The Medtronic Covidien Valleylab FT10 energy platform delivers precise amounts of energy with improved performance for faster sealing and cutting times. The Built-in smart TissueFect, on the Covidien FT10, is a tissue sensing technology that not only improves the speed but also the consistency of current hand-held devices by reading tissue composition in real time. TissueFect, on the Valleylab FT10 examines device performance 434,000 times per second, monitoring tissue impedance and allowing effective and efficient energy delivery. The Medtronic FT10 provides RF energy for monopolar and bipolar surgical applications as well as tissue-fusion and vessel-sealing applications. The Touchscreen is divided into four sections for user input and viewing capabilities. This Energy Platform (VLFT10GEN) will automatically detect coded handsets and configures the energy platform accordingly.
50% faster sealing times Lower jaw temperatures Auto bipolar has a faster activation time Monopolar performance is improved Power by smart generators that manage every energy delivery Improves all surgical applications
Physical Specifications Height: 6.7" (17 cm) Width: 14.1" (35.8 cm) Depth: 18.2" (46.25 cm) Weight: 22.3 lbs. (10,1 kg) Performance Faster sealing times: (1-4 seconds vs. 3-6 seconds with ForceTriad™) Lower max jaw temperature Automatic power settings require minimal setup and minimize need for further handling during surgery Simple, intuitive controls and information displays New ES Settings Soft coag TissueFect Tissue Sensing Technology Reads tissue: 434,000 times per second Bipolar Cable Compensation Reads cable length and width for consistent electrosurgical output Low Power Setting Ranges:Off, 1–15 W Peak Voltage: 133 V Medium Power Setting Ranges:16–40 W Peak Voltage: 214 V High Power Setting Ranges: 45–95 W Peak Voltage: 462 V Upgradeable Software Ethernet connection (Has WiFi capabilities that are not yet enabled) General Output configuration: Isolated output Cooling: Natural convection and fan Display: 7 in. LCD touchscreen Connector Receptacles: LED illuminated connector readers on the LigaSure/Bipolar receptacle Enclosure: Magnesium Operating System: Linx Environmental Parameters Operating Temperature: 50 to 104 °F (10 to 40 °C) Operating Humidity: 30% to 75% non-condensing Operating Atmospheric Pressure: 700 to 1060 millibars Transport and Storage Temperature: 14 to 140 °F (-10 to +60 °C) Transport and Storage Humidity: 25% to 85% non-condensing Transport and Storage Atmospheric Pressure: 500 to 1060 millibars Internal Memory Storage Capacity: 8 GB Input Power 100-127 VAC Line Voltage Full Regulation Range: 90–140 VAC Line Frequency: 47-63 Hz Max VA Nominal Line Voltage: 950 VA Max Mains Current: 9.5 ARMS Max Heat Dissipation: 180 W 220-240 VAC Line Voltage Full Regulation Range: 198-264 VAC Line Frequency: 47–63 Hz Max VA Nominal Line Voltage: 950 VA Max Mains Current: 4.8 ARMS Max Heat Dissipation: 180 W Leakage Touch Current: < 100 μA NC, < 500 μA SFC Earth Leakage Current: < 500 μA NC, < 1000 μA SFC Patient Auxiliary Current (< 1kHz): < 10 μA NC, < 50 μA SFC Patient Auxiliary Current (> 1kHz): Scaled with frequency per IEC 60601-1:2012, but does not exceed 10mA NC/SFC Patient Leakage Current: < 10 μA NC, < 50 μA SFC Total Patient Leakage Current: < 50 μA NC, < 100 μA SFC
The Valleylab FT10 is a high frequency electrosurgical generator intended for use with monopolar and bipolar accessories for cutting and coagulating tissue. When used with compatible sealing devices, it is indicated for sealing vessels up to and including 7 mm, tissue bundles, and lymphatics. The generator can also be used with compatible resectoscopes for endoscopically controlled removal or coagulation of tissue using 0.9% NaCl solution as the irrigation medium.
The tissue fusion function has not been shown to be effective for tubal sterilization or tubal coagulation for sterilization procedures. Do not use this function for these procedures.
Preform the following safety check once a year, or as directed in your service manual for the FT10 to verify that the energy system is functioning properly. Refer to your service manual for more detailed instructions on how to preform these saftey checks.
Before cleaning or servicing the unit, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet in order to completely isolate the generator from mains power. NOTICE: Do not clean the energy platform with abrasive cleaning or disinfectant compounds, solvents, or other materials that could scratch the panels or damage the energy platform. Do not spay cleaning Fluids directly on the generator as damage to the generator may occur.