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Quasar Led Lighting System for Optivisors | ELP-558.00
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Brand | Eurotool |
Color | Gray |
Batteries Required? | No |
Item Weight | 13.61 Grams |
About this item
- Great for hands free magnification when working on watches and jewelry
- Easily snaps over your Optivisor lens plate
- 6 LEDs placed around the frame for equal lighting
- Requires 2 AA batteries, included
- Optivisor NOT included
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Product information
Package Dimensions | 5.71 x 2.32 x 2.32 inches |
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Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
Item model number | ELP-558.00 |
ASIN | B0058ECQ46 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 0.48 ounces |
Manufacturer | Eurotool |
Date First Available | June 27, 2011 |
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The revolutionary Quasar LED lighting system is the best possible lighting solution available for your magnifying visor. The fixture snaps over the Optivisor lens plate and significantly increases visibility in any environment. Six strategically placed LEDs around the frame allow for unmatched clarity of image while decreasing and virtually eliminating shadows. The lightweight Quasar easily fits onto your magnifying visor and will run continuously for weeks on a single set of batteries. Includes: Lighting system frame Retro fit attachment pins Longer screw for loupe fitted visors 2-AA batteries Battery holder Velcro strap Instruction manual. (Optivisor sold separately) WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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Customers like the general illumination provided by the magnifier. They say the six LEDs provide lots of light and cover the entire field of view. They also like the ease of installation, and performance. However, some customers have reported issues with the wire length. Opinions are mixed on quality, weight, battery life, and value.
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Customers like the illumination provided by the magnifier. They say the LED lights are bright and cover the entire field of view. Customers also say the head lamp works great for lighting up areas. They also mention that the Optivisors are optically outstanding, but often you need more light.
"...The LEDs provide a white, daylight balanced light, and because there are six of them spread out across the visor, your work is evenly illuminated..." Read more
"...Absolutely not. No other light I've seen does such a great job illuminating my entire work area without casting shadows. It's an unbeatable benefit...." Read more
"...I can't feel the difference in weight on my head.* Light is even and shadowless. Works excellent on dull (i.e., non-shiny) surfaces.*..." Read more
"...The added light really, REALLY makes a difference. No more shadows, no squinting - really a large benefit...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the magnifier. They mention that it works well, is bright, and unobtrusive. Some say that it's great for creative activities and works excellent on dull surfaces. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and recommend it to others.
"...Light is even and shadowless. Works excellent on dull (i.e., non-shiny) surfaces.* Very bright light at 6-8" on fresh batteries...." Read more
"Hubby loves it. Good quality and works great. I recommend adding a light" Read more
"Clever addition, works as advertised...." Read more
"...Because the light is FANTASTIC. Distributed, even, shadowless, bright. Every time I hit that switch and can see my work illuminated I smile...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the magnifier to be easy. They mention that the device attaches easily, has good step by step instructions, and takes about 5-10 minutes. Some say that the modification is super easy and worth the lower cost. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of installation.
"...If you have any soldering skills at all, it's quite easy to splice in an extra length of small speaker wire, should you ever desire to move the..." Read more
"...Depends a lot on ambient light.Pros:* Easy to attach. Everything fits perfectly and goes together easily...." Read more
"What I like:Light fixture attaches easily, and does not change the feel or usability of the visor...." Read more
"Nice and bright. The battery pack is simple but it does the trick...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the magnifier. Some mention that it's a quality product, well thought out, and durable. They say the build quality on the lamp section is great and it'll stand up to a lot of abuse. However, others say that the springs are of the lowest quality, the battery pack is cheaply made, and the light kit is fragile.
"This light kit is a truly excellent addition to your Optivisor...." Read more
"Hubby loves it. Good quality and works great. I recommend adding a light" Read more
"...After a few dozen on/off cycles I have noticed that the light flickers a bit as the switch loses contact (when it should be on)...." Read more
"...This light has been very helpful when I use my optical visor.I read a lot of the reviews before springing for these...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the weight of the magnifier. Some find it very convenient and light in weight, while others say that the weight is very noticeable and causes the visor to constantly tilt to one side. The battery case is too heavy for the velcro to hold on, and the battery pack attached to the side is heavy enough that it drags down the divider.
"...All parts included.* Weight is negligible on the visor or on your head. I had no problem with visor holding position up or down...." Read more
"...comments from other reviewers about this light kit's battery pack being too heavy for and weighing down the visor...." Read more
"...LED bar, in itself, is lightweight and fits satisfactorily with the provided pins...." Read more
"...Yes, the velcro is janky. Yes, it makes the visor too heavy. And you know what, I DON'T CARE! Because the light is FANTASTIC...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the magnifier. Some mention it's a great product for the price, while others say it'll be an expensive waste of money.
"...Worth every penny." Read more
"...The easy to change, inexpensive, longer lasting AA batteries makes it worth it to me." Read more
"...The metal contacts and springs are of the lowest quality, cheapest, and softest metal that will fail rapidly...." Read more
"...Price is a bit higher than the quality would warrant but the value is excellent and it’s endured the rigors of my shop for about a year now...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the magnifier. Some mention that the batteries have lasted quite a while, are decent, and not over powering. However, others say that the lights keep falling off and the battery pack is quite heavy.
"...use often, and battery life is good with great illumination." Read more
"...(they go through both the lights and the lens) so the lens and the lights keep falling off...." Read more
"...The easy to change, inexpensive, longer lasting AA batteries makes it worth it to me." Read more
"...And finally, the batteries last a long time compared to the other lights I had." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the wire length of the magnifier. They mention that the battery wires are too short, the power cords are to short, and the switch causes the light to short. They also say the wires seem too exposed and would worry that they may be cut.
