5 Operation
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Operating Manual ARC 400
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5.7.2. Forced non cutting
This mode is used for contact coagulation with low tissue penetration, preferably
using fine electrodes and electrodes with small contact areas. It achieves a high
degree of coagulation with low cutting tendency.
Application areas
Fast coagulation with small penetration depth
Suitable instruments
Ball electrodes
Knife electrodes
Spatula electrodes
5.7.3. Forced mixed
This mode is used for contact coagulation with low tissue penetration, preferably
using fine electrodes and electrodes with small contact areas. It achieves a high
degree of coagulation with moderate cutting tendency.
Application areas
Fast coagulation with small penetration depth and moderate cutting tendency
Suitable instruments
Knife electrodes
Spatula electrodes
Insulated monopolar forceps