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The da Vinci Si is a legacy third-generation robotic surgical system built for multiport minimally invasive surgery, enhanced 3D HD vision, optional dual-console training, and wristed instrumentation.

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Payload
Not rated as a general load-handling robot; instruments are designed for tissue manipulation
Max Speed
Not publicly specified
Runtime
Mains powered
Navigation
Console teleoperation; optional dual console
Environment
Hospital operating rooms
Best For
Legacy multiport robotic surgery

OVERVIEW

The da Vinci Si is Intuitive’s third-generation robotic surgical system, introduced in 2009 to enhance visualisation, surgeon ergonomics, training, and operating-room integration.

It combines a surgeon console, patient-side cart, enhanced 3D HD vision, EndoWrist instruments, motion scaling and filtering, and an optional dual-console configuration.

The Si supported broad hospital robotic-surgery adoption but has been superseded by current da Vinci X, Xi, SP, and 5 platforms.

As a legacy platform, the da Vinci Si remains most relevant for existing programmes, training, or used-system evaluation where console configuration, instruments, software, service history, and ongoing support can be confirmed.

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Pick and place / sorting
Welding / fabrication
Manufacturing automation
Human interaction / service
Home / personal use

KEY FEATURES

Third-generation system

Introduced in 2009 as an evolution of the da Vinci S platform.

Enhanced 3D HD vision

Improved visual clarity and magnified stereoscopic viewing for the surgeon.

Optional dual console

Can support a second surgeon console for assistance and training.

EndoWrist instruments

Provides articulated instrument movement under surgeon control.

OR integration

Designed with an updated interface and improved integration capabilities.

Legacy status

Superseded by fourth- and fifth-generation da Vinci systems.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Robot type

Robotic-assisted surgical system

Main purpose

Legacy multiport robotic surgery

Operating environment

Hospital operating rooms

Deployment

Multi-cart OR deployment

Payload / load capacity

Not rated as a general load-handling robot; instruments are designed for tissue manipulation

Reach

Procedure- and port-placement-dependent; no industrial reach rating

Mobility

Manually positioned operating-room carts; fixed during the procedure

Manipulation

Wristed EndoWrist instruments

Max speed

Not publicly specified

Runtime

Mains powered

Power source

Hospital mains electricity

Navigation / control

Console teleoperation; optional dual console

Sensors

3D HD vision; optional Firefly

Dimensions

Not publicly specified

Weight

Not publicly specified

SUPPLIER

Within 1-2 days
Sunnyvale, California, United States
United States, Western Europe and Asia Pacific directly; additional regions via distributors
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the da Vinci Si cost? +

The da Vinci Si price does not have one reliable current new-system price because it is an earlier generation and current offers are likely to be used, refurbished, or remaining inventory. The final cost can change according to country, configuration, installation, freight, taxes, regulatory requirements, warranty, service coverage, training, accessories, software, and the work required to make the system operational. A headline price rarely represents the complete deployed cost.

Buyers should ask whether the proposal includes the surgeon console, patient cart, vision cart, optional second console where fitted, endoscope, compatible instruments and accessories, software, cables, manuals, installation, and service documentation, and whether commissioning, operator training, maintenance, spare parts, validation, and ongoing technical support are included or quoted separately. This is especially important for hospitals, health systems, surgical programme leaders, procurement teams, biomedical engineers, authorised service organisations, and trained clinical teams, where an incomplete package can create delays, compliance problems, or a system that cannot perform the intended workflow. The safer comparison is the total supported project rather than the base machine alone.

You can request a da Vinci Si quote through Anton Robots to compare the available configuration, delivery assumptions, support position, and alternatives before purchasing.

Where can I buy the da Vinci Si? +

You can buy, source, or request commercial guidance for the da Vinci Si through Anton Robots. The correct route depends on its market status: the da Vinci Si is a third-generation legacy system launched in 2009 and is not listed in Intuitive’s current public system portfolio. Anton Robots helps buyers identify the appropriate manufacturer, authorised channel, specialist supplier, integrator, franchise route, refurbishment source, or current alternative, then compare what is actually included. The da Vinci Si may also be available through authorised medical-equipment channels, hospitals retiring Si systems, specialist refurbishers, and secondary-market medical-device sellers, but two offers carrying the same product name may cover very different hardware, software, service, training, installation, and warranty terms.

Before buying, confirm the exact model or generation, serial or revision where relevant, included components, regional approvals, delivery timing, service responsibility, and whether the system is suitable for the intended use. For hospitals, health systems, surgical programme leaders, procurement teams, biomedical engineers, authorised service organisations, and trained clinical teams, total package quality and long-term support are normally more important than the lowest advertised amount.

Start with a request through Anton Robots so the buying route and complete package can be checked.

