Spectra 360 Electrode Gel
Spectra 360 is a low-resistance, water-based electrode gel engineered for high-fidelity EEG/EP recordings and clinical monitoring; it prioritizes signal stability and low impedance over long sessions. Compared with thinner, easy-clean gels like Signa Gel it tends to give steadier traces and longer contact life, which can justify a modest price premium for diagnostic settings focused on data quality.
Ultra low-impedance - ninja-smooth
Clear non-stain - glassy-look
Ultra low-impedance - ninja-smooth
Clear non-stain - glassy-look
Review Summary
"Users praise Spectra 360 for reliable conductivity, low irritation, and a clear non-staining formula; a few note the tube can be messy but performance over repeated use is consistent."
Long-lasting contact - marathon-ready
Formulated for very low skin-electrode impedance and stable signal quality.
Long-lasting contact - marathon-ready
Formulated for very low skin-electrode impedance and stable signal quality.
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Spectra 360 is a low-resistance, water-based electrode gel engineered for high-fidelity EEG/EP recordings and clinical monitoring; it prioritizes signal stability and low impedance over long sessions. Compared with thinner, easy-clean gels like Signa Gel it tends to give steadier traces and longer contact life, which can justify a modest price premium for diagnostic settings focused on data quality.
Ultra low-impedance - ninja-smooth
Clear non-stain - glassy-look
Long-lasting contact - marathon-ready
Formulated for very low skin-electrode impedance and stable signal quality.
Non-irritating, water-based electrolyte that resists drying during typical test durations.
Ultra low-impedance - ninja-smooth
Clear non-stain - glassy-look
Long-lasting contact - marathon-ready
Formulated for very low skin-electrode impedance and stable signal quality.
Non-irritating, water-based electrolyte that resists drying during typical test durations.
$20-40 CAD
Tensive Conductive Adhesive Gel
Tensive is a tacky, conductive adhesive gel formulated to maintain electrode contact during patient movement and long ambulatory studies, making it a go-to where motion artifact reduction is critical. It trades a somewhat higher unit cost for superior adhesion relative to general-purpose gels such as Signa or Spectra 360, reducing repeat applications and saving technician time in dynamic testing scenarios.
Strong adhesion - dance-proof
Flexible bond - bend-friendly
Strong adhesion - dance-proof
Flexible bond - bend-friendly
Review Summary
"Buyers report strong adhesive and conductive properties with good electrode contact for repeated sessions, though a minority mention residue and cleanup difficulty."
Sweat-resistant - gym-tested
Contains adhesive properties to improve electrode contact during movement and long recordings.
Sweat-resistant - gym-tested
Contains adhesive properties to improve electrode contact during movement and long recordings.
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Tensive is a tacky, conductive adhesive gel formulated to maintain electrode contact during patient movement and long ambulatory studies, making it a go-to where motion artifact reduction is critical. It trades a somewhat higher unit cost for superior adhesion relative to general-purpose gels such as Signa or Spectra 360, reducing repeat applications and saving technician time in dynamic testing scenarios.
Strong adhesion - dance-proof
Flexible bond - bend-friendly
Sweat-resistant - gym-tested
Contains adhesive properties to improve electrode contact during movement and long recordings.
Conductive formula maintains low impedance while helping electrodes stay in place.
Strong adhesion - dance-proof
Flexible bond - bend-friendly
Sweat-resistant - gym-tested
Contains adhesive properties to improve electrode contact during movement and long recordings.
Conductive formula maintains low impedance while helping electrodes stay in place.
$25-50 CAD
Parker Signa Gel
Parker Signa Gel is a general-purpose, low-viscosity conductive gel valued for its ease of application and cleanup, providing reliable signal transmission for routine EEG, EKG, and neurophysiology work. It is typically more cost-efficient than premium gels like Spectra 360 and less messy than thick pastes such as Ten20, making it a practical balance of performance and economy for high-volume clinics.
Gentle formula - spa-soft
Balanced viscosity - easy-spread
Gentle formula - spa-soft
Balanced viscosity - easy-spread
Review Summary
"Users find Parker SignaGel high-quality, non-irritating, and excellent for ultrasound and electrode use. A minority say it is pricier but reliable for frequent use."
Non-irritating - skin-happy
Clear, non-staining gel formulated for ultrasound coupling and surface electrode conduction.
