Fresh & Clean Medical Fiber Optic Cables Go A Long Way

Should the medical fiber optic cable become contaminated before use, clean the cable thoroughly with a soft bristled brush and hand warm water.

Recommended soap solutions: Use a non-oily cleaner or mild soap. Do not use synthetic detergents or oil based soaps as these soaps may be absorbed and may subsequently leak out to cause a tissue reaction.

Medical Fiber Optic Cable Cleaning

      1.      A soft bristled brush used in lukewarm water with mild soap is recommended to remove visible debris.
      2.      Do not use synthetic detergents or oil based soap, as the chemicals may be absorbed into the cable and
               subsequently leak out and cause tissue reactions.
      3.      Rinse thoroughly in warm water followed by a distilled water rinse.

Disinfection of Fiber Optic Cables

Fiber optic cables may be soaked in disinfecting solutions without damage. Usually less than 10 minutes.

Sterilization of Fiber Optic Cables

Medical fiber optic cables are designed to withstand repeated autoclave sterilizations in the following types of sterilizers: standard gravity (Steam) and Steris (System 1). Avoid sterilizing with sharp or pointed instruments!

Following sterilization allow your cable to cool to room temperatures SLOWLY. Do NOT immerse or rinse in cold liquid, as this will cause fiber breakage and extensive light transmitting losses.

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