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New Products: Tools, Microscopes/Magnifiers, & Scales

Gemstone Gauge
Kassoy offers the C-Master, a gemstone gauge that measures gemstones from melee to 25mm by 0.01mm. Based on those measurements, it also calculates the weight. To operate, the user selects the type of gemstone and its shape, takes the measurements, and the C-Master calculates the weight of diamond, corundum, emerald, and alexandrite stones in round, oval, marquise, square, and cabochon cuts. Its size is 7.1" x 0.7". Call (800) 4-KASSOY or visit www.kassoy.com/gauges01.htm. 03/05

Hands Free Light Source
Q Lighting has added the Mini-Techlite to its line of lighting devices. It is comprised of an intense, one-watt LED light strapped to the user�fs head by a leather band with an adjustable Velcro closure. Twenty hours of power are provided with the use of three AAA batteries. The Mini-Techlite weighs about 5 oz. with batteries. Call (877) 741-4612 or visit www.q-lighting.com. 03/05

Pocket Digital Balance
Scientifics(R) announces the release of its Pocket Digital Balance �\ small enough to fit in a shirt pocket and as light as a bifold wallet. The display indicates overload, low voltage, and stability, and freezes automatically when stable for two seconds. It automatically calibrates to 100 grams, weight included. After a minute of non-use, the balance automatically shuts off. It comes with mounted tweezes, two cell batteries, and a protective pouch. Call (800) 728-6999 or (716) 874-9091, fax (800) 828-3299, e-mail cons_order@edsci.com, or visit www.scientificsonline.com. 06/04

Natural Light Lamp
Ott-Lite presents its Lexington Table Lamp �\ a European-style table lamp that uses a �gTrueColor�h light bulb made of rare earth phosphors to create illumination that looks and feels like natural daylight. The lamp height extends from 23" to 27.5". It comes with a marbelized shade and swivels 360�‹. Two finishes are available �\ antique brushed nickel and mocha pearl. Call (800) 842-8848, ext. 400 or (813) 621-0058, e-mail cust
mjsa@mjsainc.com, or visit www.ott-lite.com.

Microscope Pen
A portable, pocket size microscope (5.5" in length) is now available from www.microscopepen.com. It has a lens power of 100x. An adjuster ring allows for focusing, and a pen clip allows for it to be carried while working. For more information, write to info@microsopepen.com. (2/04)

Stereomicroscope with Fluorescent Ring Illumination
The Edmund 20x/40x Stereomicroscope with Fluorescent Ring Illumination provides wide and bright illumination for viewing of large items and objects. It is ideal for viewing fine detail of castings, timepiece movements, stones, and ornamental rocks. The ring configuration produces a circular ring of light directly down and around the item, resulting in even lighting and the virtual elimination of visible shadows. Other features include a rotating nose piece, a rotating head, and solid body construction with rack and pinion focusing. Call (716) 874-9091 or (800) 728-6999, fax (800) 828-3299, e-mail cons_order@edsci.com, or visit www.scientificsonline.com. (12/03)

Hard Wire Cutter
The Xuron 2193F Hard Wire Shear has the ability to hold a wire securely while producing a square cut on both ends of the cut wire. The bypass shearing action cuts the wire while the adjustable clamp holds it at a right angle. Featuring soft Xuro-Rubber™ grip and a low-impact return spring, these wire cutters are designed to cut up to 0.064" or 1.6mm. Call (207) 283-1401, fax (207) 283-0594, e-mail info@xuron.com, or visit www.xuron.com. (11/03)

Wire-Loop Pliers
Rio Grande presents the new Swanstrom wire-wrapping pliers, designed to form a perfect loop every time. The pliers contain a free-floating centering pin between the jaws — the hidden secret to quick and easy wire loops. The artist needs only to place the wire around the pin and squeeze the Soft-Touch™ sure-grip handles. There is an endless variety of loops to accommodate any gauge and different ways of wrapping the wire. The pin itself is 2mm in diameter, and the pliers will accept wire up to 18 gauge. Jewelers may call (800) 545-6566 from the U.S., (800) 253-9738 from Canada, or (505) 839-3011 from all other countries. Or, fax (800) 965-2329, e-mail info@riogrande.com, or visit www.riogrande.com. (10/03)

Flush Wire Cutters
A series of industrial-grade wire cutters featuring special head styles for cutting soft metals, wires, and plastic, including a tapered model for hard-to-reach areas, is available from Xuron Corp. Xuron 9000 Series Micro-Shear® Flush Cutters are manufactured from alloyed, heat-treated steel. The cutting edges are hardened and the hand grips are cushioned with rubber. Call (207) 283-1401, fax (207) 283-0594, e-mail info@xuron.com, or visit www.xuron.com. (7/03)

New Leica Gemological Microscope
Kassoy releases a new gemological microscope featuring the newest Leica optics and a redesigned base. The Leica S6E head gives 10X to 64X magnification with the standard 16X eyepiece. The Leica Doubler lens allows 128X magnification to be obtained. Other features include built-in fiber optic lighting, tungsten halogen darkfield/brightfield illumination with an iris diaphragm, and overhead fluorescent lighting. Call (800) 4-KASSOY or visit www.kassoy.com. (5/03)

Check out more Loupes and Scales in our Product Highlights sections.

Classic Metal™ Eyeglass Loupe
Bausch & Lomb introduces the Classic Metal™ eyeglass loupe. Available in both single lens and double lens models, the Classic Metal™ loupe can be used with most shapes and styles of safety eyewear. Visit www.bausch.com/va. (7/03)

Precision Counting Scale
A new precision counting scale that provides five-digit unit weight calculation, a large weight memory, high resolution, and an easy-to-read display is now being offered by Alliance Scale, Inc. The Alliance/CAS Model SC-25P has a 50lb. x .01 lb. (25kg x 5g) weighing capacity with 1?100,000 internal resolution. This english/metric convertible bench-top scale has a bright, VFD display and a stainless steel platter. For more information, call (781) 828-8386, e-mail sales@alliancescale.com, or visit www.alliancescale.com. (12/02)

Precision Pliers
A full line of precision pliers is available from Xuron Corporation of Saco, Maine. Each pair of pliers is designed for specific applications, ranging from opening rings to forming and bending wire. Manufactured from high carbon steel, they are slim and lightweight. For more information, contact Xuron Coporation, (207) 283-1401, fax (207) 283-0594, email info@xuron.com, or visit www.xuron.com.(12/02)

Forging Hammer
Anyang Forging Press Machinery Industry Stock Co., Ltd. now offers the C41 series pneumatic forging hammer. This hammer is widely used for drawing out, upsetting, punching, chiseling, forging, welding, bending, and twisting. A special oil pump is provided for lubricating the cylinders. For more info (or to view the product), visit http://go4.163.com/czf78.

Groovy-Anywhere Tool and Clamp
Burton Designs announces the new Groovy-Anywhere Tool and Clamp. It is an accessory to the flexible shaft machine. The tool cuts precise 60° and 90° grooves in flat metal to permit bending with a small external radius. Pleating and folding can also be achieved. The range of the tool is 26 to 14 metal gauges and is easily adjusted. The companion clamp has been designed to permit a starting cut and one or more finishing cuts. For more information, call (949) 461-9518, e-mail jsburton@fea.net, or visit www.artsights.com/burtondesign. (11/02)

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