"...The battery pack harness, as others have mentioned, is too short to allow for positioning the pack at the back of the headband where it will have..." Read more
"Yes, the wire should be longer and neater so you can put the battery on the headband and not on visor. Yes, the switch is hard to find...." Read more
"Whoever mentioned that the wires are too short, and how simple it would have been to make them longer, got it exactly correct...." Read more
"...Two thin wires connect the two.Unfortunately, the wires are so short, it requires you to attach the battery pack to the visor itself,..." Read more
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If you buy a complete Optivisor kit, as I did, with this light kit and the accessory loupe lens, there is a minor difficulty you have to watch out for when you install everything. Do not fully install the light kit with the one-way push pins until you attach the accessory lens. The screw shaft that comes on the lens is not long enough to pass through and accommodate the thickness of the LED bezel. The Quasar light kit comes with a longer screw and you have to disassemble the lens assembly, with its spring and tension nut, in order to install the longer screw. The screw on the lens replaces one of the four plastic push pins and be sure to adjust the spring tension nut first for proper pivoting friction, before you install and tighten the nut on the inside of the visor. If you've got it right, the lens easily pivots in or out of your line of vision and stays in place without being jammed up.
I was a little put off by negative comments from other reviewers about this light kit's battery pack being too heavy for and weighing down the visor. I'm glad I ignored them because I did not find it objectionable at all. Even my petite girlfriend, who uses the Optivisor for z scale model work, did not find the weight objectionable at all. I followed the instructions that came with the kit, not bothering to extend the electrical wires, and was quite satisfied. If you have any soldering skills at all, it's quite easy to splice in an extra length of small speaker wire, should you ever desire to move the battery pack to the rear clamp band and not on the pivoting visor frame. Try it as is, I think you will like it.
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2021
If you buy a complete Optivisor kit, as I did, with this light kit and the accessory loupe lens, there is a minor difficulty you have to watch out for when you install everything. Do not fully install the light kit with the one-way push pins until you attach the accessory lens. The screw shaft that comes on the lens is not long enough to pass through and accommodate the thickness of the LED bezel. The Quasar light kit comes with a longer screw and you have to disassemble the lens assembly, with its spring and tension nut, in order to install the longer screw. The screw on the lens replaces one of the four plastic push pins and be sure to adjust the spring tension nut first for proper pivoting friction, before you install and tighten the nut on the inside of the visor. If you've got it right, the lens easily pivots in or out of your line of vision and stays in place without being jammed up.
I was a little put off by negative comments from other reviewers about this light kit's battery pack being too heavy for and weighing down the visor. I'm glad I ignored them because I did not find it objectionable at all. Even my petite girlfriend, who uses the Optivisor for z scale model work, did not find the weight objectionable at all. I followed the instructions that came with the kit, not bothering to extend the electrical wires, and was quite satisfied. If you have any soldering skills at all, it's quite easy to splice in an extra length of small speaker wire, should you ever desire to move the battery pack to the rear clamp band and not on the pivoting visor frame. Try it as is, I think you will like it.
The bottom line is that the Quasar kit supercharges the biggest benefit of the Optivisor: eye strain relief.
Now, about what others have said about 1) the odd choice to position the heavy-ish 2-AA battery pack on the Optivisor itself and 2) the low-rent velcro strap: both criticisms are on point. But both are easily remedied, if you have even the slightest idea of how to do something for yourself in the world of wires/electronics, or know someone who does. You can get the battery pack off the Optivisor fairly simply: replace the short run of wire from the frame to the battery pack with a longer wire. While you're at it, include a quick JST-style disconnect so you don't even have to think about the battery pack when you don't need lights. With a longer wire, you can put the battery pack in your pocket or on your desk -- when you need it.
Do I hold this shortcoming against the designer of the Quasar? Absolutely not. No other light I've seen does such a great job illuminating my entire work area without casting shadows. It's an unbeatable benefit. I'll put up with crappy velcro if I have to to get it.
Now that I think about it, though, maybe I should go see what kind of wire I have handy...
Pros:
* Easy to attach. Everything fits perfectly and goes together easily. All parts included.
* Weight is negligible on the visor or on your head. I had no problem with visor holding position up or down. The battery is back near the pivot point so it doesn't put any effective force on visor position. I can't feel the difference in weight on my head.
* Light is even and shadowless. Works excellent on dull (i.e., non-shiny) surfaces.
* Very bright light at 6-8" on fresh batteries.
Cons:
* Since the LEDs are point-sources of light they show up as lots of bright reflections in shiny surfaces, such as SMDs and PCBs. You can tilt the surfaces to reduce glare. For shiny surfaces, flat lighting (like tube florescent bulbs with diffusers) are definitely easier to see with.
Other Notes:
* Battery cover just slides open, you don't have to pry on anything (this wasn't obvious when I first looked at it.) Odd that there's nothing about how to work the cover in the instructions. They provide a tiny screw to keep the case closed but I'm not sure you need it.
* There was a #6 1.25" screw in the kit that has no obvious purpose. At least nothing I could figure out.
* I would call these a cool white color, perhaps 9000K
* I used some electrical tape to hold the battery wires against the visor so they wouldn't snag and pull out of the case; others have complained about issues with electrical connections. The product photo shows the wires laying flush to the visor but mine certainly didn't.