United Imaging 40-slice CT uCT 520
Introduction:
uCT 520 is designed to bring customers greater access to advanced technologies. The system also shows excellent financial performance with reliable components and multiple integrated advanced applications.
参考价：
US$140,000–180,000 / unit
Overview
· Cost-effective CT system for routine clinical examinations
· 40-row Z-Detector
· Up to 80 slices per rotation with optional configuration
· 0.75 sec/360° rotation time
· 42 kW generator
· 70 cm gantry aperture
· 205 kg patient table load capacity
· 70 / 80 / 100 / 120 / 140 kV scanning
· GOS scintillator-based Z-Detector
· Ultra-low-noise detector design
· Real 3D Cone Beam Reconstruction
· KARL 3D Iterative Denoising
· uDose 3D Dose Modulation
· 70 kV low-dose scanning
· AI-assisted EasyScan workflow
· EasyLogic intelligent prediction platform
· ±30° physical gantry tilt
· uECO energy-saving mode
· Suitable for general CT, CTA and contrast-enhanced examinations
Specifications
| Specification | uCT 520 |
| Product Type | Computed Tomography (CT) Scanner |
| Manufacturer | United Imaging Healthcare |
| Model | uCT 520 |
| Detector | Z-Detector |
| Detector Material | Gadolinium Oxysulfide (GOS) |
| Number of Detector Rows | 40 |
| Maximum Slices per Rotation | 80 |
| Rotation Time | 0.75 sec/360° |
| Tube Anode Storage Capacity | 2 MHU |
| Generator Power | 42 kW |
| kV Settings | 70 / 80 / 100 / 120 / 140 kV |
| Gantry Aperture | 70 cm |
| Gantry Tilt | Up to ±30° |
| Table Load Capacity | 205 kg |
| Dose Modulation | uDose 3D Dose Modulation |
| Low-kV Imaging | 70 kV Scan Mode |
| Image Reconstruction | Real 3D Cone Beam Reconstruction |
| Iterative Reconstruction | KARL 3D Iterative Denoising |
| Workflow | EasyScan / EasyLogic |
| Energy Saving | uECO Green Mode |
| Clinical Applications | Head, chest, abdomen, spine, SI joint, CTA |
Product Details
1. Innovative Z-Detector
The uCT 520 features United Imaging's Z-Detector, designed to provide efficient X-ray detection and high-quality image acquisition.
The detector uses a gadolinium oxysulfide (GOS) scintillator, which provides fast response and high X-ray conversion efficiency. The detector's highly integrated architecture is designed to reduce electronic noise and support high-quality imaging at lower radiation doses.
The detector also uses fine sampling to acquire detailed anatomical information, supporting the visualization of small and subtle structures.
2. High-Quality GOS Scintillator
The GOS scintillator is designed to provide efficient conversion of incoming X-rays into detectable signals.
According to United Imaging, the material provides both fast response and high conversion efficiency, helping the system obtain useful imaging information efficiently during routine CT examinations.
3. Ultra-Low-Noise Detector Design
The Z-Detector uses a highly integrated design to reduce noise at the detector level.
Lower detector noise helps improve the signal-to-noise ratio and supports image quality in low-dose examinations. This is particularly relevant for routine examinations where radiation dose management is an important part of the imaging workflow.
4. Real 3D Cone Beam Reconstruction
The uCT 520 incorporates Real 3D Cone Beam Reconstruction, an image reconstruction technology designed to generate high-resolution 3D isotropic images.
The algorithm addresses cone-beam effects associated with wider detector coverage and helps maintain image quality throughout the acquired volume. This can be useful for multiplanar reconstruction and three-dimensional visualization.
5. KARL 3D Iterative Denoising
KARL 3D Iterative Denoising is an iterative reconstruction technology developed by United Imaging.
The algorithm operates in both the projection domain and image domain, using anatomical information to optimize the reconstruction process. It is designed to suppress image noise while maintaining or improving diagnostic image quality, particularly for low-dose CT examinations.
6. AI-Powered EasyScan Workflow
The uCT 520 incorporates EasyScan, an intelligent workflow technology designed to simplify CT examinations.
EasyScan can assist with:
· Intelligent protocol selection
· Patient positioning
· Scan planning
· Examination preparation
The goal is to reduce manual operations and improve consistency between examinations.
7. EasyLogic Intelligent Prediction Platform
EasyLogic is designed to predict the operator's next action and automatically prepare the system for the upcoming scanning procedure.
By reducing unnecessary waiting between operations, the technology can help accelerate CT examination workflows and improve patient throughput.
The platform can help coordinate processes such as tube preparation, gantry preparation and data preprocessing.
8. uDose 3D Dose Modulation
The uCT 520 incorporates uDose 3D Dose Modulation, which generates an optimized three-dimensional dose distribution plan according to the patient's anatomical information.
The system can adjust exposure according to the scanned anatomical region, helping balance radiation dose and image quality for individual examinations.
9. 70 kV Scan Mode
The system supports a 70 kV scanning mode.
The low-kV mode can increase the signal-to-noise ratio and is particularly useful for applications such as:
· Pediatric imaging
· Contrast-enhanced CT
· CT Venography (CTV)
Lower tube voltage can also improve iodine contrast, potentially helping visualize small or low-contrast structures in contrast-enhanced examinations.
10. Gantry Tilt
The uCT 520 provides physical gantry tilting of up to ±30°.
This allows operators to adjust the imaging angle according to clinical requirements and patient positioning, which can be useful for specific head and other anatomical examinations.
11. Reliable and Service-Friendly Components
The uCT 520 is designed with a focus on long-term operational reliability and serviceability.
United Imaging highlights a lightweight CT tube designed to simplify maintenance and a self-cleaning carbon-brush system intended to improve slip-ring reliability.
These design features are intended to reduce maintenance requirements and contribute to lower total cost of ownership.
12. uECO Green Mode
The uECO Green Mode is designed to reduce system power consumption during standby operation.
United Imaging states that uECO can reduce power consumption by approximately 30% compared with conventional standby modes. The system can also return to operation quickly after standby, helping balance energy efficiency and workflow efficiency.
13. Clinical Applications
The uCT 520 is designed primarily for routine clinical CT examinations while supporting several contrast-enhanced and vascular applications.
Head CT
The system can be used for non-contrast head examinations and routine brain CT imaging.
Chest CT
The uCT 520 supports routine non-contrast chest imaging and can be used for evaluation of thoracic anatomy and pulmonary conditions.
Abdominal CT
Contrast-enhanced abdominal CT is among the clinical applications demonstrated on the official product page.
Spine Imaging
The system supports lumbar spine imaging and examinations of the sacroiliac joint.
Aorta CTA
The uCT 520 can be used for aortic CT angiography (CTA) and other vascular imaging applications.
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