PicoLazer: Complete Buyer's Guide

PicoLazer is a dual-wavelength picosecond Nd:YAG platform with native 1064 nm and frequency-doubled 532 nm output. The 1064 nm wavelength provides the deeper wavelength used for dark and black tattoo pigment and benign dermal pigment, while 532 nm provides a shorter wavelength for superficial pigment and selected tattoo colors.

The two-wavelength architecture is practical and cost-conscious, but it does not provide native 755, 730, 694, 660 or 595 nm sources for difficult blue-green or specialty colors.

The executive summary identifies a 450 ps pulse duration at both 1064 nm and 532 nm. This is a fixed picosecond architecture rather than a platform offering multiple selectable pico durations or nanosecond modes.

The fractional configuration is positioned for skin-revitalization work. However, the executive summary specifically cautions buyers to document the exact fractional lens package and regulatory labeling rather than assuming every advertised skin indication is an FDA-cleared indication.

PicoLazer received FDA 510(k) clearance on January 17, 2020. The executive summary identifies Wontech PicoCare Family and Candela PicoWay as predicate devices. The clearest record supports the dual-wavelength 1064/532 nm architecture, while commercial claims involving wrinkles, pores, scars and generalized rejuvenation are not explicit FDA-cleared indications in the cited record.

Buyers should confirm the current FDA labeling and indications for the exact quoted configuration before purchase.

The main tradeoff is capability breadth. Maximum pulse energy is moderate versus several premium competitors, and the platform has only two native wavelengths. Practices treating substantial blue-green or specialty-color tattoo volume may need additional wavelength capability.

Buyers should also confirm the exact fractional/telescopic lens package, current cleared labeling, measured output, service terms and what is included in the quoted price.

Rohrer has marketed a 2-year warranty. The executed order form and current warranty terms control the actual scope. Confirm coverage, exclusions, deductibles, handpiece coverage, service response times and transfer eligibility in writing.