The safety of patients and users plays a central role in
the development of medical devices, with Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of crucial importance.
Devices operating in an electromagnetically active environment must avoid interference in critical applications such as diagnostics or therapy. Failure could affect sensitive systems and also endanger patients.
An often-underestimated risk is posed by the connection between the device and the handpiece, sensor or surgical tool.
This is where the ODU MEDI-SNAP® comes in, meeting the requirements of IEC 60601-1 (patient & user protection) and IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC protection).
Highest protection standards: 2MOPP and 2MOOP
The MEDI-SNAP® connectors offer two protective measures (2MOPP/2MOOP) against electric shock, as required by IEC 60601-1. The use of touch-safe plastic housings and defined creepage and clearance distances guarantee maximum safety. Thanks to innovative designs such as asymmetric contact arrangements and insulating sleeves, ODU is able to implement these protective measures even in compact connectors.
Perfect Signal Integrity and EMC Protection
The connectors offer 360° metal shielded feedthrough, preventing electromagnetic interference from both the outside and the conductive contacts inside. Tests in independent laboratories according to IEC 61000-4-2 show that ODU solutions withstand electrostatic discharges of up to +/- 15 kV in air and +/- 8 kV in direct contact, without sparking or interference.
Applications and benefits
MEDI-SNAP® connectors are ideal for patient monitors, diagnostic devices, surgical systems or therapy devices. The combination of plastic housing and metal shielding provides maximum patient safety in a compact design with flexible customisation options.
This ODU technology enables reliable and future-proof connections that accelerate development processes and guarantee the highest safety standards – an essential prerequisite for modern medical technology applications.
ODU-UK Ltd tel: 0330 002 0640
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