Hi all,

We have two Leica SP2 AOBS confocal systems. The one purchased in Dec 2003
had a problem with the optic fiber of the Argon 488 laser (almost no light
passed), and the fiber was changed in Feb 2008. The new fiber is now dead as
well (after 1.5 yrs), and should be replaced. Last time this cost us over
4800 euro (7000 USD), and I am wondering what kind of lifetime others expect
for the fibers. To me this sounds like a high unexpected annual cost, and I
have not seen it with other confocal systems here or elsewhere. If any of
you have useful information, this is part no 51905-488 (manufacturer unkonwn).

Best regards 

Pertti Panula