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Philips X7-2t xMatrix transoesophageal echocardiography transducer
The X7-2t is a Philips adult transoesophageal echo probe with a matrix array of 2,500 elements, used in cardiac theatres, cath labs and echo departments for 2D, Live xPlane and real-time 3D imaging of the heart. It plugs into compatible Philips cardiac ultrasound systems and is steered from a handle with a user-configurable button. Its distinctive feature is fully sampled 3D imaging from the oesophagus with PureWave crystal technology.
The model
Maker, model and type.
- Maker
- Philips Ultrasound
- Model
- Philips X7-2t xMatrix transoesophageal echocardiography transducer
- Device type
- TEE Probe
- Main document
- Open the public document
Key specifications
What the public record says.
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Array and technology | xMatrix array with PureWave crystal technology, 2,500 elements | Source |
| Frequency range | 7 to 2 MHz | Source |
| Field of view | 90 degrees 2D; 98 x 98 degree volume | Source |
| Imaging modes | 2D, Live xPlane, Live 3D, 3D Zoom, Full Volume and 3D colour | Source |
| Applications | Adult TEE; not biopsy capable | Source |
| Minimum patient weight | 30 kg | Source |
| Tip and shaft | Tip about 38 x 17 x 13.5 mm (length x width x height); shaft 900 mm long, 10 mm wide | Source |
| Expected useful life | 5 years for Philips transoesophageal transducers, counted from the manufacturing certificate | Source |
| Supplied with | ECG interface cable and disposable tip protector | Source |
Recalls
Known FDA recalls.
- Z-2412-20252025-07-03
Labelling correction defining useful life of Philips ultrasound transducers (5 years for TEE).
FDA record - Z-2066-20252025-05-28
Transducers refurbished beyond their useful life, to be replaced with new units.
FDA record
Safety
Safety warnings from the record.
- Do not bend the shaft into a loop smaller than about 0.3 m across. Source
- Never sterilise the probe by autoclave, UV, gamma, gas, steam or heat, as this causes severe damage. Source
- Use only disinfectants Philips lists as compatible, at the right strength and immersion depth and time. Source
- A bite guard should be used in every study to protect the shaft and patient. Source
Sources
Where this note comes from.
- Philips, X7-2t transducer product page (Croatia)
- Philips, TEE Transducer Care training document (hosted by BIDMC Anesthesia)
- openFDA recall search, X7-2t
- openFDA MAUDE problem counts, X7-2t
Not covered: No X7-2t user manual was found publicly, so the probe's temperature cut-out limits, system error messages and leakage current limits are not included. The probe's own 510(k) summary was not located; FDA recall records list several Philips ultrasound 510(k) numbers covering it. Tip dimensions come from a Philips training document hosted by a hospital and should be checked against current labelling.
BMEssentia knowledge drafted from public information, reviewed by Hasan Khaled Ismail on 2026-10-24. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for use and service manual.
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