[OT] My eyes are aging - glasses recos for electronics work/small print reading?
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-).. I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies. Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend? Thanks! John
Yes, I’m nearsighted and I formally carried around cheap drugstore reading glasses for when I had contacts in. I now use multi-focal lenses and no longer need the readers. On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 3:16 PM John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
Thanks! John
My wife has The same issue. She buys “dollar store” reading glasses, and uses them while she’s wearing contacts. On the other hand, when she has no contacts and Has to wear her glasses, she ends up wearing two pairs of glasses for close-up or for reading! I on the other hand, I wear glasses all the time and I have a pair of prescription reading glasses that I wear for Working on circuit boards and soldering. If that doesn’t work and I can’t see what I’m doing, I just take the glasses off and get very close to the circuitboard to read.! I hope this helps Mike R. Sent from: My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device.
On Nov 16, 2021, at 3:15 PM, John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
Thanks! John
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 3:16 PM John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
I never got around to getting a new pair of glasses for about 3 or 4 years before getting some about a year ago. My eyesight isn't really bad, but it helps to have them when reading things from a distance. Had to get a new eye exam. Apparently I couldn't use contacts any more because of various reasons. They recommended Bi-Focals. I went with the most expensive option: Progressive's lens which are a transition of distance higher on the lens and progressively closer as you get towards the bottom. They are also Transitions that get dark in sunlight. This way when I'm watching TV I can look at it (distance), then quickly look down at my phone (up close). I went to America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses. I recommend that you go to a reputable eye doctor to get a recommendation on your specific case.
Thanks! John
I use a large lighted magnifying lense with an adjustable arm that allows me to position to.see details. Great for checking solder joints, etc. Bill On Tue, Nov 16, 2021, 5:58 PM Jeffrey Brace via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 3:16 PM John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
I never got around to getting a new pair of glasses for about 3 or 4 years before getting some about a year ago. My eyesight isn't really bad, but it helps to have them when reading things from a distance. Had to get a new eye exam. Apparently I couldn't use contacts any more because of various reasons. They recommended Bi-Focals. I went with the most expensive option: Progressive's lens which are a transition of distance higher on the lens and progressively closer as you get towards the bottom. They are also Transitions that get dark in sunlight. This way when I'm watching TV I can look at it (distance), then quickly look down at my phone (up close). I went to America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses. I recommend that you go to a reputable eye doctor to get a recommendation on your specific case.
Thanks! John
John, Do you have an astigmatism? I do, and am nearsighted. I had a pair of glasses made which is mostly just an astigmatism correction, almost no distance. It makes doing close work *much* easier. Of course this means you'd have to switch from contacts to 2 different pairs of glasses. You could also stop by a pharmacy and try some of the readers on. -J On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 11:06 PM Bill Degnan via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I use a large lighted magnifying lense with an adjustable arm that allows me to position to.see details. Great for checking solder joints, etc. Bill
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021, 5:58 PM Jeffrey Brace via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 3:16 PM John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
I never got around to getting a new pair of glasses for about 3 or 4 years before getting some about a year ago. My eyesight isn't really bad, but it helps to have them when reading things from a distance. Had to get a new eye exam. Apparently I couldn't use contacts any more because of various reasons. They recommended Bi-Focals. I went with the most expensive option: Progressive's lens which are a transition of distance higher on the lens and progressively closer as you get towards the bottom. They are also Transitions that get dark in sunlight. This way when I'm watching TV I can look at it (distance), then quickly look down at my phone (up close). I went to America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses. I recommend that you go to a reputable eye doctor to get a recommendation on your specific case.
Thanks! John
-- Jason Perkins 313 355 0085
Interesting - thank you. I’ve previously been told I do in one eye though the last doc said it’s no longer apparent (?? :) ). I ordered a pair of safety + 1.5x magnification glasses to see how that works for the electronics work. I will take your suggestion and just try a set of pharmacy readers (+bring a couple of unreadable USB power supplies with me to test :)). thanks! On Wed, Nov 17, 2021 at 07:17 Jason Perkins via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
John,
Do you have an astigmatism? I do, and am nearsighted. I had a pair of glasses made which is mostly just an astigmatism correction, almost no distance.
It makes doing close work *much* easier. Of course this means you'd have to switch from contacts to 2 different pairs of glasses.
You could also stop by a pharmacy and try some of the readers on.
