Headband magnifiers fit comfortably over prescription eyeglasses. They also fit nicely over safety glasses which is a key factor. Working at very close range sometimes puts the eyes into close proximity to whatever tools are being used. Eye safety is not compromised in the least. The OptiVisor even accomodates an LED light attachment for better viewing.

1. HEADBAND
MAGNIFIERS
THE PROS AND CONS

2. AN ARTICLE BY
TOPLEKA.NET
Low Vision Aids & Magnifying Lamps
© 2014 Topleka.net

3. Taking a look at the various advantages and
disadvantages that headband magnifiers have to
offer makes it easier to make an informed decision,
particularly if you’re looking to spend some of that
hard earned cash! Some tasks are better suited to
this type of magnifier. It’s generally preferred for any
work that requires using both hands such as
needlework, assembly of miniscule components, the
creation of miniature replications, jewelry, watch
making and model painting are examples of such
applications.
Headband magnifiers fit comfortably over
prescription eyeglasses. They also fit nicely over
safety glasses which is a key factor. Working at very
close range sometimes puts the eyes into close
proximity to whatever tools are being used. Eye
safety is not compromised in the least. The OptiVisor
even accomodates an LED light attachment for
better viewing.
They’re also ideal for magnifying the minute detail of
nearly anything. When it’s imperative to inspect
something up close, there’s no need to move a free-
standing magnifier to get the view that’s needed.
Stamp collections can be viewed easier. Intricate

4. artwork can be worked on without strain on the
eyes. The fine print on package inserts and product
labels are often not readable without some
magnification. Anyone who has ever dropped a small
screw or bead onto a floor can identify with the
frustration of trying to find it. A Headband Magnifier
like the Donegan OptiVisor not only makes it easier
to spot the lost part; it leaves both hands free to
sweep the area for it.
The most important feature of this headband
binocular magnifying tool is probably the fixed
placement and ease of control of distance from the
focal point. A comfortable, adjustable headband
holds it securely in place. The visor can be flipped up
onto the forehead when not in immediate use and
quickly lowered again when needed.
Magnifying lamps require constant positioning and
repositioning to accomodate obtaining a clear vision
of the work in progress. With a headband magnifier,
it’s much simpler to adjust the focus by moving the
head to the proper angle and distance in relation to
the work area. There’s no need to take hands or
eyes off the work to fiddle with a free-standing or
hand-held unit.

5. Some people find it a little challenging to do some
close-up functions like soldering while wearing this
type of vision aid. Depending on the strength of the
lens, it might be necessary to get mere inches away
from the work; sometimes, that doesn’t allow
enough remaining space to perform tasks
comfortably. One possible remedy for this is to order
the appropriate lens strength to get the needed
focal range. There are several dioptic strengths
available. The diopter number is found as a part of
the model number. It’s important to note that each
designated strength provides a highly specific power
of magnification intended for very specific focal
lengths.
It’s important to consider the distance from the
work being done so the right diopter strength can be
selected. As there is an increase in the magnification,
both the distance and the viewing field are
narrowed. Some people order a variety of strengths
to have magnifiers on-hand for various applications.
They’re affordable enough to consider it. There’s no
reason to be intimidated by the technical aspect of
making a purchase. It really is quite simple to
determine what you need. Charts are available to
make it a breeze. Knowing the headband magnifier
pros and cons should make it even easier. The best

6. part of all is when it’s on hand and ready to use.
What could be easier than hands-free?