MEDICAL DRY IMAGER (Thermal Film Printer DM-160)
Medical Dry Imager
A reliable medical dry imager turns digital radiology signals into permanent film prints via thermal dry technology. No liquid chemical tanks are required onsite, simplifying layout and daily maintenance for hospital imaging rooms. It pairs perfectly with SMTECHUP radiographic film for all routine diagnostic scanning tasks.
Radiology Compatibility of This Medical Dry Imager
This dry printing unit connects to all mainstream digital scan equipment, covering CT, MRI, DR, CR, digital gastroscopy, nuclear medicine, mobile X-ray and dental imaging workflows. There is no need to adjust hardware settings repeatedly when switching different diagnostic devices.
Full Technical Parameters
| Item | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Imaging Method | Direct thermal dry printing, operable under normal room lighting |
| Print Resolution | ≥320dpi (12.6 pixels/mm) |
| Print Output Speed | ≥90 sheets/hour for 8×10in film; ≥70 sheets/hour for 14×17in film |
| Gray Scale Depth | 14bit |
| Film Loading Structure | 2 independent supply slots, max 100 sheets per slot |
| Supported Film Types | Medical dry film, thermal sensitive radiographic film |
| Available Film Sizes | 8in×10in, 10in×12in, 11in×14in, 14in×17in |
| Print Tone | Monochrome black and white |
| Data Transmission Interface | 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| Power Input | AC220V-240V, 50Hz |
| Network Standard | Fully compliant with DICOM3.0 |
| Image Calibration | Built-in densitometer for automatic real-time density calibration |
| Adjustable Image Parameters | Contrast, gray scale, polarity, rotation, saturation, scaling ratio |
| Operation Panel | Backlit large LCD screen, displays network connection, fault alerts and real-time working status |
| Physical Control Buttons | Power switch + multi-function menu navigation buttons |
| Overall Outer Dimensions | 53cm × 59cm × 54.5cm |
| Net Weight | 45kg |
Practical Operating Benefits
Dual separate film trays cut down repeated refilling work during peak diagnosis hours. Technicians can load two different film sizes in advance and switch formats without manual film replacement.
The embedded densitometer stabilizes gray scale output automatically. Operators do not need to tweak parameters repeatedly, which greatly reduces wasted film caused by uneven density.
The backlit LCD clearly displays network faults, film shortage and paper jam reminders. Maintenance teams can locate abnormal conditions quickly without extra inspection tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can this medical dry imager run stably when multiple diagnostic devices send printing tasks at the same time?
A: Yes. It supports stable multi-task reception under DICOM 3.0 protocol. The built-in data buffer queue arranges printing orders automatically without missing or overlapping prints.
Q2: Do I need to calibrate the densitometer manually before daily startup?
A: No extra manual calibration is required. The device completes full automatic density self-check each time it powers on, maintaining consistent image density throughout the whole working day.
Q3: Is it allowed to mix two different film sizes inside the two supply slots?
A: Absolutely fine. The two slots work independently. Users can place different film sizes separately and call corresponding formats directly from the imaging system without replacing film stock frequently.




