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Ekg amplifying electrode pickup

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In this paper, an amplifying electrode pickup for an electrocardiograph (EKG) device consisting broadly of an impedance converter integrated amplifier circuit potted in a metal shell is described.
Abstract
An amplifying electrode pickup for an electrocardiograph (EKG.) device consisting broadly of an impedance converter integrated amplifier circuit potted in a metal shell. The integrated circuit is biased by a nanoamp electrical current. The EKG. signal is sensed by a small sensor plate or disc positioned in a boot or cover and is electrically insulated from the shell. The circuit has a very high input impedance to minimize the effect of skin contact resistance changes, and a very low output impedance to minimize noise pickup by the signal line between the electrode and the EKG. electronics. Electronic circuitry in the potted metal shell also includes a diode voltage clamp and decoupling RC circuits. A multiconductor cable provides shielding, conducts power to the electrode, and transmits the signal from the electrode through an integral coaxial cable. Because of the low (nanoamp) biasing current, signal traces of numerous separate electrodes can be simultaneously recorded without exceeding the maximum permissible current through the human body as established by the American Heart Association.

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