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LightLab 3 Psychedelics Analyzer

LightLab 3 Psychedelics Analyzer

In-House Psilocybin & Psilocin Analysis Made Simple

The LightLab 3 Psychedelics Analyzer offers real-time potency testing for mushrooms, extracts, capsules, chocolates, and more using an accessible, portable HPLC system.

System Highlights
  • Tests psilocybin, psilocin, 4-AcO-DMT, and total tryptamines
  • Fast 8–10 minute test time
  • Supports six sample types
  • Built-in SOPs for easy operation
  • Generates Certificates of Analysis (CoAs)
  • Factory-calibrated with traceable standards
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 Psychedelics Analyzer: Potency Testing for Mushrooms and Infused Products

Get clear, real-time data on psilocybin, psilocin, and other key compounds across multiple sample types

The LightLab 3 Psychedelics Analyzer is a portable, user-friendly HPLC system designed to give producers and researchers clear potency data for psychedelic mushrooms and infused products. It measures key compounds—including psilocybin, psilocin, 4-AcO-DMT, and total tryptamines—across multiple sample types like dried and wet biomass, gummies, chocolates, capsules, and extracts. With guided workflows and real-time results, LightLab 3 Psy helps teams make informed decisions throughout cultivation, extraction, product development, and dosing.

 

Sample Types & Analytes

Sample Types

Analytes

Dried Biomass

Wet Biomass

Chocolates

Extracts

Capsules

Custom Modes


Psilocybin

Psilocin

4-AcO-DMT

Total Active Psilocin

Total Tryptamines


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 Psy Analyzer measure?

It measures psilocybin, psilocin, 4-AcO-DMT, Total Active Psilocin (TAP), and total tryptamines across various product formats.

What sample types can I test?

You can test dried biomass, wet biomass, chocolates, gummies, capsules, extracts, and custom modes designed for unique formulations.

How long does a test take?

Most potency tests run in about 8 minutes, with sample prep typically taking 2–10 minutes depending on the product.

Do I need lab experience to use it?

No. The analyzer includes built-in sample-specific SOPs and an intuitive touchscreen interface, making it easy for new and experienced operators.

Is the analyzer portable?

Yes. Weighing only 13.5 pounds, the unit can be used virtually anywhere without requiring a full laboratory environment.

How accurate are the results?

The system uses high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) with factory-calibrated, traceable standards for dependable and repeatable potency data.

Can it generate Certificates of Analysis (CoAs)?

Yes. LightLab 3 Psy automatically produces CoAs and includes a QR code system for viewing, downloading, and sharing results.

What is Total Active Psilocin (TAP)?

TAP represents the total psychoactive potential of a product, factoring in psilocin and psilocybin that will convert during digestion—helpful for dosage verification and labeling.

Who is the equipment designed for?

It’s ideal for mushroom cultivators, extraction teams, infused product manufacturers, R&D labs, and anyone needing accurate potency data for psychedelics.

How does it support cultivation and strain optimization?

Operators can track potency throughout growth, identify peak harvest windows, evaluate substrate variations, and understand the impact of environmental conditions.

Can the analyzer help verify product dosing?

Yes. The system reports potency in mg per serving and mg per package, making it simple to confirm accurate and consistent product dosing.

Where can I access test history and reports?

Results can be viewed on-screen, exported via CSV, or accessed through the LightLab Dashboard for comparison, tracking, and sharing.

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