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PillCam™ COLON 2 Capsule
PillCam™ COLON 2 capsule is a camera within a capsule that captures images as it travels through the colon.
Physical Properties | |
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Dimensions | Length: 32.3 mm + 0.5 mm Diameter: 11.6 mm |
Weight | 2.9 g + 0.1 g |
Material | Biocompatible plastic |
Optical Properties | |
Number of Heads | 2 |
Illumination | 4 white light emitting diodes on each side |
Field of View | 172° ISO-8600-3 |
Effective visibility | Distance: 3 cm |
Min. detectable object | At least 0.1 mm |
Operational Properties | |
Operating Time | Minimum of 10 hours |
Chemical Safety | Resistant to dissolution in pH=2 to pH=8 |
Battery Type | Silver Oxide batteries |
Operating Temperature | 20–40°C |
Storage Temperature | 0–25°C |
Uplink Communications | |
Operating Frequency | 434.1 MHz |
Frame Rate | 4–35 fps |
Data Rate | 2.7 Mbps and 8.1 Mbps |
Modulation Type | MSK/Digital Data |
Effective Radiated Power | -44.56 dBm |
Downlink Communications | |
Operating Frequency | 13.6 MHz |
Receiver Bandwidth | +/- 150 kHz |
PillCam™ COLON 2 Sensor Belt
Patients undergoing capsule endoscopy with the PillCam™ COLON 2 system may wear the PillCam™ COLON 2 sensor belt. The belt is worn around the patient’s waist over a single layer of clothing and can be adjusted to achieve the most comfortable fit.
Front Dimensions | |
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Dimensions | 470mm x 100 x 12mm |
Insert Material | PORON (Rogers comp), Kapton (Dupont) and Polypropylene |
Number of Sensors | 4 |
Cleaning Method | Wipe with alcohol wipes |
Back Sensor | |
Dimensions | 254 mm x 178 x 12mm |
Insert Material | PORON (Rogers comp), Kapton (Dupont) |
Number of Sensors | 2 |
Cleaning Method | Wipe with alcohol wipes |
Download Loop | |
Cable Length | 1900 +/- 3 mm |
Cleaning Method |
Wipe with alcohol wipes |
PillCam™ COLON 2 Sensor Array
The PillCam™ COLON 2 sensor array features an 8-lead sensor, which is placed on the patient’s body to receive transmision data from the PillCam™ COLON 2 capsule.
Reception Antenna | |
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# of Sensor Elements | 8 Sensors |
Sensor Size | Diameter: 40 mm |
Material | Polyurethane, Teflon |
Antennas Wire Material | Coax wire |
Transmission Antenna | |
Antenna Structure | Loop antenna |
Size | 1.9 m |
Color | Black |
Material | Polyurethane, Teflon |
PillCam™ Recorder 3
The PillCam™ recorder 3 is a recording device with a built in real-time viewer, which is worn by the patient during the PillCam™ procedure. Following the procedure, the physician downloads the images from the PillCam™ recorder 3 for interpretation.
Order Code | Description | Unit of Measure | Quantity |
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400100102 | PillCam™ Recorder 3 Kit (includes cradle & pouch) | Each | 1 |
FGS-0554 | PillCam™ DR3 Recorder Case | Each | 1 |
FGS-0347 | PillCam™ Recorder 3 (recorder only) | Each | 1 |
ASM-0355-01 | PillCam™ Recorder 3 Pouch & Strap (accessories) | Each | 1 |
Physical Properties | |
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Software | Proprietary firmware |
Recording Capacity | Up to 15 hours @ LCD OFF |
Weight | 500 g, including battery pack |
Operational Power | 3.5–4.2 V DC, 0.15–0.5 A |
Battery Type | Internal, Li-Ion, 3.8 V typical, 8800 mAH |
Operating Temperature | 0–40°C |
Storage Temperature | 0–55°C |
Storage and Operating Humidity | Up to 85% |
Storage and Operating Pressure | 790–520 mmHg |
Receiver (Rx) | |
Operating Frequency | 434.1 MHz |
Transmitter | |
Operating Frequency | 13.6 MHz |
Frequency Band | ISM |
Modulation Type | Linear Chirp |
Type of Modulated Signal | Digital data |
Effective Radiated Power | -27.4 dBm |
Achieve direct visualization of the colon with the PillCam™ COLON 2 system. This innovative capsule endoscopy solution provides clear images of the colon to support detection of polyps with a noninvasive, patient-friendly device.
With innovative features like adaptive frame rate technology, advanced optics, and an extra-wide angle of view, this system has proven accuracy for detecting colon polyps.([FOOTNOTE=Eliakim R, Yassin K, Niv Y, Metzger J, Lachter J, Gal E, et al. Prospective multicenter performance evaluation of the second-generation colon capsule compared with colonoscopy. Endoscopy. 2009 Dec;41(12):1026-31.],[ANCHOR=],[LINK=]),([FOOTNOTE=Spada C, Hassan C, Munoz-Navas M, Neuhaus H, Deviere J, Fockens P, et al. Second Generation PillCam™ COLON Capsule Compared with Colonoscopy. Gastrointest Endosc. 2011;74(3):581-589.],[ANCHOR=],[LINK=]),([FOOTNOTE=User Manual (DOC-2044-02, March 2013), page 19.],[ANCHOR=],[LINK=]) The PillCam™ COLON 2 system includes everything you need to perform a capsule endoscopy procedure, record images and interpret the results.
Adaptive frame rate technology optimizes tissue coverage, giving you greater confidence in the exam.
Includes full reading training to facilitate ease-of-use and ensure your proficiency with the technology.
Get indications, contraindications, and procedure risk information for the PillCam™ COLON 2 system.
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