Olympus Water Resistant Cap MH-553

► Brief Description

The Olympus MH-553 is a vital component in the workflow of flexible endoscope reprocessing, ensuring the longevity of the expensive equipment and, most importantly, contributing to patient safety by allowing for effective cleaning and the detection of damage.

► Features

• Prevents Fluid Ingress: Its main role is to protect the delicate electrical connector and internal components of the endoscope from fluid penetration during manual cleaning, soaking, and automated reprocessing (e.g., in an Automated Endoscope Reprocessor - AER).
• Damage Prevention: By sealing the light guide connector, it prevents water and reprocessing chemicals from entering the endoscope's interior, which could cause damage, malfunction, or costly repairs.
• Airtight Seal for Leakage Tests: When used in conjunction with a leakage tester (such as the Olympus MB-155), the MH-553 creates a crucial airtight seal. This allows for the inflation of the endoscope with air to detect any punctures, tears, or damage in the external sheath or internal channels.
• Early Detection of Damage: Leakage testing is a critical step in reprocessing to identify even small leaks that could compromise patient safety (e.g., by allowing contaminants to enter the endoscope) or lead to extensive damage if not addressed.

► Specification

►FAQ

When should the MH-553 cap be replaced?

You should replace the water-resistant cap immediately if you notice:

• Cracks, splits, or permanent deformation in the plastic body.

• Degradation, hardening, or tearing of the internal rubber O-rings/gaskets.

• Any sign of moisture leakage inside the cap following a soaking or washing cycle.

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Spare parts for flexible endoscope: insert tube, wires,helix tube,coil pipe,C-cover,glass for CCD,glass for light bundle,objective lens for CCD,drive board for CCD,light guide tube, light bundle,forcep tube, bending section, rubber, air&water tube, CCD, light source, processor, monitor, etc.

► About Us

CareUtech is the global provider of medical equipment and medical equipment repair service, as well as offering spare parts. We focus on repair and repair training for monitor, Flexible & Rigid Endoscope, ultrasound, camera system, dynamical system and surgical instrument.

Shipping and packing
All products will be tested and sterilized for free, perfectly packed to ensure the safety of the goods, strictly in accordance with international export rules. We send to worldwide via EMS, DHL, FEDEX or other express, based on your choice.

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