>Hi
>We are in the process of choosing a confocal and are deciding between the
>Bio-rad 1024 and the Leica.  We are concerned about reports on the liftime
>and reliability of the Bio-rad laser.  Has anyone any information on the
>liftimes of the lasers on these two systems or any other information which
>might be relevant in choosing between these two systems.
>Thanks Peter Wigmore
 
Hi Peter
Leica (in Sweden) guarantee a lifetime of 3500 hrs of their Ar/Kr laser
Best wishes, G. Ocklind