1996
01 / 09
A.R.C. Laser founded
A.R.C. Laser GmbH established in Nürnberg, Germany.
445 nm · ENT · A.R.C. since 1996
There's Blue.Then there's TruBlue.
For almost a decade, TruBlue has set the standard for precision laser surgery in ENT — the deepest clinical evidence base and the most complete product portfolio in the category.
- First
- in ENT blue laser
- Most Evidenced
- 445 nm · peer-reviewed
- Globally Trusted
- surgeons worldwide
The Original Blue Laser in ENT
The platform that defined blue laser surgery.
When A.R.C. introduced TruBlue, it established an entirely new approach to laser surgery in ENT — for the first time, surgeons could harness the unique tissue interaction of blue laser energy on the most delicate structures of the voice, ear, and airway. Since then, blue laser has become an essential tool in modern ENT, and TruBlue remains the platform that defined the field — continuing to evolve with capabilities no other blue laser system can match, backed by decades of A.R.C. laser engineering.
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ENT Portfolio
Everything you need for every case, every time.
TruBlue is part of a comprehensive surgical laser portfolio designed to support ENT surgeons across multiple applications — integrating wavelengths, fibers, accessories, and compatible technologies that enable surgeons to treat a variety of conditions with a single, proven system.
ApplicationsLaryngologyOtologyRhinologyOffice-Based
Original Platform
Wolf TruBlue
The platform that introduced blue laser surgery to ENT. 445 nm precision cutting with simultaneous photothermal coagulation — no other single wavelength delivers both.
- 445 nm peak oxyhemoglobin absorption
- Simultaneous cutting + coagulation
- Rigid + flexible endoscope compatible
- Portable fiber delivery — office + OR
- CW · Single Pulse · Pulsed emission modes
445 nmFIBER-DELIVERED
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Featured
Flagship 2026
Wolf TruBlue Pro
Next generation. Adds PentaPulse (five emission modes including PeakPulse + PowerPulse) and FlowControl (CO₂ cooling + integrated smoke evacuation) — expanding what 445 nm can do.
- PentaPulse — 5 emission modes
- PeakPulse up to 27 W peak · 100 µs
- PowerPulse up to 17 W · 5–10 ms
- FlowControl — active CO₂ cooling
- Integrated smoke evacuation
PENTAPULSEFLOWCONTROL27 W PEAK
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Ecosystem
Fibers & Accessories
A complete surgical ecosystem built around the TruBlue platform. HiFLEX fibers carry 445 nm through rigid and flexible endoscopes — moving between the OR and the office, replacing multiple laser platforms with one proven system.
- HiFLEX Fiber — 200/300/400 µm
- Eye Safety Filter — OD 6+ @ 445 nm
- Clear-View Endoscope Filter
- DCR Probe — ready-to-use
- Otology Probes · Surgical Handpiece
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Origin · Science
The origin of blue laser surgery in ENT.
Before TruBlue, ENT laser surgery had an unsolved problem: no single wavelength could cut precisely and coagulate effectively.
CO₂ excels at cutting but offers poor hemostasis. KTP achieves photoangiolysis, but cutting is limited — and the platform is no longer in production. The 445 nm wavelength proved both capabilities can coexist in a portable, fiber-delivered system.
The 445 nm wavelength sits at a peak of oxyhemoglobin absorption that exceeds both KTP (532 nm) and argon (514 nm), while remaining largely transparent to water. This photoangiolytic effect enables selective targeting of subepithelial vasculature while protecting the overlying epithelium.
Peer-Reviewed Findings/ 06 cited
- Superior Tissue Selectivity
High hemoglobin absorption with minimal thermal spread — reduces scarring risk and preserves the vibratory layer.
— Balouch, 2023 - Reduced Scarring
Significant fibrosis observed in vocal folds after KTP treatment; no such evidence in Wolf TruBlue cases.
— Lin, 2020 - Visibility in a Drier Field
The 445 nm absorption profile lets surgeons maintain visibility while controlling bleeding.
— González-Herranz, 2023 - Minimal Collateral Damage
Touch or near-touch technique for vascular lesions: effective coagulation with virtually no thermal effect on adjacent epithelium.
— Sataloff, 2021 - Close and Clean Margins
Vaporization of Tis, T1, and T2 glottic cancer tumors with close margins while preserving oncologic outcomes.
— Rosow, 2024 - Dual Tissue Effect Confirmed
Early laryngeal validation: 445 nm produces CO₂-like non-contact cutting with simultaneous photoangiolytic coagulation.
— Hess, 2018
Clinical Applications
Precision where it matters most.
TruBlue's unique tissue interaction properties make it a versatile tool across ENT subspecialties. Select an application to explore the clinical context, featured procedures, and supporting literature.
· Additional literature + detail pages available on request ·
Clinical Evidence Library
The most clinically established blue laser in ENT.
Peer-reviewed publications — spanning laryngology, otology, rhinology, phonosurgery, and general otorhinolaryngology. Filter by specialty, open a card to read the full abstract with DOI.
- Publications
- 34
- Specialties
- 5
- Years
- 2018–2024
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Full Library
Download the complete PDF brochure with all 34 abstracts, DOI links, and citation metadata. 7 years of 445 nm blue laser clinical experience in a single document.
A.R.C. Laser · 30 Years
Celebrating 30 years of laser innovation.
Since 1996, A.R.C. has developed precision tools for surgeons who operate in the most delicate anatomical environments — consistently partnering with clinicians to push what laser surgery can achieve.
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Reference Users · Laryngology
Trusted by the surgeons who set the standard.
TruBlue is used by laryngologists across three regions — clinical collaborators and reference users who have shaped how blue laser surgery is practiced. Every entry below is a practicing physician, not a distributor.
- Physicians
- 52
- Cities
- 43
- Countries
- 24
Reference Users
52 Laryngology physicians
across all regions · alphabetical
· Hover map or list to cross-highlight · Click to view doctor details · Data from A.R.C. Laser reference brochure 04/2024
Training · Education
Supporting the next generation of surgeons.
A.R.C. works closely with physicians and academic institutions to support education and training in laser-based ENT surgery — workshops, clinical collaborations, and programs that help surgeons use TruBlue effectively and safely.
Online
A.R.C. Academy
Clinical webinars, scientific topics, and research resources — free for registered HCPs.
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Live
Academy Live
Live streaming of surgical procedures with moderated Q&A from operating surgeons.
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Our portfolio is built for where you are.
Ready for where you're going.
Next Steps
See why TruBlue remains the standard.
Option 01
Request a Demo
On-site demonstration with an A.R.C. clinical specialist. Evaluate TruBlue against your current platform.
Option 02
Schedule a Meeting
Connect with your local representative to discuss procedure fit, pricing, and regional availability.
Option 03
Download Evidence
PDF library of peer-reviewed publications with DOI links — read before you commit.
Get in Touch
A.R.C. clinical specialists coordinate demos with your team.
Manufacturer
A.R.C. Laser GmbHBessemerstraße 14
90411 Nürnberg, Germany
A.R.C. Laser GmbH · Nürnberg, Germany · 30+ years of laser engineering · ISO 13485 · FDA 510(k) · CE · UDI