Invacare select aerosol compressor IRC1705 Nebulizer

Invacare select aerosol compressor IRC1705

This is a low cost invacare nebulizer, it is a lightweight compressor that weighs only 3.2 lb

Manufacturer: Invacare
Manufacturer Product #: IRC1705
HCPCS Code: E0570**
HMESA CODE: 30-20-03-02

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price: $100.88
Average Internet or Online Sale Price: $30+
Warranty: Three Year Limited
Operating Flow Rate: 4 - 8 LPM
Operating Pressure: 11 - 16 PSI
Pressure: 36 PSI (max)
Product Weight: 3.2 lb.
Dimensions: 6" L x 4.5" W x 3.5" H

Invacare Stratos Compact and Portable Aerosol Compressor Nebulizer

Stratos Compact and Portable Aerosol Compressor Nebulizer

The stratos compressor nebulizer comes in a stylish design to fit your life, they have two models of this as described below.

Stratos Compact Aerosol Compressor

The compact aerosol compressor stratos nebulizer weights only 3.2LB with a short treatment time of 7-9 minutes, it is also a sturdy nebulizer despite it's small size.

Specifications of this model

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer Product Number: IRC1710
HCPCS Code: E0570**
HMESA CODE: 30-20-03-03

This product have a MAP (minimum advertised price is set by the manufacturer so if you see it a lot higher than $34, call the dealer and negotiate with them, they can sell it as close to $40 as possible.)

Invacare Suggested Retail Price: $143.50*
Online Sales Merchants Average Retail Price: $37.00

Dimensions: 5.9" (L) x 5.7" (W) x 3.7" (H)
Product Weight: 3.2 lbs (1.5 kg)
Warranty: 5-year limited
Electrical: 115 volts, 60 Hz
Operating Pressure: 11-16 psi(typical), 35 PSI (max)
Operating Flow Rate: 4-8 lpm (typical)
Thermal Protector: UL 547 "Class B"

Invacare Stratos Portable Plus Aerosol Compressor Nebulizer

 This nebulizer weights only 1 lb and only 1.4 lb if used with a battery, it is so small it can fit in the palm of your hand and it is super quiet. The battery pack must be ordered separate if you will like to enjoy the

opportunity to use it virtually anywhere, be it in your car, at the ballpark, at the mall etc.

This product have a MAP (minimum advertised price set by the manufacturer so if you see it a lot higher than $80, call the dealer and negotiate with them, they can sell it as close to $80 as possible.)

Manufacturer Product # : IRC1730
MSRP: $238.83* Internet and Online Average Retail Price: $80
HCPCS Code: E0571**
HMESA CODE: 30-20-03-03




Power: 100-120 volts~, 50-60 Hz, 12VDC, 1.4A
Operating Flow Rate: 3.5 LPM
Pressure: 29 PSI (max)
Product Weight: 1 lbs. (435 g) without battery pack1.4 lbs. (626 g) with battery pack
Dimensions: Without battery pack: 4.1"L x 3.6"W x 1.6"H With battery pack: 4.1"L x 3.6"W x 2.6"H

Asthma ; Invacare Brands of Compressor, Nebulizer

Invacare Brands of Compressor, Nebulizer



Asthma, COPD etc : Invacare manufacture 4 brands of nebulizers one is specifically a pediatric design while the other is simply a low price nebulizer.

You can find invacare brand of nebulizers from the online retailers listed at the end of this article, please understand that this is neither an endorsement of a brand , manufacturer or a specific retailer, this is just for informational purpose only.






Stratos Compact Aerosol Compressor Nebulizer
Select aerosol compressor Nebulizer
Stratos Portable Plus Aerosol Compressor
Pediatric Bear Nebulizer System

Invacare Pediatric Bear Nebulizer Compressor System

Pediatric Bear Nebulizer System

This is the invacare pediatric compressor and nebulizer designed specifically for kids, the children compressor has a bear like design to help children relax when using the nebulizer making it easier to treat kids during a asthma episode especially with the available mask and mouthpiece included with this product. It is also lightweight.

