An engineer experienced with radiofrequency (RF) ablation systems might wonder what all the fuss is about when looking at the design of a pulsed field ablation (PFA) system. Compared to an RF ablation generator, a PFA generator is going to look much less complicated, perhaps with only a tenth as many parts. But the seemingly…
Power supply safety standards for home medical devices
Patients using blood pressure monitors and CPAP devices in non-clinical environments are protected by IEC 60601-1-11. Ron Stull, CUI Home medical devices can provide an excellent first line of defense when dealing with health and medical issues, and there is an increased need for at-home care for patients released from hospitals and other healthcare facilities.…
SL Power Electronics launches power supply for next-gen medical applications
SL Power Electronics has launched its GB130Q-C family of 130W quad output power supplies in a 3 in.-by-5 in. open-frame form factor. The company said the product line was designed specifically for next-generation applications, with a screwless design and no topside heatsink allowing for a more automated assembly, increasing system reliability and reducing system costs.…
Why new battery technology will lead to disruptive medtech innovations
What’s the next big disruption in battery technology? Three experts from Integer, a global leader in medical device outsourcing, weigh in. Martin Cholette, Robert Rubino and Chris Williams, Integer What new technologies in medtech are being enabled by advances in battery technology? Chris Williams: One new technology is the leadless cardiac pacing market. Integer has developed…