Orthoscan TAU 1512 Mini C-Arm: Compact Extremity Imaging
Authorized Orthoscan mini C-arm supplier. The Orthoscan TAU 1512 is the entry point to the Orthoscan TAU family and the most compact model, designed for orthopedic extremity imaging. Surgical and treatment teams need sharp images to care for their patients, but high radiation doses carry risk. The TAU 1512 is capable of reducing cumulative dose by up to 66 percent, and the images it produces stay crisp and clear thanks to its next generation flat panel detector technology.
The TAU 1512 places powerful imaging in a mobile, easy-to-store format. A 15 cm by 12 cm flat panel detector with a 1536 by 1536 resolution feeds a 24 inch monitor that shows a 10 inch by 8 inch live image and a 6 inch by 4 inch dual reference image. The Orthotouch touchscreen makes the system easy to operate even for less experienced staff, an adjustable monitor arm lets the operator sit or stand, and a compact frame with a 3-way braking system makes it simple to reposition, move, or store. A pediatric indication and Intelligent Dose Reduction keep patients safe.
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The Compact Entry Point to the TAU Mini C-Arm Family
The TAU 1512 is built around durability, operability, and patient safety. Dose reduction, crisp flat panel imaging, and a compact mobile frame make it an easy-to-use mini C-arm for everyday extremity work. Full technical detail is in the expandable sections below.
Intelligent Dose Reduction: an optimized copper dose filter and next generation flat panel detector technology reduce cumulative dose by up to 66 percent while maintaining image quality
Crisp Flat Panel Imaging: a 15 cm by 12 cm next generation flat panel detector at 1536 by 1536 resolution and 100 micron pixel spacing produces sharp, diagnostic images
Continuous Operating Mode: the TAU 1512 images in continuous mode, with Mag Mode that maintains image quality without increasing dose
Pediatric Indication: the Orthoscan TAU family are the first mini C-arms approved for pediatric use, so even pediatric patients can be imaged safely
Large Live Image: a 24 inch monitor displays a 10 inch by 8 inch primary live image with a 6 inch by 4 inch dual reference image so the team sees the data at a glance
Compact Mini C-Arm Frame: a small footprint fits tight operating suites and treatment rooms and even stores in a closet for long-term storage
3-Way Braking and Mobility: an innovative 3-way braking system improves steering during transport and stability while positioning, with integrated cable pushers that protect cords
Orthotouch Dual Controls: an advanced Orthotouch touchscreen with a color interface lets staff tap directly on screen, while additional backlit bilateral controls allow adjustments in the sterile field
Positioning Aids: a 160 degree orbital rotation, a 50.8 cm arc depth, laser alignment, and surgical LED lights help capture preferred views with minimal patient repositioning
Flexible Setup: an adjustable monitor arm lets the operator sit or stand, and the wireless multifunction foot switch keeps hands free
How the TAU 1512 compares against a conventional image intensifier mini C-arm:
The TAU 1512 is the answer for clinics and surgery centers that want modern flat panel imaging and dose reduction without the size or cost of the larger models. It delivers the same pediatric indication, Orthotouch interface, and Intelligent Dose Reduction found across the TAU family, packaged in the most compact frame so it fits tight rooms and stores easily. When a practice needs a larger detector, pulsed fluoroscopy, or a stepless collimator, the TAU 1515 and TAU 2020 extend the same platform.
Full Technical Specifications
Complete reference data for capital procurement, RFP submissions, and biomedical review. Orthopedic surgeons, surgery center directors, and biomedical engineers rely on this specification set when they evaluate a mini C-arm for extremity imaging. Expand each category for full detail.
