Learn about the Battery Specifications of Vscan Air - Charging time, Capacity and Battery lifetime and Voltage Requirements
The Vscan Air probes are powered by a Li-Ion battery. The battery is not fully charged prior to shipment. To maximize time of use, it is recommended to recharge the battery before use for at least 1.5 hours. Establish a routine for charging the battery to maximize device availability.
The battery will be charged when charging the Vscan Air probe as described in the section Charging Vscan Air
Battery Specifications (Basic)
Items | Unit | Value | Description | |
| Basic | Nominal Voltage | mV | 3600 | MAX |
| Current | mA | 889 | Avg 0.71C | |
NOTE:
- Use only AC adapter that are compliant to (marked with) applicable regional or country standards.
- The Vscan Air probes are not certified for being charged inside a road or air ambulance.
- Store the Vscan Air probe in a cool and dry place. Never store or charge the probe in extreme temperatures, such as inside a hot car, near heat sources or fire, or in pressurized or very cold environments.
- Charge the probe as soon as possible after the battery is fully discharged.
- Consider discontinuing use of the probe and replace the battery with an authorized Vscan Air GE HealthCare battery if the probe does not meet the expected scanning time. Example: The probe is running for 30 minutes instead of the expected 50 minutes.
- Replace the probe battery every 5 years to maintain optimal safety and system functionality.
NOTE: The AC adapter and the wireless charger must be kept outside the patient environment (refer to local regulation and EN 60601-1). The user should perform charging of the Vscan Air probes outside the patient areaBattery Specifications (Charging time, Capacity & Lifetime)
Item | Specification |
Charging time starting at 10%, charging to 90% Conditions: Probe powered off, new probe or battery, room temperature (20 to 25 deg C). | 75 minutes |
Capacity | 50 minutes continuous scan (see Note) |
Lifetime | At least 500 charges |
In order to get maximum charging capacity with your Vscan Air battery, you should initially allow the battery to be fully charged and then fully discharged at least three times. Perform normal operation during these cycles. Once the initial charging/ discharging cycles are performed, the following is applicable without reducing the lifetime of the battery:
- It is not necessary to completely discharge the battery before re-charging.
- It is possible to stop charging the battery before it is fully charged, but the battery will then be discharged more rapidly.
- It is possible to charge the battery several times each day, if needed.
To minimize battery performance degradation, avoid prolonged storage of the Vscan Air probe outside the specified temperature range.
NOTE: To maximize battery life it is recommended to store the Vscan Air probe inside a temperature range of - 20°C to + 50°C. Batteries generally degrade by aging and number of recharging cycles and will have reduced capacity over time.
NOTE: The 50 minutes continuous scanning time is valid for a fully charged new battery using 80% B-mode and 20% color during scanning. Scanning is taking place at normal room temperature (22°C) and the factory default for the curved array Abdominal preset is utilized.Voltage requirements
The AC adapter will function on voltage from 100 to 240 VAC and 50/60 Hz.
NOTE: Only use mains power of 100 – 240 VAC. Voltage outside this range can cause a malfunction or destroy the AC adapter.
Disclaimer: The information herein is not intended to replace the product’s User Manual. Please consult the User Manual for comprehensive information and cautionary guidance about the product’s operation and use.