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Loupes and lights are two elements that make up a single solution and should be considered in conjunction, not as separate products. Matching the best light for your loupes is a key step in the customization process.
All our lights are of premium quality and designed to be ultra-lightweight while providing the illumination you need:
- High quality, durable LED
- Daylight “living color”
- Ergonomic and easy interface
- Anti-curing yellow filter
How to choose the best light for your loupes?
Your loupes and headlight are two parts of the same solution. Here are things to consider when determining which headlight to choose for your loupes.
Dr Tony Wong
I love the lightweight, ergonomic position, and clarity of my new 6x Ergo loupes. After an initial learning and adjustment process, I highly recommend making the switch to Ero loupes. The positioning of the Ergo loupes protects your neck and body from pain and injury while working and are a practice game-changer.
DVM Frank Peredo Arenas
Like a veterinary neurosurgeon, I have a big responsibility to make successfully spinal and brain surgeries in dogs and cats. In response to the confidence of my patients, I choose Admetec Loupes and Orchid-S to ensure high quality in my surgical procedures.
Dr. Kai Xu
I have used these Ergo Loupes for more than one month. They soon became my favorite loupes in surgeries. They are extremely light of weight, bright and clear. More importantly, I do not have to bend my neck during surgeries anymore. The magnification of Ergo 4.0 in 550mm is close to the magnification 2.5 of my traditional Galileo in 450mm, so I get used to them without much efforts. Wise investment of my 2021.
Dr. Yaniv Avner
Ergo loupes enable me to retain an ergonomically healthy posture even in long surgeries – no more bending and straining my neck and upper back! The Butterfly headlight is lightweight and comfortable. It provides excellent lighting for many hours during operations without unnecessary wires or heavy batteries. Today I use my Ergo loupes with the Butterfly headlight for almost every surgery, from complex palate surgeries to routine surgeries such as tonsillectomy and adenoid surgeries.
Dr. Apar Lamichhane
Your work is more fun!
When you have the best optics and wonderful ergonomic loupes, your work is more fun. Thank you Admetec!
RDH Ashlynn
They’re light and comfortable on my face, save me so much neck and back strain, and it’s hilarious when my instructors walk by and can’t tell if I’m looking at them or my patient. Best. Loupes. EVER.
Dr. Chiara Ricceri
I love my loupes, especially the Butterfly headlight, they are really improving my job! I really recommend the use of magnification in everyday practice to turn from a mediocre dentist into a great professionist.
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Selecting the Right Headlight for Your Loupes
When choosing your headlight, there are four key factors to consider:
- Wired or Cordless Operation
- Weight
- Light Intensity (LUX)
- Compatibility with Loupes Magnification
Wired or Cordless Headlights – Which is Best?
Both wired and cordless options have their advantages and disadvantages, and the choice ultimately depends on your priorities regarding convenience, comfort, and technical capabilities.
Convenience: Cordless headlights offer unparalleled convenience and a seamless work experience. Removing the need for cables enhances freedom of movement, particularly when wearing loupes, leading to increased comfort and efficiency.
Comfort: While cordless headlights enhance convenience, weight is also a crucial factor to consider. Wired headlights connect to a battery pack worn on the body, while cordless headlights integrate the battery with the headlight itself, making them inherently heavier. At Admetec, we address this concern by evenly distributing the weight across the frame’s bridge in our Butterfly headlight design, reducing pressure on the physician’s nose.
Technical Capabilities: Technical considerations include battery runtime and charging duration. Admetec’s headlight sets are engineered to run for at least six hours on a single charge – suitable for a standard workday. While cordless lights offer shorter charging times, wired models provide higher intensity light. Battery replacement is straightforward for both wired and cordless models, with our Orchid wired models featuring plug-and-play functionality, and our Butterfly cordless lights featuring an intuitive magnetic battery connection.
Weight – How Heavy Is The Headlight?
Cordless lights tend to be heavier than wired lights, and when wearing loupes for extended periods, every gram counts. Lighter headlight options contribute to overall comfort, reducing end-of-day fatigue. Admetec prioritizes lightweight design across all products, with our Butterfly headlight models weighing between 25-30 grams. All Admetec products are designed to be ultra-light and Admatec wired lights are even lighter.
How Will Light Intensity (LUX) Impact Your Work?
It would be natural to assume that the stronger the light intensity, the better. In this case, stronger is not necessarily better. Light intensity should match the type of work you are doing as follows:
- Hygienists require less intensity than a dentist doing pinpoint work.
- Height matters. If you are tall or work with Ergonomic loupes, your working distance will be larger than someone who is shorter or works with Galilean or Prismatic loupes.
The further a light source is from where the light hits, the more the beam circumference expands and diffuses. These elements need to be balanced so that the beam is not:
- Too small: leaves dark “borders” around your field of view.
- Too large: spills over and ‘blinds’ your patient.
Compatibility With Loupe Magnification
As magnification increases, objects viewed through loupes may appear larger while the amount of light remains the same, resulting in a darker field of view. Therefore, it’s crucial to ensure that your headlight’s intensity matches your loupe magnification. To simplify the process of matching Admetec loupes and lights, we’ve developed a straightforward guide. While specifications may vary for loupes and lights from other providers, our guide offers valuable insights and essential questions to consider when selecting the right light for your loupes.
Guidelines
We’ve developed a straightforward guide to assist in matching Admetec loupes and lights. Please note that these are recommendations based on our experience. Your unique circumstances and preferences will play a significant role in your choice.
Factors such as your profession (surgeon or dentist) and physical characteristics (height, working distance) will influence the best choice for you. Additionally, personal preferences matter as your loupes and light reflect your individuality. It’s crucial to discuss these aspects with our representatives to ensure the best match for you.
*(10x) Matching Butterfly-S with 10x magnification is feasible; however, it’s not recommended if the doctor’s working distance exceeds 550mm. In such cases, the circumference of the light beam may surpass the field of view, potentially causing excess light to shine into the patient’s eyes, leading to discomfort.
**(3.2x) With a field of view larger than the circumference of the light beam, choosing this combination results in a strong beam of light that may not fully illuminate the entire field of view. Consequently, dark borders may appear around the edges of the field of view. Some surgeons opt for this setup, relying on the pinpoint illumination provided by their headlight while relying on overhead lighting for the remaining operating field illumination.