Force FX Technical Specifications

A SMOOTHER CUT THROUGH
ALL TISSUE TYPES
The Force FX generator adjusts

automatically, responding to tissue
changes, maintaining power delivery,
and minimizing drag.
ADDED SAFETY AND RELIABILITY
MINIMIZES ELECTROSURGICAL
RISKS
call 800.255.8522 to order
LIGASURE VESSEL
SEALING SYSTEM
ELECTROSURGICAL
GENERATORS
EDUCATION
& TRAINING
NEUROSURGICAL
PRODUCTS
Capacitive coupling is reduced by

30-50% when using Instant Response
technology. This reduction is achieved
by limiting the RMS voltage and the
high frequency harmonics. Lower
voltage means less neuromuscular
stimulation and more precise delivery of
energy to reduce collateral damage.
ELECTROSURGICAL
ACCESSORIES
Instant Response technology

provides surgeons with improved
performance at lower power settings,
minimizing the risk of tissue damage
and neuromuscular stimulation, and
decreasing the need to turn up the
generator.
LAPAROSCOPIC
INSTRUMENTS
INSTANT RESPONSE
TECHNOLOGY
ARGON-ENHANCED SMOKE EVACUATION

ELECTROSURGERY
PRODUCTS
with Instant Response technology
COOL-TIP RF
SYSTEM
Force FX Electrosurgical Generator
ULTRASONIC
SURGICAL PRODUCTS
ELECTROSURGICAL GENERATORS
What is Instant Response Technology?

Instant Response technology features an advanced feedback system that recognizes
changes in tissue 200 times per second, and adjusts voltage and current accordingly
to maintain appropriate power. This unique capability differentiates Instant Response
generators from any other, as shown by their high power efficiency rating (PER).
Thats smart generator technology.
PER indicates the ability of a generator to accurately deliver the selected power into a
wide range of tissue types. With a PER of 98, the Force FX generator provides a
consistent surgical effect and has a higher PER than any other electrosurgical
generator.*
Instant Response technology provides consistent power through

different tissue types.
The Force FX generator provides surgeons with the advantage of accurately

delivering the selected power setting, even through resistant tissue. The power curve
below illustrates the Force FX generators consistent output.
When a conventional generator encounters tissue changes, both power delivery and
cutting efficiency are reduced. This means that higher power settings are required in
order to cut through all types of tissue. With higher power settings, more energy is
delivered, and tissue damage increases.
45
Force FX
Generator
PER = 98
Output Power (Watts)
35
30
Power delivery
advantage of
Instant Response
technology
Fat, scar, adhesions
25
Mesentery, omentum
20
Gall Bladder
15
Bowel
Conventional
Generator
PER = 61
10
Liver, muscle
5
Prostate in nonconductive solution
0
0
1000
2000
Impedance (Ohms)
Approximate tissue impedance ranges
* PER values are approximate and are measured at 40 watts.
3000
4000
Unique Features of the Force FX Electrosurgical Generator
Instant Response technology ensures that the power delivered remains virtually constant,
regardless of the tissue type
Improved performance at lower power settings minimizes the risk of tissue damage and
neuromuscular stimulation
Three internal microcontrollers reduce system reaction time and increase the systems
processing speed
Spray coagulation voltage of no more than 9000 volts peak-to-peak output for broad,
but superficial coagulation with limited capacitive coupling
A Power Efficiency Rating (PER) of approximately 98 for accurate and consistent cut
performance
Three cut modes, all controlled by Instant Response technology, offer surgeons a variety
of choices
Low Cut for delicate tissue or laparoscopic cases
Pure Cut for a clean, precise cut
Blend for cutting with hemostasis
Four coag modes

Desiccate for low voltage contact coagulation suitable in laparoscopic and delicate tissue work
Fulgurate (high crest factor) for efficient noncontact coagulation in most applications
Fulgurate (low crest factor) for lower voltage coagulation requirements
Spray for coagulating large tissue areas with superficial depth of necrosis
Three bipolar modes

Precise, Standard, and Macrobipolar are controlled by the Instant Response system
Precise and Standard settings utilize low voltage to prevent sparking
Versatile system that is uniquely compatible with other devices, including:

Force Argon II and Force GSU argon coagulation system
CUSA EXcel and CUSA 200 ultrasonic surgical aspirators
OptiMumm smoke evacuator, through a direct cable link
Valleylab VLCM bipolar current monitor
Compatible with and used as the electrosurgical energy source for:

Dyonics* Control RF arthroscopic ablation system
Dyonics* Electroblade rotary resection system
Cook Vascular Perfecta EDS pacemaker lead extraction system
Compatible with, and the exclusive electrosurgical generator for, the Computer Motion
Hermes Voice Command System
* Trademark of Smith & Nephew
Force FX Electrosurgical Generator

