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 | DentLight, Inc. | DentLight, Inc. | DentLight, Inc. |
Item | Extreme Headlight System | Nano Loupe Light | iZoom Headlight System |
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Description | Dentlight Extreme Headlight delivers an unprecedented 110,0000 lux with just 24 grams modular headlamp. Able to fit on headgear, prescription glasses, | Dentlight Nano Loupe Light is one of the smallest overall light on the market with the most power at its size of only 6 grams on headlamp and 87 grams | Dentlight iZoom Headlight delivers 70000 lux variable beam power at just 19 grams with unique optical beam delivery system, modular headlamp design |
Warranty | Not Available | 1 Year | Not Available |
Weight | Lamp - 24 g (0.85 ounces)
Battery - 87 g (3.07 ounces) | Lamp - 6 g (0.21 ounces)
Battery - 87 g (3.07 ounces) | Lamp - 19 g (0.67 ounces)
Battery - 87 g (3.07 ounces) |
Light Source | LED | LED | LED |
Light Intensity | 3,300 - 6,000 - 10,200 foot candles | 1,500 - 2,900 - 4,200 foot candles | 2,300 - 4,100 - 6,500 foot candles |
Adjustable Intensity | Membrane Control Buttons | Yes | Membrane Control Buttons |
Attachment | Articulating Arms
Clip-On Adapter
Loupe Adapters
Wire Clip and Mounting Screws | Composite Filter
Articulating Arms
Clip-On Adapter
Loupe Adapters
Wire Clip and Mounting Screws | Composite Filter
Articulating Arms
Clip-On Adapter
Loupe Adapters
Wire Clip and Mounting Screws |
Battery Life | 4 - 10 hours | 5 - 12 hours | 4 - 10 hours |
Recharge Time | 2 hours | 2 hours | 2 hours |
Bulb Life | 50,000 hours | 50,000 hours | 50,000 hours |
Cure Inhibiting Filter | Composite Filter | Yes | Yes |
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