Arclight
A pocket all-in-one ophthalmoscope-loupe-otoscope for the 21st century. No replacing blown bulbs, no worrying if the battery is dead – ideal for low resource countries and also as a backup or training tool. For novices (students, health workers), the occasional user with some familiarity (doctors, nurses), to specialists (ophthalmologists, optometrists).
Key features
- EASY TO USE – multiple features. Intuitive operation. View the optic nerve or ear drum first time with no fuss.
- PORTABLE – shirt pocket or around the neck. For a detailed view of the anterior segment, eyelids and skin.
- SOLAR POWER – charge in a few hours – for a ‘normal’ day’s work or a week of casual use.
- LED – precise diagnosis needs outstanding illumination. Low in infra-red and ultra-violet for comfort and safety.
- USB – indoors or poor light – plug and go with a modern USB C.
The Global Health Team in St Andrews have supported the long term development of the Arclight through research and helping to train health-care workers in a variety of settings.
How to change modes:
Checking Corneas
Examination in Nkhoma, Malawi
Traditional v Arclight
Smaller, lighter, easier-to-use – carry everywhere
Arclight Pouches
Fabric case + cloth chart, reading card, cable, clip, lanyard, speculae, instructions, monster
Phone Attachment
Let’s you take images or video of eyes and ears
Sim Eye Practice
Simple yet realistic. Ideal for initial coordination and confidence
Medical Students
St Andrews students use the Arclight as part of their curriculum
Small, Light, Portable
Miniature, robust, intuitive and truly portable
Arclight Training
Students learning to use the device in Ethiopia