Precision Multi-Purpose Ultrasound Phantom
The Precision Multi-Purpose Grey Scale Phantom 403GS LE offers advanced technology for measuring the image quality of high resolution ultrasound systems. Grey scale targets are provided for monitoring contrast and temporal resolution and distinguishing different intensities of brightness and border delineation capabilities of the ultrasound system. The 403 LE has the same general target layout and specifications as the 403GS LE but does not include grey scale targets.
The 403GS LE offers carefully placed targets to measure resolution, depth of penetration and electronic caliper distance accuracy. Axial resolution pin spacing patterns are small, offering better axial resolution tests. The resolution patterns, as well as all vertical and horizontal targets, are constructed of 0.1 mm nylon fibers for better detail definition and spatial resolution. Grey scale targets are set at –6 dB, +6 dB and high scatter relative to the background material and with equivalent attenuation properties. A 10 mm anechoic cyst is also provided to evaluate system noise and geometric distortion.
The phantoms incorporate our Tissue Mimicking (TM) gel which provides a smoother background texture than conventional (TM) gels. This gel reduces the backscatter that is inherent in other TM gels and is fully compatible with the latest in Tissue Harmonics equipment and technology. The 403GS LE also has a composite film scanning surface that has improved transmission properties so more of the ultrasonic beam can be transmitted and received.
403GS LE Features
- axial and lateral resolution targets at depths of 3.8 and 14 cm for precise resolution measurements of any ultrasound system
- anechoic cysts of 2,4, and 6 mm diameter
- -6 dB, +6 dB and high scatter grey scale targets
- convertible water dam for gel or water coupled scanning
- integral cover to protect scanning surface
- durable ergonomic design for ease of handling
- available in 0.5 and 0.7 dB/cm/MHz attenuation
- optional foam lined carrying case
Specifications
Tissue Mimicking Material
Speed of sound 1540 + 10 m/s
Attenuation 0.5 or 0.7 + 0.05 dB/cm/MHz
Targets - Grey Scale Targets
Contrast -6, +6 and +12 dB relative to background
Diameter 10 mm
Speed of sound 1540 +10m/s
Attenuation ……same as background
Anechoic Cysts
Diameters 2, 4, 6, and 10 mm
Speed of Sound 1540 + 10m/s
Attenuation 0.05 + 0.01 dB/cm/MHz
Pin Targets
Diameter of nylon lines 0.1 mm (0.004 in)
Vertical spacing 20mm at 2 to 16 cm deep
Horizontal Spacing 30 mm at 2 and 12 cm deep
Axial Resolution 3, 8, and 14 cm
Container
Walls extruded ABS
Scanning surface composite file
Size 23.2 x 8.25 x 18.5 cm (9.25 x 3.25 x 7.25 in)
Weight 2.8 kg (6 lbs 2.5 oz)
Options
Foam Lined Carrying Case
All acoustic measurements at 4.5 MHz, 22°C
0695-0135 Precision Multipurpose Phantom 403GS LE
0695-0136 Precision Multipurpose Phantom 403LE
