IVUS Imaging Wire for Ultra-Thin Coronary Ultrasound Catheter for Precise Vessel Assessment

Ultra-Thin IVUS Imaging Wire for Intravascular Ultrasound Catheter Systems

Product Overview

HOTTEN provides customized IVUS imaging wires for intravascular ultrasound catheter systems used in cardiovascular and vascular imaging applications.

These precision medical cables are designed for catheter architectures where small cable dimensions, controlled electrical performance, flexible routing and reliable signal transmission are important. The cable construction can be configured according to the requirements of the customer's imaging system, catheter structure and termination design.

For ultra-thin intravascular applications, cable construction must balance electrical performance with physical constraints. HOTTEN supports customization of the conductor, insulation, shielding, sheath and outer jacket structure to meet different medical imaging system requirements.

The product is intended for medical device OEM and engineering development projects, with support from prototype development through production.

Key Features

Ultra-Thin IVUS Cable Construction

Designed for intravascular ultrasound catheter systems where available internal space is highly constrained.

Precision Signal Transmission

The cable construction can be configured to support stable signal transmission within medical imaging systems.

Flexible Construction

Material and structural options can be selected according to routing, bending and integration requirements.

Shielding Options

Different shielding structures are available to support signal integrity and electromagnetic interference control.

Multiple Material Options

Conductor, insulation and outer covering materials can be selected according to project requirements.

OEM Customization

Cable diameter, conductor configuration, AWG, insulation, shielding, impedance and termination can be customized for specific medical device designs.

Technical Specifications

Cable Construction

Conductor

The conductor is the electrical transmission core of the IVUS imaging wire.

Available conductor options include:

• Silver plated copper

• Tinned copper

• Silver plated copper alloy

• Tinned copper alloy

The conductor material and size can be selected according to electrical, mechanical and dimensional requirements.

Insulation

HOTTEN supports several high-performance insulation materials for customized medical cable construction:

• PTFE

• ePTFE

• FEP

• PFA

The insulation structure can be selected according to the required dielectric characteristics, dimensional constraints and mechanical performance.

Shielding

Shielding is an important part of the cable design when stable signal transmission and EMI control are required.

Available shielding configurations include:

• Tinned copper shielding

• Silver plated copper shielding

• CU/PET shielding

• AL/PET shielding

The shielding structure can be configured according to the customer's electrical and mechanical requirements.

Sheath and Jacket

Depending on the catheter and device architecture, different outer protection materials can be selected.

Sheath options:

• PFA

• FEP

• PTFE

Jacket options:

• PVC

• TPU

• TPE

• Silicone

• PFA

• FEP

Typical Applications

The IVUS imaging wire can be customized for:

• Intravascular ultrasound systems

• Intravascular imaging catheters

• Coronary ultrasound catheter systems

• Cardiovascular diagnostic equipment

• Interventional cardiovascular devices

• Medical imaging equipment

• Medical device OEM development

The final cable construction should be matched to the specific catheter architecture and imaging system rather than selected only by cable type.

Engineering Considerations

1. Ultra-Thin Diameter

IVUS catheter systems have highly constrained internal spaces. Cable diameter should therefore be considered together with the catheter lumen, transducer configuration and other internal components.

2. Signal Integrity

The conductor, insulation geometry and shielding structure can affect the transmission behavior of the cable. For imaging applications, cable construction should be evaluated as part of the complete signal path.

3. Shielding Structure

Shielding may be required to reduce electromagnetic interference and maintain more stable signal transmission in the final device.

4. Flexibility and Routing

The cable may need to pass through compact and curved structures. Material selection and cable construction therefore need to accommodate the mechanical routing requirements of the catheter assembly.

5. Material Compatibility

Conductor plating, dielectric material, shielding and jacket materials should be selected according to the mechanical, electrical and device-integration requirements of the project.

6. Manufacturing Consistency

For medical device development, prototype performance must be transferable to repeatable production. Dimensional consistency, material control and electrical testing are therefore important when moving from engineering samples to mass production.

Engineering & Procurement Considerations

When sourcing an IVUS imaging wire, procurement teams should provide the following information whenever available:

OEM Customization

HOTTEN supports customized IVUS cable development based on customer drawings, specifications and application requirements.

Customization can include:

• Ultra-thin cable diameter

• Conductor size and configuration

• AWG selection

• Conductor material

• Insulation material

• Shielding structure

• Impedance optimization

• Sheath configuration

• Outer jacket selection

• Cable length

• Connector assembly

• Prototype samples

• Mass-production configuration

For OEM projects, cable construction can be developed around the customer's catheter architecture instead of relying on a fixed standard cable design.

Quality and Testing

HOTTEN's current IVUS product page identifies the following testing capabilities for precision medical cable production:

• Electrical continuity t