Varieties of reading magnifiers and tips for choosing them

Many people occasionally need to use a magnifying glass for reading for various reasons. There are certain types of such devices, and advice on their choice will be useful to those who are in doubt about which device is better to choose.

A magnifier is a device that multiplies letters and allows you to read any text without straining, be it a book, newspaper or small text on any package.

Magnifier for reading books is in the greatest demand among the elderly, as well as the visually impaired. Loupes can be of different types:

• stationary;

• miniature;

• in the form of a circle or rectangle;

• equipped with comfortable stands or just with a handle;

• backlit.

Consider the types of existing loops and their features that allow you to make a choice in favor of one or another option.

• Desktop. A convenient option for people who are used to reading at the table. This is usually a large magnifying glass mounted on a tripod with a high magnification. Thanks to such a product, you can read both A4 newspapers and magazines, and any books, even with small print. Tripod design often involves the ability to move the magnifier to different levels. Sometimes it has a flexible base, which is even more convenient. The base can look like a rectangular flat stand or clothespin that can be easily attached to the edge of any surface. Tabletop options are sometimes supplemented by backlighting, which allows you to read comfortably in the evening, without experiencing discomfort and without straining your eyes. The magnifier is available as 10x or less power.

• Pocket. This magnifier will not enlarge the font much, and its dimensions are very compact, so it is not suitable for long evening reading. But it will allow you to take it on trips or to various institutions where you need to wait for an appointment. At this time, with the help of such a magnifying glass, you can view any documents, recipes, just read a newspaper, find out, for example, only the main news, or get acquainted with a TV program.

• Ruler. This option is also convenient on the road, a flat magnifier does not take up much space. But you can read it with her help. It is enough to attach the magnifying ruler to the page and move it from line to line as you read it. Its magnification is enough to see the letters well and feel comfortable thinking only about a fascinating plot, without being distracted by extraneous thoughts.

• Glasses. Also a very convenient option. They look like ordinary glasses, they have quite nice frames. Only instead of glasses with diopters there are magnifying glasses. These glasses allow you to keep your hands free. They can be carried with you anytime and anywhere, providing a convenient case for this.

• Backlit. In most cases, tabletop views are equipped with backlighting, and in this case they are powered by mains or batteries. But there are also portable options that are equipped with a comfortable frame that emits a soft glow. These magnifiers are battery operated.

• Frontal. It is also a very convenient option, which is equipped with a convenient mount and backlight. Very often, such copies are used by people of certain professions, for example, jewelers and watchmakers, who have to work with small parts and mechanisms. However, many people use these products for reading, considering them very convenient.

It is worth considering specific models, which will allow you to more clearly understand which model to choose.

• "Orbit". It is a head magnifier that allows you to read your favorite books and newspapers, while leaving your hands free. The magnifier has illumination, it is conveniently attached to the head. The set includes 5 lenses with different magnification factors.

• Solarius. Pocket magnifier. The compact size allows you to carry it with you, the budget option, and the appearance is very elegant. The handle is made in mahogany look, the circle is framed with golden material.

• Desktop magnifier. Equipped with a flexible tripod, comfortable stand and lighting. Allows you to read at the table. The size of the magnifying glass covers a fairly large surface, at the same time, there is always room for such an object on the table. You can comfortably do your favorite handicrafts, or spend time reading your favorite book. The white plastic case looks attractive, which allows this piece to easily fit into any interior.

• Magicglassol. Desktop magnifier for reading, the so-called Fresnel lens. The lens is made in the form of a comfortable table with folding legs, equipped with two types of illumination. Reading with such a gadget will be very convenient and enjoyable.

• Eschenbach. Magnifier glasses of original design. But not only this is their merit. The lenses provide a perfect image without distortion, the material is resistant to scratches and other damage. Such a product is popular both among professionals from various fields of activity and among book lovers who spend a lot of time reading, but have certain vision problems.

Magnifying devices, including for the elderly, should be chosen based on the main parameters.

• Multiplicity... This indicator will determine how close the object is, in this case the letters. The higher the magnification, the greater the magnification and the better the viewing angles.Therefore, here it is worth focusing on your own needs. For some, an increase of 2-2.5 times is enough, while others need the number 5-7.

• Design. There are different options - desktop, pocket, more voluminous and miniature, with or without a pen, rulers and glasses. You need to focus on how often you have to use the magnifying glass. If you often have to read at the table, it is better to choose the desktop option. For rare use, a pocket copy will be enough; for road use, a ruler will be an excellent choice.

• Backlight. You should immediately figure out whether this option is needed so as not to overpay for it. If you have to read a lot in a poorly lit room or in the evenings, it makes sense to choose a magnifier with this option.