Arclight Ophthalmoscope-Loupe-Otoscope
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Three Professional Tools.
One Revolutionary Device.
Engineered at the University of St Andrews, backed by WHO guidelines, and proven in over 30 clinical studies worldwide.
Ophthalmoscope
Visualise optic discs and red reflex with coaxial beam and 6× lens that rivals full-size scopes.
Otoscope
Bright, glare-free tympanic exams with adult or paediatric specula—no hot halogen bulb to change.
6× Loupe
Built-in magnification for dermatoscopy, suture checks, or fine-print reading at the bedside.
Corneal Examination
Blue light mode for detailed corneal assessment in rural clinics across Africa.
Compact Design
Significantly smaller and lighter than traditional ophthalmoscopes.
Smart Integration
Phone attachment enables documentation and telemedicine capabilities.
Training & Education
Comprehensive training resources for healthcare workers across Africa.
Evidence & Guidelines
A robust peer-reviewed evidence base shows ArcLight matches—or outperforms—traditional, bulky tools that cost 10× more. This has led to its inclusion in multiple World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines for newborn eye and hearing screening.
Arclight vs. Traditional Ophthalmoscopes
Hytiris et al. (Eye, 2021) — In a Dundee cross-over trial, novice medical students performed better and preferred ArcLight over a standard Keeler ophthalmoscope.
doi: 10.1038/s41433-020-0972-3
Lowe et al. (Journal of Ophthalmology, 2015) — Tanzanian students judged ArcLight as easy to use and diagnostically equivalent to a Heine direct scope.
Article ID 743263
Red-Reflex Test & WHO Eye Screening
Mndeme et al. (Eye, 2021) — Among four screening tools for paediatric cataract and retinoblastoma, ArcLight showed higher sensitivity than torchlight and was easy for nurses to learn.
WHO Recommendations on Maternal & Newborn Care, 2022 — Fundal (red) reflex screening is recommended for all newborns, with ArcLight listed as the device of choice.
Otoscopy Performance & WHO Hearing Guidelines
Hey et al. (Clinical Otolaryngology, 2019) — 21 ENT clinicians found ArcLight equally effective and just as fast as a conventional Welch-Allyn otoscope for common ear conditions.
WHO Primary Ear & Hearing Training Manual — Highlights ArcLight as an affordable, effective screening otoscope for low-resource settings.
More Peer-Reviewed Research
Over 30 additional publications—including studies on diabetic retinopathy, neonatal sepsis assessment, and tele-ophthalmology—are available in the Research hub at the University of St Andrews' Arclight Project website.
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📖 Read Their ReviewPeer-reviewed studies validating ArcLight performance.
Cheaper than conventional scopes yet equally powerful.
Born from Innovation at St Andrews
The ArcLight Project is a social enterprise based in the School of Medicine at the University of St Andrews, Scotland. We enable healthcare workers in low to middle income countries to equip, train and empower themselves with groundbreaking diagnostic tools.
Our philosophy is simple: simplify, use plain language, and keep iterating towards clever, scalable, low-cost solutions.
Over 40,000 devices have been distributed worldwide and are being used every day by healthcare professionals.
"I was nervous whether it would be easy to use but I actually think it's easier and better quality than the standard ophthalmoscope/otoscope I was using before - I can get a better view of the optic disc! I also love that I won't be generating waste from single use specula, I got the combo pack so I have plenty to use and they're easy to clean. My only regret is not getting it sooner!"
Healthcare Professional
The Arclight Pocket-Sized Ophthalmoscope and Otoscope. Ideal for remote medicine or for daily surgeries. Fits in your pocket and recharges with solar-power!
Key Features
- Easy to Use – Intuitive design with multiple features. Effortlessly examine the optic nerve, eardrum, or skin with precision.
- Portable & Compact – Lightweight and fits in your pocket or hangs around your neck. Perfect for detailed views of the anterior segment, eyelids, and skin.
- Solar-Powered – Charges in just a few hours, providing energy for a full day's work or a week of occasional use.
- Bright LED Illumination – Delivers outstanding lighting for accurate diagnoses, while minimizing infra-red and UV exposure for patient comfort and safety.
- USB-C Charging – Convenient USB-C compatibility allows quick indoor charging when solar power isn’t available.
- Two specula (4.5mm for adults and 2.5mm for infants)
- USB-C charging cable
- Lanyard
- Phone attachment for capturing images or videos
- Cloth visual acuity chart
- Reading chart
- Quick guide instructions
- Fabric case
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