| Detector | 15 cm by 12 cm next generation flat panel detector |
| Image Resolution | 1536 by 1536 |
| Pixel Spacing | 100 microns |
| Monitor | 24 inch LCD |
| Primary Live Image | 10 inch by 8 inch |
| Dual Reference Image | 6 inch by 4 inch |
| Output | HDMI |
| Intelligent Dose Reduction | Up to 66 percent cumulative dose reduction |
| Dose Filter | Optimized copper dose filter |
| Detector Technology | Next generation flat panel for dose reduction and decreased ramp time |
| Mag Mode | Maintains image quality without a dose increase |
| Pediatric Indication | Approved for pediatric use |
| kV Range | 40 to 78 kVp |
| mA Range | 0.040 to 0.160 mA |
| Operating Mode | Continuous |
| Orbital Rotation | 160 degrees |
| Arc Depth | 50.8 cm, 20 inches |
| Braking | Innovative 3-way braking system |
| Cable Management | Integrated cable pushers protect power cords and cables |
| Weight | 475 lb |
| Height | 48 inches |
| Footprint | 29 inches by 33 inches |
| Orthotouch | Advanced touchscreen with a color interface, touch support, pediatric software, and anatomical selections |
| Sterile Field Controls | Improved bilateral backlit controls |
| Foot Switch | Multifunction wireless foot switch |
| Positioning | Laser alignment and surgical LED lights |
| Networking | DICOM 3.0 compliant, wireless communication optional |
| Documentation | Optional printer |
Clinical Applications
Deployed across orthopedics, sports medicine, podiatry, and surgery centers where compact, low dose extremity fluoroscopy fits the room and the budget.
High resolution flat panel imaging of the hand, wrist, foot, and ankle supports everyday orthopedic extremity work.
The most compact frame in the TAU family fits tight operating suites and treatment rooms and stores easily, even in a closet.
A pediatric indication with Intelligent Dose Reduction lets the team image pediatric patients while keeping radiation exposure low.
Live imaging with a 10 inch by 8 inch view and dual reference image guides fracture reduction and hardware placement.
A mobile, easy-to-use mini C-arm suits sports medicine and podiatry practices that image extremities in the office.
Low dose, simple Orthotouch operation, and DICOM connectivity make it a practical fit for office-based and ambulatory surgery settings.
From Positioning to a Low Dose Image
A mini C-arm workflow built for speed and safety. Laser guided positioning, low dose continuous imaging, a clear dual reference display, and DICOM sharing move each case along efficiently. Expanded workflow details are in the expandable sections below.
The compact TAU 1512 rolls into place on its 3-way braking system, and the laser alignment system shows the team exactly where to position the extremity before imaging begins. A 160 degree orbital rotation and a 50.8 cm arc depth let staff achieve preferred views with minimal patient repositioning.
The operator images in continuous mode while Intelligent Dose Reduction and the optimized copper dose filter keep cumulative dose up to 66 percent lower. The next generation 15 cm by 12 cm flat panel detector captures crisp images, and Mag Mode magnifies anatomy without increasing dose.
The 24 inch monitor presents a 10 inch by 8 inch primary live image alongside a 6 inch by 4 inch dual reference image, so the entire treatment team can see current and reference anatomy at a glance. The Orthotouch touchscreen and bilateral sterile field controls make adjustments simple during the procedure.
Images are stored and shared on the existing network through DICOM 3.0 connectivity, with optional wireless communication and an optional printer for hard copies. No technology upgrade is required to integrate the TAU 1512 into an existing PACS workflow.
Regulatory Compliance and Safety
FDA cleared as a mini C-arm fluoroscopy system with a pediatric indication, manufactured by Orthoscan, a division of Ziehm-Orthoscan, Inc. Medical Outfitters is an ISO 13485:2016 certified supplier of imaging equipment, so every Orthoscan TAU 1512 ships through a documented and audited quality management system. Full compliance documentation is available in the expandable sections below.
FDA Cleared: the Orthoscan TAU 1512 is FDA cleared as a mini C-arm fluoroscopy system.
Pediatric Indication: the Orthoscan TAU family are the first mini C-arms designed and approved for use with pediatric patients, supported by Intelligent Dose Reduction and the optimized dose filter.
ISO 13485: Medical Outfitters Inc. is independently ISO 13485:2016 certified as a supplier, so every system ships through a fully audited quality management system.
