Monoprice Ultra-thin Light Box for Artists, Designers and Photographers - Large 24.5-inch (22.4 x 14.6 x 0.3 inch)
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Does the box have to be plugged into an outlet?
A shopper
on Mar 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes. It comes with a cable adapter that plugs into an outlet and the other end plugs to the light table.
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- Victor S on Mar 5, 2019
- Purchased on Jun 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes. It comes with a cable adapter that plugs into an outlet and the other end plugs to the light table.
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- Victor S on Mar 5, 2019
- Purchased on Jun 14, 2018
Yes it does. You can remove the cord and put it away with the light box when you are storing the box.
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- Ruby M on Mar 7, 2019
- Purchased on Jun 4, 2018
Yes it needs to be plugged in to an outlet. It comes with a wall wart. Excellent product and price.
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- Armin D on Mar 5, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 19, 2018
Yes, it does, however the power cord is included with light box.
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- Debbie S on Mar 6, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 30, 2018
Yes, it has to be plugged in. It doesn't take batteries.
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- Patricia Mayberry M on Mar 6, 2019
- Purchased on May 4, 2018
Yes, two prong. This product is awesome by the way.
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- Janis M on Mar 5, 2019
- Purchased on Jun 22, 2018
yes it does. It is not battery operated!
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- richard on Mar 6, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 30, 2018
Yes, it requires power to light the LEDs.
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- William L on Mar 5, 2019
- Purchased on Jun 11, 2018
Yes, it must be plugged in to work.
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- Dr. Bubba on Mar 5, 2019
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2018
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will it work to look and photo very old negatives?
Leonard S
on Jun 8, 2017
BEST ANSWER: It will work with any negative, old or new, as long as you have the proper lens for capturing the image size of the negative you are using. You will most likely need a macro lens or a zoom lens with a macro feature. You may also need a sheet of very thin glass to hold the negative flat during capture.
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- Shawn M on Jun 23, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 17, 2016
BEST ANSWER: It will work with any negative, old or new, as long as you have the proper lens for capturing the image size of the negative you are using. You will most likely need a macro lens or a zoom lens with a macro feature. You may also need a sheet of very thin glass to hold the negative flat during capture.
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- Shawn M on Jun 23, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 17, 2016
HI LEONARD.
THE PRODUCT IS EXCELLENT FOR VIEWING NEGATIVES BUT NOT TO PHOTOGRAPH THEM. THE TYPE OF LIGHT SOURCE (WHATEVER IT IS) CREATES A ROLLING BAR EFFECT WHEN THE SHUTTER IS TRIGGERED, SIMILAR TO THAT WHICH IS SEEN WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING TELEVISION SCREENS.
HOPE THIS HELPS.
LARRY
THE PRODUCT IS EXCELLENT FOR VIEWING NEGATIVES BUT NOT TO PHOTOGRAPH THEM. THE TYPE OF LIGHT SOURCE (WHATEVER IT IS) CREATES A ROLLING BAR EFFECT WHEN THE SHUTTER IS TRIGGERED, SIMILAR TO THAT WHICH IS SEEN WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING TELEVISION SCREENS.
HOPE THIS HELPS.
LARRY
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- Larry J on Jun 23, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 26, 2016
Yes! It would be ideal as a light table for slides or negatives.
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- Tamara P on Jun 23, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2016
Yes, Good for looking at film negatives and slides
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- Louis S on Jun 23, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 6, 2016
Yes. It will serve as your backlight
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- mark v on Jun 25, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 16, 2016
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Can you cut on this without ruining the surface? What is the top made out of?
New User U
on Dec 6, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I wouldn't recommend cutting paper directly on the working surface - you'll cut the surface. If you have a translucent cutting mat that's not too think and will transmit sufficient light it might be possible to cut a sheet or two at at time using light pressure on the knife. I wouldn't try to cut anything more than a couple of sheets at a time, and I wouldn't recommend heavy pressure on the top of the lightbox. of course, YMMV.
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- Dr. Bubba on Sep 13, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I wouldn't recommend cutting paper directly on the working surface - you'll cut the surface. If you have a translucent cutting mat that's not too think and will transmit sufficient light it might be possible to cut a sheet or two at at time using light pressure on the knife. I wouldn't try to cut anything more than a couple of sheets at a time, and I wouldn't recommend heavy pressure on the top of the lightbox. of course, YMMV.
