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Siemens Lumina vs. Skyra 3 Tesla MRI: Detailed Comparison of Two Advanced Imaging Systems

Compare Siemens Lumina and Skyra MRI systems in terms of specs, clinical application, gradient power, and upgrade potential. Which fits your facility?

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22. May 2025
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Siemens Lumina vs. Skyra 3 Tesla MRI: Detailed Comparison of Two Advanced Imaging Systems

Siemens Skyra

Siemens Skyra MRI

The Siemens MAGNETOM Skyra is a 3 Tesla (3T) MRI scanner with a 70 cm open bore design and a magnet length of 163 cm. It utilizes Tim 4G coil technology with up to 204 coil elements and 128 independent RF channels. The system weight is 7.3 tons, and the minimum room size required is 31 m². 

Here's a more detailed breakdown of the specifications:

Magnet System:

  • Field Strength: 3 Tesla (3T)
  • Bore Size: 70 cm Open Bore Design
  • Magnet Length: 163 cm
  • Magnet Weight: 7.3 tons (in operation)
  • Gradient Strength: XQ Gradients (45 mT/m @ 200 T/m/s) 

Coil Technology:

  • Coils: Offers a high density of coil elements (Tim 4G)
  • Maximum Coil Elements: 204
  • Independent RF Channels: Up to 128 

Other Specifications:

  • System Length: 173 cm 
  • Minimum Room Size: 31 m² / 334 sq. ft. 
  • Power Requirements: 400V, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz 
  • Patient Weight Capacity: 550 lbs 
  • Patient Table: TIM Dock Table (550 lb maximum weight limit) 
  • Helium Consumption: Zero Helium boil-off technology 
  • Imaging Capabilities:
    • Brain imaging (e.g., GOBrain) 
    • Neuroimaging 
    • Musculoskeletal imaging 
    • Breast imaging 
    • Cardiac imaging 
    • Free-breathing examinations for patients with limited breath hold capacity 
    • Simultaneous Multi-Slice (SMS) imaging 
  • Advanced Features:
    • Quiet Suite for noise reduction 
    • FREEZEit technology for motion artifact reduction 
    • Dot (Day Optimizing Throughput) for personalized scanning 
    • TIM (Total Imaging Matrix) for high-density coil arrays 
  • Additional Features:
    • Large LED lighting element 
    • Adjustable table 
    • Patient comfort features 

Siemens lumina 3t

Siemens Lumina MRI

The MAGNETOM Lumina is a 3T MRI system from Siemens Healthineers featuring a wide 70 cm open bore and the BioMatrix platform for patient personalization. Designed for high-volume environments, the Lumina incorporates technologies like Select&GO (for landmark-free patient positioning), syngo MR XA software, and Turbo Suite acceleration to streamline exams and reduce scan times by up to 50% without compromising image quality. AI-assisted Deep Resolve reconstruction uses neural networks to speed up imaging while maintaining diagnostic integrity. Workflow automation is further supported by GO technologies, BioMatrix Tuners, and myExam Assist protocols, enabling consistent and reproducible results across multiple scan types and body regions. With the syngo Virtual Cockpit, remote exam support is possible, making the Lumina well-suited for facilities aiming to improve throughput, diagnostic consistency, and overall patient experience.

Technical Specifications

Magnet System

 

Field strength

3 Tesla

Bore size

70 cm Open Bore design

Helium consumption

Zero Helium boil-off technology

Gradient strength

XK gradients 36/200 simultaneously [1.7 MVA]

RF technology

 

Maximum number of channels4

180

Number of independent receiver channels that can be used

32

Power consumption

Eco-Power technology

System length from cover to cover

1.86 m

System weight (in operation)

7.35 tons

Minimum room size5

31 m²

Side by side: 

Feature

Siemens Lumina 

Siemens Skyra 

Field strength

3 Tesla

3 Tesla 

Bore size

70 cm Open Bore design

70 cm Open Bore

Helium consumption

Zero Helium boil-off technology

Zero boil off technology

Gradient strength

XK gradients 36/200 simultaneously [1.7 MVA]

XQ Gradients: 45 mT/m @ 200 T/m/s.

Maximum number of channels4

180

Up to 204 coil elements with up to 128 independent RF channels.

Number of independent receiver channels that can be used

32

204x48, 204x64, 204x128

Power consumption

Eco-Power technology

84 kVA

 System length from cover to cover

 1.86 m

1.73 m

System weight (in operation)

 7.35 tons

7.3 tons

Minimum room size5

31 m²

31 m2

Maximum effective slew rate

NA

346 T/m/s

Disclaimer and Source Credit:

This article was originally published by Imaging Quest LLC on iqmedmart.com on May 22, 2025. All data included is accurate to the best of our knowledge, based on publicly available information from Siemens Healthineers , as well as historical service experience and end-user reports.

Siemens Healthineers, Lumina, and Skyra re registered trademarks of Siemens Healthineers and their respective other manufacturers if any. 

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