifocal lens or built-in second lens let you switch back and forth between magnification levels without changing lenses.
    Folding Handle—For hands-free viewing, use magnifying glasses with a folding handle. After propping them up on a flat surface, you can hold and adjust the object in view with two hands.
    Batteries
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    110X1 1/2"1 3/8"7 1/4"GlassYesNoAAA4Folding Handle11645T1050000000
    210X, 30X1/2", 1 1/8"7/8", 1 1/8"6"Acrylic Plastic
    		YesNoAAA3Built-In Second Lens11645T10100000
     
    Rectangular Lens
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Illuminated Magnifying Glasses, Rectangular Lens.
    Acrylic Plastic Lens—Magnifying glasses with an acrylic plastic lens are lighter in weight than glass lenses, and they won’t shatter if you drop them.
    Magnifiers
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    Incandescent
    110X1"1 1/4"1 3/8"4 3/4"Acrylic Plastic
    		YesYesAAA28485T13000000101505K4100000
     

    Sharp-View Illuminated Magnifying Glasses

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Sharp-View Illuminated Magnifying Glasses.
    Get a clear, crisp view of details and defects—these magnifying glasses have a grooved lens, which is also known as a Coddington magnifier. The lens is made of glass, so it’s less likely to develop scratches that could block your view than a plastic lens. To help you see, press the button on these magnifying glasses to shine a bright LED light on the surface you’re inspecting. The light lasts over five times longer than fluorescent lights.
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    10X1"Round3/4"5 3/4"GlassPlasticPlasticYesNoAAA11504T14000000
     

    Adjustable-Magnification Loupes with Measuring Scale

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Adjustable-Magnification Loupes with Measuring Scale.
    Turn the eyepiece until you reach the magnification you need. Use this loupe to magnify and measure in one operation; it includes a scale that measures length to 0.6" in 0.005" increments and another that measures length to 16 mm in 0.1 mm increments.
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    8X, 10X, 12X, 14X, 16X0" to 1"0" to 0.6" (0.005"), 0 mm to 16 mm (0.1 mm)3/8"GlassMetal, Plastic13765T210000000
     

    Illuminated Magnifying Glasses with Measuring Scale

    Magnify and measure in one operation.
    LED
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Illuminated Magnifying Glasses with Measuring Scale, 10X Magnification, Plastic Lens.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Illuminated Magnifying Glasses with Measuring Scale, 10X Magnification, Glass Lens.

    10X Magnification

    Plastic Lens

    10X Magnification

    Glass Lens

    Plastic Lens—10X plastic-lens magnifying glass comes with a detachable scale on the eyepiece that's graduated by 1/64" and 0.5 mm. The lens has a scratch-resistant coating.
    Glass Lens—5X and 10X glass-lens magnifying glasses have an eyepiece with scales on two sides; both scales are graduated by 1/32" and 0.5 mm.
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    10X1"0" to 1" (1/64"), 0 mm to 30 mm (0.5 mm)1 3/8"7 1/4"1 3/8"5 59/64"PlasticPlasticPlasticYesNoC21147T510000000
    10X1"0" to 1 1/2" (1/32"), 0 mm to 20 mm (0.5 mm)1 1/8"7"2"4"GlassPlasticPlasticYesNoC26559T1200000

    Slide-Open Magnifying Glasses

    Image of Product. Three Lenses with Oval Case. Front orientation. 3 Lenses. Slide-Open Magnifying Glasses, Oval Case.

    Three Lenses with Oval

    Case

    Slide these magnifying glasses into their protective, compact case; slide them out, and the case becomes a handle.
    Acrylic Plastic Lens—Acrylic plastic lenses are lighter in weight and more shatter resistant than glass lenses.
    3 Lenses—Magnifying glasses with two or three lenses have greater magnification than those with one lens. Stack multiple lenses on top of each other to increase their magnification. Those with three lenses have seven stacking combinations.
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    Oval Case
     
    Acrylic Plastic Lens
    35X, 10X, 15X1"1 1/4"Plastic1503T400000
     

    Loupes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Loupes.
    Magnify small details on workpieces. First designed for jewelers, these loupes work well for quality control and inspections.
    Glass Lens—Loupes with a glass lens are less prone to scratches than those with a plastic lens, so they provide a clearer view over time.
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    Glass Lens
    10X1"1"Plastic8539T63000000
     

    Bench-Mount Workstation Magnifiers with Measuring Scale

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Bench-Mount Workstation Magnifiers with Measuring Scale.
    Magnify and measure in one operation. The lens is mounted into a stand to keep it at the optimal distance for focused, hands-free magnification. Use both hands to inspect objects, repair parts, or record your findings. Also known as linen testers, these magnifiers are often used for quality control and thread counting in fabric inspection. Fold the magnifier so it's easier to move around.
    Glass Lens—Glass lenses are less prone to scratches for a clearer view than plastic lenses.
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    10X1 1/4"0" to 1/2" (1/8", 1 mm)Round1/2"1 1/4"GlassAnodized MetalBlackMetalFoldable Stand1493T27000000
     

    Portable Darkfield Magnifiers

    Image of ProductInUse. Shown Assembled with Mini Flashlight. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Portable Darkfield Magnifiers.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Portable Darkfield Magnifiers.