Technical Specifications (110-120V)
WAVEFORMS
PER = 98
PER (Power Efficiency Rating) is the measure of an
electrosurgical generators ability to accurately deliver the
selected power into a wide range of tissue types.
Monopolar Cut
Low:
390 kHz sinusoid. Similar to the Pure Cut
mode except the maximum voltage is limited
to a lower value.
Pure:
390 kHz sinusoid
Blend:
390 kHz bursts of sinusoid, recurring at 27
kHz intervals. 50% duty cycle envelope.
Monopolar Coag
Desiccate: 240 kHz sinusoid repeated at 39 kHz.
8% duty cycle.
Fulgurate: 390 kHz damped sinusoidal bursts with a
repetition frequency of 30 or 57 kHz into
500 ohms
Spray:
390 kHz damped sinusoidal bursts with a
randomized repetition centered at 28 kHz.
Frequencies include 21kHz < f < 35 kHz.
Output is further modulated by a random 250
Hz envelope with a variable duty cycle.
Output power changes by less than 15% or 5 watts,
whichever is greater, as the line voltage varies from
104-132 volts and 208-264 volts (at rated load).
LOW FREQUENCY LEAKAGE (50-60 HZ)
Source current, patient leads, all outputs tied together.
Normal polarity, intact chassis ground
< 10 A
Normal polarity, ground open
< 50 A
Reverse polarity, ground open
< 50 A
Sink current, 140V applied, all inputs
< 50 A
WEIGHT
Height:
Width:
Length:
Weight:
AND DIMENSIONS
11.1 cm (4-3/8 in.)
35.6 cm (14 in.)
43.9 cm (17 in.)
< 8.1 kg (< 18 lbs)
INPUT POWER REQUIREMENTS

Operating range is 85 to 132 AC volts. Maximum current
is 7 amperes in Cut and 4 amperes in Coag.
HIGH FREQUENCY LEAKAGE
Bipolar:
Less than 60 mArms
Monopolar: Less than 150 mArms
REM CONTACT QUALITY MONITORING
SYSTEM
Measurement Frequency:
80 kHz 10 kHz
Measurement Current:
Less than 10 A
Acceptable Resistance Ranges:
REM pad 5-135 ohms

Non-REM pad less than 20 ohms
Acceptance range is 5-135 ohms after
REM PolyHesive II return electrode is applied.
Adaptive REM
REM trip is baseline impedance plus 40%. For example,
if the baseline impedance is 30 ohms, the upper level trip is
approximately 42 ohms. If the pad-patient impedance falls
below the baseline impedance, a new baseline is
established.
EN
AL
E Q U IP
T E D 6 0 7K
IC
MODE
IC
OUTPUT CHARACTERISTICS
LIS
ME
ME
Meets UL and cUL specifications.
T E D 6 07K
LIS
470 kHz sinusoid

470 kHz sinusoid
470 kHz sinusoid
EN
OUTPUT
Bipolar
Precise:
Standard:
Macro:
AL
E Q U IP
MAXIMUM
P-P VOLTAGE
RATED LOAD
(OHMS)
MAXIMUM POWER
(WATTS)
CREST FACTOR*
(TYPICAL)
Bipolar
Precise
Standard
Macro
450
320
750
100
100
100
70
70
70
1.5
1.5
1.5
Monopolar
Cut
Low
Pure
Blend
1350
2300
3300
300
300
300
300
300
200
1.5
1.5
2.5
Monopolar
Coag
Desiccate
Fulg. High Crest Factor
Fulg. Low Crest Factor
Spray
3500
8500
6900
9000
500
500
500
500
120
120
120
120
5
7.0
5.5
8
CEM
Mode
Monopolar Cut (Low)

Monopolar Coag
(Desiccate)
1000
3500
300
500
100
70
1.5
5
*Crest Factor is an indicator of a waveforms ability to coagulate without cutting.
ORDER INFORMATION
CATALOG
NUMBER
Force FX-C
ORDER
QUANTITY
DESCRIPTION
Microcontroller-based isolated electrosurgical generator,

designed for all general surgical procedures. Unit includes
the Valleylab adaptive REM system and Instant Response
technology.
1 each
Valleylab
a division of Tyco Healthcare Group LP
5920 Longbow Drive
Boulder, CO 80301-3299 USA
800 255 8522
2002 Valleylab
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Printed in USA
945605267
9/02

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A SMOOTHER CUT THROUGH

ALL TISSUE TYPES

The Force FX generator adjusts

call 800.255.8522 to order

Capacitive coupling is reduced by

Instant Response technology

ARGON-ENHANCED SMOKE EVACUATION

with Instant Response technology

Force FX Electrosurgical Generator

What is Instant Response Technology?

Instant Response technology provides consistent power through

The Force FX generator provides surgeons with the advantage of accurately

Output Power (Watts)

Fat, scar, adhesions

Approximate tissue impedance ranges

* PER values are approximate and are measured at 40 watts.

Unique Features of the Force FX Electrosurgical Generator

Four coag modes

Three bipolar modes

Versatile system that is uniquely compatible with other devices, including:

Compatible with and used as the electrosurgical energy source for:

* Trademark of Smith & Nephew

Force FX Electrosurgical Generator

INPUT POWER REQUIREMENTS

REM pad 5-135 ohms

Meets UL and cUL specifications.

470 kHz sinusoid

Monopolar Cut (Low)

*Crest Factor is an indicator of a waveforms ability to coagulate without cutting.

Microcontroller-based isolated electrosurgical generator,

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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