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- Weight: 742.44 lb
- Manual brake release is independent of the main controls and requires no power to operate
- Rotating top enhances C-arm and microscope access
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Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: MFI-SKY-6500-ELITE
- Phone: (800) 759-8766
Frequently asked questions
Does the Skytron 6500 offer powered articulation?
Yes, the Skytron 6500 Elite features fully powered articulation managed via the operating hand control for precise and efficient patient positioning.
Key powered features include:
- 210-Degree Rotating Top: For superior C-arm and microscope access, and increased legroom for seated surgeons.
- Powered Kidney Bridge: Standard, offering 5 inches of motorized elevation.
- Fully Powered Brakes: Ensures stability during procedures.
- “Return-to-Level” Function: Rapidly resets the table to a neutral position.
The table also offers extensive powered movement ranges, including ±30 degrees for both Trendelenberg and lateral tilt.
What is the surgery table height adjustment range?
The Skytron 6500 Elite offers a wide range of powered height adjustment, which is crucial for optimizing patient positioning across various surgical procedures and ensuring surgeon comfort (whether seated or standing).
The adjustable table height ranges are:
- Minimum Height (Lowered): 26 inches
- Maximum Height (Raised): 47 inches
This extensive range supports superior surgical access and flexibility in the operating room.
What is the articulation range for tilt and Trendelenberg?
The Skytron 6500 Elite provides extensive powered articulation, ensuring optimal patient positioning and enhanced access for surgical procedures. The maximum tilt ranges are:
- Trendelenberg: ± 30 degrees
- Reverse Trendelenberg: ± 30 degrees
- Lateral Tilt: ± 30 degrees
This robust movement is precisely controlled using the operating hand control, which helps maintain accurate positioning throughout the procedure.
Does the rotating top enhance superior imaging access?
Yes, the Skytron 6500 Elite is designed for superior imaging access and flexibility. The table top offers an exceptional 210 degrees of rotation.
This high degree of rotation provides several benefits:
- It significantly optimizes positioning and access for advanced imaging equipment, such as C-arm fluoroscopy and surgical microscopes.
- It improves the ergonomic setup for the surgical team by providing more legroom, particularly beneficial for seated surgeons.
- Despite the extensive movement, the stable footprint and rigid surface maintain accurate patient positioning throughout procedures.
Does the surgical table feature a manual brake release?
Yes, the Skytron 6500 Elite includes a critical safety feature: an independent manual brake release. This system operates completely separate from the main electronic controls and does not require electrical power to function, ensuring stability and control even during a power interruption.
Does this table ensure stable patient positioning?
Yes, the Skytron 6500 Elite is engineered to provide highly stable and secure patient positioning throughout surgical procedures, featuring critical design elements to maintain rigidity and prevent unwanted movement.
Key stability and safety features include:
- Rigid Surface and Stable Footprint: The design utilizes a stable footprint and a highly rigid patient support surface to minimize movement and ensure accurate positioning.
- Fully Powered Brakes: The table features fully powered brakes for secure locking, managed conveniently via the operating hand control.
- Independent Manual Safety: For maximum safety, the unit includes an independent manual brake release mechanism, which allows the table to be secured even if main power is lost.
Can the head section be detached for lithotomy?
Yes, the head section of the Skytron 6500 Elite is detachable and can be inserted into the end of the foot section. This feature is particularly useful for facilitating lithotomy procedures, offering enhanced flexibility for patient positioning.
Does this surgery table offer advanced versatility?
Yes, the Skytron 6500 Elite is engineered as a general-purpose surgery table offering extensive articulation and versatility across a broad range of specialties. This flexibility is supported by several key design features:
- Superior Imaging Access: The table top offers 210 degrees of rotation, optimizing access for C-arm fluoroscopy and surgical microscopes, while also improving leg room for seated surgeons.
- Enhanced Capacity: The table safely accommodates a patient weight limit of up to 500 lb.
- Standard Powered Features: It includes a standard powered kidney bridge with 5 inches of elevation for precise positioning, plus fully powered brakes and a “return-to-level” function.
- Specialized Positioning: The head section is detachable and can be repurposed by inserting it into the foot section to provide necessary leg support for lithotomy procedures.
What key components come with the refurbished table?
The Certified Refurbished Skytron 6500 Elite Surgery Table is delivered ready for immediate use and includes the following essential components:
- New Pads: The table ships with brand-new pads to ensure optimal patient comfort and hygiene.
- Operating Hand Control: This wired control unit manages all powered features, including extensive articulation, the standard 5-inch powered kidney bridge elevation, fully powered brakes, and the convenient ‘return-to-level’ function.
- 10-Foot Power Cord: A 10-foot power cord is included for connecting the unit to the standard AC/Electric power source. (Note: A rechargeable battery configuration is also available as an option.)
Does this surgery table support a high patient weight?
Yes, this general-purpose surgery table supports a high patient capacity, with a maximum weight limit of 500 lb. This capacity is an enhancement over previous models in the 6000 series, offering increased versatility for various surgical procedures.