Description
Overview
The ConMed 138018 is a reusable Hyfrecator® ball electrode with a 3/16 in ball, used for controlled coagulation in office electrosurgery. It is supplied 10 per pack.
Key Features
- 3/16 in (0.5 cm) ball spreads energy for controlled coagulation.
- Reusable, reducing per-procedure electrode cost.
- 1.6 in overall length suits general office procedures.
- Pack of 10 lets a practice rotate electrodes through reprocessing.
Configuration and Package Contents
- ConMed catalog # 138018
- Reusable ball electrode
- 10 per pack
- Pencil and Hyfrecator® unit sold separately
Technical Specifications
| Catalog # | 138018 |
| Ball diameter | 0.1875 in (0.5 cm) |
| Overall length | 1.6 in |
| Use | Reusable |
| Pack quantity | 10 |
Compatibility and Accessories
- Inserts into the active end of Hyfrecator® pencils: Hyfrecator® 2000 hand control pencil (7-900-5) or Hyfrecator® foot control pencil (7-900-6).
- For use with the ConMed Hyfrecator® 2000 electrosurgical unit.
- Also see the Hyfrecator® reusable electrode starter kit (700).
- Do not cold sterilize; ConMed advises against cold sterilizing surgical electrodes because of possible corrosion (per operator's manual).
Documents and Warranty
Compare Models
| Model | Ball diameter | Length | Pack |
| 138018 Ball Electrode | 3/16 in (0.5 cm) | 1.6 in overall | 10 |
| 138019 Short Ball Electrode | 1/8 in (0.3175 cm) | Short shaft | 5 |
Genuine ConMed product, sold by The Hospital Equipment Company.