How do leds compare to conventional bulbs in length of use? A typical bulb may last as much as 500-1000 hours of use, while an led usually lasts 100,000-150,000 hours which equates to (24hours a day for 17 years! straight). Back to Top
What is the typical battery lifetime with the leds as opposed to a regular C or D with a bulb Our testing revealed that two brand new alkaline AA batteries in a small flashlight with a bulb will last about 2 hours and 15 minutes with a progressional degredation in light output until no light is available. The same test using one led and the same two 1.5V alkaline button cells went approximately six days of continuous use before the led was too dim to be of any effect. Back to Top
How do I change the button cells? The selector (on/off) switch needs to be removed to get to the batteries. First you need to line up the white dots (one on the switch and the other on the body) and then pull the switch off directly, after it's removed, the batteries should come out easily. Then replace the selector switch by lining up the white dots and pushing back on.
Note: negative side of batteries go in first. Back to Top
Can I clean the lens in my LoupeLite360? Yes, cleaning your lens is a very simple process. You must unscrew the LoupeLite housing from its closest section, and remove the lens spacer from the center of the housing, making the lens accessible. Back to Top
If I drop my LoupeLite360, will my Leds break? No, the Leds in your Loupelite360 will never break due to normal or slightly excessive shock. Back to Top
What if one or more of my leds cease to light up? This is certainly not normal. Generally Leds have NO issues at all. If this happens and your LoupeLite360 is under it's warranty period, just return it to us for a replacement. Back to Top
If I drop my LoupeLite360 in water, will this break it? Your LoupeLite360 is an electronic device, and as with most electronic devices, water can seriously damage the components. If this happens, your warranty would be void, however we do not anticipate that it would break your LoupeLite360. We suggest that you sufficiently air it out for a couple of hours with the batteries removed and reassemble with new batteries. Back to Top
How do I use My LoupeLite360? The LoupeLite360 is used like a typical "Hands Free" eye loupe. The main difference is the LoupeLite360 can provide you with an incredible amount of light via the lighted light ring. Just turn the switch to on when you are in the need for light and when you're not, turn the switch to off. Back to Top
Does my LoupeLite360 work in daylight? Yes, it works in the day just like a typical eye loupe. Back to Top
Does the LoupeLite360 weigh more that a typical eye loupe? Yes, it does weigh slightly more. However it is an insignificant amount and will not even be noticed. Back to Top
If I have other eye loupes will the LED housing fit on them? It is quite possible that it may. If you have other powers of loupes and want to use the housing off your 10x,15x or 20x LoupeLite360 to light them up, we suggest that you try them. If they do not work, you might try others or just acquire the LoupeLite360(s) that we have available. Back to Top
How does the LoupeLite360 compare to lighted hand helds? Well of course being "Hands Free" is a big advantage to the LoupeLite360. It also can also be used in hand as they are, however there is absolutely no comparison in the LoupeLite360's ability to out-shine the competition. The brightness provided by the LoupeLite360 is far superior to ANY handheld. Back to Top
When I want to light up my LoupeLite360, do I have to turn the light on and then place it over my eye? No, you can turn it on and off while in place over your eye. Back to Top
Do I have to order the Velcro Headband to ust the LoupeLite360? No, of course not. The LoupeLite360 is used just like a typical eye loupe. If you've never used a headband before there would be no need to use it now. The velcro headband was designed for the typical eye loupe, to aid in extended use. Back to Top
Does the LoupeLite360 come with batteries? Yes it does. It comes with (5) 1.5 volt Alkaline Batteries installed. We have additional batteries available on our Accessory page. Back to Top
Can my LoupeLite360 operate on fewer batteries? Yes it can. It can operate on as few as (2) 1.5 volt batteries, however this may require some modification to connect since the battery chamber is designed for (5). Back to Top
Does the LoupeLite360 come in any other power(s)? We offer the three most popular, the 10x,15x and 20x, to cover almost every application. At this time there are no plans to offer additional powers. Back to Top
Can I use my LoupeLite360 like a flashlight? Well of course you could if that's what you wanted. If the need arises (by all means), but if available we suggest you use a flashlight instead. Back to Top
I have pigeons and use an eye loupe. Does the LoupeLite360 work in sunlight? Yes it does. During the day in sunlight, the LoupeLite360 works just like the ones you've been using. Back to Top
Can I use any other batteries to make it work? We suggest you use the batteries that we've provided. The Energizer 364 is a comparable button cell and would work fine in your LoupeLite360. Back to Top
Is the LoupeLite360 easy to break? No, actually the LoupeLite360 is very durable, much more durable that a flashlight. We suggest that you handle your investment with care as it does contain lenses for it's magnification. Back to Top
Can I purchase the LoupeLite360 from anywhere else? You may possibly be able to purhase it elsewhere. However we are the manufacturers and they would be receiving it from us first. Back to Top
Can I purchase the LoupeLite360 for less somewhere else? Probably not. As we are the manufacturers, we set the retail prices. However you my find an individual willing to part with it. Back to Top
Can I buy the LoupeLite360 on Ebay? Not at this time. We do not have any distributors that are currently selling the LoupeLite360 on Ebay. However it could be offered by an individual. Back to Top
I have a Jewelers Supply. Can I purchase the LoupeLite360 wholesale? If you have a Jewelers Supply or purchase for one, you can contact our Sales Department at sales@universaloptic.com and receive information. Back to Top
I own a business and would like to use the LoupeLite360 Technology on other products. How can I do this? Universal Optic would consider Licensing for other products on a per application basis. You would need to contact our Sales Department or our Legal Department. (sales@universaloptic.com or legal-dept@universaloptic.com Back to Top
I have pigeons, how does the LoupeLite360 compare to an eyesign box? The LoupeLite360 will out-perform any eyesign box, by providing much more light, eliminating shadows and more importantly doing away with the heat caused by the incandescent bulb(s). And of course you don't have to bring the pigeons to the LoupeLite360. Back to Top