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- Dr. Bubba on Sep 13, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2018
I would definitely not use this as a cutting surface. It’s designed to be used to trace designs, view and sort transparencies, etc. Cutting anything on this will ruin the surface and create shadows when viewing anything backlit.
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- Dr. Bubba on Mar 5, 2019
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2018
I do not know what the material is on the top but would definitely not cut on it. I love it for tracing out my patterns that I later paint.
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- RUTH F on Dec 6, 2016
- Purchased on May 15, 2016
The large version I have has a 1/16" thick or so plexiglass (or polycarbonate) on top. So yes it will scratch.
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- Brett E on Dec 21, 2016
- Purchased on May 24, 2016
Is made out of glass, it may allow you to cut but it also may be scratched. I would advice not to cut on top
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- Antonio d on Dec 6, 2016
- Purchased on May 18, 2016
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Is it dimmable, or only ON/OFF?
Jared R
on Dec 26, 2016
BEST ANSWER: It is dimmable with nice variable adjustment by touching the power button
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- docjj1 on Jun 24, 2017
- Purchased on May 30, 2017
BEST ANSWER: It is dimmable with nice variable adjustment by touching the power button
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- docjj1 on Jun 24, 2017
- Purchased on May 30, 2017
It is dimmable, but brightness is not easily repeatable. It cycles through its brightness levels quickly, and you have to take your finger off the non-mechanical switch (I think it's a capacitive-touch sensor) at the exact time when it is at its desired brightness.
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- Alan B on Aug 6, 2017
- Purchased on May 15, 2016
Yes! the light setting is fully adjustable with just a touch. I am extremely pleased with my lightbox and have recommended it to many friends / collegaues that are also designers. An excellent product and value.
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- Tamara P on Dec 26, 2016
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2016
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Thickness of paper light can shine through for tracing?
A shopper
on Mar 6, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I would say 2-ply thickness is the comfortable maximum - though up to 3-ply is possible; although details of what is being lightboxed will be very hard to see . I'd recommend working on this lightbox in a complete darkened room to optimize transparency, and to make sure that what is being traced is on a thin sheet and in high contrast black and white . a good rule for fidelity and ease is to work on the thinnest media possible.
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- Bill S on Mar 6, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 29, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I would say 2-ply thickness is the comfortable maximum - though up to 3-ply is possible; although details of what is being lightboxed will be very hard to see . I'd recommend working on this lightbox in a complete darkened room to optimize transparency, and to make sure that what is being traced is on a thin sheet and in high contrast black and white . a good rule for fidelity and ease is to work on the thinnest media possible.
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- Bill S on Mar 6, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 29, 2018
The thickest paper I've used is 140lb watercolor paper. I can lay the 140lb over the drawing, which by the way is sometimes on paper thicker than tracing or light drawing paper, and there is plenty of light to trace the drawing onto the 140lb watercolor paper..
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- Daniel G on Mar 8, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 5, 2018
Only use it once so far and used double copy paper. I tried it with one sheet first ,but marker bleed through and now trying to find a cleaner to get it off light. Sorry, I trace patterns for rug hooking. So this may not be helpful .
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- Patricia C on Mar 6, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 19, 2019
The light is fairly bright, up to 140lb watercolour paper seems fine.
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- Jennifer E on Mar 7, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 25, 2018
It can easily show a sketch under two-ply Bristol board.
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- JEFFREY P on Mar 6, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 3, 2019
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If I use a clear cutting mat with this, is it strong enough to use with a knife and ruler to cut paper on the surface? Or might it collapse?
Sara D
on Dec 20, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I have the large version of their light box and just looked it. the top surface is 1/16" thick plexiglass, so personally I think you run the risk of potentially marring the surface and depending on how much pressure you apply you may crack it.
By the way plexiglass is not glass its some sort of polycarbonate plastic, so it can be scratched.
You could consider buying a piece of 1/8" clear glass to lay on top and do your cutting on that. Should not cost too much, and glass does not scratch nearly as easy as plexiglass does. Hope this helps:)
By the way plexiglass is not glass its some sort of polycarbonate plastic, so it can be scratched.
