Forehead lamps

Made:
1979 in England
Forehead lamps, fiber-optic with plastic frame

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Forehead lamps, fiber-optic with plastic frame
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Forehead lamps, fiber-optic with plastic frame, for ENT examination, by Hammond, England, 1979

This fibre-optic forehead lamp is designed for examining the ear, nose and throat. It is attached to the head to free the physician’s hands to treat the patient. The head attachment is adjustable. The light is emitted from a tungsten halogen lamp conducted by flexible cables containing quartz fibres. It was made by British company Hammond.

Details

Category:
Clinical Diagnosis
Object Number:
1979-780
Materials:
frame, plastic
Measurements:
overall: 140 mm x 190 mm x 325 mm, .22kg
type:
forehead lamp
credit:
Downs Surgical Limited