Olympus BF‑P40 Flexible Fib...
Olympus BF‑P40 Flexible Fiberoptic Endoscope (For Parts / Repair) ~ 40569
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Olympus BF-Type P40 Flexible Fiberoptic Bronchoscope – For Parts / Repair / AS-IS
Item Overview
Pre-owned Olympus BF-Type P40 flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope in FOR PARTS / REPAIR / AS-IS condition. Connected to a compatible Olympus endoscopy system (not included) for limited evaluation. Mechanical articulation and focus adjustment remain responsive; however, optical testing revealed numerous broken image fibers, multiple fixed black spots, and peripheral image degradation.
Sale includes the bronchoscope only.
Device Information
Manufacturer: Olympus Medical Systems Corp. • Item: Flexible Fiberoptic Bronchoscope
Model: BF-Type P40 • Serial: 132043
Made In: Japan • CE: 0197 • Reusable: Yes • Non-Sterile
Condition Summary
Control Body
Good cosmetic condition • Moderate wear (scratches/scuffs) • No major dents or cracks • Control lever responsive • Eyepiece/focus mechanism functional
Universal Cord / Light Guide
~5 ft fiberoptic light guide • Flexible throughout • No cuts, tears, or exposed wiring • Strain reliefs intact • Light guide connector clean and intact
Insertion Tube
Good cosmetic condition • No cuts, tears, punctures, or significant abrasions • Graduation markings remain legible
Distal Bending Section
Bending rubber intact • No tears or separation • Distal articulation smooth
Functional Evaluation
Test Platform: Compatible Olympus endoscopy system (not included)
Mechanical
Control lever functions properly • Distal tip articulates smoothly • Controls responsive • No abnormal resistance observed
Optical
Image produced during testing • Eyepiece/focus adjustment functional • Numerous broken image fibers • Multiple fixed black spots • Peripheral fiber loss with scattered defects extending inward • Illumination remains present; however, overall image quality is significantly degraded
Representative optical test images are included in the listing.
Overall Assessment
The scope retains functional mechanical articulation and produces a viewable image; however, optical performance is significantly compromised by numerous broken image fibers and associated fixed black defects. The device is offered strictly for parts, repair, refurbishment, training, or research purposes and requires professional repair and validation before any clinical use.
Stock ID: 40569 (P.O. 2026) (WH 555)