You could consider buying a piece of 1/8" clear glass to lay on top and do your cutting on that. Should not cost too much, and glass does not scratch nearly as easy as plexiglass does. Hope this helps:)
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- Brett E on Dec 21, 2016
- Purchased on May 24, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I have the large version of their light box and just looked it. the top surface is 1/16" thick plexiglass, so personally I think you run the risk of potentially marring the surface and depending on how much pressure you apply you may crack it.
By the way plexiglass is not glass its some sort of polycarbonate plastic, so it can be scratched.
You could consider buying a piece of 1/8" clear glass to lay on top and do your cutting on that. Should not cost too much, and glass does not scratch nearly as easy as plexiglass does. Hope this helps:)
By the way plexiglass is not glass its some sort of polycarbonate plastic, so it can be scratched.
You could consider buying a piece of 1/8" clear glass to lay on top and do your cutting on that. Should not cost too much, and glass does not scratch nearly as easy as plexiglass does. Hope this helps:)
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- Brett E on Dec 21, 2016
- Purchased on May 24, 2016
The body of this is solid plastic. The LEDs and electronics are all in the periphery. As long as it's on a solid surface it will not collapse, but it is plastic and will flex.
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- Jerry S on Dec 20, 2016
- Purchased on Jul 17, 2016
It's heavy glass and you won't break it, unless you lean on it with a lot of weight. Hope this helps, Shawn
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- Shawn S on Dec 20, 2016
- Purchased on May 30, 2016
Its strong to do What you're asking. But if you do use a knife you could scratch or score the surface
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- Marie r on Dec 20, 2016
- Purchased on Jul 2, 2016
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Can this be used as a light table for preschoolers or is the light too bright for their eyes?
A shopper
on Aug 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The light intensity is fully adjustable, bright to dim. It is definitely not a toy, so supervision would be important. Enjoy.
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- Sally A. H on Aug 22, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 24, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The light intensity is fully adjustable, bright to dim. It is definitely not a toy, so supervision would be important. Enjoy.
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- Sally A. H on Aug 22, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 24, 2016
They probably should not look at it for too long, but given preschoolers' short attention spans, this may not be a problem.
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- John E on Aug 22, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 21, 2016
We bought it to use as a light table for preschoolers and it has worked great.
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- Ellen L on Aug 24, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 24, 2016
You can adjust the brightness level.
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- Nick on Nov 15, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 28, 2017
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max power consumption ?
roger g
on Apr 7, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The light box is LED and is powered by a 12V power supply. Power consumption is listed at 6 watts.
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- Gary K on Apr 9, 2019
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The light box is LED and is powered by a 12V power supply. Power consumption is listed at 6 watts.
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- Gary K on Apr 9, 2019
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2018
Like on the electricity bill, not we much to notice and IRA is plugged in all the time
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- Crystal H on Apr 7, 2019
- Purchased on May 29, 2018
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Can you upload pictures from the computer for tracing?
A shopper
on Jun 28, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I believe you are asking if you can connect a computer to the light pad in order to transfer pictures from your computer to the pad. No, you can’t do this. There is no USB port.
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- Judith G on Jun 28, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I believe you are asking if you can connect a computer to the light pad in order to transfer pictures from your computer to the pad. No, you can’t do this. There is no USB port.
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- Judith G on Jun 28, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 17, 2020
No. You would have to print them first then lay the paper on the lightbox and trace that.
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- KEVIN A on Jun 28, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 11, 2019
This is a lightbox not a display so no upload possible
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- Herbert G on Jun 28, 2020
- Purchased on May 24, 2020
No, it's basically just a big flat lightbulb.
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- Alexandra C on Jun 29, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 16, 2020
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is there an easy way to wall-mount this? does it have places on the back for securing to the wall?
A shopper
on Jul 20, 2017
BEST ANSWER: There is nothing built in to wall mount this. It's a glass back with four thin rubber feet. You would have to build some sort of mounting system to hang it on the wall.
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- Patrick W on Jul 21, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 19, 2016
BEST ANSWER: There is nothing built in to wall mount this. It's a glass back with four thin rubber feet. You would have to build some sort of mounting system to hang it on the wall.
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- Patrick W on Jul 21, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 19, 2016
There are no mounting brackets on the back. Wall mounting would require additional hardware.
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- Ray D on Jul 20, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 18, 2016
No hole for mounting on the large or small.
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- Barbara M on Jul 20, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 18, 2016
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What is the color temperature of this panel and is the temperature adjustable?
