The Veinlite R is a hand-held battery powered transillumination device for visualizing veins and arteries in the tails of rats and mice.
Figure 1. Veinlite R
[1] LED Window
[2] End Button
[3] Side Button
[4] Battery Cover
[5] Cap
[6] Cover
[7] Large Tail Holder
[8] Small Tail Holder
To assist in venous and arterial access in rats and mice tails.
Number of LEDs | 1 Orange 1 Green 1 White |
Weight with battery | 29g |
Dimensions | 96.1 x 19 x 16.5 mm |
Battery | AAA 1.5V |
There are 3 brightness levels. Depress the Side Button [3] to change the brightness. Each depression of the button will cycle through low, medium, and high brightness levels. The lowest level is the default setting.
Depress the End Button [2] each time to cycle through these modes:
Orange | Optimal wavelength for contrast between the venous blood vessels and surrounding tissue. |
Green | Assist in finding arteries and veins. |
White | Exam light. |
Off |
The Veinlite R should always be used with a single-use disposable plastic cover to protect it from contamination and to prevent the spread of infection.
Disposable plastic covers are not included and must be ordered from TransLite or any of its authorized dealers.
Cleaning the device will not be necessary if properly used with the disposable plastic cover.
In the event that the device needs to be cleaned, use germicidal wipes sparingly.
Do not submerge the unit in liquid.
Veinlite R is designed for external use only.
To avoid contamination of the device, Veinlite R must be used with the disposable plastic cover.
To avoid cross contamination, always change the disposable plastic cover between subjects and wipe the new cover with a recommended germicidal wipe.
Always turn the LEDs on after the device is in position. Do not look directly at the LEDs when they are illuminated or shine the light from them directly into anyone’s eyes.
Do not immerse the device in liquid.
Do not autoclave the device.
Contact Translite about adverse event in relation to this device. Should adverse event occur in E.U., notify EU Competent Authority.
The Veinlite R is powered by a single AAA battery.
The purpose of the Protective Cap [5] is to protect the End Button [2], Side Button [3], and LED Window [1] while the device is not in use.
Keep a disposable plastic cover on device to ensure a proper fit.
Attach lanyard to the Cap [5] then snap it over the End Button [2].
The Protective Cap and lanyard should be cleaned regularly with alcohol or germicidal solution.
The Veinlite R has a one year parts & labor warranty.
Before returning the device to TransLite for repair, please call or e-mail to obtain an authorization number and shipping details.
No refunds will be given for devices shipped without authorization.
If one of the LED fails to turn on please replace the battery. If the problem persists contact TransLite for assistance.
Replace the battery, then try turning the unit on again. If the device still will not turn on, please contact TransLite for assistance.