Ellex Integre
Ellex · Model Integre
Built-In, Fully Integrated Design - Ellex’s fully integrated design optimizes laser treatment and provides a number of advantages, including a shorter travel distance for the laser beam and more stable, reliable and consistent delivery of energy. The Integre’s compact, efficient design creates more working space for the physician, as well as convenient, simultaneous access to the patient and laser controls. True Spot™ Optics - The True Spot™ optical system offers a uniform, sharp-edged top-hat beam on the retina, providing the benefits of a parfocal system, with the added comfort of low power density at the cornea. Superior Energy Distribution - Ellex lasers are manufactured with the highest quality optics and laser components available in the industry, with real-time energy control that continuously monitors and adjusts power output throughout each exposure. The result is even energy delivery from beginning to end of exposure, across the full diameter of the spot, without creating hot spots. Optimized Retina Slit Lamp - The Integre slit lamp combines a unique 10-degree convergence angle of viewing paths with high-resolution optics to create better depth perception and an improved stereo angle for superior peripheral viewing.
Key tips
- ·Verify laser output with a real power meter, not the unit's own display - the display can drift independently of true output.
- ·Take "the image looks a little off" reports seriously - optical alignment drift is usually gradual, not sudden.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
No or low laser output
HighSymptoms: Weak or no output at the delivery device, treatment ineffective, power not reaching the set value.
Root cause: Laser module / lamp / diode-bar ageing, a damaged delivery fibre / handpiece / applicator, or a driver / power-supply fault.
Cooling / thermal shutdown
HighSymptoms: Unit shuts down after a period, over-temperature or low-flow alarm.
Root cause: Chiller / TEC fault, low or contaminated coolant, a failed pump, or blocked airflow.
Delivery fibre / handpiece / applicator fault
MediumSymptoms: Burn marks at the tip, high loss, intermittent output, applicator not recognised.
Root cause: Damaged or contaminated fibre / applicator / connector.
Skin-cooling / contact-cooling fault (aesthetic)
MediumSymptoms: Skin cooling not delivered, cooling / cryogen alarm.
Root cause: Contact-cooling / cryogen supply, a valve, or the tip.
Footswitch / interlock / key fault
MediumSymptoms: Laser will not fire, key / interlock / footswitch error.
Root cause: Footswitch, door interlock, or key-switch fault.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Laser module / lamp / diode bar
Power re-calibration required after replacement.
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$$R&R Expert-level
Delivery fibre / handpiece / applicator
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$$R&R Fairly easy
Chiller / TEC components & coolant filter
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Contact-cooling tip / cryogen valve (aesthetic)
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Footswitch
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laser module / lamp / diode bar Power re-calibration required after replacement. | Periodic replacement | $$$$ | Expert-level |
| Delivery fibre / handpiece / applicator | Frequent wear item | $$$ | Fairly easy |
| Chiller / TEC components & coolant filter | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Difficult |
| Contact-cooling tip / cryogen valve (aesthetic) | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
| Footswitch | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Optical alignment / calibration check
- ·Lamp or laser output verification
- ·Annual full PM
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: No or low output
- Measure output at the delivery device with a laser power meter against the setting.
- Fit a known-good delivery fibre / handpiece / applicator.
- Confirm the cooling system runs and coolant is at level and clean.
- Check the key, interlock and footswitch are satisfied.
- Escalate a confirmed laser-module or driver fault to the OEM; recalibrate power after any module work.
Symptom: Thermal shutdown
- Confirm the cooling fans / pump run and airflow is clear.
- Check the coolant level and replace the coolant filter.
- Let the unit cool and restart.
- Clean the air filters / vents.
- Monitor for recurrence during a treatment.
Technical Specs
- Laser Type
- Diode
- Height
- 55 in
- Length
- 20 in
- Weight
- 112 lbs
- Wavelength
- 532 nm
- Width
- 36 in
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Eye clinic / ophthalmology suite
- Operating Room (ophthalmic surgery)
Documents & Manuals
Safety & Recalls
Synced live from the FDA openFDA API.
- RECALL
When using a Laser-Indirect-Ophthalmoscope (LIO) as the delivery device, a scattered laser beam inside the laser cavity system may unintentionally exit through the Slit Lamp output port (SDS) and get emitted from the Objective Lens when the laser is fired.
- RECALL
Electric Shock from Power Supply: The power supply has a defect which can cause an electrical shock to user.
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