What are IPL filter sets?
An IPL Filter Set refers to a collection of optical filters used in Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) devices. IPL technology is commonly used in dermatology and cosmetic treatments for purposes such as hair removal, skin rejuvenation, and treatment of vascular lesions or pigmentation issues.
These filters allow IPL devices to target specific wavelengths of light, enabling the treatment of different skin conditions.
Key Features:
- Selective Wavelength Filtering: Each filter in the set blocks certain wavelengths while allowing others to pass through. This helps in targeting specific chromophores (e.g., melanin for hair removal, hemoglobin for vascular treatments) in the skin.
- Customizable Treatment: Different skin issues require different wavelengths. IPL filters typically range from 400 nm to 1200 nm, and filter sets allow practitioners to choose the appropriate wavelength for each treatment.
- Interchangeable Filters: The filters are usually removable and can be swapped depending on the treatment. For example:
- 560 nm filter: Used for skin rejuvenation (sunspots, fine lines).
- 590 nm filter: Targets vascular issues (e.g., spider veins).
- 640 nm filter: Primarily for hair removal.
Common Uses:
- Hair Removal: Filters in the 600-900 nm range are used to target melanin in hair follicles.
- Pigmentation Treatment: Filters in the 500-600 nm range target pigmented lesions in the skin.
- Vascular Lesions: Filters in the 500-600 nm range target blood vessels for issues like spider veins.
- Skin Rejuvenation: IPL devices use filters around 500-800 nm to reduce signs of aging and sun damage.
By adjusting the filter in an IPL device, practitioners can fine-tune the wavelength of light for various skin treatments, improving safety and efficacy.
Main Applications
- Skin Rejuvenation
- Hair Removal
- Anti-Wrinkle Treatment
- Acne Treatment
Key Features:
- High Transmission
- Deep UV Blocking
- Steep Slope
- Stable Ripple at Band Pass
- Excellent Environmental Stability
Standard Products
| Material | Glass , Fused Silica or Sapphire |
| Standard Size(mm): | 40x8x30, 40x10x50, 54.5x15x50, 52x16x0.9 |
| Typical Wavelength (nm) | 400, 420, 450, 510, 560, 585, 620, 640, 695, 700, 755 |