Synthes 511.30 Radiolucent Drive Mark II Surgical Power Tool Orthopedic

Synthes Radiolucent Drive Mark II | Orthopedic Power Tool | 511.30

The Synthes 511.30 Radiolucent Drive Mark II is a specialized high-precision surgical power tool engineered for advanced orthopedic and trauma procedures. The core engineering highlight of the Mark II platform is its radiolucent housing, which allows for completely unobstructed intraoperative imaging. This design parameter ensures that the surgical team can capture clear X-rays and fluoroscopic images without needing to repeatedly reposition the tool or compromise visual confirmation of hardware placement.

Constructed to withstand the heavy torsional forces of bone drilling, wire placement, and small fragment plating, the 511.30 provides consistent torque and high-efficiency performance across a spectrum of reconstructive interventions.

Key Performance Features

• Radiolucent Material Composition: Built with advanced, non-interfering composite housing that allows X-ray beams to pass straight through, eliminating metallic artifacts or shadows on real-time fluoroscopy loops.

• Consistent Torque Output: Delivers a reliable power profile engineered to maintain a constant RPM under heavy bone loads, minimizing binding when driving intramedullary pins or drilling dense cortical walls.

• Ergonomic 11-Inch Form Factor: Features a well-balanced, 11" overall length with an ergonomic grip design, significantly reducing surgeon hand fatigue and wrist strain during long, multi-fragment stabilization cases.

• Intuitive Controls: Equipped with a responsive trigger mechanism and simple directional controls, allowing for quick, single-handed intraoperative adjustments and smooth transitions.

• Compact, Modular Footprint: The lightweight and streamlined profile allows for excellent maneuverability in deep surgical fields or tight joint envelopes without compromising structural durability.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Synthes (DePuy Synthes)

• Model: Radiolucent Drive Mark II

• Product Code / REF: 511.30

• Overall Length: 11 Inches

• Modality Specialty: Orthopedics, Trauma, and Intramedullary Interventions

• Imaging Compatibility: Intended for use with Intraoperative X-Ray & Fluoroscopy C-Arms

• Sterilization Profile: Standard Autoclave Compatible

Clinical & Institutional Advantages

• Enhanced Fluoroscopic Accuracy: By permitting imaging directly through the tool body, the 511.30 drastically minimizes the need to interrupt the surgical workflow to remove instruments before firing the C-Arm.

• Global Standard Dependability: Trusted by clinical teams in operating rooms worldwide, ensuring seamless integration into existing hospital orthopedic instrument sets and familiar reprocessing protocols.

• Streamlined Maintenance: Designed with robust analog mechanical linkages and sealed internals, providing long-lasting operational life and simple, predictable technical maintenance.

• Procurement Value: Acquiring this durable, high-demand Synthes asset in verified used condition allows ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) and trauma centers to add reliable redundancy to their power trays while optimizing equipment capital budgets.

Ideal Applications

• Intramedullary Nailing: Driving distal locking screws or interlocking pins under direct fluoroscopic visualization.

• Trauma Plating: Drilling pilot holes and inserting bone screws across complex fracture patterns.

• Small to Large Fragment Fixation: General bone debridement, pin driving, and wire placement in upper and lower extremity trauma.