With FiAPC® plus, control isn’t just a feature - it’s the essence of precision
Precision starts with control.
FiAPC® plus.
In electrosurgical procedures, control means confidence, consistency, and enhanced outcomes. Our new FiAPC® plus probes are designed to give you more control over your procedure, so you can focus on delivering the best possible treatment for your patients.
Designed for a controlled and consistent tissue effect
With FiAPC® plus, we put control over the tissue effect into your hands, so you can choose the best possible treatment for your patients.
PRECISION THROUGH
CONTROLLED
PERFORMANCE
The innovative tip design and thermally isolated electrode enable more homogeneous argon gas ignition, supporting stable plasma performance and giving you the accuracy and confidence you need in every procedure.
Thanks to optimized beam characteristics - featuring a long, precise and focused argon beam - and proven mode settings, FiAPC® plus consistently delivers reliable and reproducible results; whether you’re treating a small lesion or a broader area.
RIDE THE ERBE WAVE WITH
OUR UNIQUE APC MODES
preciseAPC®
preciseAPC® is used for coagulation or ablation, independent of the distance between the probe and tissue, particularly in the low energy range and for thermosensitive areas. For use on thin-walled structures, to facilitate coagulation with minimal thermal insult.
forcedAPC®
forcedAPC® is a fast and effective APC mode with ignition assistance for reliable and reproducible plasma ignition in an ever-changing environment of resistance variables. While more superficial in nature, long activation periods, and/or higher effect settings can achieve significant and deep ablation of tissue.
In control with FiAPC® plus. From start to finish.
Especially in long or complex cases, the reduced heat generation, enhanced flexibility and a high suction performance contribute to effective workflows, and thus more efficient procedures.
REDUCED TISSUE
STICKING FOR SMOOTHER
WORKFLOWS
Avoiding downtime and increasing continuity
- The new tip design features a ceramic tip, a thermally isolated electrode, and a proprietary coating that lowers the distal tip temperature.
- This helps to reduce tissue sticking and therefore cleaning of the probe – allowing for more continuous, uninterrupted interventions.
- Less adhesion to target tissue coagulum can lower the incidence of rebleeds, supporting effective bleeding management.
WORKING IN RETROFLEXION
WITH EASE
Enhanced flexibility supports smooth navigation in complex anatomies:
- Passes smoothly through the working channel of the endoscope even in retroflexion and complex anatomies.
- The rounded, atraumatic ceramic tip is designed to glide gently along mucosal surfaces, supporting smooth articulation and precise alignment with target tissue.
- New marking scheme enables closer positioning of the probe to the working channel, thus bringing the camera nearer to the target tissue. This results in a clear view of the target tissue.
HIGH SUCTION
PERFORMANCE FOR
ENHANCED EFFICIENCY
Faster, smoother workflows
- With the tip extended outside the channel, the indwelling catheter is thinner, increasing the cross-sectional area by 15%. This especially allows for faster gas expungement, enhancing efficiency during procedures.
Experience FiAPC® plus in clinical use
See how FiAPC® plus probes perform in real procedures - guided by experts, powered by precision.
APC ablation of heterotopic gastric mucosa using FiAPC® plus probe with pulsedAPC E3.5
Prof. Dr. Torsten Beyna, MD
APC ablation in radiation proctitis using APC 3 and FiAPC® plus A probe
Prof. Dr. Torsten Beyna, MD
APC ablation of residual Barrett´s mucosa using FiAPC® plus with axial beam
Prof. Dr. Torsten Beyna, MD
Versatility for GI and pulmonary applications
The FiAPC® plus probes are available in various tip architectures - axial, lateral and circumferential -
offering you options that align with a wide range of clinical applications.
FULL RANGE OF PROBES
FOR EVERY SITUATION
The unique circumferential probe
The patented APC 360° Circumferential Probe™ delivers a complete 360° flow of argon gas, thus allowing for more control and flexibility with minimal manipulation of the probe required. As a result, the plasma stream is more easily directed at target tissue.
The tip architecture prevents direct contact of the active electrode when the probe is activated in-contact with the target tissue, potentially reducing the risk of unintentional deep thermal insult.
The axial probe
The axial probe is the standard probe for most APC procedures – a true all-rounder, offering a focused, long beam ideal for versatile applications.
The sidefire probe
The sidefire probe is a specialized probe for the targeted treatment of lateral lesions.
FiAPC® plus comes from a partner who accompanies you throughout your APC journey
From invention to precision
APC TECHNOLOGY
Erbe pioneered the APC technology to be delivered via thin, flexible, catheter-based devices to be used in flexible endoscopy in GI two decades ago. With the introduction of the new FiAPC® plus probes, the culmination of experience and technological innovation have driven us to further optimize the success of our APC technology to enhance the precision and control over the APC applications.
WE ACCOMPANY YOU ALONG
YOUR APC JOURNEY
With decades of expertise in argon plasma coagulation, Erbe combines clinical experience, continuous innovation, and strong service support to help you apply APC with confidence. From on-site training to structured programs at the Erbe Academy, our experts are here to empower you with the knowledge and tools you need, so you can focus on achieving the best outcomes for your patients.