Abbott (St. Jude Medical) Livewire Steerable EP Catheter | 6F | Large Curl | 402032
The Abbott 402032 (formerly St. Jude Medical) is a high-performance diagnostic catheter engineered for complex intracardiac mapping and arrhythmia evaluation. As a centerpiece of the Livewire™ series, this catheter is designed to provide the tactile feedback and torque response necessary for navigating difficult anatomical regions, such as the tricuspid annulus or the coronary sinus.
Featuring a 6 French (6F) diameter and a Large Curl (Type X) distal configuration, the 402032 offers an extended reach profile. This is particularly advantageous in dilated heart chambers or for reaching posterior atrial structures where a standard or small curl would lack sufficient contact or stability.
Key Specifications
Manufacturer: Abbott (St. Jude Medical)
Model / REF: 402032
Product Type: Steerable Diagnostic EP Catheter
Diameter: 6 French (6F)
Curve Type: Large Curl (X)
Usable Length: 115 cm
Electrode Material: Platinum (for high-fidelity signal acquisition)
Tip Electrode: 2 mm
Steering Mechanism: Ergonomic Rotary Dial (Bi-directional)
Shaft Material: Radiopaque Polyurethane
Technical & Clinical Advantages
Precision Rotary Steering: The integrated rotary dial on the handle allows for fine-tuned, incremental deflection of the distal tip. This mechanical precision is critical for maintaining stable electrode-to-endocardium contact, ensuring consistent diagnostic electrograms.
Superior Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Utilizing high-purity platinum electrodes, the Livewire provides exceptionally clean signals. This high fidelity is essential for identifying fragmented potentials or localizing accessory pathways during complex EP studies.
High-Torque Shaft Dynamics: The polyurethane shaft is engineered for 1:1 torque transmission. When the handle is rotated, the distal tip responds with minimal "whip," allowing for predictable placement even through tortuous venous access.
Enhanced Fluoroscopic Visibility: The radiopaque properties of the shaft and the high-density electrodes provide a clear silhouette under X-ray, reducing "search time" and radiation exposure for the patient and clinical staff.
Atraumatic Design: The 6F profile and flexible tip segment are designed to minimize the risk of cardiac wall perforation or vascular trauma during aggressive mapping maneuvers.
Applications
Diagnostic Electrophysiology Studies (EPS): Standardized mapping of the RA, RV, and His-bundle regions.
Arrhythmia Localization: Identifying the origin of atrial tachycardias or ventricular ectopy.
Accessory Pathway Mapping: Navigating the mitral or tricuspid valves to identify bypass tracts (e.g., Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome).
Research & Training: High-fidelity simulation of cardiac electrical pathways in veterinary or educational environments.
Condition & Quality Assurance
Status: New / Never Used — Pristine Condition.
Packaging: Individually sealed in original manufacturer’s sterile peel-pouch.
Verification: Original Abbott/SJM labels, UDI, and lot numbers are fully intact.
Clinical Disclaimer: If the sterile barrier is intact but the manufacturer’s expiration date has passed (e.g., 2019/2021), this device is sold strictly for educational, training, veterinary, or non-clinical research purposes in 2026.
Shipping & Handling
Secure Logistics: Shipped in a reinforced triangular or flat-pack box to ensure the 115 cm shaft remains perfectly straight and the distal curl mechanism is not under tension during transit.
Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.
Return Policy
7 Day Return Policy. Customer must pay the return shipping costs when returning a product. Items are sold as-is. Returns or refunds are not available unless explicitly stated.