What is AV / TL connector?
All HEINE 3.5V full size instruments and handles
are available in 2 connecting systems:
AV connector: HEINE's exclusive patented automatic connecting system. Positive locking mechanism ensures a secure connection between Instrument and handle
TL (Twist Lock) connector: Welch Allyn 3.5V style connecting system. All HEINE TL Instruments and Handles are compatible with Welch Allyn products.
| Heine AV Connector | Welch Allyn TL Connector |
Connecting
System FAQs:
1. How do I specify which connector I want when ordering product?
As the AV Connector is a HEINE exclusive, our ordering system is based upon it.
Should you wish to order your products with the Welch Allyn compatible TL
connector please specify this when ordering your product an authorized HEINE
Distributor. To distinguish between AV and TL products in our catalogs and on
the website, Instruments and power sources with the TL connector have the suffix
"TL" in their product number. For example, C-02.30.100 becomes C-02.30.100 TL
with the TL connection system.
2. I have a HEINE Instrument but am not sure whether it is and AV or TL.
The simplest way to distinguish between AV and TL Instruments is to remove the
Instrument from the handle and stand it up on a flat surface. TL products will
stand up and AV product will not (see images above).
3. Replacement Bulbs.
Instruments with "TL" connectors often require different bulbs from those used
in instruments with the patented Heine "AV" connector. Be sure to specify
connecting system and Instrument model when ordering replacement bulbs.