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MITS-TT-LF

MITS-TT-LF

MITS - TableTop - Low Field

The Low-field MITS-TableTop (MITS-TT-LF) is a MITS-TT designed for lower MRI fields, such as 0.55T. It provides the same features and applications as the high-field version: a compact and easy-to-use radiofrequency (RF) induced field generator optimized for scaling and validating transfer function models (deposited power, heating or terminal voltage) of active implantable medical devices (AIMD) inside low and high permittivity media.

The MITS-TT-LF can operate at two different frequencies. The default target MRI fields are 0.55T and 1.0T, with operating frequencies of 23.4 MHz and 42.6 MHz. Custom frequencies, or combinations of fields (e.g. 0.55 / 1.5T or 0.55 / 3.0T) are available upon request.

Medical Implant Test System – TableTop Low-Field (MITS-TT-LF).

The system fully complies with all relevant test specifications (ISO 10974, ASTM F2182, PC76, and FDA guidance).

Validation is possible with minimal remounting of the AIMD by adjusting phase and amplitude between the two electrode pairs, thereby varying the induced field following the Test Field Diversity method. The test system only requires low power (~50 dBm) and will be shipped calibrated.

MITS-TT-LF comprises two units (high and low permittivity media). The two pairs of orthogonal electrodes are integrated in the phantom. The dual-band source, amplifiers and control computer are integrated in a small rack.

   

Applications

Testing of MRI RF-induced power deposition, temperature, and voltage of implants per ISO 10974 and other standards.
Evaluation of new prototypes. Validation of numerical medical implant models.

Frequency

23.4 and 42.6 MHz (dual-frequency)
Custom frequencies, or combinations of fields (e.g. 23.4 / 64 MHz or 23.4 / 128 MHz) are available upon request.

Max. Item Length

110 cm using validated routings

Compatible TSM

HPM unit: ε = 78, σ = 0.47 and 0.65 S/m
LPM unit: ε = 11.5, σ = 0.045 S/m
(Separate custom units for desired conductivities are available upon request)

Unit Dimensions

50 cm diameter, 33 cm height

Unit Weight

13.5 kg

Rack System

19" rack, ~20 kg
(piX Analyzer can be integrated into rack)

Standards

ISO 10974
ASTM F2182
PC76
FDA guidance

System Compatibility

Stand-alone
EASY6
DASY Module AIMD