Lighting systems that can be mounted to dental loupes can vary greatly between vendors. Attachment options include headbands and clipping onto standard loupes and safety shields. Most operator lights have a cable that connects to a rechargeable battery pack; however, there are a few cordless options on the market. The battery packs for these operator lights often fully charge in 2-5 hours. LED lighting is by far the most popular choice among operator lights for dental loupes. LED lights give cool, white light and last much longer than halogen. Most lamps are lightweight, usually around a ½ ounce; some can even be lighter than ¼ ounce. Light intensity can vary between products, so if there is a specific candlepower you are looking for be sure and inquire. When choosing an operator lamp for dental loupes, illumination, product quality, comfort and ease of use should all be considered.
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Company | SurgiTel Systems | SurgiTel Systems | SurgiTel Systems |
Item | SurgiTel Micro LED Headlight | SurgiTel High Intensity Mini LED Headlight | Xenon Fiber Optic Lights |
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Description | The Micro LED headlight is SurgiTel's lightest and smallest light system. With ergonomics, battery life, optics, and LED, the headlight creates a new | The SurgiTel High Intensity Mini LED was designed from the ground-up creating a compact, portable, high-intensity light system that beautifully | The clip-on fiber optic headlamps are lightweight and compact, far less cumbersome and more comfortable than other traditional headlight systems. |
Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year | Source Box - 1 Year
Cables - 30 Days |
Weight | LED Optics - 4.2 (0.15 ounces)
Battery - 114 g (4 ounces) | 15.9 g (0.56 ounces) | Not Available |
Light Source | LED | LED | Not Available |
Light Intensity | 1,000 - 4,500 foot candles | 1,000 - 7,000 foot candles | XLS 180 - 6,000 foot candles
XLS 300 - 8,000 foot candles |
Adjustable Intensity | Yes | Yes | Not Available |
Attachment | Curing Filter | Not Available | Five-Leg Stand |
Battery Life | 8 - 10 hours | 8 - 10 hours | Not Available |
Recharge Time | 2 - 3 hours | 2 - 3 hours | Not Available |
Bulb Life | Not Available | Not Available | 500 hours |
Cure Inhibiting Filter | Yes | Yes | Not Available |
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