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I have had and used many lighted magnified lamps. This "Professional Fluorescent Magnifier Lamp is every bit what the name sayes and then some! When I opened the package I was impressed with the construction and style. The width of the lamp creates a nice wide umbrella of light after you kickstart the two fluorscent bulbs on both sides of the light. The lights are individually switched to save energy if all the light is not needed , not me I love to flood the area with light as I troubleshoot and repair electronic PC boards both thru the board and surface mount technology components. I like the lamp magnifier cover to keep finger prints and dust off the lens when not being used. What I really like the most is when I need to get a closer look, BOY can I get a closer look! The 7.5" x 6.25" lens is beautiful, crystal clear without distortion of anykind if you stay within the focal length of the lens. This can be a little tricky if you aren't used to a 5 diopter lens. Once you get the hang of it you will be very happy that you purchased this size and power of lamp. I read a review that addressed the distortion of the lens and the lack of light. I found none of this. When you first turn on any fluorescent light even instant start lamps it takes a little while for the lamps to warm up to their most efficient operating temp. When they reach their operating temp they are at their full lumen output. This varies at different ambient temps.

Ex: cold work shop = longer time for full brightness. Warm work shop = shorter time for full brightness. This lamp has plenty of light when it reaches temp. Well this is all this tech has to say at the moment, got to get back to work under my magnifier!!!!!

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I'll try not to repeat information on the website or covered by other reviewers. This lamp is substantial and well-constructed. The clamp will hold the base in place without twisting or sliding but you will need to crank down on it pretty tightly. The arms have enclosed springs and hold the magnifier in the position of choice without any appreciable drift. Two fluorescent tubes are provided with separate switches. Even after prolonged use, they do not radiate more than slight warmth to the face of the user or to the work. They provide ample, even illumination even for work on dark materials. The lens is large and free of annoying "cheap glass green" color. Another reviewer complained about distortion but this is unavoidable in a large lens of this type and modest cost. Center your work in the lens and distortion will not be a significant problem.

Lamps of this type are available with magnification factors from 2 to 8 diopters. The higher the magnification, the shorter the working distance. You may wish to go to an art or drafting supply store and look through magnifiers of different strengths before making your selection.

I have used similar magnifiers that cost much more but I find no functional difference between them and this much less expensive one.

Highly recommended.

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Very pleased with the size and magnification of the lense as well as the lighting. Problem: the unit will not hold position at all. I literally have to place something under the head to hold it in position.

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For the size of the light, size of the lens and overall weight, I am very disappointed with this light. There is a tremendous amount of distortion, so why make a lens this large? I would return it but I purchased it from JL Industrial and they don't allow returns unless it is defective, stupid me for not reading their return policy. There have to be better options out there.

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This is a nice lamp and it magnifies perfect. The only dislike about this is that if you have a craft table that tilts up the light will not hold its position it will swing down or you will have to hold it in place by hand.