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STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra vs EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused
Both the STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra and the EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused 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 EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused uses piezoelectric. 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 EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused, 510(k) K243279 (Diabetic foot ulcers).
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 | FocusedEMS Swiss DolorClast Focused |
|---|---|---|
Technology | ||
| Category | Focused systems | Focused systems |
| Wave generation | Electromagneticcylindrical coil in the SEPIA handpiece | Piezoelectric |
| Energy fieldWhere the peak energy lands | Peaks at a focal point | Peaks at a focal point |
| Technology as published | Focused electromagnetic (SEPIA) | Focused piezoelectric |
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 | Withheld: EMS's own figures conflictThe product brochure lists 0.008–0.403 mJ/mm², while EMS's therapy brochure gives 0.55 mJ/mm² at the focus point. Neither explains the measurement basis. |
| Energy adjustment | Not published | Intensity 0.1–20 |
| FrequencyHz | Not published | 1–8 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 | 4 cmmidpoint focus; the gel pads shift it |
| Maximum penetration | Up to 125 mm | Up to 6.5 cmat 5 MPa |
Applicators and handpiece | ||
| Applicators and transmitters | SEPIA focused handpiece with stand-offsoptional C-ACTOR handpiece reaches 0.03–1.24 mJ/mm² | 3 gel padsto adjust the depth of the focus point |
| Handpiece life | Not published | Over 5 million impulses |
| Applicator weight | Not published | 1.4 kg |
Size and setup | ||
| Unit weight | Not published | 15 kg (≈ 33.1 lb)console; the optional cart adds 18 kg |
| Dimensions | Not published | 180 × 340 × 450 mmconsole |
| Configuration | Tabletop T-TOP consoleoptional 10-inch touch screen; upgradeable to the DUOLITH SD1 TOWER »ultra« | Transportable consoleoptional cart |
| Other published details | Frequency and energy set on the handpiececoil designed for simple replacement | Touch-screen console; on/off and intensity buttons on the handpiecepreset protocols, plus analgesic and ramp-up 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 | Not published |
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 | 510(k) K243279 |
| 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 | Diabetic foot ulcers |
| Decision date | Not stated | August 2025 |
Our notes | ||
| Where it stands out | The strongest FDA paper trail in the reviewed set. | A recent August 2025 FDA decision is on file. |
| What to check | Those records are configuration-specific and indication-specific. They are not a blanket clearance for the DUOLITH line. | Confirm the current labelling before quoting broader indications than the record carries. |
8 further fields have no published figure for either machine.
STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra vs EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused: common questions
What is the difference between the STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra and the EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused?
Both the STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra and the EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused 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 EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused uses piezoelectric. The STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra is described as “Focused electromagnetic (SEPIA)”, the EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused as “Focused piezoelectric”.
Which is cheaper, the STORZ DUOLITH SD1 T-TOP ultra or the EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused?
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 EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused 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 EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused, 510(k) K243279 (Diabetic foot ulcers). 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 EMS Swiss DolorClast Focused?
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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