Call: 407-438-7847

GE OEC 9800 vs. Philips Pulsera C-Arm Comparison

This article will cover the differences between the two most popular units in the world today, GE OEC 9800 vs. Philips Pulsera. Both C-Arms can produce quality images with virtually the same tech specs and features.

The Two Major Differences of Both Units

The Pulsera comes with a 12-inch image intensifier which makes it ideal for angiograms and other vascular studies. The bulkier x-ray housing increases the heat capacity and is useful for longer fluoro procedures, but the bulky housing and larger image intensifier (II) makes it difficult to work around the unit during ortho cases. 

The GE OEC 9800 compact x-ray tube housing and the 9 inch image intensifier offers more space for the surgeons to work around when the x-ray tube is in the lateral position. However, the smaller housing on the tube may require more cooling time during longer fluoro procedures.

Here is a quick list of some of the features of both units. As you can see, the tech specs and features are about the same.

 OEC 9800Philips Pulsera
Image  
Detector size9″ or 12″ both triple mode9″ or 12″ both triple mode
Camera resolution1k x 1k High-Resolution CCD1k x 1k High-Resolution CCD
Field of view: 9” II9″, 6″, 4.5″9″, 7″, 5″
Field of view: 12″ II12″, 9″, 6″12″, 9″, 7″
Image acquisitionImage intensifierImage intensifier
Generator  
Focal spot0.3 mm and 0.6 mm0.3 mm and 0.6 mm
kV range40 – 120 kVp40 – 120 kVp
mA range0.2 – 40 mA, 150 mA on cine pulse mode0.2 – 20 mA, and high fluoro boost
kW15 kW7.5 kW
ModesPulse/continuousPulse/continuous
Pulse rateCont, 1, 2, 4, 8 pps, 15 pps6.25 or 12.5 pps
Documentation  
Image capacity400500
Video capacity10 min at 15 pps to dynamic digital disc2 hours to optional DVD recorder
DICOM 3.0 complaintYesOptional
MPPSYesOptional

Get Started

Request Pricing Today!

We’re here to help! Simply fill out the form to tell us a bit about your needs. We’ll contact you to set up a conversation so we can discuss how we can best meet your needs. Thank you for considering us!

Great support & services

Save time and energy

Peace of mind

Risk reduction

GE OEC 9800 vs. Philips Pulsera, Which One Is Best?

The purchasing decision relies on two factors price and studies done at the facility. Both units can do all surgical and fluoro procedures. And they both have the same technical factors with very little differences.

The Pulsera with its bulkier housing is better for doing prolonged fluoro procedures and other vascular studies. The GE OEC 9800’s smaller II and x-ray housing is ideal for ortho cases. The smaller footprint offers more room to work around.

Overall, you can’t go wrong with either C-arm. The differences in tech specs and features are negligible, and both can produce good images. The decision is based on the cases done at the hospital or medical practice. The two things to look for is maneuverability and image quality.

Our Equipment Specialists
Are Ready To Help You

At Amber Diagnostics our trained professionals have been refurbishing used imaging equipment since 1994. We are more than capable of handling all questions and services throughout the purchasing process including room planning, shipping, installation, and training. Our warranties and financing can be customized to fit your facility’s needs and budgets. Click here to receive a call from our experts.