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LightLab 3 Cannabis Analyzer

LightLab 3 Cannabis Analyzer

Portable Cannabis Potency Testing, Made Simple

The LightLab 3 Cannabis Analyzer is a portable HPLC system designed for fast, accurate, in-house potency testing across flower, concentrates, biomass, and infused products.

System Highlights
  • Fast potency results in under 11 minutes
  • Measures 18 cannabinoids with lab-quality accuracy
  • Supports six cannabis sample types
  • Detection limits down to 0.05%
  • Generates Certificates of Analysis (CoAs)
  • Simple guided sample prep and 7″ touchscreen
Equipment Specifications
 
Dimensions:18.5” L x 14.1” W x 6.9” H
Weight:13.5 lb
Power:18 V, 1.5 A

The LightLab 3 Cannabis Analyzer: In-House Cannabinoid Analysis Without the Lab

Easy cannabinoid analysis for daily operations

The LightLab 3 Cannabis Analyzer is a portable HPLC-based system designed to make in-house potency testing simple and accessible. It provides clear cannabinoid data for a wide range of sample types, including flower, concentrates, biomass, and infused products, without the need for a traditional lab setup. Operators follow guided steps on the touchscreen, prepare small samples, and receive results in minutes, making it useful for harvest decisions, extraction optimization, and product development.

Cannabinoids Measured

Standard Cannabinoids

Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids Module*

*Optional add-on

For a full breakdown of sample types, analytes, workflows, and testing modules, you can download the LightLab 3 brochure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the LightLab 3 measure?

LightLab 3 measures up to 18 cannabinoids using lab-inspired chromatography. It also provides semi-quantitative terpene information.

What types of samples can I test?

You can analyze flower, biomass, concentrates, young plants, processed waste, tinctures, and infused products.

How long does a test take?

Most results are available in under 10 minutes, depending on the sample type.

Do I need lab experience to use it?

No. LightLab 3 uses guided workflows and a touchscreen interface, making it easy for new operators to follow step-by-step sample prep and testing.

How accurate are the results?

LightLab 3 uses the same liquid chromatography technique found in professional labs, offering reliable, actionable potency data suitable for daily operations and decision-making.

Can the analyzer detect low cannabinoid levels?

Yes. LightLab 3 is sensitive enough to detect cannabinoids down to 0.05%, making it useful for early harvest decisions and extraction optimization.

Is the system portable?

Yes. The analyzer weighs about 13.5 pounds, allowing teams to test on-site without needing a traditional lab.

Does it create Certificates of Analysis?

Yes. Results can be viewed, compared, and shared through the LightLab Dashboard, and detailed CoAs can be generated for documentation.

What is the Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids Module?

It’s an optional module that expands testing to include four additional synthetic or converted cannabinoids like THCP, HHC, and THC-O.

How often does the analyzer need maintenance?

LightLab 3 requires minimal routine maintenance, and consumables are easy to replace. Full maintenance guidelines are included in the brochure.

Can multiple team members use the system?

Yes. The touchscreen interface and built-in SOPs make it simple for teams to operate consistently across shifts.

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