NEW PRODUCT – OptiVisor – head-mounted magnifier – LX

Optivisorlx Lrg

NEW PRODUCT – OptiVisor – head-mounted magnifier – LX. Electronic parts are getting smaller and smaller, requiring good vision. To avoid eye-strain we like to don one of these OptiVisors. They’re a little dorky but they work very nicely, especially for glasses-wearers. Will improve your soldering technique overnight!

  • Lightweight lenses and tough materials are designed to last a lifetime.
  • Optical prismatic 5x magnification lenses from precision ground and highly polished molds.
  • Adjustable side pivots allow the visor to tilt at your fingertips.
  • Dial adjustment headband conforms to comfortably fit all head sizes.
  • Genuine leather padded comfort band with orthopedic felt for extra comfort.
  • Made in the USA (Kansas, no less!)

In stock and shipping now!


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1 Comment

  1. I’ve been using an OptiVisor for years and it’s the most essential single tool at my bench. My eyes like it so much I can feel them crave it whenever I sit down to solder. It’s comfortable and so easy to flip up for normal vision, I forget it’s on (embarrassing around the house). With the OptiVisor, a cheap hand loupe and bright lighting, I can inspect the joints on 25-mil quad flat packs, almost as well as using a microscope. It’s great for all electronic work and essential for surface mount.

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