5.2.1
Operational overview
Introduction
The Sterile Tube Fuser - Dry is used to weld together thermoplastic tubing in a sterile
manner. Each piece of tubing is connected on one end to a container, bag or process
equipment. The other end is sealed by a clamp, plug, or other closure.
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Section 8.2 Compatible tubing for Sterile Tube Fuser - Dry, on page 95
approved tubing types. It is not possible to seal non-thermoplastic materials such
as PTFE or silicone.
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The Sterile Tube Fuser - Dry can handle various tubing diameters specified in
Section 8.2 Compatible tubing for Sterile Tube Fuser - Dry, on page 95
Schematic operation
Stage
Description
1
The cutting blade (A) is installed. It retracts into the instrument.
2
The tubing (B) is placed in the holders (C). Arrows (B) indicate the part of
tubing to be connected.
C
C
B
A
B
3
The cutting blade heats up and when heated it cuts through both tubing
pieces.
5 Operation
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