When it was first introduced (in the US?), the SwissLite was known as the Illuminator.
Table of contents
Layer Tools
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