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LowCost AT

Carson MiniBrite 5X Pocket Magnifier | NDIS LED Vision Aid

Carson MiniBrite 5X Pocket Magnifier | NDIS LED Vision Aid

$139.99
$139.99
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Building Capacity & Independence

  • Pocket-Sized Portability: Weighs only 48g and slides into a protective sleeve, making it the perfect travel companion for reading menus, tags, and receipts.
  • 5X High Power Zoom: Provides significant magnification for spot-reading small details, assisting users with moderate to severe low vision.
  • Distortion-Free Aspheric Lens: Advanced lens technology ensures the image remains sharp from edge to edge, reducing the eye strain caused by standard curved lenses.
  • Built-In LED Illumination: Features a bright LED light to enhance contrast, allowing users to read clearly in dim restaurants or dark corners of the pantry.
  • Rugged Protective Design: The slide-out mechanism shields the lens from scratches and damage, ensuring the device remains functional for daily community access.
NDIS Claims Ready Code: 03_220300911_0113_1_1
What does "Claims Ready" mean?
Support Item: Low Cost AT - Vision Related AT
Category: ["Category 03: Consumables"]

Our products are curated to support a range of disability-related needs and to assist participants to pursue their individual NDIS goals, in line with the principles of choice and control.

The term “NDIS Claims Ready” refers to our documentation and invoicing process, which is designed to support participants, nominees, support coordinators and plan managers when submitting a claim.

Important: It does not guarantee funding. Whether an item is funded depends on the participant’s disability-related needs, their approved plan and goals, and whether the item is considered reasonable and necessary by the NDIA or the participant’s Plan Manager.

View our full NDIS Claim Information Guide →

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Frequently Bought Together

Read small print anywhere, anytime with the Carson 5X MiniBrite LED Lighted Magnifier . This compact, high-performance piece of low-cost assistive technology is designed to support NDIS participants with Low Vision who need reliable magnification outside the home.

Standard magnifiers can be bulky and fragile. The MiniBrite features a smart slide-out design where a rugged plastic sleeve protects the lens from scratching when tucked into a pocket or handbag. Equipped with a 5X Aspheric Lens , it provides powerful magnification without the blurring or distortion often found at the edges of cheaper lenses, ensuring text remains sharp and readable.

How This Device Supports NDIS Participants

Community Access: Weighing just 48g, it fits easily in a pocket. This allows participants to read price tags, menus, bus timetables, or receipts independently while shopping or socialising, reducing reliance on support workers.

Health & Safety: The powerful 5X magnification is ideal for spot-reading critical information, such as expiration dates on food or dosage instructions on medication bottles, supporting safe independent living.

Visual Clarity (LED): The built-in LED light floods the viewing area with bright, white light. This increases contrast, which is essential for users with Macular Degeneration or cataracts to read in dimly lit environments like restaurants or shops.

Durability: The protective sleeve eliminates the need for a separate case and ensures the optical quality of the lens is maintained despite daily wear and tear.

Key Features & Benefits

5X Power: Offers strong magnification for detailed tasks and reading micro-print.
Aspheric Lens: Specially shaped to provide a crystal-clear image across the entire lens, minimizing distortion and eye strain.
Protective Slide-Out Case: Protects the lens from dust and scratches when closed, making it the ultimate travel-friendly vision aid.
Built-In LED: Illuminates the subject for enhanced contrast and visibility in low-light conditions.
Ultra-Lightweight (48g): Easy to hold and carry without adding bulk to a bag or pocket.

Meticulous Specifications

  • Brand: Carson

  • Model: MiniBrite (PO-55)

  • Magnification: 5X (High Power)

  • Lens Type: Aspheric (Distortion-Free)

  • Lighting: Built-in LED

  • Design: Slide-out Protective Sleeve

  • Weight: 48g (approx.)

  • Dimensions: Compact Pocket Size

  • Power Source: 3 x AAA Batteries (Not Included)

Package Includes

  • 1 x Carson 5X MiniBrite LED Magnifier

NDIS CLAIMS READY

Funding & Eligibility

This product is designed to support daily living goals and is generally compliant with Core - Consumables funding.

  • Support Item Name: Low Cost AT - Vision Related AT
  • Support Item Number: 03_220300911_0113_1_1
  • Budget Category: Core - Consumables

How to Order:

  • Plan Managed: Add to cart and select "NDIS Checkout". This generates a formal tax invoice for your Plan Manager to pay via email.
  • Self Managed: Purchase online for an instant tax invoice, or use "NDIS Checkout" if you prefer an invoice to upload to the MyPlace portal before paying.
  • NDIA (Agency) Managed: Use the "NDIS Checkout" to generate a quote. We will then arrange a service booking (endorsement might be required).

*Participant's funding eligibility is subject to their individual NDIS plan goals.

The Carson 5X MiniBrite is a specialized Portable Low Vision Assistive Technology. It is designed to assist NDIS participants who experience functional limitations in visual acuity, particularly during community access and daily living tasks.

How This Item Can Support NDIS Goals

This device directly supports NDIS goals related to independent living, social participation, and health management by:

Facilitating Community Access: It provides a portable solution for reading essential information (prices, menus, schedules) while out of the home, fostering independence.

Enhancing Safety: The high magnification allows the user to read small print on medication and food labels, reducing the risk of error or ingesting expired products.

Providing Reliable Visual Support: The integrated protection and light ensure the participant has access to magnification in any environment, regardless of ambient lighting conditions.

Meeting 'Reasonable & Necessary' Criteria

This device aligns with NDIS criteria as a value-for-money core support. It is a low-cost, durable optical aid that provides high-quality aspheric magnification typically found in more expensive clinical devices.

Some products are shipped through authorised logistics partners, including Amazon. Your purchase is always with LowCost AT, and we remain your responsible Australian supplier and NDIS registered provider.

Assistive Benefit: Portable 5X magnifier with protective sleeve for reading on-the-go.

NDIS Category: Core Consumables / Low Cost AT.

Magnification: 5X.

Lens: Aspheric.

Light: LED.

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