Össur Touch Bionics is an advanced bionic arm prosthesis option that is frequently preferred and offers various model options.
Touch Bionics offers 3 different product options, each divided based on the number of functions they can perform, and each with unique features that set them apart. Our experts provide support in selecting the right option based on the user’s needs and expectations. Now, let’s talk a bit about each of the three products of Touch Bionics.
Variations of Össur Touch Bionics
1. Features and Functions of Össur i-Limb Access
You can see the features of i-Limb Access, the entry model of Össur Touch Bionics, in the list below.
It is a multi-articulated, myoelectric bionic prosthetic hand with motion capability.
It features five individually powered fingers and a manually rotatable thumb.
Each motorized finger is capable of coordinated gripping and stopping.
Finger speed can be increased by up to 30% with the speed boost feature.
Muscle control enables the hand to grip based on specific muscle signals using triggers.
The device can be used via smartphone with Biosim and My i-Limb applications.
The thumb can be manually rotated to create different gripping positions.
Instant Grip feature can be activated with a single button press using the smartphone application.
Automatic gripping option consisting of 12 functions is available.
The hand comes in four different sizes (extra small, small, medium, large).
Six gloves are included: 4 skin-tone gloves and 2 transparent gloves.
Skin-tone silicone glove provides a similar appearance to your other hand.
Touchscreen can be used with the transparent glove.
The warranty is for 2 years.
i-Limb Access Technical Features
Voltage: 7.4 V (nominal)
Maximum Current: 5 A
Battery Capacity: Rechargeable lithium polymer 7.4 V battery. 1300 mAh and 2000 mAh capacity (due to extra small and large difference)
Maximum load carrying limit of the hand: 40 kg (extra small); 90 kg (small/medium/large)
Maximum carrying limit of the finger:20 kg (extra small); 32 kg (small/medium/large)
Transition time from full on to full off: 0.8 seconds
2. Features and Functions of Össur i-Limb Ultra
i-Limb Ultra is one of the most preferred bionic arm/hand products due to its number of functions and titanium material. Below, we have outlined what this device can do and its technical specifications.
It is a multi-articulated, myoelectric bionic prosthetic hand with motion capability.
It features five individually reinforced fingers and a manually rotatable thumb.
Each motorized finger has the ability to grip and hold compatibly.
Titanium-reinforced fingers increase the carrying load by 50%.
Instant access to Quick Grips feature via mobile application (this feature will be explained later in the page).
Automatic gripping option consisting of 18 functions is available.
It includes an Auto-Grasp safety feature that prevents falling (this feature will be explained later in the page).
The hand comes in four different sizes (extra small, small, medium, large).
Aluminum extra small fingers provide durability without increasing the load.
Finger speed can be increased by up to 30% with the speed boost feature.
Muscle control enables the hand to grip based on specific muscle signals using triggers.
Vari-Grip feature provides additional gripping power (this feature will be explained later in the page).
The device can be used via smartphone with Biosim and My i-Limb applications.
Six gloves are included: 4 skin-tone gloves and 2 transparent gloves.
Skin-tone silicone glove provides a similar appearance to your other hand.
Touchscreen can be used with the transparent glove.
The warranty is for 2 years.
i-Limb Ultra Technical Features
Voltage: 7.4 V (nominal)
Maximum Current: 5 A
Battery Capacity: Rechargeable lithium polymer 7.4 V battery. 1300 mAh and 2000 mAh capacity (due to extra small and large difference)
Maximum load carrying limit of the hand: 40 kg (extra small); 90 kg (small/medium/large)
Maximum carrying limit of the finger:20 kg (extra small); 32 kg (small/medium/large)
Transition time from full on to full off: 0.8 seconds
What is Össur Quick Grips Feature?
This feature allows users to switch to pre-set gripping options with just one touch, enabling them to carry out their daily activities more efficiently.
What is the Össur Auto-Grasp Feature?
This feature applies a preset force to ensure that the prosthetic hand firmly grasps objects. When the user firmly grasps an object, the prosthetic hand automatically increases the gripping force, preventing the object from slipping out of the hand.
What is the Össur Vari-Grip Feature?
Össur Vari-Grip is a feature that provides additional gripping power to prosthetic users. This feature allows users to adjust the gripping force of the prosthetic hand according to their needs. Users can manually adjust the force required to grasp different objects, thus enabling them to perform various daily activities more effectively.
3. Features and Functions of Össur i-Limb Quantum
The i-Limb Quantum model is the latest in technology among the arm prostheses of the Össur Touch Bionics series, offering the highest degree of mobility and enabling all functions achievable by a real hand.
The i-Limb Quantum is Össur’s premium multi-articulated myoelectric hand.
Users can choose from a total of 36 pre-programmed and customized function options tailored to their daily activities.
It is manufactured with titanium fingers.
Increases carrying load by 50% and grip strength by up to 30%.
Provides a 30% increase in speed to enhance power and functionality.
Includes gesture control sensors.
i-Limb Quantum incorporates motion control and is the only myoelectric hand capable of changing grip modes with a single movement.
Moving i-Limb Quantum in any of four directions is sufficient to reach the desired grip mode.
The electronically rotating thumb can be manually disabled and automatically transitions between lateral and oppositional grip positions for optimal grasping.
The Vari-Grip feature provides additional gripping power when applied.
The Touch Care package offers warranty support for up to 5 years.
The hand comes in four different sizes (extra small, small, medium, large).
Includes an Auto-Grasp feature with Anti-Drop safety functionality to prevent falling.
Biosim and My i-Limb Applications are available for configuring and personalizing grip features.
Six gloves are included: 4 skin-tone gloves and 2 transparent gloves.
The skin-tone silicone glove provides a similar appearance to your other hand.
Touchscreen can be used with the transparent glove.
i-Limb Quantum Technical Features
Voltage: 7.4 V (nominal)
Maximum Current: 5 A
Battery Capacity: Rechargeable lithium polymer 7.4 V battery. 1300 mAh and 2000 mAh capacity (due to extra small and large difference)
Maximum load carrying limit of the hand: 40 kg (extra small); 90 kg (small/medium/large)
Maximum carrying limit of the finger:20 kg (extra small); 48 kg (small/medium/large)
Transition time from full on to full off: 0.8 seconds
Össur Touch Bionic Other Features
Cosmetic Appearance
In addition to Össur Touch Bionics models, a total of 6 gloves are provided based on the most compatible color option with the patient’s skin tone. These gloves are compatible with smart device screens due to their touch feature.
Weight and Usage
• The weights of Össur Touch Bionics models have been minimized to a high degree. The socket section used during application is entirely made of carbon fiber. Therefore, there is a significant lightness involved.
For each product, specific and personalized training is provided to the patient according to their own profile.
Warranty and Maintenance
The warranty of Össur Touch Bionics models starts from 2 years. However, at the request of the user, the warranty period can be extended up to 5 years for an additional fee.
Most of the maintenance and repair is done in Türkiye.
Össur Touch Bionics Prices
The prices of Össur Touch Bionics vary depending on the model to be applied and the level of amputation of the patient.
To obtain the most accurate pricing, please select from the models mentioned above and specify your level of amputation when applying to our clinic.
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