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STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra vs BTL-6000 FSWT
Both the STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra and the BTL-6000 FSWT concentrate their energy at a focal point inside tissue, so they are built for the same clinical job and compare fairly. The STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra uses electromagnetic wave generation; the BTL-6000 FSWT uses electroacoustic. Neither publishes a purchase price, so both need a written quote. FDA records located: for the STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra, PMA P080028 (Chronic proximal plantar fasciitis in adults, after six or more months of failed conservative care) and 510(k) K202112 (Diabetic foot ulcers); for the BTL-6000 FSWT, no record located.
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 | FocusedSTORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra | FocusedBTL-6000 FSWT |
|---|---|---|
Technology | ||
| Category | Focused systems | Focused systems |
| Wave generation | Electromagneticcylindrical coil in the SEPIA handpiece | Electroacoustic |
| Energy fieldWhere the peak energy lands | Peaks at a focal point | Peaks at a focal point |
| Technology as published | Focused electromagnetic (SEPIA) | Focused electroacoustic |
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 | 0.01–0.55 mJ/mm²with the standard SEPIA handpiece | Up to 0.65 mJ/mm² |
| Energy per pulsemJ | Not published | 0.1–8.3 mJfrom 5 to 100 % intensity, per BTL's user manual |
| Energy adjustment | Not published | Intensity 5–100 % |
| FrequencyHz | Not published | 1–25 Hzfull intensity only up to 10 Hz |
Depth and treatment fieldFocal depth, penetration and focus volume measure three different things. Compare like with like. | ||
| Focal depth | 0–65 mmset with the stand-offs supplied | 15–45 mmfocal point, set with the coupling pads |
| Maximum penetration | Up to 125 mm | Up to 65 mm |
| Focus volumeA volume, not a depth | Not published | 5 × 5 × 35 mmfocal zone |
Applicators and handpiece | ||
| Applicators and transmitters | SEPIA focused handpiece with stand-offsoptional C-ACTOR handpiece reaches 0.03–1.24 mJ/mm² | One applicator with 3 coupling padsthe pads set the treatment depth |
| Handpiece life | Not published | Up to 3 million shocksguaranteed |
| Applicator weight | Not published | Up to 880 gwithout cable or coupling pad |
| Preset protocols | Not published | 27plus user-defined protocols |
Size and setup | ||
| Unit weight | Not published | 30 kg (≈ 66.1 lb)without the trolley |
| Dimensions | Not published | 580 × 980 × 550 mm |
| Configuration | Tabletop T-TOP consoleoptional 10-inch touch screen; upgradeable to the DUOLITH SD1 TOWER »ultra« | Upright unit on castorstouchscreen on the applicator |
| Other published details | Frequency and energy set on the handpiececoil designed for simple replacement | 8.4-inch colour touchscreensequence and single-therapy modes |
Price and buying | ||
| Purchase price | Not publicly listed | Not publicly listed |
| Monthly lease | Not publicly listed | Not publicly listed |
| Sales and service | STORZ MEDICAL America, Kennesaw, Georgiaexclusive North American distributor | Global training and support network |
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 | PMA P080028 · 510(k) K202112 | None located |
| Indication as worded in the record | PMA P080028: Chronic proximal plantar fasciitis in adults, after six or more months of failed conservative care; 510(k) K202112: Diabetic foot ulcers | No record to quote |
Our notes | ||
| Where it stands out | The strongest FDA paper trail in the reviewed set. | Global training and support network. |
| What to check | Those records are configuration-specific and indication-specific. They are not a blanket clearance for the DUOLITH line. | No US-specific 510(k) was found on the pages reviewed. |
6 further fields have no published figure for either machine.
STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra vs BTL-6000 FSWT: common questions
What is the difference between the STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra and the BTL-6000 FSWT?
Both the STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra and the BTL-6000 FSWT concentrate their energy at a focal point inside tissue, so they are built for the same clinical job and compare fairly. The STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra uses electromagnetic wave generation; the BTL-6000 FSWT uses electroacoustic. The STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra is described as “Focused electromagnetic (SEPIA)”, the BTL-6000 FSWT as “Focused electroacoustic”.
Which is cheaper, the STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra or the BTL-6000 FSWT?
Neither publishes a purchase price, so both need a written quote. Prices change and estimates are not quotes, so confirm both in writing.
Are the STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra and the BTL-6000 FSWT FDA cleared?
FDA records located: for the STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra, PMA P080028 (Chronic proximal plantar fasciitis in adults, after six or more months of failed conservative care) and 510(k) K202112 (Diabetic foot ulcers); for the BTL-6000 FSWT, no record located. 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 STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra and the BTL-6000 FSWT?
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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