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  Ambient HipVac 50 Surgical Tech
Ambient® HipVacTM 50

Uniquely Designed for Hip Arthroscopy

The Ambient HipVac 50 Wand provides fast, efficient and precise ablation and resection of soft tissue. The Wand was developed to meet the special demands of hip arthroscopy. As part of the Ambient ArthroWand Collection, the HipVac 50 allows surgeons to effectively monitor current temperature measurements of the arthroscopic irrigating fluid throughout the duration of the procedure.


Ambient HipVac 50 Features
  • Shaft length optimized for hip arthroscopy
  • Rigid shaft resists deformation at capsule resection margins, extending effective reach
  • 50˚ angle facilitates access to hip anatomy
  • Slim tip design fits through an 8.0mm cannula
  • Rasp electrode design provides tactile feel and efficient soft tissue ablation
  • Thermocouple technology allows for accurate temperature feedback (+/-3° C)

Suggested Indications

  • Acetabular Labrum Debridement
  • Soft Tissue Debridement
  • Ligament Debridement
  • Capsular Resection
  • Chondroplasty
  • Synovectomy
Technical Specifications

  ArthroWand:   Ambient HipVac 50
  Catalog Number:   ASHA4730-01
  Controller:   QuantumTM System ONLY
  Cable:   Integrated Cable Wand (ICW)
  Tip Diameter (max):   4.7 mm
  Shaft Size:   4.7 mm
  Angle:   50°
  Recommended Controller Settings:   7-9
  Intended Use:   Ablation, Resection and Coagulation
  Temperature Range:   20°C - 60°C
  Temperature Accuracy:   +/- 3°C

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