Inspection Mirrors & Magnifiers

Inspection mirrors and magnifiers are tools designed in maintenance of machinery, vehicles and even security purposes. Cromwell stock a range of different kinds of inspection mirrors and magnifiers for various applications. With big names like Oxford, Ullman Devices, Stahlwille and our own brand Kennedy.

What are inspection mirrors and magnifiers?

Inspection mirrors and magnifiers are designed to help the user view hard to reach areas, some can extend into areas that would be impossible for the user to see naturally. They can be angled to reflect the image back giving an easier view.

Why inspection mirrors and magnifiers?

Sometime machinery and vehicles need inspection for maintenance and security reasons, in this case inspection mirrors serve a sound purpose allowing the user to view areas that wouldn't otherwise be visible. Magnifiers are designed for intricate working allowing the user to focus on smaller hard to see detailing.

Types of inspection mirrors and magnifiers

• Telescopic mirrors - These types of inspection mirror have an extendable telescopic handle allowing for greater range when reaching hard to view areas, yet retracting for portability.

• Flexible mirrors - These mirrors have a shaft that can be manipulated in various directions allowing them to access hard to reach areas.

• Unextendible mirrors - These mirrors are great for set distances within reach of their fixed handle. They are mostly used for close range inspection.

• Under vehicle - These mirrors are specifically designed to inspect the underside of vehicles and as such are often mounted on wheels and are larger than other types of mirror.

• Loupe magnifier - These small magnifying lenses are specifically designed to view small and intricate detailing and work, close up.

• Desk magnifier - Mounted on a stand these magnifiers are deigned to be positioned, allowing hands free working.

Considerations when choosing an inspection mirrors and magnifiers

• Reach - How for your mirror can reach will determine the application. Telescopic mirrors for example can extend to reach hard to view areas, making them great for things like vehicle or machine inspections.

• Application - Some inspection mirrors are designed for specific applications, such as under vehicle.

• Size - Smaller mirrors and magnifiers are designed for up close detailed working.

FAQ

Is a magnifying glass a fire hazard?

Yes, magnifying glasses of all sizes can amplify the power of UV rays concentrating them on a singular area, which can cause combustion.