Compu Cutter
Compu Cutter
Compu Cutter
Compu•cutter® III
Radiotherapy Shielding Block Mold Cutter
Radiotherapy departments can now take advantage of the cost savings and versatility of a
compact tabletop Compu•cutter® system. The Compu•cutter® III is less than half the size of
its predecessor without sacrificing quality and accuracy. Available as a complete package or
as a single unit which can plug and play with your existing configuration. Huestis software is
compatible with any Windows® based O/S, allowing for easy image manipulation, correction
and cutting.
Compu•cutter® III is the next generation in the Huestis Medical block cutting system.
Radiotherapy teams worldwide have come to depend on Huestis Medical for quality and cost-
effective radiotherapy products. The Compu•cutter® III is a CE certified radiotherapy shielding
block cutter.
Features:
Precision Accuracy Quick Modifications
• C omputerized, four-axis cutter ensures • A
bility to “flip” image for fast AP/PA or L/R
accuracy of ±1 mm. lateral blocks, or change any parameter
• Built-in checks minimize operator error without re-digitizing. Model CC3-1000
and time consuming re-cuts.
Hot Wire Cutting Modular Design
• Allows review of outline on monitor.
• I mage can be moved to any position on Designed for versatility, our stand-alone
• Drawing package feature allows for easy the block to allow for the conservation of
image manipulation and correction. cutting bay may be used with your own
styrofoam use. digitizer, through treatment planning, or
• Cut path simulation prior to actual block • Fast .45 in/sec (1 cm/sec) cut speed. supplied as a fully integrated system.
cut.
• Cutter is safely enclosed in cutting bay.
• All functions and set ups are completely
computer controlled. • Adjustable temperature for variations in
foam densities.
• Radiograph printout verifies tracing.
• Safety interlock for open door position.
• Template printout facilitates mounting
shielding block on tray. • Custom defaults: S.F.D., S.A.D., S.T.D.
• Distance changes can be factored in after
Treatment Planning Interfaces digitizing or TPS import.
• D igitized block outlines can be easily • Determines smallest block required for
transferred from treatment planning. shape or combination of shapes.
• Eliminates redundant input of block
outlines from radiographs. Versatile Configurations
• Imported outlines may be cut • O
ur full system for the Compu·Cutter® III
immediately or stored for later use. includes the cutter, computer, custom
software, printer, digitizer and an optional
Radiograph Digitizing (optional) label printer.
• R adiograph is aligned on crosshairs and • Our system can be purchased as a cutter
traced with a digitizing mouse. and software package only, to be used with Extremely Accurate
• Windows® based program digitizes and existing peripherals in any radiotherapy Fully articulating and gimbaled cutting
stores data and patient files for easy department to reduce expenses. mechanism is accurate ±1 mm at the
reference or modifications. Easy Installation block tray level for precise, divergent cuts.
• Easy input of patient/block information. • Footprint is smaller than our Styro-former®.
• Pre-set operational function keys. • Measures 30 in (76.2 cm) tall x 15.75 in (40
• User may select any cut path to connect cm) wide x 30 in (76.2 cm) deep, weight
multiple block outlines. approximatley 60 lbs (27.27 kg).
Ensured Accuracy
Multiple verification checks
include a paper printout to
verify the tracing and a second
paper template to mount the Versatile Configurations
shielding block on a lexan tray.
Modular design includes stand-
alone cutting bay, computer,
monitor, printer and is offered
with or without digitizer.
SFB083 8 in x 8 in x 3 in 52
(20.3 cm x 20.3 cm x 7.6 cm)
SFB103 10 in x 10 in x 3 in 26
(25.4 cm x 25.4 cm x 7.6 cm) Electrical requirements: 120 VAC, 60 Hz,
10A (Optional 220 VAC, 50 Hz, 5A). Ask
SFB123 12 in x 12 in x 3 in 18 about our complete “Mold Room Kits”
(30.5 cm x 30.5 cm x 7.6 cm) including stainless pitcher, cooling tray,
alloy #158, foam blocks, masking tape,
SFB084 8 in x 8 in x 4 in 36 lexan trays, digital thermometer, melting
(20.3 cm x 20.3 cm x 10.2 cm)
pot and other mold room accessories.
SFB104 10 in x 10 in x 4 in 18
User friendly (25.4 cm x 25.4 cm x 10.2 cm)
characteristics include Windows® SFB124 12 in x 12 in x 4 in 15
compatibility allowing for easy image (30.4 cm x 30.4 cm x 10.2 cm)
manipulation, correction and cutting.