Leapmed 120225 Reusable Biopsy Needle Guide for Esaote SL3235 — Replacement

Biopsy guides like the Leapmed 120225 Reusable Biopsy Needle Guide for Esaote SL3235 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 120225 Reusable Biopsy Needle Guide for Esaote SL3235
Guide supplier	Leapmed
Supplier reference	120225
Guide type	Reusable Biopsy Needle Guide
Compatible probe references	Esaote: SL3235
Source record	Supplier product record

Why biopsy guides are replaced rather than repaired

Guides take repeated mounting, sterilization and needle passes. Wear accumulates in the attachment points and needle channel, and there is no economical way to re-machine a worn guide back into tolerance. Replacement is the standard practice.

This reference is listed for the following probe(s): Esaote: SL3235. 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

• Visible cracks anywhere on the bracket or needle channel
• The guide no longer clicks or locks firmly onto the probe
• A worn or scored channel that no longer tracks the needle cleanly
• Warping or distortion after reprocessing
• Brittle, discolored material that flexes differently than new

Confirm fit before ordering a replacement

• Photograph the probe’s full manufacturer and model label and send it with the request.
• Include photos of the existing guide or bracket and where it clips onto the probe.
• State the guide or bracket reference if it is printed on the part.
• State the needle gauges you work with and whether reusable or disposable is required.
• Confirm sterilization or disinfection requirements in the request.

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

Ordering a replacement guide alongside a probe repair? Include both in one request with the probe label photo – compatibility for the guide and repairability for the probe get confirmed in a single assessment.

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.