Non-irritating - skin-happy
Clear, non-staining gel formulated for ultrasound coupling and surface electrode conduction.
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Parker Signa Gel is a general-purpose, low-viscosity conductive gel valued for its ease of application and cleanup, providing reliable signal transmission for routine EEG, EKG, and neurophysiology work. It is typically more cost-efficient than premium gels like Spectra 360 and less messy than thick pastes such as Ten20, making it a practical balance of performance and economy for high-volume clinics.
Gentle formula - spa-soft
Balanced viscosity - easy-spread
Non-irritating - skin-happy
Clear, non-staining gel formulated for ultrasound coupling and surface electrode conduction.
Offers smooth viscosity for easy application and good acoustic/electrical transmission.
Gentle formula - spa-soft
Balanced viscosity - easy-spread
Non-irritating - skin-happy
Clear, non-staining gel formulated for ultrasound coupling and surface electrode conduction.
Offers smooth viscosity for easy application and good acoustic/electrical transmission.
$15-35 CAD
Nuprep Skin Prep Gel
Nuprep is an abrasive skin preparation gel designed to gently remove oils and stratum corneum debris to lower electrode-skin impedance before gel or paste application. Technically it complements all the conductive products on this list—used prior to Ten20, Spectra 360 or Signa it improves contact quality—and financially it is an inexpensive way to boost recording quality without changing electrode consumables.
Controlled abrasion - pro-scrub
Low-impedance prep - signal-boost
Controlled abrasion - pro-scrub
Low-impedance prep - signal-boost
Review Summary
"Nuprep is widely praised for lowering skin impedance and improving signal quality, with users warning it is mildly abrasive and can irritate if overused."
Fast acting - clinic-ready
Mild abrasive paste designed to remove oils and dead skin to significantly lower impedance.
Fast acting - clinic-ready
Mild abrasive paste designed to remove oils and dead skin to significantly lower impedance.
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Nuprep is an abrasive skin preparation gel designed to gently remove oils and stratum corneum debris to lower electrode-skin impedance before gel or paste application. Technically it complements all the conductive products on this list—used prior to Ten20, Spectra 360 or Signa it improves contact quality—and financially it is an inexpensive way to boost recording quality without changing electrode consumables.
Controlled abrasion - pro-scrub
Low-impedance prep - signal-boost
Fast acting - clinic-ready
Mild abrasive paste designed to remove oils and dead skin to significantly lower impedance.
Used prior to electrode placement to improve signal fidelity for EEG/ECG.
Controlled abrasion - pro-scrub
Low-impedance prep - signal-boost
Fast acting - clinic-ready
Mild abrasive paste designed to remove oils and dead skin to significantly lower impedance.
Used prior to electrode placement to improve signal fidelity for EEG/ECG.
$15-40 CAD
Ten20 Conductive Paste
Ten20 is a thick, high-conductivity paste widely used for long-term EEG and clinical electrode fixation because it provides durable low-impedance contact and stable recordings. It is often more economical per-application for extended monitoring than thin gels, though it can be harder to remove and typically benefits from prior skin prep with products like Nuprep for optimum results.
Thick stable paste - stay-put
Long-wear contact - overnight-safe
Thick stable paste - stay-put
Long-wear contact - overnight-safe
Review Summary
"Ten20 is the lab standard for EEG/EMG—users praise its strong adhesion, long-lasting conductivity, and dependable performance, though it can be messy and harder to remove than gels."
Skin-friendly - soft-touch
Thicker conductive paste formulated for long recordings and stable electrode contact.
Skin-friendly - soft-touch
Thicker conductive paste formulated for long recordings and stable electrode contact.
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Ten20 is a thick, high-conductivity paste widely used for long-term EEG and clinical electrode fixation because it provides durable low-impedance contact and stable recordings. It is often more economical per-application for extended monitoring than thin gels, though it can be harder to remove and typically benefits from prior skin prep with products like Nuprep for optimum results.
Thick stable paste - stay-put
Long-wear contact - overnight-safe
Skin-friendly - soft-touch
Thicker conductive paste formulated for long recordings and stable electrode contact.
Maintains conductivity over extended periods and resists drying/cracking.
Thick stable paste - stay-put
Long-wear contact - overnight-safe
Skin-friendly - soft-touch
Thicker conductive paste formulated for long recordings and stable electrode contact.
Maintains conductivity over extended periods and resists drying/cracking.
$20-50 CAD