    Shown Assembled

    with Mini

    Flashlight

    A mirror bounces light from a flashlight around your part, making defects pop against a dark background. Use them to spot surface flaws, scratches, and marks you would miss inspecting parts under direct light. Typically, this technology is only found in advanced microscopes, but these magnifiers are portable and battery powered. Use them for a variety of tasks—from checking raw materials to inspecting parts and equipment that are in use.
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    10X1"3/4"GlassMetal, PlasticMini FlashlightPouch6891N11000000
     

    Distortion-Free Illuminated Magnifying Glasses

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Distortion-Free Illuminated Magnifying Glasses.
    View a clear image from edge to edge, even in dimly lit areas. These magnifying glasses have a curvature that corrects for distortion, so you can check objects for proper shape and size. Their built-in LED light emits a focused, even beam, making it easier to see details. You can turn the light on to illuminate parts and off to reduce glare on reflective surfaces. Take them with you to inspect equipment that’s running or to spot fine details on parts. Made of plastic, they’re shatterproof and lighter in weight than glass lenses.
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    LED
    10X1"Round1 3/8"5"Acrylic Plastic
    		PlasticPlasticYesNoAA26314N15000000
     

    Illuminated Loupes

    Image of Product. Swivel Light. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Illuminated Loupes, 10X Magnification, Acrylic Plastic Lens, Swivel Light.

    Swivel Light

    An LED on these loupes emits a focused, even beam so you don’t overlook any details. First designed for jewelers, these loupes also work well for quality control and inspections. Lenses made of glass have a clearer view and greater scratch resistance than plastic lenses.
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    10X6 1/2"4 3/8"Acrylic Plastic
    		PlasticSwivel Light7761N1200000
     

    Compact Slide-Open Magnifying Glasses

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Compact Slide-Open Magnifying Glasses.
    Also known as Coddington magnifiers, these have a single glass lens with a grooved circumference that shows sharp, clear images. The lens also resists scratching. Slide the magnifier out of its metal case to open—the case serves as a handle when in use and protects the magnifier when closed. Ideal for when you’re on the go, inspect parts around your facility with these magnifiers.
    Lens
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    10X1"Round3/4"GlassMetal, Plastic1501T6000000
     

    Distortion-Free Stand-Mount Magnifiers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. Distortion-Free Stand-Mount Magnifiers.
    Crisp from edge to edge, the lens on these magnifiers is specially curved to prevent the distortion you see around the rim on a typical magnifying lens. They combine the hands-free ease of bench-mount magnifiers with the portability of a handheld magnifier. Use the gap at the base to slide your object underneath and make precise adjustments. The body underneath the lens is clear, letting the maximum amount of light in for clear, bright viewing. The lens is plastic, so it’s shatterproof and lighter in weight than a glass lens.
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    10X1"Round1 3/8"1 1/2"PlasticPlasticClear7083N120000000
     

    One-Eye Clip-On Eyeglass-Mount Magnifiers

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Magnifiers. One-Eye Clip-On Eyeglass-Mount Magnifiers, 2 Lenses.

    2 Lenses

    Clip these magnifiers onto the frame of your eyeglasses for viewing fine details— they flip out of the way when not in use.
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    25X, 10X1", 2"0.94"Acrylic Plastic
    		Acrylic Plastic1340T8000000
     

    Vertical Benchtop Optical Comparators

    By projecting a magnified shadow or image of your part onto a screen, these optical comparators give you an easy way to measure and inspect its precise features. They work similarly to overhead projectors, but with fixed magnification to preserve proportions. Because of how easy they are to set up and use, they’re a staple in most machine shops. They shine light from above, so they’re best for inspecting flat parts, such as gaskets and O-rings. Unlike traditional optical comparators, these comparators are compact to fit easily on a benchtop.
    To use these comparators, choose profile or surface lighting. Profile lighting creates a shadow of your part, which you can use to plot points for precise measurements. To plot each point, move the stage the part rests on until the point lines up with the crosshair on the projector screen. For precision, the stage moves in increments thinner than a sheet of paper. Surface lighting makes these comparators work like an illuminated magnifier, blanketing the part with even light to reveal scratches, dents, and other surface flaws.
    Save the measurements you’ve gathered for later by exporting the data as a text file using an RS-232 cord (not included).
    Optical Comparators
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Optical Comparators. Vertical Benchtop Optical Comparators, Optical Comparators.
    Image of Specification. Numeric Display Screen. Front orientation. Contains Border. Numeric Display. Vertical Benchtop Optical Comparators.

