The SwissLite is a relatively common 58mm Victorinox model. It is a 'Classic'  with an LED embedded in the handle. Originally the light was a red LED, however in 2011 Victorinox began shipping a brighter white light LED version.
When it was first introduced (in the US?), the SwissLite was known as the Illuminator.

Layer Tools

• Pen blade
• Nail-file with a screwdriver tip
• Scissors
• Keyring

Scale Tools

• Small LED Light - Originally red, now white
• Tweezers

This information sheet contains battery replacement instructions, and other maintenance and general information.

Scales

The SwissLite has Cellidor scales. It is available in a number of color choices: Red, black, blue, white, ruby, sapphire and emerald.

Variations

The Illuminator is a variation that includes a 5" key-chain and a large keyring. Early versions may have come with the nail-cleaner tip on the nail file. First produced in 1996, it was also available with the 'Marlboro Unlimited' logo branding on the bottom scale.

History

The Illuminator was first produced in 1986. The brighter white light version began shipping in late 2010 or 2011 in most markets.

Physical Specifications

• Length: 58mm
• Width: 10.6mm
• Weight: 31.6g (Illuminator version, including key chain & keyring)

Identifiers

• 0.6228

US Model Numbers:

• 53018: Illuminator
• 54030: Red scales white light
• 54033: Red ruby scales with white light
• 54036: Blue Sapphire scales with white light

Related Models

• Classic - Same main tools, but the LED light is replaced by the toothpick
• Signature Lite - Same tools, but the tweezers are replaced with a retractable pen
• Midnight Manager - Adds the combination tool and also has the LED light