OT Tables — Electric, Hydraulic & C-Arm Compatible Surgical Tables by Nipex India

What Is an OT Table? — Definition & Clinical Role

An OT table — also called an operating table, surgical table, or operation theatre table — is the central piece of equipment in every surgical suite. It supports the patient during the entire procedure while allowing surgeons to:

• ► Raise or lower the patient to the ergonomically correct height for each surgeon
• ► Tilt into the Trendelenburg position (head-down) or reverse Trendelenburg (head-up) at angles up to 30°
• ► Rotate laterally for access during complex abdominal or thoracic procedures
• ► Accommodate the C-arm machine through a radiolucent tabletop that allows X-rays to pass without obstruction

A well-engineered OT table directly reduces procedure time, surgical team fatigue, and patient risk. Poor-quality surgical tables that block fluoroscopy imaging or lose stability under load are a clinical hazard — especially in image-guided and high-load procedures.

Types of OT Tables — Complete Classification

By Mechanism — Manual, Hydraulic, Electric & Motorized OT Tables Compared

By Specialty — Orthopaedic, Gynaecology, Neurosurgery & More

Technical Specifications — Nipex India OT Tables (All Models — CE Mark + ISO 13485)

Note: Prices may vary based on model, features, and customization.

All models: 5-section radiolucent tabletop • stainless steel base • floor locking castor • antistatic mattress • battery backup (electric models) • CE Mark + ISO 13485 documentation provided

OT Table Price in India 2026 — Factory-Direct from Nipex India, New Delhi (₹ Guide)

The OT table price in India varies by mechanism, features, and load capacity. As a direct New Delhi manufacturer, Nipex India eliminates all dealer markups. You pay factory price:

Note: Prices may vary based on model, features, and customization.

How to Choose OT Table for Hospital — 5-Step Buying Guide

• ► Match table type to your surgeries. A orthopedic OT table needs traction boots and C-arm machine A gynecology OT table requires the lithotomy position crutches. General surgery needs a versatile multi-position surgical table.
• ► Assess power reliability. Frequent outages? Choose a hydraulic OT table or electro hydraulic OT table — both function without stable electricity.
• ► Check weight capacity. Standard OT tables hold 150–200 kg. For heavier patients, invest in a bariatric OT table rated to 400 kg from the start.
• ► Evaluate imaging needs. If surgeons use C-arm fluoroscopy intraoperatively, you must have a radiolucent tabletop with offset cantilever base — not all 'C-arm compatible OT table' models provide full rotation.
• ► Calculate total cost of ownership. The hydraulic OT table price in India may look cheaper upfront but factor in hydraulic fluid replacement, spare parts, and warranty terms over a 10-year lifecycle.

OT Table Maintenance Protocol — Standard Schedule for Indian Hospitals

After Every Procedure

• ► Wipe radiolucent tabletop and antistatic mattress with hospital-grade disinfectant (70% isopropyl alcohol or equivalent)
• ► Inspect floor locking castor — confirm engage/release functions correctly
• ► Test remote control on electric OT table and motorized OT table models — verify all positions respond

Monthly Maintenance

• ► Check hydraulic fluid levels on all hydraulic OT table and electro hydraulic OT table models
• ► Lubricate all moving column joints and mechanisms with medical-grade lubricant
• ► Test full range of motion: Trendelenburg, reverse Trendelenburg, lateral tilt, height adjustment

Annual Service

• ► Full hydraulic fluid replacement — every 12 months or 500 procedures, whichever comes first
• ► Electrical safety testing and insulation resistance check on electric OT table models
• ► Antistatic mattress assessment — inspect for tears, moisture ingress, foam compression

Why Hospitals Choose Nipex India — OT Table Manufacturer in Delhi with Pan-India Reach

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Difference between hydraulic and electric OT table — which is better?

A: Hydraulic OT table uses a foot-pedal pump and hydraulic fluid to raise/lower the table — works without electricity, ideal for areas with power cuts. Electric OT table uses electric motors with a handheld remote — faster and more precise, preferred in busy high-volume hospitals. Our electro hydraulic OT table combines both — electric remote with hydraulic power backup — the most reliable configuration for Indian hospital conditions.

Q2: What makes a C-arm compatible OT table different from a regular surgical table?

A: A C-arm compatible OT table has two critical features: a radiolucent tabletop (carbon fiber or special polymer that lets X-rays pass through clearly) and an offset cantilever base so the C-arm machine can rotate 360° without its base hitting the table legs. All Nipex India radiolucent OT table models are verified for full C-arm fluoroscopy clearance.

Q3: What is the OT table price in India — complete cost breakdown?

A: The OT table price in India from Nipex India ranges from ₹25,000 (manual) to ₹5,00,000 (bariatric). The most popular model, the hydraulic OT table, starts at ₹55,000. An electric OT table starts at ₹2,20,000. A C-arm compatible OT table begins at ₹80,000. All are factory-direct prices — no dealer markup.

Q4: What is the Trendelenburg position and which OT tables support it?

A: The Trendelenburg position tilts the patient head-down at 15°–30° — used in pelvic, lower abdominal, and vascular surgery. The reverse Trendelenburg tilts the head upward — used in head, neck, and upper abdominal procedures. All Nipex India OT tables support both positions.

Q5: What is the weight capacity of a standard operating table?

A: Standard operating tables safely support 150–200 kg. Electric and motorized OT table models handle 250 kg. Orthopedic models reach 300 kg. Nipex India's bariatric OT table supports up to 400 kg — with reinforced stainless steel base and extra-wide surface.

Q6: Is Nipex India certified — are your OT tables CE Marked and ISO 13485 compliant?

A: Yes. Every OT table from Nipex India carries CE marking and is manufactured under ISO 13485:2016 — the international standard for medical device manufacturers. Certification documentation is provided for NABH/JCI accreditation records.

Q7: What is the correct OT table maintenance schedule?

A: After every procedure: clean radiolucent tabletop and antistatic mattress. Monthly: check hydraulic fluid, lubricate joints, test full range of motion. Annually: complete hydraulic fluid replacement (12 months or 500 procedures), electrical safety testing on electric OT table models, and mattress inspection.

Q8: What is the best OT table for orthopedic surgery?

A: For orthopedic surgery, your OT table must have: a radiolucent tabletop for intraoperative C-arm fluoroscopy, offset base for 360° C-arm rotation, traction boots and hanging attachment compatibility, and minimum weight capacity of 300 kg. Nipex India's orthopedic OT table models satisfy all four requirements.