Medical testing and monitoring systems require a heightened level of performance, reliability, and safety compared to many other industries because patient lives are at stake.
ECG cables are used along with electrodes that are placed on patients to convey electrical
signals required for cardiac testing.
What Are ECG Medical Cables?
An ECG cable, or ECG patient cable, is designed for non-invasive heart monitoring, to help
diagnose potential heart issues.
The ECG cable connects to electrodes which are positioned at specific locations on the patient’s body in to detect and record the heart’s electrical activity. The cables transmit the electrical
activity back to an ECG device for analysis and diagnosis by medical professionals.
ECG Patient Cable Products Promote Patient Safety
Cardiac care professionals are better able to provide optimum care when they have access to the best cardiac equipment and accessories. ECG medical cables, along with sensors, are some of the most important cardiac accessories these professionals need. If a cardiac care unit lacks quality cables, the quality of the ECG monitoring is compromised, which means the safety of
patients is also at risk.
ECG Cable Attachments
Some common ECG cable attachments include:
- Trunk cables
- Limp clamp adapters
- Alligator clip adapters
- Banana to tab adapters
The compatibility of attachments varies based on the ECG cable and model of the ECG machine. Be sure to check the specifications of the ECG cable attachment to determine if your ECG
patient monitor cables and device are compatible with the attachment.
Typical ECG Cable Material
ECG cables typically have an outer coating of silicone, thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), or PVC. Due to its flexible nature and softness, silicone is the preferable coating option. Thermoplastic is also soft to the touch like silicone, and provides excellent abrasion and tear resistance with a high tensile strength. PVC covers are thick, flexible, and soft, making them another acceptable option.
Our Selection of Patient Monitor Cables
ECG cables for patient monitoring measure impedance and ECG respiration in adult and
pediatric patients. These products include color-coding with a location designator made of
embossed plastic. The color codes and visible positions on the trunk’s cable yoke help ensure proper application of the electrodes.
ECG patient cables are compatible with different patient monitors used in cardiac care units.
On ECG cables you will find part, serial, and lot numbers to ensure equipment compatibility and product traceability. If you replace old ECG cables with new ones, you should be able to detect
a difference in the quality of the ECG monitoring thereafter.
Durable ECG Cables and Accessories
ECG cables are able to endure twisting and bending and have been tested to ensure optimum performance. The signal integrity of these cables is protected with electrical shielding.
Since they are color-coded and clearly labeled, mistakes are minimized and patient care is
optimized. Our selection of ECG patient cable options gives you the supply of cables you need, when you need them.
ECG Cable Compatibility
If you want to know what devices are compatible with a particular ECG cable, check the cable product description to find the ECG machines that are compatible with that particular cable.