C-Arm Comparison: ZIEHM VISION FD VARIO 3D vs Oscar 15 FD
Here’s comparison review of Ziehm Vision FD Vario 3D and Genoray’s Oscar 15 FD. Both system features Flat Detector panel instead of II and comes with lots of advanced capabilities and close competitors. Let’s see how they measure up on key specs!
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| Brand & Model | ZIEHM VISION FD VARIO 3D | Genoray Oscar 15 FD |
| X-ray Generation | 2.02kW Stationary Anode | 15kW Rotating Anode |
| X-ray Cooling Rate | 45,000 HU/min | 100,000 HU/min |
| kV Range | ~ 110kV | 40-120kV |
| Pulse Rate | Not specified | 1, 2, 4, 8, 15, 30 (To be added Summer of 2019) |
X-ray Category: Who Wins?
Oscar 15. Oscar 15 has 15kW Rotating Anode which is industry standard for most C-Arms in the market versus Ziehm adopted much lower powered 2.02kW Stationary Anode.
| Detector | Flat Detector 20 x 20cm (7.87 inches) | Flat Detector 26 x 26cm (10.24 inches) |
| Resolution (more pixels the better) | 1024 x 1024 pixels | 2,600 x 2,560 pixels |
| Pixel pitch (smaller the better) | not listed | 100 u |
Detector Category: Who Wins?
Oscar 15. Oscar 15 comes with bigger panel with higher resolution.
| Free Space | 895mm / 35.24″ | 800mm / 31.49″ |
| Depth of Arc | 680mm / 26.77″ | 730mm / 29″ |
| Orbital Rotation | 90/45 (overcast) degrees | 90/60 (overcast) degrees |
| Panning Motion | +-20 degrees | +-12.5 degrees |
Physical Spec Category: Who Wins?
Too close to call. Each system takes 2 categories & actual difference in real life applications would be minimum.
| Advanced Features | 3D | Network Capable (Windows), Remote Control Diagnostic, Virtual Collimator, Adjustable Low Dose Mode |
| Storage | Max 55,000 images | 4~5 Million images |
| Output | DVD, USB, Thermal Printer, DICOM (optional) | DVD, USB (JPG or BMP or DICOM), Thermals or HP printer, DICOM |
| Warranty & Support | 12 Months | 5 Year Full Parts Warranty + 1 Year Labor Warranty LIFETIME Phone & Remote Control Support! |
Which do you think is a winner? Which would you get? Tell me your thoughts below!
Hi! only to say that Ziehm Vario systems are no longer produced by Ziehm since some years ago.
For motorized (and 3D) systems they have the Ziehm RFD Hybrid Edition (or RFD 3D), with 25 kW or 30 kW
Thanks for the update!