HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp
Focal illumination for examination of the anterior segment and cornea
The HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp is a compact hand-held diagnostic instrument designed for the examination of the anterior segment of the eye and the cornea in focal light. HEINE positions it as a small and lightweight solution that is particularly practical for house calls and hospital rounds.
Unlike the HEINE HSL 150 Hand-Held Slit Lamp, the Ophthalmic Examination Lamp does not provide magnified slit-lamp examination. Its strength lies in precisely focused illumination with a choice of different apertures, making it a practical instrument for rapid anterior eye examination.
Examination of the anterior segment and cornea
The HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp is designed for targeted examination of the eye using focal illumination.
According to HEINE, the instrument is intended for examining the anterior segment and cornea. The official instructions for use further specify examination of the ocular media, cornea, aqueous humour, lens and vitreous body.
Its compact hand-held format makes it particularly useful when a full slit-lamp workstation is unnecessary or unavailable.
Five different apertures
Flexible illumination for different examination requirements
One of the key features of the HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp is its selection of five different apertures.
The aperture combination consists of:
- one slit;
- three different circular spots;
- one cobalt blue filter for fluorescence examination.
This allows the examiner to select the illumination pattern according to the clinical examination required.
Precise focusing at 100 mm working distance
The apertures are designed to be precisely focused at a working distance of 100 mm.
This defined working distance allows the selected light field to be accurately projected onto the area being examined.
The combination of compact dimensions and focused illumination makes the instrument particularly convenient for quick ophthalmic examinations.
Detection of corneal abnormalities and foreign bodies
The HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp is specifically designed to assist in the detection of:
- corneal erosions;
- oedematous areas;
- foreign bodies on the cornea.
These capabilities make it a useful supplementary instrument for ophthalmology practices, hospital departments and other professional healthcare environments.
Cobalt blue filter for fluorescence examination
Additional support for corneal examination
One of the five available apertures incorporates a cobalt blue filter for fluorescence examination.
This makes it possible to use the instrument in conjunction with fluorescein during appropriate ophthalmic examinations.
The cobalt blue filter is particularly valuable when examining the corneal surface and therefore significantly extends the diagnostic versatility of this otherwise very compact instrument.
Compact and lightweight
The HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp has deliberately been designed as a small and lightweight hand-held instrument.
HEINE specifically highlights its suitability for:
- house calls;
- hospital rounds;
- mobile examinations;
- examination rooms where a stationary ophthalmic workstation is not available.
This portability distinguishes it from larger ophthalmic examination systems and makes it easy to integrate into a mobile diagnostic set.
XHL Xenon Halogen illumination
The current HEINE catalogue lists the Ophthalmic Examination Lamp with 3.5 V XHL Xenon Halogen illumination. The corresponding XHL technology provides the focused illumination required for examination of the anterior segment and cornea.
This is an important distinction from several newer HEINE ophthalmic instruments that have already moved to LED or LEDHQ technology.
HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp vs. HSL 150
Although both instruments can be used when examining the anterior eye, they serve different purposes.
| HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp | HEINE HSL 150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Instrument type | Focal examination light | Hand-held slit lamp |
| Main application | Anterior segment and cornea | Detailed anterior segment examination |
| Magnification | No integrated examination magnification | 6× |
| Apertures | 5 | Adjustable slit |
| Slit illumination | Fixed aperture option | Continuously adjustable |
| Cobalt/FITC blue filter | Yes | Yes |
| Working distance | 100 mm | Examination-dependent |
| Mobility | Very high | Very high |
| Primary advantage | Fast, focused examination | More detailed slit-lamp examination |
For the shop structure, I would therefore keep both instruments clearly separate. The Ophthalmic Examination Lamp is the simpler and more compact instrument for focused examination, whereas the HSL 150 provides a true magnified hand-held slit-lamp examination.
HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp – key features
| Feature | HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp |
|---|---|
| Instrument type | Ophthalmic examination lamp |
| Primary application | Anterior segment and corneal examination |
| Illumination | Focal light |
| Apertures | 5 |
| Aperture types | Slit + 3 spots + cobalt blue filter |
| Working distance | 100 mm |
| Fluorescence examination | Yes |
| Corneal erosion detection | Supported |
| Oedema detection | Supported |
| Foreign body detection | Supported |
| Current illumination | 3.5 V XHL Xenon Halogen |
| Design | Compact, hand-held |
The specifications above correspond to HEINE’s current product information and master catalogue.
Flexible power supply with BETA4 USB
The current HEINE catalogue lists a configuration with the BETA4 USB rechargeable handle, USB cord and plug-in power supply.
HEINE catalogue number:
C-018.27.388
The rechargeable handle makes the instrument particularly suitable for regular professional use while retaining the mobility expected from a hand-held ophthalmic examination instrument.
Why choose the HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp?
The HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp is particularly attractive when a compact instrument for focused examination of the anterior eye is required without the complexity of a full hand-held slit lamp.
Its core advantages can be summarised as:
5 apertures + slit illumination + three spot sizes + cobalt blue filter + 100 mm working distance + compact hand-held design
It therefore occupies a useful position between a simple examination light and a more sophisticated hand-held slit lamp.
Typical applications
The HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp is particularly suitable for:
- ophthalmology practices;
- eye clinics;
- hospital departments;
- hospital rounds;
- emergency examination;
- house calls;
- mobile ophthalmic examinations.
Its small dimensions make it particularly practical as an additional examination instrument alongside a conventional slit lamp or other ophthalmic diagnostic equipment.
Frequently asked questions about the HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp
What is the HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp used for?
It is designed for the examination of the anterior segment and cornea using focal light.
How many apertures does the examination lamp have?
The instrument provides five different apertures: one slit, three different spots and a cobalt blue filter.
What is the working distance?
The apertures are focused at a working distance of 100 mm.
Does the HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp have a blue filter?
Yes. One of the available apertures is a cobalt blue filter for fluorescence examination.
Can it help detect corneal foreign bodies?
Yes. HEINE specifically states that the instrument can assist in detecting erosions, oedema and foreign bodies on the cornea.
Is it a hand-held slit lamp?
No. This distinction is important. The Ophthalmic Examination Lamp provides a slit among its five illumination apertures, but it is not equivalent to the HEINE HSL 150 Hand-Held Slit Lamp, which combines slit illumination with 6× optical magnification.
Is it suitable for mobile examinations?
Yes. HEINE specifically describes the instrument as small and lightweight and highlights its suitability for house calls and rounds.
Does the current model use LED?
No. The current HEINE Master Catalogue lists the Ophthalmic Examination Lamp with 3.5 V XHL Xenon Halogen illumination.
HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp at V-MEDTECH
The HEINE Ophthalmic Examination Lamp is a compact professional instrument for the focused examination of the anterior segment and cornea.
With five different apertures, a slit, three spot sizes, cobalt blue filter and precise focusing at a 100 mm working distance, it provides considerably more examination flexibility than a conventional diagnostic light while remaining small and easy to handle.
It is particularly suitable for ophthalmologists and clinical users looking for a mobile supplementary instrument for corneal and anterior segment examination, whether in the examination room, during hospital rounds or on house calls.
