Ausgabe zur MEDICA 2019

Ausg.Nr._22/2019 11 medical devices Level "e" to EN ISO 13849-1 and Software Safety Classification "C" to IEC 62304, guaranteeing high levels of safety. This low-energy wireless technol- ogy makes it possible for the first time to use conventional alkaline batteries (e.g. type AA or type C) instead of rechargeable lithium ion batteries. This means that there is no longer any need for recharging, which in turn reduces the costs: not only is the charging equipment (OR-compatible power supply, waterproof connector, etc.) superfluous, but also the charging management. With three type C batteries and a typical use profile, the onboard power supply achieves a lifetime of more than one and a half years. Basis: new generation of universal foot controls The new laser wireless foot controls can also be used in a wide range of medical applica- tions requiring a compact design and protection from unintended actuation. The basis for this new devel- opment was the MKF-MED GP x11 family of universal wireless foot controls presented at the Medica last year. Features – be- sides its innovative wireless technology – include an ergo- nomic design: these foot controls can be operated intuitively and without fatigue. Above the pedals the user interfaces can be fitted with optional push buttons, also controlled by the foot. An ad- ditional collapsible bar makes it easy to position the foot control, while the wireless actuation pro- vides additional freedom without the restrictions of an (often un- hygienic) cable connection (Fig. 3). These universal wireless foot controls are available in one to four-pedal versions and comple- ment the existing steute range of user interfaces. At the Medica, steute will also be presenting universally applicable foot controls with SDC ("Service-oriented Device Connectivity"). Now the wireless foot controls for medical and cosmetic laser devices communicate with their laser units by remote control. The new development is based on the current wireless foot control series with one to four pedals and battery-powered wireless technology.