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Elcometer 137 Illuminated Magnifier
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The Elcometer 137 Illuminated Magnifier (H137-1) is a battery powered magnifier for assessing the characteristics of a surface at close range. A closer inspection is often needed to establish the exact condition of a material's profile or cleanliness, and many working environments are in low light or dark areas such as ballast tanks and oil and gas tanks, so a magnifier with its own light source is the practical tool for the job.

The Elcometer 137 Illuminated Magnifier provides x10 magnification for close surface inspection and a scaled lens, allowing surface features to be measured directly. The Elcometer 137 Illuminated Magnifier is well suited to viewing surface comparators, where a single segment can be examined in detail against the test surface. The unit is lightweight and portable, measuring 33 x 215mm and weighing 236g, and is powered by three LR14 (C) batteries.

Used in coatings inspection and surface preparation, and a standard tool in the flooring and waterproofing industry, the Elcometer 137 Illuminated Magnifier is supplied by BAMR, South Africa's authorised distributor.

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Elcometer 137 Illuminated Magnifier

The Elcometer 137 Illuminated Magnifier is a popular well priced quality product used for assessing the characteristics of a surface. From time to time a closer inspection of a surface is required to ascertain the exact conditions of the material's profile, cleanliness etc. Furthermore, many environments can be in low light or dark areas - ballast tanks, oil and gas tanks, etc.

  • Lightweight, battery powered, portable magnifier
  • Ideal for viewing surface comparators
  • x10 magnification for close surface inspection
  • Scaled lens for easy measurement of surface features
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When to use the Elcometer 137 Illuminated Magnifier

You reach for the 137 when you need a closer look at a surface to judge its profile, cleanliness or condition, often in the low light of a ballast or oil and gas tank. It is a lightweight battery-powered magnifier with its own light and a scaled lens for measuring surface features.

  • 1
    Light built in for dark areas
    Tanks and enclosed spaces are often poorly lit, so a magnifier with its own light source lets you assess the surface where ambient light is not enough.
  • 2
    x10 with a measuring scale
    The x10 magnification brings surface features into close view and the scaled lens lets you measure them, useful for reading surface comparators and judging cleanliness on site.
  • 3
    Portable for field use
    At 236g and battery powered it is easy to carry to the work face, so the inspector can check the surface in place rather than taking a sample away.
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Specifications

Specifications

H137-1
Elcometer 137 Illuminated Magnifier
Battery Type
3 x LR14 (C)
Dimensions
33 x 215mm
Weight
236g
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Frequently asked questions

When would I need an illuminated magnifier like the Elcometer 137 rather than a plain one?

Choose the Elcometer 137 for inspections in low light or dark areas such as ballast tanks and oil and gas tanks, where its illumination lets you check a surface's profile and cleanliness without separate lighting.

What battery does the Elcometer 137 (H137-1) use?

It runs on three LR14 (C) batteries.

Is the Elcometer 137 practical to carry between inspection sites?

Yes. It measures 33 x 215mm and weighs 236g, so it is compact enough to carry between sites and use in confined spaces such as tanks.

What can I actually check with the Elcometer 137?

It is used for closer inspection of a surface, letting you assess the material's profile and cleanliness in detail.

Is the Elcometer 137 a budget option, and how do I get pricing?

It is described as a well priced quality product for surface assessment. For an exact figure, request a quote rather than relying on a listed price.

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