Quasar eLite

Surgical Operating Lights

HD
LED

LED Lighting

Quasar eLite Surgical Operating Lights

British Design & Technology

Quasar eLite has been designed in Great Britain
with inputs from leading product designers and
practicing surgeons. Quasar eLite incorporates
collaborative research and technology outputs funded
by the European Commission and performed by World
renowned technology partners.

Made in the UK, Supplied Worldwide

Quasar eLite is manufactured in a state-of-the-art
facility in Leeds, England by a team with over 65 years
experience in making surgical lights and supplying
them to customers around the world.

Brandon Medical Co Ltd

Quasar eLite is designed and manufactured by
Brandon Medical, a British company established in
1946. Brandon Medical has won numerous awards
for design and innovation in the field of medical
lighting, medical video systems and integrated
operating rooms.

Brandon Medical has

applied their experience in
the surgical lighting field to
optimise performance during
your surgical procedures.

Why you should choose

Quasar eLite.
Near Perfect Colour Rendition with
Red Balance Control
Quasar eLite uses the latest HD-LED technology to
provide near perfect colour rendition across the full
visible spectrum. The light is optimised to enhance the
visualisation of red tissue and features Brandons
unique Red Balance Control to further enhance
Surgeons ability to differentiate between tissues of
similar colour.

Fat Beam Technology

Quasar eLite delivers much larger illuminated fields
than any other current product, with exceptionally
high intensity across the full width of the illuminated
area. Lights do not need to be continually adjusted
with ample illumination available, even for the largest
surgical sites.

HD Camera Inside as Standard

Quasar eLite includes HD cameras and zoom
controls inside the lamp head as standard to reduce
cost, improve cleanliness, obviate the need for
excessively large handles and restricted rotations.
New video transmission technology provides
un-adulterated HD video quality with a unique system
to eliminate banding interference from LED lighting
modulation.

Designed to Minimise Infections

Quasar eLite has been designed to minimise
sources of infections. Anti-microbial additives are
used that destroy harmful bacteria. The smooth
continuous surfaces are easy to wipe clean with the
bare minimum of split lines and the lamp heads are
sealed against the ingress of dirt and liquids to prevent
contamination. Remote controls are also available, so
surgeons do not need to touch the light.

Quasar eLite Surgical Operating Lights

Prof Jonathan Sackier

(FRCS, FACS)
Clinical Director

Surgeons need good lighting but we are largely unaware what

makes a surgical light good . Since working with Brandon Medical,
I have learned that its about the colour of the light, the uniformity
of the light field and the ability to adjust the colour balance, not just
about how bright it is! Its amazing how much research, knowledge
and technology Brandon use in the design of their OR lights.

The Perfect Light Source

The illuminated field from Quasar eLite is
wider and more adjustable (170-410mm)
than any in its class.
Quasar eLite features the latest technological
advances to provide even better lighting
performance for its users. The high intensity
illumination of 160,000 Lux with near perfect
colour rendition provides the ideal lighting condition
for surgical procedures.
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The advanced beam shape ensures a deep

column of always in focus light to illuminate
the deepest cavities.

Quasar eLite emits the perfect cool light for

maximum staff comfort in the surgical
environment (a change of <2C)

Comfort Halo to Reduce Eye Strain

Quasar eLite incorporates a unique Visual
Comfort Halo. This has been designed to reduce
surgeon eye strain. The Halo provides an
illuminated field surrounding the intense
central illuminated field. This graduation in intensity
between the surgical field (160,000 lux) and lower
intensity general room lighting (1,000 lux)
reduces eye strain by aiding the eyes natural
ability to adjust to the different lighting levels.

Shadow Control
Uniform distribution of the LEDs distribute light to
enable excellent shadow control and to under light
obstructions during procedures. This also ensures
the quality of the light over the surgical site,
regardless of surgeon positioning.

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Intuitive Lighting Controls

Quasar eLite ergonomic lighting control systems
provide clear and intuitive adjustment of all lighting
functions by the surgical team. This can be done at the
lamp head, or outside of the sterile field via a secure
wireless wall mounted control system.
Functions include:
Electronic lighting control from the lamp head
keypad

Focus (field size) adjustment from the keypad,

sterilisable handle and wall mounted control.

Red Balance Control to optimise the visualisation

of red tissue.

Light intensity control with Endoscopy setting

(5%).

Integrated Camera System

Quasar eLite surgical light integrates advanced
quality camera solutions for teaching and research.
The camera is securely embedded within the slim
lamp head, avoiding external camera mounting
systems and bulky handles.

Elimination of Visual Banding

The control frequencies used in LED lighting cause
interference with HD video signals resulting in black
banding on monitor screens. Quasar eLite eliminates
this by synchronising the control frequency of the
LEDs to that of the HD camera systems.

Quasar eLite
eliminates the need for
external camera mounting
systems.

Simple Manoeuvrability
Virtual handles and a slim, light-weight lamp head,
allow the surgical team to position the lamp head
perfectly for each procedure. The lamp head has 6
rotations to position the light beam into the deepest
of cavities.

Minimal Environmental Impact

Quasar eLite provides the highest lighting
performance with the smallest energy
consumption. HD-LED light sources reduce
energy consumption significantly. The estimated
C02 reductions are at least 1.25 tonnes per year,
per operating theatre. HD-LED avoids the use of
environmentally damaging materials such as
mercury, lead, cadium, CFCs, POPs, VOCs or
halogens.

