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The table below illustrates the relationship between electrode diameter and current
density. As you can see the current density increases rapidly when diameter decreases.
Diameter
inches
Surface Area
Square inches
Current Density
mA/sq in (for 10mA)
1.25
1.2
8.2
2.00
3.1
3.2
3.00 7.1 1.4
1.25 inch
diameter
2.00 inch
diameter
3.00 inch
diameter
Figure 4.2—Electrode Sizes and Current Density
4.2 General Operating Instructions:
Before you start.
a)
Review precautions, contraindications and side effects/adverse reactions
listed in Section 5.
b)
Use Mettler Electronics electrodes to ensure safe and effective operation.
c)
Verify connection of the line cord to a grounded wall receptacle and the
Sys*Stim 294.
d)
For electrical stimulation connect electrode cables (ME 2260) into the electrode
connections for the channels that are going to be used.
e)
Note: Descriptions of the symbols used on controls are in Section 2.
