BlueSeal magnet
Magnetic resonance
The new reality in helium-free MR operations
Philips BlueSeal magnet is the industry's first and only 1.5T fully sealed magnet, relieving you from helium-related complications and unpredictability. BlueSeal magnet requires only 0.5% of helium compared to a conventional Philips MR system.
BlueSeal Magnet
The world's first helium-free MR mobile solution
Delivering patient centric MRI services where and when needed in a more sustainable way with helium-free operations.
Demonstrated results Demonstrated results in acute patient management
82%
Total time saved for acquisition and analysis combined
Total time saved for acquisition and analysis combined
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reduction in quantification time
reduction in quantification time
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reduction in 2D diagnostic echo exam time
reduction in 2D diagnostic echo exam time
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pecificity with AI-based data pre-processing
pecificity with AI-based data pre-processing
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The world's first helium-free MR mobile solution
At Philips, we are committed to making radiology more sustainable. In MR, we have been leading in helium-free operations since 2018. Now we are taking this on the road with the introduction of our BlueSeal Mobile 1.5T* systems portfolio. Delivering patient centric MRI services where and when needed in a more sustainable way with helium-free operations.
Forget about helium
Philips BlueSeal uses a new, highly efficient micro-cooling technology which requires just 7 liters of liquid helium for cooling, instead of the 1,500 liters that conventional magnets use. This tiny amount of liquid helium is placed in the magnet and fully sealed during manufacturing, enclosing the precious gas for the rest of its life. No liquid helium can escape.1 This reduces potential long interruptions to MR services due to helium issues and eliminates helium refill costs during the magnet’s lifetime
Easy sitting, lower costs
On a classic magnet, long vent pipes must be installed to meet safety requirements and direct helium to an outside vent in case of a magnet quench. Because no liquid helium can escape1, the Philips BlueSeal magnet does not need a vent pipe, significantly reducing construction costs of new installations. With a minimum siting requirement of 3,700 kg, the BlueSeal system is around 900 kg lighter than its predecessor.2 This can potentially facilitate easier siting, reduce floor adaptations and further lower construction costs.
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Frequently asked questions
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Footnotes
- Even in the rare case of the magnet becoming unsealed, the negligible amount of helium escaping would not materially affect the oxygen level within the room.
- Compared to the Ingenia 1.5T ZBO magnet.
Disclaimer
Since 2016, Philips has conducted original research to help determine the readiness of countries to address global health challenges and build efficient and effective healthcare systems. The 2020 FHI report explores the perspectives of the next generation of healthcare professionals in all 15 countries. For details on the Future Health Index methodology and to access the 2020 report in its entirety, visit the Future Health Index site.