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Kirlian Cameras

Kirlian Instant Camera

Pantheon Research has developed an ultra-small, portable, color Polaroid camera for taking Kirlian (high voltage electrical) photographs of finger tips. Kirlian photographs may be useful as an indicator of the functional status of the acupuncture meridians, showing excesses and deficiencies, and basic Yin/Yang attributes.

Kirlian photograph taken before acupuncture treatment.

These photographs are useful as an adjunct to traditional Chinese medical diagnosis, as an educational tool for patients, as a general energy diagnostic indicator, or simply as a fascinating instrument for fun. With Fuji FC 100 film, brilliant colors are obtainable.

Kirlian photograph after acupuncture treatment.

The Kirlian Instant Camera


The Kirlian Instant Camera is a "Polaroid based" Kirlian device, that is characterized by it's very small size, high portability, 9 volt battery power, and brilliant color photographs (when using the new Polaroid Pro-Vivid film) that are taken using Polaroid type films. It almost is literally a "palmtop" Kirlian apparatus. It is designed to take Kirlian images of the fingertips of either hand.

The photographs are of exceptional quality.

It is fun to operate and explore with. Pictures may give indications of emotional states, qualities of general health, physical properties of the skin, and the condition of the acupuncture meridean system. It is important to note that none of these correlations have been proved, but are topics of ongoing research.

The operation of the device is simple. On top of the case is the Polaroid film holder, with roller mechanism. The film holder accepts and holds the film case, which contains 10 sheets of film. This can be either the standard Polaroid films or the improved Fuji Film. On top of the film holder is a black cloth sleeve into which the hand is inserted, allowing the fingers to touch the film. After the power is turned on, a single button is pushed to take the picture of the finger tips.

The film is pulled through the rollers, after exposure, to start the development process. After 1 to 2 minutes, the film is fully developed, and ready for viewing. Inserting film in holder: The film should first be inserted into the polaroid holder, following instructions given on the film. The film can have confusing directions, and loading the film is often the trickiest step in the process, although when you know how to do it, it is very easy.

There is a hand held probe that can be held for better pictures. When using this, a small electrical sensation will be felt. A person with a wet hand or very moist fingers will feel an uncomfortable shock when using the probe.

The size is 4.5 x 8 x 4 inches. It is powered by two alkaline 9 volt batteries. Weight is two pounds.

Film: Polaroid types 665 (slow black and white), 667 (best black and white), 669 (color, but of poor quality), Super Pro (higher quality color), Fuji FC100 (great color), and Polaroid Pro Vivid (great color). Color pictures require that you push the button in multiple times to get a very good picture, as color film is slower.

Film may be loaded according to the instructions given by the polaroid film box. It is very simple. Just insert the film into the holder, and withdraw the black paper that protects the film.


Kirlian Cameras

Model KP-40 shown

KP-40 specifications

Size: 9 x 10 x 5 with carrying handle .
Weight: 8 pounds.
Electrode Plate: 8 x10 inches. 6 foot insulated cable to allow for placement on table or floor.
Calibrated functions include:

Power: 120 volts, 60 hz., or 220 volts, 50 hz.
Warranty: 12 months


Here's an example of a non-medical application of Kirlian phtography.
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