Powering U.S.-Designed Surgical Innovation Overseas with PowerXchanger X-15
Modern surgical technology is moving fast—especially in neurosurgery, where accuracy and reliability are non-negotiable. But when a medical device is engineered for U.S. power standards, taking it abroad isn’t as simple as plugging it into the wall.
That’s exactly where PowerXchanger X-15 comes in. In this real-world setup, a high-precision surgical guidance device—built to operate on 120 volts / 60 Hz (the U.S. standard)— is now operating internationally at Singapore General Hospital.
The hospital is using the X-15 to deliver the correct voltage and frequency the device was designed for, enabling dependable operation in a 24/7 medical environment.
If your equipment is designed for 120V/60Hz, you need 120V/60Hz—especially when performance and safety matter.
Case study:
Brain surgery guidance support in Singapore
In this photo, the surgical guidance system used to help surgeons precisely place or navigate instruments in the brain during surgery is supported by a PowerXchanger X-15, providing the device with the stable, regulated, noise free 120V/60Hz power it expects.
The device shown is branded Zeta Surgical, illustrating a common challenge for hospitals worldwide:
Innovative U.S.-designed systems are increasingly deployed globally, but local utility power standards don’t always match what the equipment was engineered for.
PowerXchanger X-15 bridges that gap so hospitals, labs, and clinical partners can deploy, evaluate, and operate advanced systems with confidence all around the world.
Why voltage and frequency matter for U.S.-made medical devices
Many people think international power is only a “voltage problem” (120V vs 220–240V). In reality, a large portion of professional-grade equipment—especially high-precision systems with motors, timing-sensitive electronics, control boards, and power supplies—can also be impacted by frequency differences (60 Hz vs 50 Hz).
The goal isn’t to “make it work.” The goal is to make it operate exactly as intended.
X-15 Product Features
Beyond hospitals: X-15 also supports demos, conventions, and international rollout
X-15 isn’t only for installed hospital environments. It’s also a practical tool for teams that need dependable 120V/60Hz power outside the U.S.—whether that’s a global roadshow, a pilot deployment, or day-to-day operation.
When demonstrating frequency-dependent equipment at events, you need repeatable performance—without guesswork, instability, or “it worked back home” uncertainty.
When a device is being trialed internationally, consistent power ensures the evaluation reflects the device itself—not power-related variability.
X-15 is suitable for powering equipment on a continuous basis—supporting serious deployments where uptime matters.
Who typically needs a medical device frequency converter?
If you’re responsible for deploying, supporting, or showcasing U.S.-designed medical technology abroad, this is the category of teams we see most often:
If the device is designed for 120V/60Hz, the safest path is supplying 120V/60Hz.
What to include when planning 120V/60Hz power overseas
- Device voltage + frequency requirements (nameplate + manual)
- Total wattage/amps and expected peak demand
- Whether the device has motors, pumps, compressors, or timing-sensitive components
- Continuous run time expectations (hours/day)
- Clinical environment requirements (noise, heat, mobility, cable routing, etc.)
If you share those details with your PowerXchanger contact, your team can align the right configuration and operating approach.
Trade show / demo power: fastest setup, built for exhibitors
If your goal is demonstration, investor meetings, or international exhibitions, consider our iTransformer Series : it was built specifically for portable, event-friendly demo power where you need the right output conditions for U.S.-designed equipment—without building out a permanent install.
iTransformer is optimized for demo and exhibition use, but it does not carry the same safety markings/certifications as our Deluxe and Slimline Series lines. If your deployment requires specific regulatory markings, hospital procurement compliance, or facility-standard certification requirements, we typically recommend Deluxe or Slimline models instead.