-J
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 11:06 PM Bill Degnan via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I use a large lighted magnifying lense with an adjustable arm that allows me to position to.see details. Great for checking solder joints, etc. Bill
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021, 5:58 PM Jeffrey Brace via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 3:16 PM John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
I never got around to getting a new pair of glasses for about 3 or 4 years before getting some about a year ago. My eyesight isn't really bad, but it helps to have them when reading things from a distance. Had to get a new eye exam. Apparently I couldn't use contacts any more because of various reasons. They recommended Bi-Focals. I went with the most expensive option: Progressive's lens which are a transition of distance higher on the lens and progressively closer as you get towards the bottom. They are also Transitions that get dark in sunlight. This way when I'm watching TV I can look at it (distance), then quickly look down at my phone (up close). I went to America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses. I recommend that you go to a reputable eye doctor to get a recommendation on your specific case.
Thanks! John
-- Jason Perkins 313 355 0085
one other solution is to outsource your vintage computing. I have sent all of my computers and parts overseas and they do all of the work remotely. I am told it's nice. b On Wed, Nov 17, 2021 at 3:11 PM John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
Interesting - thank you. I’ve previously been told I do in one eye though the last doc said it’s no longer apparent (?? :) ). I ordered a pair of safety + 1.5x magnification glasses to see how that works for the electronics work. I will take your suggestion and just try a set of pharmacy readers (+bring a couple of unreadable USB power supplies with me to test :)). thanks!
On Wed, Nov 17, 2021 at 07:17 Jason Perkins via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
John,
Do you have an astigmatism? I do, and am nearsighted. I had a pair of glasses made which is mostly just an astigmatism correction, almost no distance.
It makes doing close work *much* easier. Of course this means you'd have to switch from contacts to 2 different pairs of glasses.
You could also stop by a pharmacy and try some of the readers on.
-J
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 11:06 PM Bill Degnan via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I use a large lighted magnifying lense with an adjustable arm that allows me to position to.see details. Great for checking solder joints, etc. Bill
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021, 5:58 PM Jeffrey Brace via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 3:16 PM John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
I never got around to getting a new pair of glasses for about 3 or 4 years before getting some about a year ago. My eyesight isn't really bad, but it helps to have them when reading things from a distance. Had to get a new eye exam. Apparently I couldn't use contacts any more because of various reasons. They recommended Bi-Focals. I went with the most expensive option: Progressive's lens which are a transition of distance higher on the lens and progressively closer as you get towards the bottom. They are also Transitions that get dark in sunlight. This way when I'm watching TV I can look at it (distance), then quickly look down at my phone (up close). I went to America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses. I recommend that you go to a reputable eye doctor to get a recommendation on your specific case.
Thanks! John
-- Jason Perkins 313 355 0085
One advantage is the tiny hands. They Into those very tight places Sent from: My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device.
On Nov 17, 2021, at 3:14 PM, Bill Degnan via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
one other solution is to outsource your vintage computing. I have sent all of my computers and parts overseas and they do all of the work remotely. I am told it's nice. b
On Wed, Nov 17, 2021 at 3:11 PM John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
Interesting - thank you. I’ve previously been told I do in one eye though the last doc said it’s no longer apparent (?? :) ). I ordered a pair of safety + 1.5x magnification glasses to see how that works for the electronics work. I will take your suggestion and just try a set of pharmacy readers (+bring a couple of unreadable USB power supplies with me to test :)). thanks!
On Wed, Nov 17, 2021 at 07:17 Jason Perkins via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
John,
Do you have an astigmatism? I do, and am nearsighted. I had a pair of glasses made which is mostly just an astigmatism correction, almost no distance.
It makes doing close work *much* easier. Of course this means you'd have to switch from contacts to 2 different pairs of glasses.
You could also stop by a pharmacy and try some of the readers on.
-J
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 11:06 PM Bill Degnan via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I use a large lighted magnifying lense with an adjustable arm that allows me to position to.see details. Great for checking solder joints, etc. Bill
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021, 5:58 PM Jeffrey Brace via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 3:16 PM John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
I never got around to getting a new pair of glasses for about 3 or 4 years before getting some about a year ago. My eyesight isn't really bad, but it helps to have them when reading things from a distance. Had to get a new eye exam. Apparently I couldn't use contacts any more because of various reasons. They recommended Bi-Focals. I went with the most expensive option: Progressive's lens which are a transition of distance higher on the lens and progressively closer as you get towards the bottom. They are also Transitions that get dark in sunlight. This way when I'm watching TV I can look at it (distance), then quickly look down at my phone (up close). I went to America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses. I recommend that you go to a reputable eye doctor to get a recommendation on your specific case.
