Would anyone recommended this lamp as "dual use" i.e. as a lamp over an artist's table and only moved when magnification is needed?
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Yes. It swings out of the way when you don't want to use it. This light also gives you the truest colors. I attach mine to the table but it also has a stand if you prefer.
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Yes it will do great for both uses. I have MANY hours on my first bulb and I did buy another bulb at the time of purchase as I did not want to have to be without the magnifier! I would recommend moving it by using the area where the lamp is attached to the arm.
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I believe it would work well for that purpose. I use it for woodcarving all the time.
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I use it as a general work light, and only occasionally use the magnifier. The light is quite good for detail work like the plastic models i buils.
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The clamp was extra for the heavy duty if I recall but not very expensive. No reason why you couldn't clamp it to the table, assuming there was a usable space, it's joined enough you should be able to adjust for tilt. One not, this is a large and heavy lamp, not something you necessarily want very close to your head.
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This lamp may not meet your desires. I use only the bulb that came with the lamp. A larger bulb may not be safe. J
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I bolted a 2x4 to the non-movable frame of my tilting drafting table, and then clamped the lamp to that. That works OK. If it were attached to the movable table top, raising or lowering the top could unbalance the lamp.
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I think it is big enough for a dining room table. I really don't know if it will reflect on the table. It is a very beautiful and unusual lamp. Not seen on any store.
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My hubby uses this for making jewelry and loves it so I've been thinking about purchasing a 2nd one for myself. My concern is the height of the lamp and the ability to adjust it for close up cross stitch and needlework and I've been procrastinating trying it out. Your question prompted me to get off my butt to go sit in the chair (thank you for that!) and adjust it to a good spot just to see if it might work, and it appears it will work great; however without actually attempting to stitch under it I can't say for sure. The magnifying it provides looks like it would be absolutely great for doing cross stitch or other close up needlework! I used to have an Ott-Lite and I think this Fulcrum has a much higher magnifier. Wish I could be of better help!
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Purchased one lamp months ago. I use it next to the night stand instead of table lamp because I love to read at night. Really like the lamp. Decided to get another lamp for the other side of the bed and put the table lamps that were there elsewhere. I believe they are worth the price. The ones that are less expensive are not made well. I do not think these are expensive. There are ones that are so much more expensive and they are probably better but for the money these are great. You get what you pay for.
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I doubt it,mine is attached to a table top...the lamp might be awkward and heavy for floor standing.
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Yes, I'd this lamp is good enough for that. Just a suggestion, tho. Use this bulb, it works a lot better than the others I've tried in terms of lighting and quality. It also makes this lamp prettier! Hope it helps: Triangle Bulbs T95035-6 5W E12 LED Candelabra Equivalent to 40W Incandescent Bulb, Chandelier Led Light Bulbs (6 Pack)
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I've used it as a light table by simply putting a desk lamp underneath. I'd suggest getting a desk lamp with a clamp. There's an area in the middle to the far back of the surface where the adjustable height arm connects to that can block some of the light. This didn't get in my way when working on 11"x17" paper, but if you're planning to use the entire surface lightboxed, it might be troublesome and require extra lights.
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If you have the same size table. we have always been told to put light on left side,but because you can open the top, which holes the light to a higher position mine older one does not have the magnifier but you can remove it. As long as no shadow doesn't come between the light and the work.
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I would think that the lamp would work for that purpose, as the temperature of the light output is the same as the temp of sunlight. There are other lamps available, with a better frame. I have one or two like the one shown, and I like the "touch on/off" switch, however, I have had two similar to these fail at the hinge. I have found the light with the flexible shaft to be more substantial, and uses the same bulb, and hold design.They are excellent desk lights. I do Tax and Accounting work, and they have really helped my tired old eyes. I use one on my desk, and 2 beside my monitor. We also use one for a piano light on my wife's Clavinova. Try one of the Flexible designs. You will like it. I would think that the lamp would work for that purpose, as the temperature of the light output is the same as the temp of sunlight. There are other lamps available, with a better frame. I have one or two like the one shown, and I like the "touch on/off" switch, however, I have had two similar to these fail at the hinge. I have found the light with the flexible shaft to be more substantial, and uses the same bulb, and hold design.They are excellent desk lights. I do Tax and Accounting work, and they have really helped my tired old eyes. I use one on my desk, and 2... » Read More I would think that the lamp would work for that purpose, as the temperature of the light output is the same as the temp of sunlight. There are other lamps available, with a better frame. I have one or two like the one shown, and I like the "touch on/off" switch, however, I have had two similar to these fail at the hinge. I have found the light with the flexible shaft to be more substantial, and uses the same bulb, and hold design.They are excellent desk lights. I do Tax and Accounting work, and they have really helped my tired old eyes. I use one on my desk, and 2 beside my monitor. We also use one for a piano light on my wife's Clavinova. Try one of the Flexible designs. You will like it. « Show Less
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Donna, I have never seen a lighted mag lamp like this in that level of magnification. Since you have already ordered it, try it out, you might be pleasantly surprised. My wife has Macular Degeneration and loves this lamp. We have been using it on (the same) battery power since December. The LEDs are bright and make a huge difference. I also purchased a table top lamp (different mfr) that is equally as good and useful for reading or working at the table. Best wishes to your husband and to you.
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It puts out a decent amount of light, but is definitely not a good light source for reading or any kind of project. I do however love the lamp and would recommend picking it up for a good price.
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Nope. This lamp isn't good for reading because most of its light is illuminated upwardly. However, I find it great for accent lighting. And if you'll use it for such application, I recommend a 40W Equivalent LED bulb. It worked best for me, especially this bulb: (Pack of 4) G25 LED Bulb 6W, Warm white, 3000K, 40W Globe Bulb Incandescent Replacement, clear Cover, Dimmable, UL Listed, Energy star certified,
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The lower lamp only swivels from the point that is close to where the glass is attached. It has very little movement. I would say it would not be good for that purpose.
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This lamp uses florescent light, very bright light from both sides of the magnifying lens. I use my lamp to design jewelry and I don't know what I would do without. Love it.