- Purchase
- $18,775.52
- Lease
- $427 per month
- Price
- Not publicly listed
- Lease
- Financing offered, terms not published
Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 vs EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial
Both the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 and the EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial put their peak energy at the applicator surface, so they are built for the same clinical job and compare fairly. Both use pneumatic wave generation. Only the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 has a published purchase figure ($18,775.52 estimate); the EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial's price is not published. FDA records located: for the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2, an establishment listing only, which is not a clearance; for the EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial, 510(k) K220538 (Class I. Minor aches and pains, temporary increase in circulation, connective tissue activation).
Specs and prices are estimates based on publicly available data as of September 2026. Confirm details with the manufacturer or seller before you buy.
Side by side
| Specification | RadialChattanooga Intelect RPW2 | RadialEMS Swiss DolorClast Radial |
|---|---|---|
Technology | ||
| Category | Radial pressure wave | Radial pressure wave |
| Wave generation | Pneumatic | Pneumaticballistic |
| Energy fieldWhere the peak energy lands | Peaks at the applicator surface | Peaks at the applicator surface |
| Technology as published | Radial pressure wave, pneumatic | Pneumatic ballistic radial |
Energy outputPressure in bar, energy flux density in mJ/mm² and energy per pulse in mJ are different quantities. A figure in one row never stands in for another. | ||
| Energy flux densitymJ/mm² | Not published | 0.29 mJ/mm²at 4 bar |
| Energy per pulsemJ | Not published | 5.9 mJat 4 bar, per the 510(k) summary |
| Pressurebar | 0.3–5 barin 0.1 bar steps | 1–4 bar |
| Energy adjustment | Extended pressure range | Not published |
| FrequencyHz | 1–21 HzFalcon handpiece | 1–25 Hz |
Depth and treatment fieldFocal depth, penetration and focus volume measure three different things. Compare like with like. | ||
| Maximum penetration | 0–50 mmwith the standard D20-S transmitter; 0–60 mm with the optional DI15 and D35-S | 40 mm |
Applicators and handpiece | ||
| Applicators and transmitters | D20-S and Ro40 D-Actor transmitters, V-ACTOR HFthe V-ACTOR HF vibration handpiece (1–50 Hz) is optional; 21 transmitters are available | 7 applicators5 to 40 mm in diameter |
| Handpiece life | Not published | 5,000,000 pulsesor two years, per the 510(k) summary |
| Applicator weight | Not published | 0.85 kghandpiece |
| Preset protocols | Built-in librarycount not stated | 5 smart protocolsplus 3 modes of action |
Size and setup | ||
| Unit weight | 66.14 lb (≈ 30 kg) | 14.5 kg (≈ 32 lb)console; the optional cart adds 18 kg |
| Dimensions | 16.15 × 16.54 × 43.31 inW × H × D as published | 179 × 340 × 452 mmconsole |
| Configuration | Slim clinic unit on a built-in rolling cart | Portable console with two built-in compressorsno external air supply; optional cart |
| Other published details | 7-inch touchscreensingle-pulse or continuous modes; Comfort Mode ramps energy up gradually | RFID usage tracking and a quick-release pistonmade in Switzerland |
Price and buying | ||
| Purchase price | $18,775.52estimate | Not publicly listed |
| Monthly lease | $427 per monthestimate | Financing offered, terms not published |
| Priced accessories | Sparrow / Falcon handpiece revision kit, $1,200; 9 Transmitter Set in carrying case, $7,400 | Not published |
| Sales and service | Purchase or lease through Shockwave Source | EMS direct, with US distribution partnersUS entity Electro Medical Systems LLC, Southlake, Texas |
Regulatory recordRecord types and numbers exactly as located. A record covers one configuration and one indication, and never transfers to another product. | ||
| FDA record located | Establishment listing onlynot a model-specific clearance | 510(k) K220538 |
| Indication as worded in the record | Listing only. Not a model-specific clearance and carries no indication. | Class I. Minor aches and pains, temporary increase in circulation, connective tissue activation |
Our notes | ||
| Where it stands out | Compact chassis with published purchase and lease pricing. | A clean Class I 510(k) is on file. |
| What to check | The FDA record found is a DJO establishment listing, not a device-specific clearance. | The labelling is conservative and does not cover broader clinical claims. |
6 further fields have no published figure for either machine.
Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 vs EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial: common questions
What is the difference between the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 and the EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial?
Both the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 and the EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial put their peak energy at the applicator surface, so they are built for the same clinical job and compare fairly. Both use pneumatic wave generation. The Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 is described as “Radial pressure wave, pneumatic”, the EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial as “Pneumatic ballistic radial”.
Which is cheaper, the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 or the EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial?
Only the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 has a published purchase figure ($18,775.52 estimate); the EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial's price is not published. Monthly figures: Chattanooga Intelect RPW2, $427 per month; EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial, financing offered, terms not published. Prices change and estimates are not quotes, so confirm both in writing.
Are the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 and the EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial FDA cleared?
FDA records located: for the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2, an establishment listing only, which is not a clearance; for the EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial, 510(k) K220538 (Class I. Minor aches and pains, temporary increase in circulation, connective tissue activation). A record covers one configuration and one indication, and never transfers to another model, so check it against the exact configuration you are quoted.
How do I choose between the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 and the EMS Swiss DolorClast Radial?
Start with the clinical job, then ask both vendors for the same five things in writing: the exact model, revision, and which accessories are included at that price; contract term, APR, total payments, and the buyout option at the end; handpiece and consumable life, and what a replacement costs; warranty coverage and US service turnaround time; the exact FDA clearance number and the current labelling for the configuration being quoted.
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