Dioptre strength and lens diameter trade against each other · review
The stronger version of the Pro Flex, with a 2.25x glass lens on the same base and arm, for closer work.
Going from 1.75x to 2.25x shows fine work better.
Stronger lenses have a shorter working distance.
A table lamp for close hobbies.
| Magnification | 2.25x |
|---|---|
| Light | 5 W LED, 3000K |
| Base | Heavy |
| Arm | Flexible |
| Amazon ASIN | B07MMX4TS3 |
The lens strength.
No.
8.3/ 10
Choose it over the 1.75x for soldering or stitching.
workshop machines from the same category, at nearby prices. Only what all of them publish is shown: a column with holes compares nothing.
| Model | Price | Magnification | Light |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brightech LightView Pro Flex 2.25x | $45 | 2.25x | 5 W LED, 3000K |
| Brightech LightView Pro Flex 1.75x | $38 | 1.75x | 5 W LED, 3000K |
| KIRKAS 12X Clamp Lamp | $52 | 12X, stated | 2,200 lumens, 6000K, 24 W |
| SOOBUYGOO 15X 2-in-1 | $54 | 15X, stated | 72 LEDs |
A detail worker who wants a little more size.
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