Thanks! John
-- Jason Perkins 313 355 0085
On 11/16/21 11:06 PM, Bill Degnan via vcf-midatlantic wrote:
I use a large lighted magnifying lense with an adjustable arm that allows me to position to.see details. Great for checking solder joints, etc. Bill
I'm farsighted & couldn't read tiny print within arm's length. I have prescription glasses but need something stronger when dealing with the near (within arms length). I bought a few cheaters, one that's close to my normal prescription, one that's slightly above (good as reading glasses in a comfortable chair) and one 8x for checking solder joints and working close up in telco boxes. :-) The telco box need was because the box is usually blocked from the sun. Actually a light source would help there more than the multiple factor but it's also near. I am going to get the adjustable arm with light but also the weird magnifier with light that sits on your head and you flip up and down as needed. Not sure of the magnifier yet. This will be for surface mount and board checking. At CDL we use the adjustable arm a lot. -- Linux Home Automation Neil Cherry ncherry@linuxha.com http://www.linuxha.com/ Main site http://linuxha.blogspot.com/ My HA Blog Author of: Linux Smart Homes For Dummies
Not really eye glasses and probably doesn't meets safety glasses either but this is what I use over my normal glasses for close up work. https://www.amazon.com/SE-Illuminated-Dual-Flip-Magnifier/dp/B08J2V8M8Y/ref=... On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 03:15:23PM -0500, John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
Thanks! John
What David said. I think I purchased the exact one, or very similar. I have had glasses for astigmatism (but no nearsightedness or farsightedness, which is unique) most of my life. My near vision used to be awesome, I could hold thinks close to my face and make out minute details. In my 40s, my ability to focus nearby started getting weaker, so I got progressive (bifocal) glasses for every day use. However, when I use the magnifier Dave suggested, I use them with a pair of glasses with my normal prescription, without the bifocal part. The goggles provide near-vision assistance. For my specific eyesight issues, it works extremely well. It is a good solution, especially when not at home. When I am home, I typically use a swing-arm, lighted magnifier like Bill described. Hope this makes sense and helps. Chris On Wed, Nov 17, 2021 at 7:30 AM David Gesswein via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
Not really eye glasses and probably doesn't meets safety glasses either but this is what I use over my normal glasses for close up work.
https://www.amazon.com/SE-Illuminated-Dual-Flip-Magnifier/dp/B08J2V8M8Y/ref=...
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 03:15:23PM -0500, John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
Thanks! John
Makes perfect sense - I need to really set up a proper work area anyway so I might as well do the arm magnifier even I get other ‘reader’ glasses to go.. Thanks! And yes I can relate to the 40s part ;-) On Wed, Nov 17, 2021 at 09:31 Chris Fala via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
What David said. I think I purchased the exact one, or very similar.
I have had glasses for astigmatism (but no nearsightedness or farsightedness, which is unique) most of my life. My near vision used to be awesome, I could hold thinks close to my face and make out minute details. In my 40s, my ability to focus nearby started getting weaker, so I got progressive (bifocal) glasses for every day use. However, when I use the magnifier Dave suggested, I use them with a pair of glasses with my normal prescription, without the bifocal part. The goggles provide near-vision assistance. For my specific eyesight issues, it works extremely well. It is a good solution, especially when not at home. When I am home, I typically use a swing-arm, lighted magnifier like Bill described.
Hope this makes sense and helps.
Chris
On Wed, Nov 17, 2021 at 7:30 AM David Gesswein via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
Not really eye glasses and probably doesn't meets safety glasses either but this is what I use over my normal glasses for close up work.
https://www.amazon.com/SE-Illuminated-Dual-Flip-Magnifier/dp/B08J2V8M8Y/ref=...
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 03:15:23PM -0500, John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have
real
trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
Thanks! John
Nice - these look nicely adjustable and with a light. Appreciate the link! On Wed, Nov 17, 2021 at 07:30 David Gesswein via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vcfed.org> wrote:
Not really eye glasses and probably doesn't meets safety glasses either but this is what I use over my normal glasses for close up work.
https://www.amazon.com/SE-Illuminated-Dual-Flip-Magnifier/dp/B08J2V8M8Y/ref=...
On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 03:15:23PM -0500, John Heritage via vcf-midatlantic wrote:
I'm sure at least a few of you can relate. Hell, I *know* Crawford Griffith can relate ;-)..
I wear contact lenses and without the lenses I can read small print/see tiny text on PCBs without problem. Once the contacts are in I have real trouble focusing in some cases on small fonts, or other details such as the crappy way manufacturers print specs on power supplies.
Any specific recommendations for eye glasses here? Are cheap reading glasses sufficient for [seeing] soldering "up close" and other uses like that or is there a type of reading / magnifying glass that's also for safety that someone would recommend?
Thanks! John
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