What Is The Longevity Of Your Cath Lab Tube?

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What Is The Longevity Of Your Cath Lab Tube?
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By Vikki Harmonay
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Good question! If you have a Cath Lab, you want
to know how long your Cath Lab tube or X-ray tube
will last. Does it last as long as a CT tube? The
reality is, as a rule Cath Labs dont track the
tube usage in the same way as other modalities.
While its hard to know exactly how long a Cath
Lab tube will last, the experts at Atlantis
Worldwide can shed a little light on this. After
all, theyve been working with CT scanners, X-ray
machines and other medical imaging systems for
more than 31 years.
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• As a rule, Cath Lab tubes last between 5-8 years.
  When looking at top sellers in the marketplace,
  weve learned
• The Siemens Megalix CAT and CAT Plus will last
  around five years
• The GE Performix 160A has a lifespan of roughly
  eight years
• The Philips MRC 200 0407 and MRC 200 0508 will
  last about eight years as well

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What Factors Affect Cath Lab Tube Life?
The major factor that will affect your Cath Lab
tube life is its intensity of use. The higher the
power level it runs at and the longer the tube
runs affects how long it will work. If a tube is
operated at moderate conditions, it will last
longer than one that consistently runs longer and
at higher intensity.
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Can I Extend The Life Of My Cath Lab Tube?
In order to help your Cath Lab tube to live a
longer life, be sure to keep the tube chiller in
good working order by staying on top of regular
maintenance. This can keep it operating at
maximum efficiency. Its also important to use
the prescribed warmup sequences in the morning
and shutdown sequences at the days end. This
allows temperature changes in tube power to be
gradual and therefore less stressful on the Cath
Lab tube. Another great idea is to utilize the
services of a maintenance service provider on a
regular basis. It will help you protect the life
of your Cath Lab tube.
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Talk To An Expert
The experts at Atlantis Worldwide are happy to
answer any questions you may have about
maintenance requirements for any medical imaging
equipment. Should you be in the market for a
medical imaging solution and want a more
affordable price, its wise to consider
purchasing a used or refurbished system. Youll
get the performance you want plus the warranty
coverage that will deliver peace of mind. To
find out more, contact Atlantis Worldwide Today!
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