The APT300 transducer is an inexpensive pressure transducer which can be used to measure arterial blood pressures on all species, even on mice with high heart rates. It can be used for measurement of arterial pressure in vivo as well as for perfusion pressures in isolated perfused organs such as heart or kidney. It also can be used to measure isovolumetric left ventricular (balloon) pressures in isolated hearts from mice up to rabbits or pigs.

The transducer consists of a contact plate with cable and the exchangeable transducer head, which can easily be replaced. Contact plates with cables for different amplifier types are available. 

APT300 Contact plate with cable

Please read this carefully before use.

Product Description:

APT300 pressure transducers can only be connected to the amplifier (e.g. HSE TAM-A or TAM-D) in conjunction with the contact plate and the appropriate connector. The contact plates are made from high quality materials and are designed to give long service if handled and cleaned correctly.

The electrical operation of contact plates and amplifier connectors should be checked every time a new pressure sensor is installed. Zero point balancing of the pressure transducer should be made daily. If zero point balancing cannot be carried out check first the correct connections to the contact plate and amplifier. If you don't get it working, the pressure transducer, should be replaced.

Cleaning:

The components should be wiped clean with a surface disinfectant and soft cloth. Normal, alcohol based commercial disinfectant should NOT be used. If contact plates become heavily soiled clean them carefully. Generally ensure that the amplifier connector and the contact plates is not placed in fluid. If this does happen, the connector must be completely dried and checked by a medical technician before it can be used again. The contact pins of the contact plates can also be cleaned with a soft brush, (e.g. toothbrush) or spong.

Cleaning restrictions:

1. Cleaning the contact pins with hard objects, such as a knife or a screwdriver, may cause damage, which can result in malfunction or failure of the entire measuring system.
2. The electrical components should not be cleaned by ultrasound under any circumstances.
3. Hot cleaning methods (e.g. washing machine at 95°C) should not be used. 
4. The contact plates and amplifier connector should not be electrically operated during cleaning.
5. The following substances should not be used for cleaning: spirits, benzenes, ether, phenols, acids of any kind, caustic substances, phenol-based disinfectants and peroxide compound.
6. Contact plates and amplifier connectors should only briefly come into contact with disinfectant for cleaning purposes. Avoid under all circumstances storing in a disinfectant bath.

Storage:

If contact plates and amplifier connectors are not used, they must be stored in a dry, dark place (cupboard) at room temperature. 

Restrictions of use:

1. Contact plate and amplifier connector cables should not be kinked or routed over sharp edges.
2. The plug connection should not be broken by pulling on the cable.

APT300 pressure transducers (including contact plate with cable) for different amplifier types are available.