With the compact laser head measuring just 125 mm x 70 mm x 34 mm, Sapphire 588 LP lasers provide identical form, fit, and function compatibility (optical, mechanical, electrical, interfacing) with all other Sapphire LP models, independent of wavelength and power class. This simplifies integration, including wavelength addition and substitution, for OEMs and end users alike. And as with other Sapphire LP lasers, the new 588 nm models are equipped with USB, RS-232 and analog interface ports for ease of installation and operation.
Sapphire 588 LP lasers are intended for life sciences applications such as flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, and drug discovery. In particular, their 588 nm output is an optimum wavelength for exciting a broad range of established red fluorescence fluorophores (e.g., Texas Red, Alexa Fluor 594) as well as new fluorophores such as the mfruit dyes (e.g., mCherry, mPlum).