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Fiber optic cable for medical LED light source 4.5mm | For Laparoscopes, Cystoscopes and endoscopes
Fiber optic cable for medical LED light source 4.5mm | For Laparoscopes, Cystoscopes and endoscopes
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Clinical reference: Learn more about the Fiber Optic Light Cable on the Nareseal Atlas — the free ENT clinical reference from Netcare Instruments.
Get crystal-clear illumination with the Netcare 4.5mm Fiber Optic Cable. Durable, autoclavable light guide compatible with LED light sources, Laparoscopes, Cystoscopes, and Endoscopes.
High-Transmission 4.5mm Fiber Optic Cable for Endoscopy by Netcare
The Netcare 4.5mm Fiber Optic Light Cable is engineered to provide superior, consistent illumination for a wide range of minimally invasive surgical procedures. Designed with a 4.5mm core diameter, this cable ensures maximum light transmission efficiency from your LED light source to the surgical site, delivering the bright, clear visuals essential for procedural accuracy.
Key Features & Benefits
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Optimal Core Diameter: 4.5mm fiber optic core provides maximum light delivery, rivaling the output of larger, heavier cables.
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Enhanced Durability: Features robust outer sheathing and a reinforced strain relief to resist kinking and fiber breakage, ensuring a long service life in high-volume clinical settings.
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Medical Grade Sterilization: Built with autoclavable materials to withstand repeated steam sterilization cycles (e.g., 134°C for 3 minutes), maintaining hygienic standards without degradation.
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Bright, Stable Illumination: Provides a uniform surgical light guide for a clearer field of vision, crucial for precision in General Surgery and Urology procedures.
Clinical Applications
This high-performance medical fiber optic cable is an indispensable tool for multiple specialties, ensuring reliable light transmission for:
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Laparoscopy: Cholecystectomy, Appendectomy, Hernia repair.
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Cystoscopy: Bladder examination, Stone removal procedures.
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Endoscopy: General GI, ENT (Otolaryngology), and Bronchoscopy.
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Arthroscopy: Joint examination and repair (e.g., knee, shoulder).
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Brand | Netcare |
| Fiber Core Diameter | 4.5mm (Optimized for high-intensity LED sources) |
| Usage | Endoscopy, Laparoscopy, Cystoscopy |
| Compatibility | Storz Types compatible |
| Sterilization | Autoclavable |
| Material | Medical-grade components |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a medical fiber optic light cable used for?
A fiber optic light cable transmits light from an external LED cold light source to an endoscope or telescope, providing the illumination required for endoscopic visualization. Without the light cable, the endoscope has no internal illumination and cannot function.
What connector size is the Netcare fiber optic cable?
4.5mm — the standard medical fiber optic connector size compatible with Storz-type light sources (including Netcare's 100W and 120W LED cold light sources) and most rigid endoscopes including sinuscopes, laryngoscopes, arthroscopes, and cystoscopes.
Is the Netcare fiber optic light cable compatible with Storz endoscopes?
Yes. The 4.5mm connector is the Storz-standard and is compatible with Storz, Olympus, Wolf, and Netcare endoscope light cable ports without adapters.
How should fiber optic light cables be sterilized?
Fiber optic cables should be sterilized according to manufacturer specifications — typically cold sterilization with glutaraldehyde solution or ethylene oxide (ETO), not steam autoclaving. Autoclaving at 134°C can damage the optical fibers. Always check the specific cable's sterilization rating before autoclaving.
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