DermLite DL5 Dermatoscope
DermLite DL5 offers advanced dermoscopy with variable polarization, UV imaging, and superior optics in a compact, clinician-friendly design.
Please allow 2 – 3 weeks for delivery.
Description
New Zealand continues to face one of the highest skin cancer rates globally, particularly melanoma, due to intense UV exposure and a predominantly fair-skinned population. This places significant responsibility on general practitioners and dermatologists to detect skin cancers early and accurately.
DermLite DL5 Dermatoscope
The DermLite DL5 represents a new frontier in handheld dermoscopy, offering unmatched versatility, precision, and infection control for frontline clinicians.
Included Components:
- DermLite DL5 device
- Desktop charging base with IceCap® storage & USB output
- USB-C charging cable (2 m)
- Magnetically attached eyepiece
- Magnetically attached stainless steel ruler
- Leather belt pouch & plastic holster
- Universal smartphone connector (MCC)
- IceCap® sample pack (5 pieces)
- Microfiber cleaning cloth
Key Features & Benefits:
- Variable Polarization System: Scroll through the full polarization range—from deep cross-polarization to superficial parallel polarization—for layered lesion analysis.
- Superior Optics: The 32 mm lens with true 10x magnification delivers exceptional clarity, both up close and at a distance.
- UV Mode (365 nm): Enables Wood’s lamp-style fluorescence imaging for acne, pigmentation, vascular lesions, and infections.
- Torch LED Illumination: Bright, focused light for screening larger areas or hard-to-reach regions.
- Integrated Measurement Tool: Magnetically attached 100 mm ruler with circular markings for lesion sizing and biopsy planning.
- Extended Battery Life: More than double the capacity of DL4, with a four-level charge indicator and dual charging options (USB-C or desktop base).
- Smartphone Integration: MCC adapter allows seamless dermoscopic imaging via mobile devices.
- Infection Control: Compatible with IceCap® disposable covers for safe, hygienic use.
Strategic Implications
- DL5 empowers clinicians to perform high-resolution, multi-layered skin assessments, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and reducing unnecessary referrals.
- Its advanced imaging modes and infection control features make it ideal for rural practices, mobile health units, and telemedicine applications, including teledermatology.
- Adoption of DL5 supports New Zealand’s goals in preventive care, early melanoma detection, and technology-enabled primary care.
Additional information
| Weight | 5 kg |
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Advantages of DL5 over DL4
DermLite DL5 vs DL4: Key Improvements
1. Variable Polarization System
- DL5 introduces the world’s first scrollable variable polarization system, allowing users to toggle between polarized, non-polarized, and parallel polarization modes.
- DL4 only offers fixed polarized and non-polarized modes.
2. Enhanced Optics
- DL5 features a 32 mm lens with true 10x magnification, offering a wider field of view and sharper image clarity.
- DL4 has a 30 mm lens with 10x magnification, but less resolution at greater distances.
3. UV Dermoscopy
- DL5 includes 365 nm UV illumination, enabling Wood’s lamp-style fluorescence imaging for acne, infections, and pigment analysis.
- DL4 does not support UV imaging.
4. Advanced Lighting Options
- DL5 offers multiple brightness levels across all modes, including a torch LED for illuminating larger or hard-to-reach areas.
- DL4 has two brightness levels but lacks torch functionality.
5. Improved Battery Life
- DL5 has a battery with twice the capacity of DL4, plus a 4-level charge indicator and USB-C or desktop charging base.
- DL4 uses a smaller rechargeable battery with micro-USB charging.
6. Smartphone Integration
- DL5 includes a universal MCC smartphone adapter for instant mobile imaging.
- DL4 supports smartphone use but requires separate adapters.
7. Measurement Tools
- DL5 includes a magnetically attached 100 mm ruler with circular markings for lesion sizing and biopsy planning.
- DL4 does not include a built-in ruler.
8. Ergonomics & Design
- DL5 features a more ergonomic handle, optimized button placement, and smoother operation for extended use.
- DL4 is compact and well-designed but lacks the same level of ergonomic refinement.
9. Infection Control
- Both models support IceCap® disposable covers, but DL5 integrates storage into its charging base for added convenience.
DL5_User_ManualFAQ
1. What makes the DermLite DL5 unique?
DL5 is the first hybrid dermatoscope with a variable polarization system, allowing users to scroll through different polarization levels for deeper and more superficial skin visualization.
2. What type of magnification does DL5 offer?
It features true 10x magnification with a large 32 mm lens, delivering exceptional clarity and resolution.
3. Can DL5 be used for UV imaging?
Yes. DL5 includes 365 nm UV illumination, enabling Wood’s lamp-style fluorescence imaging for acne, infections, and pigmentation analysis.
4. Is DL5 compatible with smartphones?
Absolutely. It comes with a universal MCC adapter for quick and secure smartphone connectivity, ideal for clinical photography.
5. How does DL5 support infection control?
DL5 uses IceCap® disposable covers and includes integrated storage in its desktop charging base to reduce cross-contamination risk.
6. What is the torch LED feature used for?
The torch LED provides bright illumination for screening larger areas or hard-to-reach regions, beyond the scope of standard dermoscopy.
7. How is DL5 powered and charged?
It has a high-capacity rechargeable battery with a four-level charge indicator. Charging is available via USB-C or the included desktop charging base.
8. Does DL5 include tools for lesion measurement?
Yes. It features a magnetically attached 100 mm ruler with circular markings for accurate lesion sizing and biopsy planning.
9. Is DL5 suitable for general practice or only dermatology?
DL5 is ideal for GPs, dermatologists, and mobile health providers, especially in settings where early skin cancer detection is critical.
10. What’s included in the DL5 package?
The DL5 kit includes the dermatoscope, charging base, USB-C cable, eyepiece, ruler, smartphone adapter, belt pouch, holster, IceCap samples, and cleaning cloth.
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