Richard R
on Nov 2, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hey there, I’ve owned this for about 8 or more months now, the color temp is cool/white than warm/yellow. The only adjustment on this to my knowledge appears to be brightness, not temperature. Hope this helps.
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- Cole H on Nov 2, 2017
- Purchased on Apr 1, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hey there, I’ve owned this for about 8 or more months now, the color temp is cool/white than warm/yellow. The only adjustment on this to my knowledge appears to be brightness, not temperature. Hope this helps.
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- Cole H on Nov 2, 2017
- Purchased on Apr 1, 2017
It is a bright white that can be dimmed by tappingn the button on the panel. I have 2 of these and they work great.
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- Upset on Nov 2, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2016
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What size is the barrel jack on the plug? Im trying to make this thing portable
A shopper
on Dec 5, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Based on the dimensions I found, an MCM 27-4345 4.0mmx1.75mm, 9mm long DC barrel connector 09H2198 seems to fit the bill. It's a straight plug, not a right-angle plug like the one on the power adapter that came with the light box.
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- MARTIN R. on Apr 8, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Based on the dimensions I found, an MCM 27-4345 4.0mmx1.75mm, 9mm long DC barrel connector 09H2198 seems to fit the bill. It's a straight plug, not a right-angle plug like the one on the power adapter that came with the light box.
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- MARTIN R. on Apr 8, 2020
The plug on mine measures 4mm OD and appears to be 1.75mm ID. However the barrel is only 9mm length, which is shorter than the normal 12mm length for DC connectors. The 12mm ones do not fully seat in the jack on the light box.
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- MARTIN R. on Apr 8, 2020
I believe it's 3.5mm OD x 1.35mm ID, positive inner, negative outer. 12 V.
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- Leslie H on Sep 6, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 19, 2017
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How to turn on light box? The red light is on and, I have engaged the power button. Nothing!
A shopper
on Dec 29, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Once the power is plugged in, just press AND HOLD the button, the light will come on, and will increase in brightness. Just remove your finger when it is at the brightness level you want, or continue to hold it, and it will go to maximum brightness and stop there. Do the same thing again, when you want to lower the light level...just hold the button until your desired light level is reached...then take your finger off of the button. It's much simpler than it sounds!
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- Mickey on Dec 29, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 30, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Once the power is plugged in, just press AND HOLD the button, the light will come on, and will increase in brightness. Just remove your finger when it is at the brightness level you want, or continue to hold it, and it will go to maximum brightness and stop there. Do the same thing again, when you want to lower the light level...just hold the button until your desired light level is reached...then take your finger off of the button. It's much simpler than it sounds!
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- Mickey on Dec 29, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 30, 2017
One of my three large light boxes, has a similar issue. If the area above the "on/off" switch is not covered completely by my finger, it does not respond. And, even then, it can be a bit finicky. Seems to happen when my hands are especially dry. Patience and persistence have prevailed. Remember, when the switch is pressed and held, the light intensity will slowly increase from the "off" position to full brightness, or decrease from a brighter state.
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- Erick W on Dec 29, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
You just touch the circle, hold it to set brightness.
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- Mike T on Dec 29, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 18, 2017
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What is the color temp, CRI, and lumens?
A shopper
on Mar 3, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Having no way to accurately measure, I'm only able to share that I've using several in my photography studio. The color temperature is a bit more blue than 5000° K-rated CFL lights, but still blends well with them. The boxes provide surprisingly bright and even illumination. Can be used close to small objects similar to a softbox for photography. There is no visible difference between my four units, some older and some newer.
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- Erick W on Dec 29, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Having no way to accurately measure, I'm only able to share that I've using several in my photography studio. The color temperature is a bit more blue than 5000° K-rated CFL lights, but still blends well with them. The boxes provide surprisingly bright and even illumination. Can be used close to small objects similar to a softbox for photography. There is no visible difference between my four units, some older and some newer.
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- Erick W on Dec 29, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
It does not get hot if that's what you mean , I have been having mine for a year and just love it you can choose the brightness of the light .. only down side I find it has to be plugged in whilst using !!
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- SONJA S on Mar 4, 2017
- Purchased on May 7, 2016
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Is this bright enough to shine through flower petals? I'm looking for a bright light table for a photography project. Anyone?
david m
on Sep 27, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I took a dark purple petunia and placed it on the light table at it's brightest setting and it made all of the veining of the petals clear. The garden is rather bare, so I didn't have other petal options to test.
