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Ref PDS/RPA
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1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Coat Apron
Coat aprons are designed for maximum comfort, minimum fatigue and complete freedom
of movement. Padded shoulders and waist Velcro closure enable even distribution of
apron weight.
The skirt and vest as a set allow more freedom of movement vis-a-vis other protective
apparel. The vest is provided with all the features present in a coat apron with Velcro
fastening in front. As the same time, the skirt is conveniently styled and overlaps in front
to ensure double protection of critical areas.
Thyroid Shield
Thyroid shield provides protection to thyroid against scattered x-rays to doctors, nurses
and technologists working with X-rays.
Patient Apron:
Patient Aprons provide complete frontal protection to the lower body.
These are especially useful in Cath labs and similar operational areas
where the risk from radiation is higher. Provided with adjustable back
strap for snug fit.
Dental Apron:
Dental Aprons provide complete frontal protection to the whole body from
the throat down to at least the knees, the entire breast bone and the
shoulders. These are especially useful in dental applications for complete
frontal protection while being X-rayed in a dentist's chair. It is provided with
Velcro so that it can be fixed around patient neck even if patient moves.
Panoramic Apron:
Panoramic Aprons provide complete frontal protection to the whole body.
These are especially useful in dental applications for complete frontal
protection while being X-rayed in a Panoramic X-ray machine. They are
provided with adjustable Velcro panels for improved fit.
Surgical Aprons
Surgical Aprons provide complete frontal protection to the whole body from
the throat down to at least the knees, the entire breast bone and the
shoulders. A single Velcro strap makes this x-ray apron easy to put on and
take off. Adjustable back Velcro keeps apron snug fit. These are specially
designed for surgical theater and are provided with adjustable Velcro panels
for improved fit as well as ease of quick release. Ergonomic design
equitably distributes weight.
Gonad Shield
Ideal to protect the male reproductive organ. Designed for ease of wear &
removal. Adjustable Velcro panels are provided for good fit.
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Ovarian Shield
Ideal to protect the female reproductive organ. Design for ease of wear &
removal. Adjustable Velcro panels are provided for good fit.
Head Shield
Complete protection to head & ears. Designed for ease of wear & removal.
Adjustable Velcro panels are provided for good fit.
2. Applicable Standards
EN ISO 13485: 2012: Medical devices – Quality management systems – Requirements for regulatory purposes
EN 61331-3:2014: Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation Part 3: Protective clothing, Eyewear and
Protective Patient shields.
3. COMPOSITION
X-ray Attenuating Material: The flexible Vinyl impregnated with lead / lead free metal particles. 3 types as per
composition of attenuating material – Leadlite, Ultralite & Zerolead
The Basic health and safety requirements assessed as given in annex II of the 89/686/EC directive. Risk analysis is
about safety and health, in detail is done by manufacturer’s representatives, radiologists, and radiographers, and
documented in BHSR. Considering this analysis, there are no risks associated during its use, about safety and health
of the patient or user.
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5. LEAD EQUIVALENCE:
6. DIMENSIONS:
0.25 L 38 18.5 / 14 9
0.35 L 38 18.5 / 14 9
0.50 L 38 18.5 / 14 9
Glove - Duo
Lead equivalent Available Length of Half circumference Half
thickness in Size the glove in of the glove on cuff circumference of
mm Pb cm / palm in cm the hand of the
user in cm
0.50 L 38 18.5 / 14 9
Due to the high content of metallic lead / lead free contained in the vinyl sheeting any waste lead / lead free
material should be disposed of in registered landfill sites in accordance with the local authority regulations.
The material should not be disposed of by incineration and use of self-contained breathing apparatus is
recommended if the sheeting is ignited by an internal fire. Core material is recyclable.
8. SERVICE LIFE:
The service life of protective apparel depends on use and care and varies enormously. If the protective
apparel a) is damaged physically causing breakage or holes in protective material (which can be
determined by physical observation or by testing against x-ray radiation), or, b) protection material is
hardened, due to migration of lead particles (which can be determined by physical observation or by
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noticing an uneven thickness in top portion and bottom portion of the apparel), then the protective apparel
should not be used anymore.
9. SHELF LIFE
Not Applicable
Fresh stains or marks on cloths can be removed with a soft cloth using lukewarm water and soap solution.
After wet cleaning slow it to dry at room temperature.
It is advisable to clean and maintain apparel once in a moth or as per usage.
To disinfect the apparel, use alcohol free liquid disinfectant.
RPA Product codes for Product Product codes Front Back (mm) kVp range
Leadlite codes for for Zerolead (mm)
Ultralite
Panoramic PN25LL PN25UL PN25ZL 0.25 - 50-110
Apron
Panoramic PN35LL PN35UL PN35ZL 0.35 - 50-150
Apron
Panoramic PN50LL PN50UL PN50ZL 0.50 - 50-150
Apron
Double sided DSA2525LL DSA2525UL DSA2525ZL 0.25 0.25 50-110
Apron
Double sided DSA3535LL DSA3535UL DSA3535ZL 0.35 0.35 50-150
Apron
Double sided DSA5050LL DSA5050UL DSA5050ZL 0.50 0.50 50-150
Apron
Double sided DSA3525LL DSA3525UL DSA3525ZL 0.35 0.25 50-150
Apron
Double sided DSA5035LL DSA5035UL DSA5035ZL 0.50 0.35 50-150
Apron
Double sided DSA5025LL DSA5025UL DSA5025ZL 0.50 0.25 50-110
Apron
Coat Apron CA25LL CA25UL CA25ZL 0.25 - 50-110
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RPA Product Product Product codes Front Back (mm) kVp range
codes for codes for for Zerolead (mm)
Leadlite Ultralite
Coat Apron CA35LL CA35UL CA35ZL 0.35 - 50-150
Coat Apron CA50LL CA50UL CA50ZL 0.50 - 50-150
Skirt & Vest SKV2525LL SKV2525UL SKV2525ZL 0.25 0.25 50-110
Skirt & Vest SKV3535LL SKV3535UL SKV3535ZL 0.35 0.35 50-150
Skirt & Vest SKV5050LL SKV5050UL SKV5050ZL 0.50 0.50 50-150
SKV5035LL SKV3525LL SKV3525UL SKV3525ZL 0.35 0.25 50-150
Skirt & Vest SKV5035LL SKV5035UL SKV5035ZL 0.50 0.35 50-150
Surgical Apron SA25LL SA25UL SA25ZL 0.25 - 50-110
Surgical Apron SA35LL SA35UL SA35ZL 0.35 - 50-150