Fujifilm Echelon Smart 1.5T MRI: Clinical Imaging from Head to Toe
Authorized Fujifilm MRI equipment supplier. The Fujifilm Echelon Smart 1.5T is a 1.5 Tesla superconductive MRI built for clinical breadth and diagnostic confidence. Its power and precision produce crisp, clear images across neurological, vascular, abdominal, and musculoskeletal studies, and those results never come at the expense of patient comfort. It is a dependable 1.5 Tesla workhorse for hospitals and imaging centers that want strong clinical performance from a single system.
The clinical performance rests on a strong technical foundation. A maximum gradient strength of 33 mT/m at a 130 mT/m/s slew rate supports fast and precise imaging, an 18 kW RF system maintains stable transmission through sequences with continuous refocus pulses, and a 16 channel receiver raises reception sensitivity for higher image quality and shorter exams. Advanced applications including carotid plaque imaging, non contrast angiography, water and fat separation, and T2 star iron mapping extend the diagnostic range of the system, while SmartCOMFORT keeps exams up to 96 percent quieter.
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1.5 Tesla Performance and Advanced Clinical Applications
The Echelon Smart 1.5T is defined by what it can diagnose. A strong gradient and RF foundation drives a broad set of clinical applications, from carotid plaque to iron quantification. Full technical detail is in the expandable sections below.
Plaque Imaging: characterizes carotid artery plaque to support the assessment of stroke risk and vascular disease
Hemodynamic Changes: improves visibility of flow changes caused by conditions such as stenosis
Fast Blood Flow: BeamSat TOF and VASC-ASL provide quick visualization of fast blood flow in the renal arteries and portal veins without contrast
Fat Suppression: FatSep uses the difference in resonant frequencies between water and fat protons to separate water and fat images cleanly
Iron Deposition: T2 star and R2 star RelaxMap present a color map of T2 star values for quantitative iron assessment in the liver and other organs
isoFSE: high speed 3D isovoxel imaging supports multiplanar reconstruction for detailed neuro and body studies
All Around RADAR: motion compensation retains diagnostic image quality even with patients who find it hard to stay still
1.5 Tesla Superconductive Magnet: delivers high quality imaging from a stable superconductive field
Maximum Gradient Strength: 33 mT/m supports the spatial resolution required for demanding clinical sequences
Maximum Slew Rate: 130 mT/m/s shortens echo time and supports fast and precise imaging including super high speed sequences
18 kW RF System: stable RF transmission produces clear images even during sequences that apply continuous refocus pulses
16-Channel Receiver: higher reception sensitivity and stability during high speed imaging, which improves image quality and reduces exam time
SmartENGINE: a high speed analog to digital converter directly digitizes the high frequency signal and improves the total image signal to noise ratio by 8 percent
How the Echelon Smart 1.5T compares against a conventional 1.5 Tesla MRI:
The Echelon Smart 1.5T streamlines operation without sacrificing diagnostic results. The Workflow Coil System helps technologists set patients quickly while maintaining clear imaging, AutoPose reduces slice line setting time, and the Suggestion UI streamlines protocol changes. Embedded support tools include Sentinel Analytics, which lowers maintenance costs through failure sign diagnosis, 24 hour system status monitoring with automatic notifications, and encrypted data communication that keeps patient information secure.
Full Technical Specifications
Complete reference data for capital procurement, RFP submissions, and biomedical review. Radiology directors, purchasing teams, and biomedical engineers rely on this specification set when they evaluate a 1.5 Tesla MRI for clinical imaging. Expand each category for full detail.
| Field Strength | 1.5 Tesla superconductive magnet |
| Maximum Gradient Strength | 33 mT/m |
| Maximum Slew Rate | 130 mT/m/s |
| High Speed Sequences | Supports fast and precise imaging including super high speed sequences such as EPI |
| RF Power Output | 18 kW for stable RF transmission through continuous refocus pulse sequences |
| Receiver System | 16 channel receiver coil system for high sensitivity and efficient patient setup |
| SmartENGINE | High speed analog to digital converter that directly digitizes the high frequency signal |
| Image SN Ratio | Optimum image synthesis improves the total signal to noise ratio by 8 percent |
| Plaque Imaging | Carotid artery plaque characterization |
| Non-Contrast MRA | BeamSat TOF and VASC-ASL for fast blood flow without contrast |
| Hemodynamics | Improved visibility of flow changes such as stenosis |
| Fat Suppression | FatSep water and fat separation by chemical shift |
| Iron Mapping | T2 star and R2 star RelaxMap color map of T2 star values |
| 3D Imaging | isoFSE high speed 3D isovoxel imaging with multiplanar reconstruction |
| Motion Compensation | All Around RADAR for diagnostic quality with patient motion |
| Workflow Coil System | Region specific receiver coils for fast patient setup and clear imaging |
| AutoPose | Automatic slice line positioning to reduce setting time |
| Suggestion UI | Parameter Guidance that streamlines setting and changing of protocols |
| Scan Techniques | Fast scan and robust scan techniques that reduce re-scanning |
| SmartCOMFORT | Acoustic noise reduction of up to 96 percent without compromising image quality or scan time |
| Energy Saving | Reduced power consumption during periods of non use while maintaining system readiness |
| Sentinel Analytics | Failure sign diagnosis and 24 hour system monitoring with automatic notifications |
| Security | Encrypted data communication that protects patient information |
Clinical Applications
Deployed across the full range of 1.5 Tesla diagnostic imaging, where clinical breadth and image quality decide how confidently a radiologist can read the study.
Plaque imaging characterizes carotid artery plaque and improves visibility of hemodynamic changes such as stenosis for stroke and vascular risk assessment.