    Numeric Display Screen

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    Cord Lg.,
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    10X87 3/4"3 3/4"6"2"0.00002"12"Numeric44"22"31"Straight Blade356378N110000000000
    Accessories for Optical Comparators
    Optical Comparator Holders
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Optical Comparator Holders.
    Holders securely hold your part as you measure.
    Max. Opening
    Wd.
    Features
    Each
    1 3/8"Clamp6378N180000000
    V-Blocks
    Image of Product. Front orientation. V-Blocks.
    V-blocks securely hold your part as you measure. V-blocks hold round parts.
    Max. Opening
    Wd.
    Features
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    15/16"Clamp6378N210000000
    Optical Comparator Charts
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Optical Comparator Charts.
    Charts are clear, so you can lay them on top of your comparator’s projector screen. Charts are for checking angle measurements.
    Features
    Each
    Graduations6378N170000000
    Optical Comparator Scales
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Optical Comparator Scales.
    Scales are clear, so you can lay them on top of your comparator’s projector screen. Scales give you a way to check your comparator’s magnification and length measurements.
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    mm
    Features
    Each
    50Accuracy Scale, Calibration Scale6378N220000000
    300Accuracy Scale, Calibration Scale6378N2300000000
    Optical Comparator Filters
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Optical Comparator Filters.
    Filters are blue to increase contrast and reduce glare on your comparator’s projector screen.
    Color
    Each
    Blue6378N240000000
    Optical Comparator Lenses, Optical Comparator Supports and Rotary Tables
    Swivel center supports securely hold your part as you measure.
    If you need to inspect your part from different angles, use either a swivel center support or a rotary table. Swivel center supports turn around a horizontal axis, moving your part in a circle like a Ferris wheel.
    Rotary tables spin around a vertical axis, rotating your part just like a carousel.
    Each
    Lens (20X Magnification)6378N13000000000
    Lens (50X Magnification)6378N1400000000
    Lens (100X Magnification)6378N1500000000
    Swivel Center Support (3 1/2" Max. Opening Wd.)6378N1900000000
    Glass Rotary Table (3 15/16" Plate Dia.)6378N1600000000
    Optical Comparators with Edge Detection
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Optical Comparators. Vertical Benchtop Optical Comparators, Optical Comparators with Edge Detection.
    Image of Specification. Graphic Display Screen. Front orientation. Contains Border. Graphic Display. Vertical Benchtop Optical Comparators.

    Graphic Display Screen

    Optical comparators with edge detection increase accuracy and efficiency by reducing human error. No need to identify each edge yourself with the crosshair—these comparators register whether they are passing over your object's shadow or a gap, such as a hole or cutout. The graphic display screen shows a visual representation of the part you’re measuring, making it easy to identify and measure specific features. To make sure each part is inspected the same way, create a program that guides anyone using the comparator on what steps to follow.
    Stage
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    Std.
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    10X87 3/4"3 3/4"6"2"0.00002"12"Graphic44"22"31"2.0Straight Blade, USB-B356378N120000000000
    Accessories for Optical Comparators
    Optical Comparator Holders
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Optical Comparator Holders.
    Holders securely hold your part as you measure.
    Max. Opening
    Wd.
    Features
    Each
    1 3/8"Clamp6378N180000000
    V-Blocks
    Image of Product. Front orientation. V-Blocks.
    V-blocks securely hold your part as you measure. V-blocks hold round parts.
    Max. Opening
    Wd.
    Features
    Each
    15/16"Clamp6378N210000000
    Optical Comparator Charts
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Optical Comparator Charts.
    Charts are clear, so you can lay them on top of your comparator’s projector screen. Charts are for checking angle measurements.
    Features
    Each
    Graduations6378N170000000
    Optical Comparator Scales
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Optical Comparator Scales.
    Scales are clear, so you can lay them on top of your comparator’s projector screen. Scales give you a way to check your comparator’s magnification and length measurements.
    Lg.,
    mm
    Features
    Each
    50Accuracy Scale, Calibration Scale6378N220000000
    300Accuracy Scale, Calibration Scale6378N2300000000
    Optical Comparator Filters
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Optical Comparator Filters.
    Filters are blue to increase contrast and reduce glare on your comparator’s projector screen.
    Color
    Each
    Blue6378N240000000
    Optical Comparator Lenses, Optical Comparator Supports and Rotary Tables
    Swivel center supports securely hold your part as you measure.
    If you need to inspect your part from different angles, use either a swivel center support or a rotary table. Swivel center supports turn around a horizontal axis, moving your part in a circle like a Ferris wheel.
    Rotary tables spin around a vertical axis, rotating your part just like a carousel.
    Each
    Lens (20X Magnification)6378N13000000000
    Lens (50X Magnification)6378N1400000000
    Lens (100X Magnification)6378N1500000000
    Swivel Center Support (3 1/2" Max. Opening Wd.)6378N1900000000
    Glass Rotary Table (3 15/16" Plate Dia.)6378N1600000000
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