Extreme Portability. Uncompromising Surgical Power. SPEEP® Technology.

Despite its remarkably small footprint, the CataRhex 3® seamlessly integrates advanced surgical technologies including SPEEP®, easyPhaco®, High-Frequency (HF) capsulotomy, an integrated compressor for anterior vitrectomy, and the HFDS® MIGS technique..

Key Benefits of the CataRhex 3®

✔ SPEEP® Technology – Independent Control of Flow and Vacuum

Oertli’s proprietary pump elegantly combines the flow control advantages of a peristaltic pump with the precise vacuum responsiveness of a Venturi system.
Allows:

• Enables true linear control of flow.

• Allows independent adjustment of vacuum.

• Provides superior holding force.

• Facilitates highly delicate maneuvers in the capsule, cortex, and nuclear fragments.

• Guarantees maximum anterior chamber stability, even under full occlusion.

✔ easyPhaco® Technology – Efficient and Safe Emulsification

Engineered on the physical principles of stable fluidics:

• Excellent magnetic-like attraction and holding of fragments.

• Continuous, uninterrupted aspiration.

• Ultrasonic energy is strictly directed to the occluded fragment.

• Remarkably stable anterior chamber, even at high vacuum settings.

• Available for incisions ranging from CO-MICS (1.6 mm) up to 3.2 mm.

✔ High-Frequency (HF) Capsulotomy

Delivers a fast, smooth, and highly controlled capsular opening without the need for forceps or a cystotome needle.
Particularly indicated for:

• Hypermature cataracts

• Small pupils

• Traumatic cataracts

• Juvenile cataracts

• Cases lacking a red reflex

✔ Anterior Vitrectomy with Integrated Compressor

Ready for immediate use without relying on external air supplies or equipment.

• Pneumatically driven guillotine cutter.

• Speeds of up to 2,400 cuts/minute.

• Ensures highly effective cutting with minimal vitreoretinal traction.

✔ HFDS® MIGS Surgery

Implant-free ab interno glaucoma surgery.
Proven long-term Intraocular Pressure (IOP) reduction (up to 48 months follow-up).

✔ Robust and Precise Multifunctional Foot Pedal

• Fine linear control.

• Wired connection ensures zero signal latency.

• Water-resistant design (IPX6 rating).

• Four distinct travel ranges for intuitive navigation.

✔ Absolute Mobility

• Weighs only 11 lbs 11 lbs

• Easily fits inside a standard carrying case.

• Listo para usar en segundos

• Ready to operate in seconds, making it ideal for itinerant surgeons or highly demanding environments.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – For Ophthalmologists

Equipment Type

Multifunctional surgical platform for:

• Standard cataract surgery.

• Anterior Vitrectomy

• MIGS (HFDS®) Surgery

• Conjunctival coaptation and bipolar diathermy

Fluidics System

• Peristaltic pump.

• SPEEP® pump (independently controllable flow + vacuum).

• Closed tubing system with an integrated pressure sensor.

• Automated purging.

• Flow adjustable in 1 ml increments.

• Reflux function.

• Automated preoperative self-test.

Phacoemulsification

• Titanium U/S handpiece featuring 6 piezoelectric crystals.

• Modes: Linear, PULSE, BURST, CMP, and Panel.

• Automated energy synchronization.

• easyPhaco®, CO-MICS, MICS

• Three quick-access memory slots (DirectAccess).

HF Capsulotomy

• Bipolar Diathermy

• Smooth capsular opening capabilities.

• Compatible with titanium tips and forceps.

Irrigation/Aspiration (I/A) – Safety Design

• Repositioned aspiration port to proactively prevent accidental capsule capture.

• Elongated shaft for optimal sub-incisional access.

• High occlusion capacity.

• Available for 1.6–2.8 mm incisions.

Anterior Vitrectomy

• Pneumatically driven guillotine cutter.

• ~2,400 cuts/minute

• Modes: I/A-Cut – I/R-Cut – I/R-I/A.

MIGS Functions (Glaucoma)

• HFDS® (High Frequency Deep Sclerotomy)

• Implant-free ab interno procedure.

• Sustained IOP reduction.

• Seamlessly compatible with combined cataract surgery.

Interface and Software

• Adjustable front-facing display.

• Glass panel interface with tactile silicone keys.

• Color-coded front connections.

• Programmable for up to 20 distinct surgeon profiles.

Foot Pedal

• Linear, multifunctional

• wired connection

• IPX6 rated

• 4 travel modes.

Dimensions & Portability:

• Weight: 11 lbs

• Ultra-compact design.

• Optional IV pole support available.