BeamSat TOF and VASC-ASL visualize fast blood flow in the renal arteries and portal veins without contrast, which suits patients where contrast is a concern.
FatSep water and fat separation and the 16 channel receiver support clean abdominal and body studies with strong tissue contrast.
T2 star and R2 star RelaxMap provide a color map of T2 star values for quantitative iron deposition assessment in the liver and other organs.
The 33 mT/m gradient and 16 channel coils deliver the spatial resolution needed for detailed joint and spine examinations.
isoFSE high speed 3D isovoxel imaging supports multiplanar reconstruction for detailed brain and head and neck studies.
From Coil Setup to Diagnostic Reporting
A clinical MRI workflow built to move from patient setup to a confident read. Region specific coils, automated protocol selection, and quantitative reconstruction keep each exam efficient. Expanded workflow details are in the expandable sections below.
The Workflow Coil System uses region specific receiver coils that help technologists set patients quickly while maintaining clear imaging. Lightweight coils and a streamlined setup reduce the time before each exam, and SmartCOMFORT keeps the experience quiet and calm for the patient.
AutoPose sets the slice line automatically to reduce positioning time, and the Suggestion UI offers parameter guidance that streamlines the setting and changing of protocols. Operators move from protocol selection to acquisition with fewer manual steps.
The 33 mT/m gradient, the 130 mT/m/s slew rate, and the 18 kW RF system support fast and precise acquisition across plaque imaging, non contrast angiography, fat separation, and iron mapping. All Around RADAR motion compensation preserves image quality when patients move.
The SmartENGINE improves the image signal to noise ratio by 8 percent during reconstruction, and quantitative maps such as T2 star RelaxMap are generated for review. Finished images and maps route to PACS through DICOM for archiving and reporting.
Regulatory Compliance and Safety
FDA cleared as a 1.5 Tesla superconductive MRI system, manufactured by FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation. Medical Outfitters is an ISO 13485:2016 certified supplier of MRI equipment, so every Echelon Smart 1.5T ships through a documented and audited quality management system. Full compliance documentation is available in the expandable sections below.
FDA Cleared: the Fujifilm Echelon Smart 1.5T is FDA cleared as a 1.5 Tesla superconductive MRI system, suitable for hospital radiology departments and outpatient imaging centers.
ISO 13485: Medical Outfitters Inc. is independently ISO 13485:2016 certified as an MRI equipment supplier, so every system ships through a fully audited quality management system.
Superconductive Magnet: a 1.5 Tesla superconductive magnet with an energy saving function that reduces power consumption during non use periods.
MRI Safety: standard MRI zone planning and screening apply, and our team supports site studies for safe installation.
Sentinel Analytics: failure sign diagnosis with 24 hour system monitoring and automatic notifications.
Security: encrypted communication protects patient information.
Environmental: RoHS and EU REACH compliant.
Site Planning & MRI Suite Review
Provide your equipment room dimensions, ceiling height, and power availability. Our team confirms fit, plans the MRI zones, and coordinates installation before shipment.
Capital Equipment & RFP Support
Volume pricing, technical documentation, and logistics for 1.5 Tesla MRI program deployments. We support radiology directors, biomedical engineers, and purchasing departments evaluating MRI systems. Contact us for RFP packages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common purchase and clinical questions about the Fujifilm Echelon Smart 1.5T MRI. Tap any question to expand.
The Fujifilm Echelon Smart 1.5T is a 1.5 Tesla superconductive MRI built to deliver crisp diagnostic images across a wide clinical range from head to toe. It combines a 33 mT/m gradient at a 130 mT/m/s slew rate, an 18 kW RF system, and a 16 channel receiver with advanced clinical applications, while keeping exams quiet and comfortable for patients.
It supports carotid plaque imaging, visualization of hemodynamic changes such as stenosis, fast blood flow imaging in the renal arteries and portal veins, fat suppression through water and fat separation, and iron deposition imaging using a T2 star color map. It also includes isoFSE high speed 3D imaging, BeamSat TOF, and VASC-ASL non contrast angiography for neuro, vascular, and body studies.
Both are the same 1.5 Tesla Echelon Smart platform. This page focuses on the 1.5 Tesla clinical imaging performance, the gradient and RF specifications, and the advanced applications such as plaque imaging and iron mapping. The ECHELON Smart with SynergyDrive page focuses on the SynergyDrive workflow, the five Smart pillars, and the compact footprint and energy savings. Our team helps you match the right configuration to your facility.
The Echelon Smart 1.5T has a maximum gradient strength of 33 mT/m and a maximum slew rate of 130 mT/m/s, which supports fast and precise imaging including super high speed sequences. The 18 kW RF power output ensures stable RF transmission and clear images even during sequences that apply continuous refocus pulses.
The Echelon Smart 1.5T uses a 16 channel receiver coil system. The larger channel count improves reception sensitivity and stability during high speed imaging, which enhances image quality and helps reduce examination time.
Yes. The SmartCOMFORT noise reduction technology lowers acoustic noise by up to 96 percent without compromising image quality or scan time. Combined with fast scan techniques and motion compensation, this keeps exams calm and short for patients.
Yes. The Fujifilm Echelon Smart 1.5T is FDA cleared as a 1.5 Tesla superconductive MRI system. Medical Outfitters Inc. is ISO 13485:2016 certified as the supplying distributor, so every system ships through an audited quality management system.
Through Medical Outfitters Inc., ISO 13485:2016 certified, Miami, FL. We supply factory new systems with nationwide installation support and site studies to confirm fit. Call (305) 885-4045 or request a quote online.
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