Ledu L745BK Fluorescent Magnifying Swing Arm Clamp Mount Lamp, 42 Reviews

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Just today I received my black,Ledu L745BK Fluorescent Swing Arm Magnifying Lamp and I am happy as a Lark! I'd bought the same Ledu light some 25 yeqrs ago, in white, and after years of heavy service the plastic lens mounting clamps deteriorated. Fortunately, I located the Ledu Mfg. name and Model # and Amazon had one in stock. It's quite an amazing device and I just don't fathom how some other reviewers felt the device was poorly constructed! It's nearly all metal, has a vigorous heavy duty clamp and additional electrical 3-prong outlet at the base for computer or typewriter. There are 4 heavy-duty jointed segments with swivels that can be tightened to maintain its stance. The 5 inch biconvex lens and 22 Watt circular fluorescent tube provides ample illuminated magnification for diverse uses: in my case for forensic examination of photographs & documents, but also for checking microcircuitry on computer components, repair of jewelry items, watch bands, etc. When not in use it easily swings out of the way. I also find it very useful for examination of cuts, bruises and facilitates the removal of splinters ( I am a physician).

The improvements I noted over that of my previous light is that this lamp has more spectral white, and it lights immediately, no longer in need of holding the button down for a few seconds.

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My biggest complaint is definitely with the strength of the c-clamp style base and the post that is used to hold the lamp in the clamp. Plastic and metal combination are pretty flimsy. It's not a great fitment either and is shaky, flexible, and a seems a bit weak and fragile. I've got to remind myself not to grab and pull it from a folded, resting position too quickly as it's likely to bend or break under the pressure. Except for this short-coming, the rest of the lamp works well.

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Initially, I was well satisfied with this lamp. At first glance it wasn't quite as well constructed as the previous swing arm lamp I got in the late 90s, however, it worked just as well.

However, I began to notice some flickering, and finally, and today it just stopped working. I played around a bit with the bulb, but got nothing. However, after disassembling the case around the circuit board in the light fixture, I found what appears to be a burnt out capacitor (a CD11G 15uf 250V 105C made in China capacitor). I'm pretty sure it's the culprit since there's some brown markings on the plastic casing and on the capacitor itself, while the identical capacitor next to it looks fine.

Needless to say, I'd expect more than 2 months of life for a new lamp. This seems like a case of low quality materials to me.

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Got the lamp but no mount, after alot of emails, phone calls and hassle returned lamp. The company ignored me after that...no refund, no replacement lamp, no communication worth a damn. Amazon.com looked out for my satisfaction though and refunded my money which i eventually applied to the purchase of another lamp from a different company. Alot of hassle around christmas time.

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This is an investment that will pay for itself very quickly. I read a review earlier that the plastic clamp doesn't hold the rest of the lamp very well. BULL. This thing clamps nice and solid. I have a desk about 1.5" thick and the only time this lamp shakes is when I'm slamming the desk.

If you do any kind of tedious work that requires good lighting that's easily manipulated, DON'T THINK -JUST BUY. You will not be disappointed with this. Great BUY!!!