Magnetic resonance imaging
Helium-free MRI
Welcome to the era of helium-free MRI operations
We empower your transition to helium-free MR operations, relieving you from helium-related complications and operational cost. Our industry's first and only helium-free 1.5T MR portfolio increases access to care for more people in more places while providing clinical excellence for your department.
Philips BlueSeal MRI
BlueSeal helium-free technology
With only a minimal amount of helium (0.5% of today's standard helium amount) sealed inside during production to keep the system up and running, you can reduce operational costs and eliminate the need for helium refills.
Demonstrated results of helium-free MRI operations
Boost performance and reliability
Deliver unmatched performance via advanced fully AI-enabled system with state-of-the-art technology and design
Perform the most complex scans with best-in-class homogeneity,4 high gradient strength and exceptional temporal field stability4
Proven and reliable helium-free operations with >1700 BlueSeal installations worldwide
Extend care to as many patients as possible
Easy to site thanks to 1700kg lighter3 system without a vent pipe
Bring MR to remote areas, as there's no need for helium refills
Deliver MR services with wherever and whenever they are needed with BlueSeal Mobile
Future-proof Your MRI Department, saving helium, energy and operational costs
Eliminate operational costs associated with helium and downtime, thanks to the fully sealed design
Deliver uninterrupted MRI services for years to come without relying on helium availability
Save almost 40 megawatts of energy per year6 with PowerSave+
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The Philips BlueSeal MRI Story from people behind this innovation
Feel the freedom with BlueSeal MRI
Lift limitations and experience MRI excellence with BlueSeal, the industry's first high-performance, wide-bore, helium-free 1.5T MRI system.
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Frequently asked questions
Footnotes
- January 2022 onwards https://www.innovationnewsnetwork.com/helium-shortage-4-0-what-caused-it-andwhen-will-it-end/29255/
- The amount of liquid helium saved is a calculation compared to a classic magnet with 1500 liters of helium
- Compared to conventional 1.5T zero boil off systems in the industry BlueSeal MR system weight (with cryogen) 2,300 kg (5,071 lbs). 900 kg lighter than previous Philips ZBO systems
- Even in the rare case of magnet becoming unsealed, the negligible amount of helium escaping would not materially affect the oxygen level within the room
- Based on internal testing. Including ramp-up, shim check and calibration
Disclaimer
Helium-free operations. 7 liters of helium is permanently enclosed in the cryogenic circuit.