CT motion SPICY: Features and When to Choose It

What CT motion SPICY adds

CT motion SPICY keeps the syringeless roll-pump principle of CT motion: pump tubing set up once a day and used for 24 hours, with only the patient tubing replaced between examinations. On top of that it adds higher pressure, larger containers and several workflow functions.

A system pressure of up to 22.4 bar (325 psi) supports high flow rates and highly viscous contrast media, for example in cardiac and extremity examinations. 1-litre contrast containers make up to 4 litres of media available, which suits high patient throughput because containers need to be changed less often.

The two features that matter most in daily work are probably the pressure reserve and the container size. A higher pressure ceiling does not mean every injection runs at the limit; it means that when a protocol calls for a high flow rate through a narrow cannula or a thick contrast medium, the system has headroom before it reaches its limit. Larger containers mean fewer changes and fewer opportunities for handling errors during a long list.

CDadapt, media scan and display

The optional CDadapt function automatically reduces contrast density, for instance in cardiac scans, which lowers the volume of contrast used. Whether to use it and how is a clinical decision for the radiologist.

Media labels can be read by barcode scanner, and NaCl and contrast parameters can be sent to PACS or a dose management system with the RIS/PACS Interface. A traffic-light display shows the exact remaining volume in ml, so staff see at a glance when a container will need replacing. These functions are discussed in our PACS data article.

The remaining-volume display is useful for planning as well as safety: if the traffic-light indicator shows a container is nearly empty, staff can load the next one or let the automatic switchover to a second container of the same medium take over before the next patient is on the table.

• Optional CDadapt contrast density reduction
• Barcode Media Scan (included with the RIS/PACS Interface licence)
• Traffic-light display of remaining volume
• Dose report to PACS or dose management with the interface

CT motion vs CT motion SPICY

Both injectors have two contrast connections and one saline connection, 24-hour pump tubing and a pedestal unit measuring 645 × 645 × 1,445 mm and weighing 79 kg. The differences are in capability: CT motion works up to 17 bar with containers of up to 500 ml, while SPICY works up to 22.4 bar with up to 1,000 ml. SPICY also offers the barcode scan, traffic-light display, optional CDadapt and a ceiling-mounted version.

In practice, choose the standard model if your protocols stay within its pressure and you value a simpler configuration. Choose SPICY if you regularly run high flow rates, work with viscous media, have high throughput or need a ceiling-mounted unit in a small room. Check pressure limits in our pressure article.

A practical test when comparing the two models is to take your five most demanding protocols and write down the flow rate, the cannula gauge and the contrast agent for each. If all five sit comfortably within the limits of the standard model, the extra capability may not be needed.

Pedestal or ceiling mounting

SPICY is available as a wireless pedestal unit or as a ceiling-mounted version with 1–3 arms, positioned for small rooms. A ceiling installation clears the floor but needs structural review and careful planning of arm reach; see the mounting comparison.

Connection to the scanner is possible with the optional SYNCopen interface, which lets injector and scanner start together with one touch.

Where the ceiling version is considered, the building survey comes first: ask the installer to confirm the ceiling structure, the rail position and the arm clearance against the gantry and any ceiling-mounted lighting before an order is placed.

Supply and support in the UAE

Beckfinity supplies CT motion SPICY with installation, training and maintenance. Request a quote or demonstration from our team, and confirm current registration requirements for your emirate. The CT motion SPICY product page has the full specification.