Manufacturer: the TAU 1512 is manufactured by Orthoscan, a division of Ziehm-Orthoscan, Inc., of Scottsdale, Arizona.
Trademarks: Orthoscan and Orthotouch are registered trademarks of Ziehm-Orthoscan, Inc.
Dose Management: Intelligent Dose Reduction with an optimized copper dose filter reduces exposure to surgeons and patients while maintaining image quality.
Connectivity: DICOM 3.0 compliant for PACS integration, with optional wireless communication.
Electrical Safety: bilateral sterile field controls, a wireless foot switch, and surgical LED lights are designed for safe use in the surgical field.
Configuration & Room Review
Tell us your specialty mix and room dimensions. Our team confirms the right TAU model for your space and budget, including the choice between the TAU 1512, TAU 1515, and TAU 2020, and arranges installation and training.
Capital Equipment & RFP Support
Pricing, technical documentation, and logistics for mini C-arm deployments. We support orthopedic practices, surgery centers, and purchasing departments evaluating extremity imaging systems. Contact us for RFP packages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common purchase and clinical questions about the Orthoscan TAU 1512 mini C-arm. Tap any question to expand.
The Orthoscan TAU 1512 is the most compact mini C-arm in the Orthoscan TAU family, built for orthopedic extremity imaging. It pairs a 15 cm by 12 cm next generation flat panel detector with Intelligent Dose Reduction for up to 66 percent cumulative dose reduction, a continuous operating mode, a pediatric indication, and the Orthotouch touchscreen interface. It suits orthopedic clinics, surgery centers, and space-constrained rooms that serve both adult and pediatric patients.
The TAU 1512 is the entry point and the most compact of the three models. It has a 15 cm by 12 cm detector, a 24 inch display with a 10 inch by 8 inch live image, a continuous operating mode, and up to 66 percent dose reduction. The TAU 1515 adds a larger 15 cm by 15 cm detector, a 27 inch display, pulsed fluoroscopy, and up to 79 percent reduction, while the TAU 2020 adds a 20 cm by 20 cm detector, a 32 inch display, a stepless motorized collimator, 2048 by 2048 resolution, and up to 86 percent reduction.
The TAU 1512 has a 15 cm by 12 cm next generation flat panel detector with a 1536 by 1536 image resolution and 100 micron pixel spacing. It pairs the detector with a 24 inch LCD monitor that shows a 10 inch by 8 inch primary live image and a 6 inch by 4 inch dual reference image, so the whole team can see the anatomy at a glance.
Using Intelligent Dose Reduction with an optimized copper dose filter and next generation flat panel detector technology, the TAU 1512 can achieve up to 66 percent cumulative dose reduction compared with a prior generation Orthoscan mini C-arm, while maintaining image quality. The TAU 1512 operates in continuous mode, and Mag Mode maintains image quality without increasing dose.
Yes. The Orthoscan TAU family are the first mini C-arms designed and approved for use with pediatric patients. On the TAU 1512, the Intelligent Dose Reduction technology and optimized dose filter keep radiation exposure low while maintaining image quality, which supports safe imaging of pediatric patients.
The TAU 1512 uses the Orthotouch touchscreen with a color interface, plus improved bilateral backlit controls in the sterile field and a multifunction wireless foot switch. It includes laser alignment and surgical LED lights for positioning, and it is DICOM 3.0 compliant for PACS integration, with optional wireless communication and an optional printer.
The Orthoscan TAU 1512 cost varies by configuration and accessories. Medical Outfitters returns a quote within one business day. Call (305) 885-4045 or request online to discuss purchase, financing, or availability.
Through Medical Outfitters Inc., ISO 13485:2016 certified, Miami, FL. Factory-new units with nationwide installation support. Call (305) 885-4045 or request a quote online.
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Other Orthoscan TAU mini C-arms to consider alongside the TAU 1512, from the larger 15 by 15 cm TAU 1515 with pulsed fluoroscopy to the 20 by 20 cm TAU 2020 with a stepless collimator, plus a full-size mobile C-arm for multi-room programs.
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