In many respects, an OEM medical device is only as good as the sensors that are providing the critical feedback data.
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Whether monitoring patient vital signs, conducting diagnostic tests, or performing continuous functions, the sensor technology supporting the device should be a concern of the least priority. Ideally, the integrated medical sensors in the devices should only enhance functionality and reliability.
However, investing in custom OEM sensors for medical devices is crucial. Choosing the right partner in sensor manufacturing can greatly impact a company’s financial performance. Therefore, carefully selecting the sensor manufacturer is one of the most significant decisions to make during product design.
Meticulously designed and well-crafted sensors can significantly affect the lifetime cost and performance of a device, and as an experienced and advanced medical sensor manufacturer with decades of expertise, Amphenol Advanced Sensors recognizes the importance of meeting a client’s high expectations.
That is why Amphenol Sensors continuously works to refine its sensor technology to deliver a blend of sophistication and robustness, ensuring optimized and reliable performance.
How Amphenol's custom OEM sensors maximize investment
Regardless of their function, any medical device(s) represents a substantial investment in terms of:
- Thought capital
- Countless hours of engineering & design
- Financial investment
- An extension of the company’s reputation
The last thing a client wants is to outfit it with third-party components that throttle its performance – or worse yet, lead to malfunctions. A bad customer experience – particularly in the medical field – can have costly, long-term effects that are tough to get past.
However, the integration of an Amphenol custom OEM sensor into a medical device can bring vast advancements to a client’s bottom line. Alongside a final product designed to meet and surpass performance expectations, Amphenol sensors offer the following advantages:
- Multi-layered support
- Single source manufacturing
- Design and engineering assistance
- Built-in intellectual property protection
- Global presence
- Long-term relationship
1. Multi-layered support
- Direct sales managers
- Sales reps
- Field application engineers
- Mechanical and electrical engineers
- Distribution channels
These represent only a handful of the numerous teams with whom the clients will work with to develop a sensor tailored specifically to the project.
Amphenol Sensors’ internal support system, comprised of multiple layers, enables clients to streamline external assistance, consolidating the creation of their sensors under one entity. Consequently, clients will be relieved of the burden and intricate logistics involved in managing a multitude of vendors and suppliers.
2. Single-source manufacturing
When Amphenol Advanced Sensors works on a custom sensor, it takes full responsibility for the entire process. From the assembly to the sensor itself, they ensure that all work is carried out exclusively by Amphenol Sensors.
This approach guarantees the delivery of a finished product that not only meets the precise specifications but also surpasses industry standards. Consequently, it minimizes the time spent troubleshooting issues and allows more focus on the finalization of the device.
By maintaining an in-house manufacturing process, Amphenol Sensors can control both the cost and quality of the sensors. It has complete knowledge of the caliber of products manufactured on its production lines.
Being the sole provider of the sensor enables Amphenol Sensors to make necessary adjustments to meet specific requirements with ease, as it possesses unparalleled familiarity with the sensor.
3. Design and engineering assistance
In cases where the client requires a sensor but lacks the expertise to design it, Amphenol Sensors offers comprehensive assistance.
Its design and engineering teams become an extension of the client’s medical device design team. They collaborate from start to finish, ensuring the creation of a sensor that precisely matches the required specifications.
Every detail, including material selection and final assembly, is meticulously considered, guaranteeing optimal sensor performance in its designated environment and long-lasting durability.
Moreover, the design process also incorporates factors such as connectivity and compliance requirements to ensure seamless integration with other parts of the device.
4. Built-in intellectual property protection
Acknowledging the uniqueness of each client’s medical devices, Amphenol Sensors safeguards the custom sensors manufactured for them. The designed and manufactured sensor(s) exclusively belong to the client, eliminating concerns about generic versions being produced and sold to competitors.
5. Global presence
As a global company, Amphenol Sensors has established its presence on almost every continent and in major markets worldwide. The aforementioned teams that collaborate with clients are situated across various locations globally. Regardless of the client’s location, whether in China, North America, or Europe, dedicated teams are available to provide support.
Despite geographical boundaries, Amphenol Sensors fosters a collaborative environment that facilitates idea-sharing and problem-solving across teams, ensuring seamless project execution.
6. Long-term relationship
Amphenol Sensors strives to establish strong and long-lasting relationships with its clients. From the moment the two parties start working together, Amphenol considers itself its partner, ready to offer ongoing support throughout the entire lifespan of the device incorporating its sensor technology.
Clients can rely on Amphenol Sensors’ accessible support whenever it is needed. Additionally, when designing a custom sensor for future OEM medical devices, clients can confidently turn to Amphenol Sensors, knowing that its experienced team is prepared to commence the project immediately.
There will be no learning curve required to understand the client’s company, its products, or its processes. Leveraging its track record of success, Amphenol Sensors has become the ideal choice for designing and manufacturing future custom sensors.
The safety net of experience
Medical devices should never take unnecessary risks when it comes to custom OEM sensors. As a vital component that provides essential feedback for monitoring and intervention, it is crucial to have high-quality, high-performance sensor technology in medical equipment design.
Choosing an Amphenol sensor for any medical device ensures the security of the company’s extensive expertise. With decades of experience in creating tailored sensor solutions, clients can have full confidence that Amphenol sensors are engineered to be durable, reliable, and compliant with all relevant healthcare standards.
Performance – By leveraging Amphenol Sensors’ extensive experience, a custom Amphenol sensor is meticulously designed to meet the expected performance demands throughout the entire lifespan of the device. Clients can be assured that it will maintain accuracy and reliability, even in challenging operating environments.
Enhanced protection from liability – Amphenol Sensors’ expertly designed and meticulously manufactured detectors surpass all performance expectations in the field. They are crafted to meet rigorous standards and regulations while undergoing thorough testing. This means clients can worry less about sensor failures that can lead to malfunctions that may impact patient care and potentially result in legal issues.
Reputation – As previously mentioned, the effectiveness of OEM medical equipment hinges on the quality of the sensors within. Simply put, there is no better way to establish a strong reputation in the medical device industry than by creating products that consistently perform as intended for their entire lifespan. Nothing erodes client trust faster than encountering a product that falls short of expectations.
Custom OEM sensors for health devices that deliver
The importance of selecting the right sensor for any medical device continues to grow. Investing in a top-notch custom OEM sensor from Amphenol can significantly influence the device’s performance and long-term cost.
Amphenol’s custom OEM sensors for medical devices offer an ideal combination of sophistication and durability, empowering clients to optimize their device’s performance with dependable and resilient technology.
With Amphenol’s extensive experience in the medical sector, integrating its custom sensors into medical devices maximizes the investment while safeguarding clients’ financial bottom line.
About Amphenol Advanced Sensors
Amphenol Advanced Sensors, with its portfolio of industry-leading brands - Thermometrics, NovaSensor, Telaire, Protimeter and Kaye - is an innovator in advanced sensing technologies and innovative embedded measurement solutions customized for regulatory and applications, value by providing critical information for real-time decisions.
We offer domain expertise, rapid customization, world-class manufacturing capability and lasting customer relationships deliver the greatest value in cost of ownership to their customers.
Amphenol Advanced Sensors is a member of the USA-based Amphenol Corporation. With our own global presence we offer our customers exceptional technical support and service in the areas of development, production and distribution.
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