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- Judy D on Dec 30, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I took a dark purple petunia and placed it on the light table at it's brightest setting and it made all of the veining of the petals clear. The garden is rather bare, so I didn't have other petal options to test.
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- Judy D on Dec 30, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
Yes, it is bright enough to nicely illuminate the veins in leaves. And its variable brightness will provide ample adjustment options for different petal densities.
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- Erick W on Dec 29, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
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Red light glows, but unit does not illuminate. Why?
A shopper
on Dec 29, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The red/orange light indicates there is power to the unit when it is plugged in. The lightbox itself must be turned on and off separately with the power button.
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- Aaron B on Dec 29, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The red/orange light indicates there is power to the unit when it is plugged in. The lightbox itself must be turned on and off separately with the power button.
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- Aaron B on Dec 29, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 4, 2017
Touch and hold the button to go to maximum brightness (appr. 4 seconds). Touch once again for less than 1 second and it will turn off.
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- Judy D on Dec 30, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
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Does anyone know of an option for a power adapter replacement. We have 2 of these but the power supplies were lost in an office move?
David L
on Feb 13, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
You would want to use a universal power adapter with at least 12V, 1A power.
You would want to use a universal power adapter with at least 12V, 1A power.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 22, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
You would want to use a universal power adapter with at least 12V, 1A power.
You would want to use a universal power adapter with at least 12V, 1A power.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 22, 2019
The 12v 1A is correct ... but WHAT SIZE PLUG do you need to use?
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- MARTIN R. on Mar 31, 2020
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Can this be used to weave vinyl?
A shopper
on Nov 30, 2020
BEST ANSWER: It's an excellent durable, flat light source with consistent edge-to-edge color and brightness. The brightness is fully adjustable so it can be adjusted for your requirements for different materials and densities. It is thin so I assume that it could illuminate specific areas of larger pieces with minimal distortion of flexible surfaces. Edge measurements make it easy to maintain consistent sizing and orientation.
It can also be stored vertically to save workspace or illuminate a work area. It's an extremely versatile tool with a precise and distinctive design.
It can also be stored vertically to save workspace or illuminate a work area. It's an extremely versatile tool with a precise and distinctive design.
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- George S on Dec 1, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 22, 2020
BEST ANSWER: It's an excellent durable, flat light source with consistent edge-to-edge color and brightness. The brightness is fully adjustable so it can be adjusted for your requirements for different materials and densities. It is thin so I assume that it could illuminate specific areas of larger pieces with minimal distortion of flexible surfaces. Edge measurements make it easy to maintain consistent sizing and orientation.
It can also be stored vertically to save workspace or illuminate a work area. It's an extremely versatile tool with a precise and distinctive design.
It can also be stored vertically to save workspace or illuminate a work area. It's an extremely versatile tool with a precise and distinctive design.
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- George S on Dec 1, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 22, 2020
Yes, but it is not the most cost effective product for this purpose.
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- Mark L on Nov 30, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2020
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I only want one?
A shopper
on Feb 19, 2021
BEST ANSWER: One will cover the basics for most jobs, but if there’s a question about what you need to see in your workflow at one time, then lay that work on a table and measure it. If you can be more specific about your work you can get a more practical answer.
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- George S on Feb 19, 2021
- Purchased on Apr 22, 2020
BEST ANSWER: One will cover the basics for most jobs, but if there’s a question about what you need to see in your workflow at one time, then lay that work on a table and measure it. If you can be more specific about your work you can get a more practical answer.
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- George S on Feb 19, 2021
- Purchased on Apr 22, 2020
I use this to sort slides
Its great. It large enough for most any task. Highly recommend it.
Its great. It large enough for most any task. Highly recommend it.
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- Herbert G on Feb 20, 2021
- Purchased on May 24, 2020
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What kind of charging plug and power is needed to run this light box? I would like specific details so that I might make a remote battery system
mike r
on Nov 23, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. The unit is powered by 12VDC and includes an adapter. In order to better assist you if you require further information and specifications, please feel free to contact us at tech@monoprice.com with a detailed question and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. The unit is powered by 12VDC and includes an adapter. In order to better assist you if you require further information and specifications, please feel free to contact us at tech@monoprice.com with a detailed question and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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What color temperature is this and what is the color rendering index?