Where can I find a da Vinci Si for sale? +

You can look for a da Vinci Si for sale through authorised medical-equipment channels, hospitals retiring Si systems, specialist refurbishers, and secondary-market medical-device sellers and specialist marketplaces such as Anton Robots. Availability must be interpreted carefully because the da Vinci Si is a third-generation legacy system launched in 2009 and is not listed in Intuitive’s current public system portfolio. A listing may describe a new system, remaining inventory, a demonstration unit, a used or refurbished unit, a project deployment, or only one component of a larger installation.

Before treating a listing as comparable, verify the exact configuration, operating condition, included software and tools, documentation, service history, warranty, regulatory status, and whether installation or commissioning is required. For professional buyers, the key question is not simply whether a da Vinci Si appears online, but whether it can be delivered, supported, and used legally and safely for the intended workflow. Missing controllers, licences, instruments, attachments, calibration tools, or service coverage can materially change value.

If you find a da Vinci Si for sale, contact Anton Robots to review the offer and compare it with current alternatives before committing.

Can I get a quote for the da Vinci Si? +

Yes. You can get a quote for the da Vinci Si through Anton Robots. A useful quotation should describe the complete Si configuration, one or two consoles, patient and vision carts, software, instruments, inspection, deinstallation, transport, installation, training, service, and regulatory review, not merely name the base product. It should also identify what is excluded, the expected delivery or project schedule, site responsibilities, warranty terms, service response, training, consumables or accessories, and any regional compliance conditions.

This matters because the final cost of a professional robot or automated system often depends more on the complete application than on the machine itself. A lower proposal may exclude critical equipment, while a higher proposal may include integration, commissioning, support, and a configuration that is ready for the intended task. Buyers should provide the country, facility, workflow, expected volume, environment, users, and required outcomes so the supplier can size the project correctly.

Anton Robots can help compare the da Vinci Si with other relevant robots and request an itemised proposal based on the real use case.

What is included when you buy a da Vinci Si? +

What is included with the da Vinci Si depends on the seller, generation, country, and project configuration. A typical proposal may include the surgeon console, patient cart, vision cart, optional second console where fitted, endoscope, compatible instruments and accessories, software, cables, manuals, installation, and service documentation, but buyers should never assume that every offer contains the same components. Ask for a written packing list, software list, service scope, and responsibilities matrix before ordering. Important items may be optional, supplied by an integrator, or tied to a service agreement.

Confirm whether freight, installation, site preparation, commissioning, training, validation, warranty, maintenance, spare parts, and technical support are included. For a used or legacy system, confirm serial numbers, operating condition, remaining serviceability, compatible accessories, and whether licences or software can legally transfer. For a current regulated or industrial platform, confirm the authorised purchasing route and local documentation. Two offers can use the same product name while representing very different operational packages.

You can request an itemised da Vinci Si package through Anton Robots and compare the total delivered system rather than the headline machine.

What procedures was the da Vinci Si designed to support? +

The da Vinci Si was designed to assist trained surgeons across a range of minimally invasive procedures, using 3D HD vision, wristed instruments, and surgeon-controlled robotic arms. Historical indications and use covered multiple specialties, but the legally permitted procedure set depends on the system configuration, software, instruments, country, and applicable instructions for use. A hospital considering a used Si must verify that the exact unit and accessories remain approved and supported for the intended procedure.

Do not infer current indications from an old brochure or from another da Vinci generation. The clinical programme should also assess whether the Si’s workflow, imaging, instruments, and service position meet current standards. A current X, Xi, SP, or da Vinci 5 may be more appropriate where the goal is programme expansion and long-term support.

Buyers should document the intended workflow, confirm the exact configuration in writing, and compare the complete delivered and supported package rather than relying on a product name or headline price. Anton Robots can help organise those questions before a procurement decision is made for the da Vinci Si.

Does the da Vinci Si perform surgery autonomously? +

No. The da Vinci Si does not perform surgery autonomously. Da Vinci systems are surgeon-controlled robotic-assisted platforms: the surgeon sits at a console and controls the camera and instruments, while the bedside team manages the patient cart, instruments, patient, and operating-room workflow. The system can scale and filter hand movements and provide advanced visualisation and wristed instruments, but clinical judgement, dissection, suturing, energy use, and emergency decisions remain with trained clinicians.

Hospitals must not describe the system as an autonomous surgeon. Safe use depends on procedure selection, training, credentialing, team communication, equipment checks, patient positioning, and the ability to convert or respond to complications. Software features and automated checks can support workflow without replacing the surgeon.

Buyers should ensure marketing, patient information, and staff training use accurate language. Anton Robots positions da Vinci Si as a surgical robot platform for hospital programmes, not as a self-operating medical device. Buyers should document the intended workflow, confirm the exact configuration in writing, and compare the complete delivered and supported package rather than relying on a product name or headline price. Anton Robots can help organise those questions before a procurement decision is made for the da Vinci Si.

