Ethicon PLEE60A Echelon Flex Powered Plus 60mm Linear Cutter Open Box

Ethicon Echelon Flex Powered Plus | 60mm Linear Cutter | Long Shaft | PLEE60A

The Ethicon PLEE60A is a state-of-the-art powered endoscopic stapler designed to provide high-precision stapling and transection in complex surgical environments. As part of the Powered Plus series, this device significantly reduces tip movement during firing—offering 88% less movement compared to manual staplers—which is critical when working near vital structures or delicate vessels.

• Expiration Date: 2026-08-31

This model features a 440mm long shaft, making it the primary choice for bariatric procedures and deep pelvic or thoracic access where standard-length instruments cannot reach.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Model / REF: PLEE60A

• Series: Echelon Flex Powered Plus

• Shaft Length: 440 mm (Long)

• Staple Line Length: 60 mm

• Articulation: Manual articulation up to 45° in both directions

• Expiration Date: 2026-08-31

• Configuration: Open Box / Sealed Internal Sterile Barrier

• Compatibility: Requires Echelon 60mm Cartridges (GST or Standard)

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Powered Firing Technology: The battery-powered motor ensures a consistent firing stroke, providing uniform staple formation across the entire 60mm line. This reduces the risk of leaks and ensures superior hemostasis.

• Gripping Surface Technology (GST): When used with GST cartridges, the PLEE60A system offers multi-stage compression that reduces longitudinal tissue movement, ensuring staples are placed exactly where intended.

• Enhanced Stability: The powered mechanism eliminates the "kick" associated with manual firing. This stability allows the surgeon to maintain focus on the distal tip, minimizing unintended trauma to adjacent tissues.

• Manual Overrides: The device is equipped with a manual reverse switch and a manual blade release, ensuring the surgeon maintains full control even in the event of a power interruption or mechanical obstruction.

• Long Reach Ergonomics: The 440mm shaft is specifically engineered for bariatric surgery (e.g., Gastric Bypass or Sleeve Gastrectomy), providing the necessary leverage and reach for high-BMI anatomical challenges.

Applications

• Bariatric Surgery: Gastric pouch creation and intestinal transection.

• Thoracic Surgery: Wedge resections and lobectomies.

• General Surgery: Colorectal resections and appendectomies.

• Gynecological Surgery: Total laparoscopic hysterectomies and pelvic lymphadenectomies.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Open Box. * Packaging Integrity: The external manufacturer's box has been opened; however, the internal Tyvek sterile barrier remains factory-sealed, intact, and undamaged. The product's sterility and integrity are fully preserved.

• Expiration: Current stock expires August 31, 2026, ensuring long-term shelf life for hospital inventory or upcoming procedural blocks.

• Note: This listing is for the stapler handle/shaft assembly only. Cartridges (reloads) are not included and must be sourced separately.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in a reinforced secondary box to prevent any compromise to the internal sterile seal.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.