Since its introduction in 1964, the Mod 10 pantograph desk lamp has stood as a trusted lighting companion for engineers, designers, architects, and technical professionals who require dependable, clear, and comfortable workspace lighting. Widely regarded as the definitive drafting table lamp, it provides bright, stable, and eye-friendly light that supports long stretches of focused work. Its enduring reputation comes not only from its optical performance but also from its ability to create a consistent, distraction-free visual environment across workbenches, production tables, and technical desks.
A hallmark of RIMSA’s Architectural Series, the Mod 10 embodies the company’s design heritage with a construction that combines durability, functionality, and timeless industrial appeal. The reflector is engineered in two sections: an upper portion made of fiberglass-reinforced nylon for strength and heat stability, and a lower machined-iron section finished with refined edge detailing that enhances light distribution. This structure supports both LED and incandescent sources, allowing users to select their preferred lighting technology while maintaining optimal brightness and visual comfort. The lamp’s optical design ensures clear, uniform light that reduces strain and helps professionals maintain precision in technical drawing, inspection tasks, and detailed manual operations.
Lighting control is intuitive and tailored for demanding work environments. The Mod 10’s pantograph arm provides exceptionally smooth maneuverability, enabling precise, stable positioning without rebound. Integrated springs maintain balance in any orientation, while dual adjustment knobs allow users to fine-tune friction and movement resistance to suit their workflow. This level of mechanical control ensures that light can be directed exactly where it is needed, whether illuminating drafting surfaces, machine panels, or documentation areas on production lines.
Safety considerations are built into the system, reinforcing the lamp’s role in industrial and semi-automated applications. When equipped with its protective cage accessory, the Mod 10 becomes suitable for medium-risk environments, including automated, robotic, or CNC-driven workspaces where impact protection and user safety are essential. Certified as Class I with protective grounding and bearing the IMQ quality mark, the lamp meets stringent requirements for reliability and safe operation in professional settings.
The Mod 10 is offered in glossy black, white, and grey finishes, each treated with RIMSA’s corrosion-resistant epoxy coatings to preserve its appearance and mechanical quality over many years of constant use. Its versatility extends to multiple mounting configurations—table clamp, wall clamp, bench mount, heavy base, and a five-wheel rolling stand with brakes—allowing it to adapt to fixed stations or mobile work environments with equal ease. Thanks to its robust construction, controlled movement, adaptable light source compatibility, and optical clarity, the Mod 10 remains an essential lighting tool across production lines, CNC systems, offices, drafting studios, and technical workbenches where precision and reliability are paramount.
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