What instruments, vision, and dual-console features does the da Vinci Si have? +

The da Vinci Si combines enhanced 3D HD visualisation, compatible EndoWrist instruments, a surgeon console, patient cart, and vision equipment. Some systems were configured with an optional second surgeon console to support training or collaborative control.

The exact endoscope, instruments, energy devices, fluorescence imaging, accessories, software, and console configuration vary by unit and upgrade history. A secondary-market listing may omit the second console, vision components, instruments, licences, or service records. Hospitals should request a complete inventory, serial numbers, software version, instrument compatibility statement, and proof that all components can be installed and supported in the destination market. Current da Vinci instruments are not automatically compatible with Si.

Buyers should document the intended workflow, confirm the exact configuration in writing, and compare the complete delivered and supported package rather than relying on a product name or headline price. Anton Robots can help organise those questions before a procurement decision is made for the da Vinci Si.

What training is required to use the da Vinci Si? +

Hospitals need a structured da Vinci Si training and credentialing programme. Surgeons generally require system education, simulation or skills work, procedure-specific training, supervised cases or proctoring as required by the institution, and formal credentialing through hospital governance. Bedside assistants, nurses, sterile-processing staff, biomedical engineers, anaesthesia teams, and OR coordinators also need role-specific training. The programme should cover setup, docking, instrument changes, troubleshooting, emergency undocking, patient positioning, sterile workflow, device checks, and conversion plans.

Training requirements vary by country, specialty, hospital policy, and intended procedure. Buying a system without a realistic training and utilisation plan can produce low adoption and poor return. Procurement should include training capacity, onboarding schedule, case-volume ramp, ongoing competency, and support for new staff. Ask the authorised supplier to describe what is included and what the hospital must provide. Anton Robots can help compare training and support packages during the commercial evaluation.

Buyers should document the intended workflow, confirm the exact configuration in writing, and compare the complete delivered and supported package rather than relying on a product name or headline price. Anton Robots can help organise those questions before a procurement decision is made for the da Vinci Si.

Is the da Vinci Si worth buying for a hospital? +

A da Vinci Si can still have value for a hospital maintaining an established Si programme, replacing a compatible system, supporting controlled training, or acquiring a thoroughly refurbished unit with authorised service and instrument supply. It is usually a weaker choice for a new long-term programme because it is a third-generation legacy platform and Intuitive’s current systems offer a more current technology and support path.

The business case should include service, instruments, software, facility work, training, downtime, and expected remaining life. A low used purchase price is not attractive if cases cannot be scheduled reliably or if key components are no longer supported.

Buyers should document the intended workflow, confirm the exact configuration in writing, and compare the complete delivered and supported package rather than relying on a product name or headline price. Anton Robots can help organise those questions before a procurement decision is made for the da Vinci Si. The final selection should be based on verified availability, application fit, lifecycle support, local compliance, and the responsibilities of the manufacturer, supplier, integrator, and buyer for the da Vinci Si.

Should I buy a da Vinci Si, Xi, X, SP, or da Vinci 5? +

The choice depends on procedure mix, budget, regional approvals, training, service, and programme strategy. The da Vinci Si is a legacy third-generation multiport system. Da Vinci X is positioned as a value-oriented current entry point; Xi is a versatile current multiport benchmark; SP is designed for single-port access; and da Vinci 5 is Intuitive’s newest integrated multiport platform with Force Feedback and major computing and ergonomic advances.

A hospital with an established Si programme may value compatibility and familiarity, but a new programme should normally compare current systems first. Review indications, instruments, vision, workflow, data, support, and total lifecycle cost with the authorised supplier.

Buyers should document the intended workflow, confirm the exact configuration in writing, and compare the complete delivered and supported package rather than relying on a product name or headline price. Anton Robots can help organise those questions before a procurement decision is made for the da Vinci Si. The final selection should be based on verified availability, application fit, lifecycle support, local compliance, and the responsibilities of the manufacturer, supplier, integrator, and buyer for the da Vinci Si.

What service and maintenance does the da Vinci Si require? +

A da Vinci Si requires authorised service and preventive maintenance. The service plan should cover planned inspections, calibration, software, remote or on-site technical support, corrective repairs, replacement components, uptime expectations, cyber-security updates, and escalation during clinical use. Hospitals should identify who owns service responsibility, whether coverage is available 24/7, response times, exclusions, travel charges, and the treatment of endoscopes, instruments, accessories, and third-party equipment.

