Radiation therapy system multileaf collimator Customized MLC

for radiosurgery systems

Product overview
Developed in close collaboration with OEM partners, these customized multileaf collimators (MLCs) are engineered to meet specific clinical and technical requirements. Designs cover robotic radiosurgery units, FLASH research setups, MRI‑compatible high‑speed variants and modules for adaptive radiotherapy workflows. Systems prioritize precision, seamless OEM integration and advanced treatment compatibility.

Leaf configuration

• Single‑focus and dual‑focus designs
• Variable leaf thickness and micro‑leaf geometries
• Typical configurations from 80 up to >160 leaves for high‑resolution beam shaping
• Micro‑MLC modules with ultra‑thin leaves for stereotactic applications

Actuation & motor design

• Piezo‑driven actuators for ultrafast motion
• Space‑optimized motor drive systems
• Dual‑layer configurations for advanced modulation
• High‑speed motion (> 10 cm/s) suitable for 4D and gated therapies

Control & interface options

• Motion control with submillimeter precision (< 0.1 mm)
• Touchless ultra‑precise secondary sensors (< 10 µm)
• OEM‑specific mechanical and software interfaces (open control architectures, firmware/API customization)
• Static LINAC or robotic integration; Ethernet or custom API synchronization for gating and feedback loops

Materials & durability

• MR‑compatible, low‑EM, non‑magnetic components for hybrid imaging integrations
• Leaf materials and heights optimized for photons, electrons, protons and Co‑60 γ‑radiation
• EMC‑shielded housings and cabling
• Designs engineered for long lifecycle performance and OEM deployment

Advantages and benefits

• Dual‑focus and micro‑leaf geometry for high‑resolution beam control
• Piezo‑driven actuation enabling ultrafast motion and submillimeter precision
• MR‑compatible, non‑magnetic materials for MRI‑Linac and hybrid architectures
• Open mechanical and software interfaces for robotic and adaptive setups
• Modular architecture scalable from compact to large‑field MLCs
• Delivered with ISO 13485 readiness and CE/FDA documentation support

Applications

• Adaptive radiotherapy with 4D dose modulation
• FLASH and motion‑managed therapy research
• MRI‑Linac and hybrid imaging‑guided systems
• Robotic MLC integration for compact treatment units
• Proton and Co‑60 beam shaping
• Small‑animal and preclinical research setups

Safety, regulatory & manufacturing notes

• Prepared for CE and FDA submissions with supporting documentation (IEC 60601‑1, IEC 60601‑2‑1, ISO 14971 risk documentation and verified interlock mechanisms)
• Systems co‑engineered with OEM partners; developed and manufactured in Germany
• Electromagnetic validation and lifecycle testing for OEM deployment and long‑term reliability

Technical specifications

• Leaf count: typical configurations from 80 up to >160 leaves
• Leaf geometry: variable thickness, micro‑leaf options, dual‑focus designs
• Leaf motion speed: up to 10 cm/s (depending on configuration)
• Positioning precision: micropositioning < 0.1 mm
• Secondary sensor resolution: < 10 µm (touchless)
• Actuation: piezo‑driven actuators (ultrafast) and space‑optimized motor drives
• Layers: single‑layer and dual‑layer configurations available
• Materials: MR‑compatible, low‑EM, non‑magnetic components; tungsten leaf options optimized per modality
• EMC: shielded housings and cabling for low electromagnetic interference
• Interface: open mechanical and software interfaces; Ethernet and custom API support for synchronization and gating
• Regulatory: ISO 13485 readiness; CE/FDA documentation support; IEC 60601 series and ISO 14971 risk documentation prepared
• Manufacturing origin: developed and manufactured in Germany