Bend the flexible neck to any position and it will stay in place.

Bend the lamp and magnifying lens to any position—they’re mounted on separate arms for a flexible, hands-free setup. These magnifiers have a weighted base that holds them in place while you inspect parts, record observations, and make repairs with both hands. Peer through the bifocal lens to view parts at four times their size. Or angle the lamp to spot issues that are difficult to detect under overhead light, such as surface scratches or soldering defects.

Sturdy but flexible, these illuminated magnifiers have a weighted base to keep them still without tethering them to your workbench. A ring of LEDs creates even lighting for shadow-free inspections of electronics, soldered assemblies, and other parts full of nooks and crevices. Adjust the brightness with the dimmer to reduce glare on reflective surfaces. The sturdy pivoting arm holds its position more rigidly than gooseneck arms.

Magnifiers with a steel arm are more durable and less likely to dent than those with an aluminum arm. Magnifiers with an aluminum arm are lighter in weight than those with a steel arm.

Magnifiers with an enclosed spring block debris from getting stuck and hindering arm movement. Magnifiers with an open spring are lightweight and have knobs at the top of the arm to precisely adjust the position of the lens. The springs are easy to clean but require more maintenance because dust and debris can get stuck in them.

Magnifiers with a pivoting head let you adjust the lens up and down independently of the arm. Magnifiers that have heads with 360° rotation let you adjust the lens in all directions for precise angling.

Magnifiers with a neutral light appearance look less blue than those with a cool or daylight light appearance, causing less strain on your eyes over longer periods of use. Magnifiers with a daylight light appearance produce a crisp and clean light ideal for inspection. They’re brighter than those with a neutral light appearance and highlight white and blue tones.

Magnifiers with an ESD-safe (electrostatic discharge) coating dissipate static electricity, so they won’t pass along harmful charges if they touch sensitive components.

Use an add-on lens for greater magnification. To calculate overall magnification, add the magnification strength of the add-on lens with the strength of the existing lens.