A.R.C. Laser Portfolio Explained for UAE Hospital Buyers

Who is A.R.C. Laser GmbH?

A.R.C. Laser GmbH was founded in 1996 in Nuremberg, Germany. According to the manufacturer, the whole product range is designed and produced at the Nuremberg site under a quality management system in line with EN ISO 13485, and the company cites more than 45 years of experience in ophthalmic laser devices.

Searches for a r c laser, arc laser or A.R.C. Laser GmbH usually point to the same thing: a specialist in laser systems for ophthalmology, ENT surgery, general surgery and veterinary medicine. For buyers, a single-site manufacturer simplifies questions about documentation, spare parts and technical contact. Details of the full range are on the A.R.C. Laser brand page.

Ophthalmic lasers in the A.R.C. Laser range

The ophthalmic line covers the anterior and posterior segment. CITO 532 is a slit-lamp SLT laser at 532 nm for open-angle glaucoma, Q-Las is a 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser for posterior capsulotomy and iridotomy, and CLASSIC 514 is a compact retinal photocoagulator at the 514 nm argon wavelength with output up to 1.2 W.

Clinics that want several treatments in one room can look at combination units. The COBRA workstation pairs CITO 532 and Q-Las on a wheelchair-accessible motorised table, while VARIO carries two A.R.C. lasers with two slit lamps. For retinal work outside the slit lamp, the FOX IV 810 is a portable battery-powered 8 W diode laser, and the LIO couples it to an indirect ophthalmoscope.

• CITO 532: SLT for open-angle glaucoma, 7-inch touchscreen, Quick-Repetition at about 10 Hz
• Q-Las: Nd:YAG, 0.5 to 10 mJ, burst mode of 1, 2 or 3 pulses
• CETUS NanoLaser: adds photofragmentation of the lens to an existing phaco machine
• PCL5 slit lamps: 5 magnification steps from 6.3x to 40x

ENT and surgical lasers: blue and CO2

For ENT, the WOLF TruBlue platform uses a 445 nm blue diode wavelength delivered through flexible fibres, so one system can cut and coagulate through rigid and flexible endoscopes. The WOLF TruBlue 445 nm laser offers up to 10 W in continuous, single-pulse and pulsed modes, and the Pro version adds PentaPulse emission modes, CO2 tissue cooling and integrated smoke evacuation.

The C-Las CO2 laser is a compact 30 W CO2 surgical laser with an articulated mirror arm and a C-Pro micromanipulator with a 100 µm spot. The CO2 DUO3 Concept combines it with a fibre-guided second wavelength, either 445 nm or 514 nm. For a wider view of the technology, see our guide to types of medical lasers.

What to check before buying any laser platform

Wavelength and pulse parameters should follow the clinical program, not the other way round. Ask which indications the manufacturer's instructions for use list, which accessories are included (fibres, handpieces, protection filters, trolley) and what consumables the system needs over its life. Confirm the laser class of the unit, since it drives room and eyewear requirements.

Room readiness matters as much as the device. Plan for door signage, controlled access, correct protective eyewear and smoke evacuation where tissue is vaporised; our article on laser classes and safety covers the basics, and IEC 60825-1 is the standard behind laser classification. Also agree training, preventive maintenance and a spare-parts route in writing before delivery.

Supply, installation and registration in the UAE

Medical devices in the UAE are registered with the relevant authority, MOHAP at federal level, while DHA in Dubai and DOH in Abu Dhabi license facilities and professionals. Requirements change, so confirm the current rules for your emirate with the authority and your supplier before purchase.

Beckfinity handles supply of A.R.C. Laser systems to UAE hospitals and clinics, with installation and maintenance planning arranged with the buyer. To discuss a specific configuration or request a quote, contact our specialists.