Wavelength platform
Q-Switched Nd:YAG
A Q-switched Nd:YAG laser delivering nanosecond pulses at 1064 and 532 nm — a pigment and tattoo modality that complements picosecond delivery on a multi-mode platform.
Q-switched Nd:YAG delivers high-peak-power nanosecond pulses at 1064 nm (deeper, darker-skin-friendly) and 532 nm (superficial, warm-toned pigment). It works through a photoacoustic effect on pigment; exact parameters are specified in each device's documentation.
What is Q-switched Nd:YAG?
Q-switched Nd:YAG is a nanosecond-domain pigment and tattoo modality. It delivers high-peak-power pulses at 1064 nm and 532 nm that act on pigment through a photoacoustic effect. The 1064 nm wavelength suits deeper and darker pigment with a favourable epidermal melanin profile; 532 nm targets more superficial, warm-toned pigment.
How it fits alongside picosecond
On a multi-mode platform, Q-switched and picosecond delivery are complementary pigment pathways. Q-switched operates in the nanosecond domain; picosecond delivery is shorter and produces a stronger photomechanical effect, which can improve clearance of some inks while helping spare surrounding tissue. A provider selects the mode that matches the target.
On the Pro 1 Pico platform
The Pro 1 Pico integrates picosecond, Q-switched, and long-pulse Nd:YAG modes in one platform.
The Pro 1 Pico system integrates Picosecond, Q-Switched, and Long-Pulse Nd:YAG modes.
See the Pro 1 Pico product page for specifications, licensing, and regulatory status, and the tattoo removal and pigmentation overviews for treatment context.
Technical background
Exact wavelengths, pulse parameters, and output figures vary by device and are listed in each system’s manufacturer documentation. Providers evaluating a specific configuration should request the current specification sheet rather than rely on general ranges.
Devices using this technology
Related applications
Related technologies
- Picosecond Laser
- Long-Pulse Nd:YAG
FAQs
How does Q-switched differ from picosecond delivery?
Both act on pigment through a photoacoustic effect. Q-switched pulses are in the nanosecond domain; picosecond pulses are shorter, producing a stronger photomechanical effect that can improve clearance of some inks while helping spare surrounding tissue.
Which wavelengths does Q-switched Nd:YAG use?
1064 nm for deeper and darker pigment with a favourable epidermal melanin profile, and 532 nm for more superficial, warm-toned pigment targets.
Which device offers these modes?
Pro 1 Laser offers picosecond, Q-switched, and long-pulse Nd:YAG modes on the Pro 1 Pico multi-platform system; specifications and regulatory status are on the Pro 1 Pico product page.
How do I request specifications or a demo?
Use the contact options on this page to request specifications or book a demonstration for your clinic.