Powered surgical tool with a control module in a sealed housing the housing having active seals for protecting internal components from the effects of sterilization
A powered surgical tool (30) with a housing (32) that contains a power generating unit (34) such as a motor. A control module (40) is disposed in a shell that is mounted in the housing. The control module contains a plurality of polyimide energized active seals (79) for protecting internal components from the effects of sterilization. Also internal to the control module shell is a plurality of inner (77) and outer (76) stops, a plurality of O-rings, and a lid (60). Control module is sealed by inserting a fastener (55) through a lid opening and into a module shell post (57). O-rings (61,62) disposed between the lid and the shell also protect internal components from the effects of sterilization. Sensors (162, 168) secured to a mount internal the control module regulate the actuation of the power generating unit.
