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GORE™ TETRAD™ 4D Ultrasound Probes

GORE TETRAD 4D Ultrasound Probe

Imaging in 4D has become the fastest growing ultrasound imaging modality. Gore introduces a new probe family that offers the highest performance and reliability standards in the industry. This product family is supported by Gore's outstanding worldwide manufacturing resources. Gore also offers support with motor controllers and 4D imaging software, depending on customers’ needs. Gore is committed to continue to advance the state of the art 4D technology with continuously improving reliability, performance and ergonomics.

Acoustic Parameters

Center frequency 3.0 - 6.0 MHz
Number of elements 128 - 256
Radius of curvature 40 mm
Range of motion ± 45 degrees
Volume rate > 4 volumes/sec (at full range)
(Higher volume rates are achievable
at smaller angles)
 Motor type  Stepper motor with microstepping

Probe Cable and System Connector

Cable types Typically low-cap, highly ergonomic GORE™  Medical Probe Cables

Other cable types are available to meet specific needs
Cable length 2.0 - 3.6 m
Connector and housing Customized per customer requirements
Tuning Optimized for customer requirements

Safety

All safety testing will be done in compliance with IEC 60601-2-37.

  • Electrical leakage - High voltage breakdown
  • AC current leakage
  • Drop test

Environmental

Probe handle and requisite cable will meet the requirements for IEC529 "watertight" (IPX7).

Storage Conditions

Temperature range from -40°C to +70°C

Biocompatibility

The patient contact materials will be biocompatible per ISO 10993-1.

  • Category: Surface device
  • Contact : Skin
  • Contact duration: Limited (less than 24h)

Chemical compatibility

Unless otherwise noted, probes will be verified to be compatible for the equivalent of one year of use. Where applicable, the manufacturer's recommended concentration and exposure time will be used as a basis for determining the appropriate exposure.

  • CIDEX®
  • KLENZYME®
  • Saline, 5% solution
  • CIDEX® OPA
  • CIDEX® Plus
  • T-Spray
  • Aquasonic gel

 

STERIS® is a registered trademark of STERIS Corporation
STERRAD®, CIDEX®, CIDEX® OPA and CIDEX® Plus are registered trademarks of Advanced Sterilization Products® a Johnson + Johnson Company
KLENZYME® is a registered trademark of Quad Chem Limited


 

 


 
 

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