Biopsy guides like the Leapmed 120026 Reusable Biopsy Needle Guide for Esaote AL2442 are replaced rather than repaired – the bracket geometry and needle channel must stay within tolerance, and a worn or damaged guide should come out of service. Use this page to confirm fit before ordering a replacement.
| Catalogue name | Leapmed 120026 Reusable Biopsy Needle Guide for Esaote AL2442 |
|---|---|
| Supplier | Leapmed |
| Supplier reference | 120026 |
| Guide type | Reusable Biopsy Needle Guide |
| Compatible probe references | Esaote: AL2442 |
| Source record | Leapmed product record |
Why biopsy guides are replaced rather than repaired
Unlike the probe itself – where lenses, cables and connectors are routinely rebuilt – a guide is a single precision part. Once its bracket or channel is worn or cracked, tolerances are gone and the guide should be replaced, not patched.
This reference is listed for the following probe(s): Esaote: AL2442. Bracket geometry differs even between visually similar probes, so the pairing above is the starting point – not proof of fit.
When to replace the guide
- Any crack in the bracket or channel, however small
- Loose or unreliable locking onto the probe
- A worn or scored channel that no longer tracks the needle cleanly
- Warping or distortion after reprocessing
- Discoloration combined with brittleness of the material
Confirm fit before ordering a replacement
- Send a clear photograph of the complete probe manufacturer and model label.
- Include photos of the existing guide or bracket and where it clips onto the probe.
- Quote the reference number printed on the guide or bracket, if legible.
- State the needle gauges you work with and whether reusable or disposable is required.
- Note your sterilization or disinfection workflow so the right configuration is offered.
Similar probe names do not prove that two brackets are interchangeable – the attachment geometry and channel spec decide fit, so compatibility is confirmed against your exact probe label.
Ordering a replacement guide with a probe repair
If the probe itself is also damaged, mention it in the same request – a probe repair and a replacement guide can be assessed and quoted together, which is usually faster than handling them separately.
The illustration is representative and is not a photograph of this exact guide. This record does not claim OEM authorization or universal fit. Compatibility, included components, availability and commercial terms are confirmed in writing for the exact probe and guide reference.
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