EaglePicher Introduces Implantable Medical Cell Designed Specifically For Monitoring Applications
EaglePicher Technologies, LLC announced that its Medical Power group has introduced two new implantable medical batteries. The two batteries, aimed at the implantable monitor market, are said to provide high energy density and low entry cost. Typical applications include implantable cardiac and glucose monitors.
The two Lithium Thionyl chloride cells, available in 350 and 750mAh formats, join the EaglePicher Medical Power CONTEGO Modular Battery Line. Lithium Thionyl chloride is said to be characterized by a high energy density and low self discharge for maximum reliability.
The cells are fully qualified for implantable applications, manufactured in the United States and available immediately. The CONTEGO series of modular implantable batteries is available in a range of capacities from 500µAh to 3.5Ah.
"Wireless devices are becoming an accepted method for monitoring the body prior to implanting expensive pacing devices or performing cardiac surgery," said Clay Braziller, Director of Sales and Marketing, EaglePicher Technologies/Medical Power. "EaglePicher’s new Lithium Thionyl chloride cells, with their low cost, low weight and high capacity, are a perfect match for monitoring applications and have already attracted several global customers."
