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Orthoscan
TAU 2020
orthoscan.com
480-503-8010
Price: not provided
FYI: Call this one "Biggie Smalls" if you'd like. Orthoscan's goal here
is to "blur the line" between mini and full-size C-arms. The TAU 2020
sports a very large flat-panel detector — 20cm by 20cm — and a 27-
inch touchscreen high-definition monitor. Touted as the only mini C-
arm indicated for pediatric use, its touchscreen interface includes
onscreen help that describes common system functions. The device
includes surgical LED lights that eliminate shadows originating from
the C-arm and staff. Its stepless, motorized collimator — something
usually found in fixed C-arms — can be adjusted through the touch-
screen. This device also features pulsed fluoroscopy, another dosage-
lowering approach usually found only on full-size C-arms. Other fea-
tures include a multifunction wireless footswitch, backlit controls, 3-
way brake control for easier transport, and integrated cable pushers
that protect power cords and other cables from damage. The power
button and I/O ports are directly on top of the chassis.