Biomedical engineering should understand which checks hospital staff may perform and which require Intuitive or an authorised provider. Legacy platforms need special scrutiny because parts, software, or instrument availability may be limited. Current platforms still require long-term budgeting beyond the capital purchase. A cheaper system with weak service can create cancelled cases and clinical risk. Ask for the care-plan scope and total lifecycle cost before buying, and include service coverage in any Anton Robots comparison.

Buyers should document the intended workflow, confirm the exact configuration in writing, and compare the complete delivered and supported package rather than relying on a product name or headline price. Anton Robots can help organise those questions before a procurement decision is made for the da Vinci Si.

What operating-room infrastructure does the da Vinci Si need? +

A da Vinci Si operating room needs coordinated infrastructure and workflow design. Requirements may include room dimensions and clearances, patient-cart movement, surgeon-console position, vision equipment, electrical outlets, network and cyber-security approval, sterile processing, instrument storage, energy devices, insufflation or other procedure equipment, anaesthesia access, imaging, patient positioning, and emergency movement paths. The exact layout depends on specialty and procedure. Facilities teams should assess doorways, lifts, floor loading, storage, cleaning, and transport between rooms.

IT should review connectivity and data flows. Infection-prevention staff should validate cleaning and sterilisation. Clinical teams should simulate setup, docking, instrument exchange, turnover, and emergency undocking before launch. A system can fit physically but still disrupt workflow if carts, staff, and other equipment cannot move safely. The authorised supplier should provide site-planning documentation for the exact model and market.

Buyers should document the intended workflow, confirm the exact configuration in writing, and compare the complete delivered and supported package rather than relying on a product name or headline price. Anton Robots can help organise those questions before a procurement decision is made for the da Vinci Si.

What safety and regulatory requirements apply to the da Vinci Si? +

The da Vinci Si must be used only by trained professionals and within approved indications. Robotic-assisted surgery still carries the risks of surgery, anaesthesia, device use, tissue injury, bleeding, infection, conversion, and other procedure-specific complications. Safety depends on patient selection, surgeon experience, team training, equipment checks, sterile processing, instrument life tracking, emergency procedures, and compliance with the instructions for use.

Hospitals must verify the model’s regulatory status, cleared or approved indications, warnings, instruments, accessories, and software in their country. A clearance in one market does not automatically apply elsewhere. The robot does not make clinical decisions or operate independently. Procurement should involve clinical governance, regulatory, legal, biomedical, infection-control, and IT-security review. Anton Robots can provide marketplace and comparison information, but it does not replace the manufacturer, regulator, hospital credentialing, or medical advice.

Buyers should document the intended workflow, confirm the exact configuration in writing, and compare the complete delivered and supported package rather than relying on a product name or headline price. Anton Robots can help organise those questions before a procurement decision is made for the da Vinci Si.

Is the da Vinci Si still available and supported? +

The da Vinci Si is an earlier-generation da Vinci platform. Intuitive’s current public system portfolio focuses on da Vinci 5, Xi, SP, and X, while its company history identifies da Vinci Si as part of a previous generation. A legacy system may still exist in hospitals, training facilities, dealers, or refurbishment channels, but that does not establish current manufacturer sale, transferable software, authorised service, instrument supply, or regulatory acceptability in a new location.

Before considering a used unit, obtain the serial number, manufacturing date, configuration, service records, software version, instrument compatibility, usage history, decontamination documentation, and written confirmation of support. Importing or reinstalling a surgical system may involve medical-device, electrical, facility, cybersecurity, and clinical governance requirements. Anton Robots can help locate information or alternatives, but purchase should proceed only through authorised medical procurement and qualified regulatory review.

Buyers should document the intended workflow, confirm the exact configuration in writing, and compare the complete delivered and supported package rather than relying on a product name or headline price. Anton Robots can help organise those questions before a procurement decision is made for the da Vinci Si.

What should I check before buying a used da Vinci Si? +

Before buying a used da Vinci Si, hospitals should complete technical, regulatory, clinical, and commercial due diligence. Confirm ownership, serial numbers, configuration, system hours, service history, error logs, software and licences, console and cart condition, compatible instruments, endoscopes, energy equipment, sterilisation workflow, and whether components have been modified. Request a qualified inspection and proof that installation, calibration, preventive maintenance, and ongoing repair can be provided in the destination country.

Check whether instruments and accessories remain legally available and whether the system can connect securely to hospital networks. Clinical leaders should assess procedure demand, surgeon training, credentialing, OR workflow, and whether a current platform offers better support or capability. A low purchase price can be outweighed by unsupported parts, facility work, or inability to use the system. Use Anton Robots to compare the legacy unit with current surgery robots, but rely on authorised medical-device specialists for final approval.

Buyers should document the intended workflow, confirm the exact configuration in writing, and compare the complete delivered and supported package rather than relying on a product name or headline price. Anton Robots can help organise those questions before a procurement decision is made for the da Vinci Si.

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