Technology

Bacta Tank

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The bacta tank immerses a patient in healing fluid for the treatment of severe trauma, burns, and extensive tissue damage.
Bacta Tank
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General Information

ModelStandard Treatment Tank
CategoryEquipment
ClassificationMedical Equipment
StatusActive
Introduced20 BIA
ManufacturersBioTech Industries (BioTech) — Manufacturer
OperatorsImperial Army Medical Corps (IAMC) — Primary
Imperial Navy (IN)

Specifications

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Equipment Type
Full-body immersion treatment system
Dimensions
2.4 m high; 1.2 m diameter
Weight
480 kg empty
Power Source
Medical grid connection with emergency battery
Operating Duration
Continuous operation; bacta replaced between treatment cycles
Construction
Transparent bacta cylinder with sealed life-support and monitoring base
Systems and Contents
Circulation pump; temperature control; patient monitors; respirator; medical-droid interface
Primary Role
Critical-care immersion therapy and accelerated recovery

Description

A transparent treatment vessel surrounds the patient with temperature-controlled bacta while monitors track vital signs and regulate therapy. Breathing equipment and medical connections sustain the patient throughout immersion. Imperial hospitals, major garrisons, and capital ships maintain tanks for casualties requiring treatment beyond ordinary surgery and medication.
Origin: Mixed
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