Alcon UltraFlow 725278 I/A Handpiece w/ Tip 723698 Ophthalmic

Alcon UltraFlow® I/A Handpiece | 725278 | 723698 Tip

The Alcon UltraFlow® 725278 is a foundational instrument for ophthalmic irrigation and aspiration, engineered for the 2026 standards of modern cataract surgery. As a critical component of the phacoemulsification suite, this handpiece is designed to provide stable anterior chamber maintenance and efficient cortical cleanup following lens emulsification.

The 725278 model is highly regarded for its slim, balanced profile and threaded tip architecture, allowing for modularity and precise control during delicate intraocular maneuvers.

Key Performance Features

• Advanced Fluidic Dynamics: Part of the UltraFlow® series, this handpiece is engineered to provide consistent flow rates, ensuring anterior chamber stability even during high-vacuum cortical aspiration.

• Ergonomic "Ribbed" Grip: The handle features a specialized textured section, providing the surgeon with a secure, non-slip grip and enhanced tactile feedback when working near the posterior capsule.

• Modular Threaded Architecture: The assembly includes the 723698 detachable tip. This threaded design allows for easy tip replacement or switching between straight, angled, or curved tips to suit the surgeon's preference for 12 o’clock cortical access.

• Lightweight Metal Construction: Built from surgical-grade alloys to minimize hand fatigue during high-volume surgical days while ensuring the durability needed for repeated sterilization cycles.

• High Compatibility: Designed for seamless integration with Alcon surgical platforms (such as the Centurion® or Infiniti® systems) using standard I/A tubing sets.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Alcon

• Product Line: UltraFlow®

• Handpiece Reference: 725278

• Included Tip Reference: 723698

• Type: Threaded / Detachable I/A System

• Material: Medical-grade Stainless Steel / Titanium Alloy

• Format: Reusable / Autoclavable

Clinical & Institutional Advantages

• Optimized Cortical Cleanup: The balanced weight and slim distal profile allow for easy rotation and maneuvering within the capsular bag, facilitating more efficient cleanup at the fornices.

• Enhanced Safety Profile: Alcon’s precision-milled tips are designed with smooth aspiration ports to minimize the risk of accidental capsular snagging or rupture.

• Sustainable ROI: As a reusable instrument, the UltraFlow system offers a significantly lower cost-per-case compared to disposable I/A alternatives, without compromising on fluidic performance.

• Strategic Inventory Management: Maintaining a stock of 725278 handpieces allows for rapid turnover between cases and provides essential redundancy for busy ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs).

Ideal Applications

• Cataract Surgery: Standard irrigation and aspiration of cortical material.

• Viscoelastic Removal: Efficient clearing of OVD (Ophthalmic Viscosurgical Devices) from the chamber post-IOL implantation.

• AC Washouts: Managing hyphema or inflammatory debris in the anterior chamber.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: Used — Excellent Condition.

• Mechanical Integrity: The threads on both the handpiece and the tip have been inspected; they engage smoothly and provide an airtight/watertight seal.

• Surface Condition: The lumen is clear and the exterior shows minimal signs of clinical wear. No pitting or oxidation is present.

• Note to SPD: This is a cannulated instrument. It must be flushed thoroughly with deionized water immediately after use and processed via validated ultrasonic and steam autoclave cycles. Ensure the internal lumen is completely dry before storage to maintain the high-precision finish.