Designed to Minimise Infections

Quasar eLite has been designed to minimise
infections. Anti-microbial additives are used that
destroy harmful bacteria. The smooth continuous
surfaces are easy to wipe clean with the bare
minimum of split lines.
The lamp heads are sealed against the ingress
of dirt and liquids to prevent contamination.
Remote controls are also available, so surgeons do
not need to touch the light. The central sterile
handle allows for easy manoeuvrability and
positioning.

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Multimedia & Integration

Integrated Equipment Solutions for
Operating Theatres & Intensive Care
Brandon Medical offers a complete integrated
package of the highest quality clinical equipment
and has a unique expertise in providing integrated
solutions.

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Operating Theatre Lights

Minor Surgical Lights
Examination Lights
Medical Room Lighting
Magnifier Luminaires

Control & Power Systems

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Medical Architectural


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Medical Room Pendants

Intensive Care Pendant Systems
Ultra Clean Ventilation
Media Bridges

Medical AV Systems
Integrated Digital AV Environments
Digital OR Solutions
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Integrated Audio & Visual

Quasar eLite is specifically designed for the
integration of the latest AV technology,
including Brandon Medicals award winning
Symposia systems.

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Fully integrated and enclosed HD cameras

Single and double monitor mounting arms
Heavy duty monitor arms
Local controls, remote controls and software
controls (via IP)

Symposia is an integrated Digital AV system that

produces the highest quality images, video and
audio. It includes all the infrastructure to collect,
review and display medical AV data with full 2-way
audio and video communication.
Multi-medical installations range from simple
video camera installations and complete hospital
solutions and intranet telemedicine systems.
iDAVS

Integrated Digital AV
Operating Theatre
Control

Laparoscopy
Camera

Teaching
Hospital

Digital
Archive
IR

Surgical
Camera
Microscope
Camera

Seminar
Venue

Hospital

University

INTERNET

Overview
Camera

Firewall

VAIPOR
CODECs
Integrate
Record
Review
Replay

i2i
Network
Policy
Control

Geostationary
Satellite
Link

PUBLIC
SERVICE
TELEPHONE
NETWORK

iDAVS

ISDN
Gateway

Digital
Event
Satellite
VAIPOR
POINT

VAIPOR
POINT

Surgery
Office

Local Teaching
Review

Seminar Lecture
Room

Multi-Disciplinary
Team

Surgeon

Mobile
Devices

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Lamp Head

Mounting Variants
Single Structure

Double Structure

Control Variants

Lamp Head Control Pod

Wall Mounted Control Unit

Triple Structure

Multimedia Equipment
High Definition
Camera Mounted
within the Lamp Head

Quasar eLite is available in a variety of mounting

combinations to suit the needs of the surgical
environment. HD camera options can be integrated
into the slim lamp head and a range of suspension
arms are also available for the perfect integration in
hybrid operating theatres and low ceiling theatres.

Single Monitor

Double Monitor

*Movement dimensions are approximate and subject to manufacturing variances of + / - 10%.

Electrical & Mechanical Characteristics

Light Quality Characteristics

Power Consumption

75 Watts

Colour Rendition Index

Ra

95

IP Rating of Light Engine

54

Colour Rendition (Visible Red)

R9

97

LED Life

> 50,000 Hours

Colour Temperature

3,500 5,000

Maximum Light Intensity

Lux

160,000

Beam Size Characteristics (measured at 1m)

Diameter of Light Field @ 10% Max Intensity

d10 = 200

Diameter of Light Field @ 50% Max Intensity

d50 = 120

Beam Uniformity Characteristics

d50/d10 = 60

Focusable Light Field Size 170-410mm

Comfort Halo @ 1m

2,000mm

Dimmable Range

0-100%

Endoscopy Setting

5%

Radiant Energy

mW/m.Lux 3.31

Fat Beam Technology

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High light intensity across the full illuminated area for

170mm

410mm

uniform vision
Avoids visual distraction by reducing high contrast in
the illuminated area
Adjust the beam size to suit your working area to
eliminate peripheral distraction

Full Spectrum Colour Rendition

CRI

RED

Ra

R1

R2

R3

R4

R5

R6

R7

R8

R9

95

97

97

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92

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95

97

Colour Rendering
Index Ra

Near Perfect Colour Rendition

Across the Visible Spectrum R1-R8

Colour Rendering Index

(Ra) is a measure of
how well a light source
reproduces colours.

HD-LED has near perfect colour rendition for all 8 colour measurements used to calculate
general Colour Rendering Index (Ra). The strong red colour so important for visualisation
of red tissues is not included in the Ra measurement

Enhanced Red
Balance R9
R9 indicates visible red
colour reproduction
which is a critical
parameter for surgical
lights.

Red balance Control

Enhanced Red II

Enhanced Red I

Optimum Red

Reduced Red I

Reduced Red II

3,500 K

3,700 K

4,000 K

4,500 K

5,000 K

The % of visible red light can be increased or decreased to optimise the visualisation of red tissues. Colour
temperature is variable from 3,500-5,000 K

9000 200

IS

UK Customs
Approved Exporter
Status GB 16164/13

13485 20

THE QUEEN'S AWARDS

FOR ENTERPRISE:
INNOVATION
2011

Brandon Medical Co Ltd, Elmfield Road, Morley, Leeds, LS27 0EL

T: +44 (0)845 1243 666 F: +44 (0)845 1243 667
T: +44 (0)113 2777 393 F: +44 (0)113 2728 844
E: enquiries@brandon-medical.com
www.brandon-medical.com
In line with the Brandon policy of progressive improvement, the right is reserved to alter specifications and/or pieces without notice.
Brandon Medical, Quasar, HD-LED and Symposia are registered trademarks of Brandon Medical Co Ltd.

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