APC® 3

ERBE APC® 3 Advanced Argon Plasma Coagulation System — Available at JP Biochem
The ERBE APC 3 argon plasma coagulation system is the newest evolution of one of endoscopy and surgery's most versatile energy modalities — now powered by the ERBE VIO® 3 platform. Argon plasma coagulation is a monopolar electrosurgical modality that delivers electrosurgical energy to target tissue via conductive, ionised argon plasma, used for the coagulation of diffuse bleeding and the ablation of tissue through vaporisation and shrinkage. erbegroup
Trusted across gastroenterology, pulmonology, general surgery, and urology, the APC® 3 gives clinicians exceptional control over tissue effects — from fine, superficial haemostasis to substantial volume reduction — all through a non-contact, non-adhesive technique that is both safer and cleaner than conventional contact coagulation.

What Is Argon Plasma Coagulation?
APC is a non-contact modality that can be applied in axial, lateral or radial fashion depending on the probe architecture and indication. With no adhesion to target tissue, coagulum can lower the incidence of re-bleeds, facilitating expanded utility around challenging anatomy. It allows coagulation and ablation across larger surfaces and is effective on high impedance tissue. erbegroup
Rapid superficial coagulation enables uniform haemostasis and ablation, while ablative volume reduction — for example of large airway masses or anastomotic diameter — can be achieved via higher settings and longer activation times. erbegroup

Cleaner Field, Better Visibility
One of the most practically important advantages of argon-assisted electrosurgery over conventional methods is the improved operating environment it creates. Minimum carbonisation and smoke plume development provides an improved view of the operating field and minimises pollution through unpleasant odour, making procedures more comfortable for both patients and clinical staff. Variable argon flow further allows fine-tuning across different clinical applications. erbegroup

Seamlessly Powered by VIO® 3
The VIO® 3 and APC® 3 workstation system was engineered and designed with the optimal application of both argon plasma coagulation and argon-assisted electrosurgery in mind. All APC® and electrosurgery modes are selected and activated via the VIO® display. erbegroup
The space-efficient design and small footprint reduces space requirements and provides enhanced portability, while the VIO® 3 stepGUIDE interface provides preprogrammed experienced starting settings for APC® applications. erbegroup

Plug and Operate — Instant Setup
Digital instrument recognition technology automatically configures the system to preprogrammed settings and instrument-specific parameters — simply insert the instrument and start the APC® application immediately. The ReMode® function allows users to toggle between up to 6 subprogrammes directly from the procedural field without changing instruments. erbegroup

Three Precision APC® Modes for Every Clinical Scenario
The VIO® 3/APC® 3 offers three improved argon plasma coagulation modes with new optimised adjustment parameters to cover a unique range of target tissue effects — from superficial coagulation to substantial mass reduction: erbegroup
forcedAPC® — Effective, fast standard argon plasma coagulation with ignition assistance for reliable and reproducible plasma ignition in the ever-changing environment of resistance variables. erbegroup
preciseAPC® — Fine argon plasma coagulation with well-controllable haemostasis at the tissue surface, largely independent of the distance between applicator and tissue, with less depth and diameter of thermal effect at higher effect settings. erbegroup
pulsedAPC® — Controlled argon plasma coagulation with reduced energy input from pulses. The slow setting allows more focused ionised plasma for static applications in the treatment of smaller, more superficial areas as well as thermosensitive and thin-walled structures. The fast setting is for treatment of diffuse, superficial anatomy and ablation and volume reduction of target tissue. erbegroup

Why Choose JP Biochem?
JP Biochem is your trusted local supplier of ERBE surgical equipment in Botswana. We provide full product support, clinical guidance, and after-sales service for hospitals, endoscopy units, and surgical facilities across the country. Sourcing the ERBE APC 3 argon plasma coagulation system through JP Biochem means world-class plasmasurgery technology backed by reliable local expertise right here in Gaborone.