Michael V
on Dec 4, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I don't own an equipment that can analyze color temperature, but by observation, this is bright. daylight white. I gave this to my daughter who uses it in her college design classes to be able to trace onto transparencies from stock pictures which she then scans and then uploads into motion graphics software programs for animation. It saves her a lot of time and is large enough to handle just about any picture.
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- Hector J. R on May 1, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 28, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I don't own an equipment that can analyze color temperature, but by observation, this is bright. daylight white. I gave this to my daughter who uses it in her college design classes to be able to trace onto transparencies from stock pictures which she then scans and then uploads into motion graphics software programs for animation. It saves her a lot of time and is large enough to handle just about any picture.
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- Hector J. R on May 1, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 28, 2017
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I've misplaced the power supply. Is it possible to order a replacement?
Barry P
on Apr 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I am sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, we would not sell replacement power supplies for this unit. I would recommend searching for a 12VDC AC adapter with multiple plugs to make sure you locate one that fits. I hope this helps.
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- Mark P Staff on Apr 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I am sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, we would not sell replacement power supplies for this unit. I would recommend searching for a 12VDC AC adapter with multiple plugs to make sure you locate one that fits. I hope this helps.
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- Mark P Staff on Apr 25, 2017
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Are the dimensions shown (22.4 x 14.6) the area of light or the exterior dimensions?
A shopper
on Dec 1, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Those are the exterior dimensions in inches.
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- Judy D on Dec 30, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Those are the exterior dimensions in inches.
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- Judy D on Dec 30, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
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Are the dimensions show (22.4 x 14.6) the area of light or the exterior dimensions?
A shopper
on Dec 1, 2017
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is it possible to change the ruler on it? It appears to be in cm
A shopper
on Dec 28, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I didn't see a way to order it with an inches measurement on it. I do know there are rulers that are made on adhesive tape, you could add one of those to it.
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- Judy D on Dec 30, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I didn't see a way to order it with an inches measurement on it. I do know there are rulers that are made on adhesive tape, you could add one of those to it.
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- Judy D on Dec 30, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 23, 2017
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Can this be used for movie posters? Can the color of the led light around the perimeter be changed?
New User U
on Jul 30, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This could be used for poster.
You cannot change the color of the lights.
This could be used for poster.
You cannot change the color of the lights.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 2, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This could be used for poster.
You cannot change the color of the lights.
This could be used for poster.
You cannot change the color of the lights.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 2, 2019
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Can I purchase the power cord for the large light box? I have lost mine.
A shopper
on Dec 17, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
We would not sell any of the accessories for this light box separately.
Sorry about any inconvenience this may have caused.
We would not sell any of the accessories for this light box separately.
Sorry about any inconvenience this may have caused.
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- Tyler C Staff on Dec 18, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
We would not sell any of the accessories for this light box separately.
Sorry about any inconvenience this may have caused.
We would not sell any of the accessories for this light box separately.
Sorry about any inconvenience this may have caused.
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- Tyler C Staff on Dec 18, 2019
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What is the warranty on this item? My experience is that pressure switches get twitchy and malfunction after time.
A shopper
on Feb 20, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This item has a one year replacement warranty.
This item has a one year replacement warranty.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 21, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This item has a one year replacement warranty.
This item has a one year replacement warranty.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 21, 2020
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what is the CRI rating for the light ?
A shopper
on Jul 28, 2020
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Can I purchase just the cord??
A shopper
on Nov 6, 2020
BEST ANSWER: The model number for the power brick/ cord is Intertek GKYPS0100120US1
I'm not allowed to add links but if you copy paste the model number you should find something. Hope that helps, bought this a month ago and it's been a wonder to use.
I'm not allowed to add links but if you copy paste the model number you should find something. Hope that helps, bought this a month ago and it's been a wonder to use.
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- Ryotaro Alen M on Nov 6, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 16, 2020
BEST ANSWER: The model number for the power brick/ cord is Intertek GKYPS0100120US1
I'm not allowed to add links but if you copy paste the model number you should find something. Hope that helps, bought this a month ago and it's been a wonder to use.
I'm not allowed to add links but if you copy paste the model number you should find something. Hope that helps, bought this a month ago and it's been a wonder to use.
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- Ryotaro Alen M on Nov 6, 2020
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