Manufacturer Product ID: IRC1740
MSRP: $151.75 Online Internet Retail Average Price: $39.99

Specifications for the Invacare Pediatric Nebulizer:

Operating Flow Rate: 4.0 L/min minimum @ 16psi
Operating Pressure: 12.4 to 15.4 psi
Maximum Outlet Pressure: 30-35 psi
Dimensions: 6.5"W x 8.2"H x 5.5"D
Product Weight: 3.4 pounds

Stratos Compact Aerosol Compressor Nebulizer
Select aerosol compressor Nebulizer
Stratos Portable Plus Aerosol Compressor
Pediatric Bear Nebulizer System

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Omron Unveils New Portable, Lightweight Compressor Nebulizer

Bannockburn, IL, June 13, 2007--Omron Healthcare announced today the launch of its new CompAir® Elite Compact Compressor Nebulizer (model NE-C30) to help users--from COPD patients to asthmatic children--breathe easy whether at home or on-the-go. Weighing less than a pound, the compact, lightweight design and optional rechargeable battery make it ideal for individuals seeking flexibility in the use of their nebulizer.
The NE-C30 marks the second durable-design model from Omron's new respiratory product manufacturing operation, reinforcing Omron's continued commitment to the respiratory products market worldwide.
"With the NE-C30, users can count on Omron's 'ready to go,' convenient system, with the added flexibility of being able to easily transport their nebulizer and use it when they need it most -- whether at home, at the office, or almost anywhere," said Lori Byrd, category marketing manager, Respiratory, Omron Healthcare.
The NE-C30 utilizes Omron's nebulizer kit which features Virtual Valve Technology (VVT), a unique integrated design that promotes efficient delivery of medication with less aerosol waste and is easy to clean and maintain.
For further patient convenience, the NE-C30 includes a zippered carrying case with an accessory compartment and features an air tube with easy-to-grip air plugs, easy access outlet and filter, and a smooth surface for thorough cleaning. It comes complete with the compressor nebulizer, nebulizer kit, mouthpiece, child mask, air tube, extra filters, AC adapter, multi-lingual instruction manual and instructional DVD (in English and Spanish), with an optional rechargeable battery and battery charger.

Asthma: Nebulizer and Inhaler treatment

 Nebulizer Search Engine

Nebulizers have become more technologically advanced thereby resulting in better treatment of asthma patients, delivery of medication to the lungs of sufferers are more targetted than before and this have helped in easing the time spent per treatment.

A compressor is a pump that uses air or sound energy to deliver medication to the lungs via the nebulizer (a specially designed medication cup with mouthpiece), the compressor is often confused as the nebulizer as the name have become interchangeable however they are two different things though most manufacturer now supply them together as a package so you wouldn't have to be worried about getting the right combination of equipment.

I will be touching on topics dealing with buying and caring for your nebulizer it is important to understand how a nebulizer work.

Types of Nebulizers:

The nebulizers you will come accross include the Jet Nebulizer and the Ultrasonic nebulizer.


Jet Nebulizer

The Jet Nebulizer uses a medical techonology that allows the equipment to change the nebulizer medication into a droplet almost like steam that directly targets the patients lung via the use of a mouthpiece or mask, inhaled medication are great candidate for this type of nebulizer, it is the recommended nebulizer for liquid suspension medications that have drug particles in them because it can effectively deliver the particles which is the active ingredient in that medication. Used mostly in medical institutions or in severe cases of attack, another name for this kind of nebulizer is atomizer.




Ultrasonic Nebulizers

Ultrasonic nebulizers works by using sound energy to achieve the same goal of of changing the liquid medication into a inhalable form such as a mist, they are generally very portable and small, they are so small in some cases they can go in the palm of your hands, one more important characteristic of this nebulizer is that some of them come with a car adapter or battery pack that make it possible to use the nebulizer when you are on the road or just doesn't have access to electricity, your choice of nebulizer depend on the medication prescribed and your condition so you need to consult your physician before purchasing any nebulizer.



Nebulizer Cleaning & Mantainance Tips

It is very important that you clean and maintain your nebulizer well for effective treatment of asthma and other respiratory and lung disorders you may have because a dirty nebulizer can lead to infection or blockage of the hose or tubing which will result in less or infected medication delivery to your lungs.

Do not remove the outer casing of your compressor or pump for any reason, it may kill you!

Cleaning the nebulizer before you use it for the first time, after each treatment, use fresh cleaning solution and always air dry the nebulizer (do not air dry). If your physician or the manufacturers representative (dealer) give you instruction then do whatever they say, or if you are using one of those medical disinfectant cleaner then follow that manufacturers instruction otherwise follow the cleaning instruction below.

1. Disconnect the nebulizer and mouthpiece from tuning
2. Take the nebulizer chamber apart (follow manufacturer's disassemblying instruction)
3. Use two plastic containers, fill one with hot water and detergent solution for washing, fill the other with hot water and vinegar solution (one quarter vinegar and three quarter water)
4. Clean the nebulizer (not the pump or compressor) and mouthpiece in solution detergent with hotwater
5. Remove and rinse with hot tap water
6. Soak in the vinegar solution hot water for 30 minutes.
7. Rinse with hot tap water and air dry till it is completely dry.
8. The tubing need to be wiped regularly and it does't have to be washed internally because only air goes through.
9. To clean the compressor or pump use a wet soft close on the casing once a day and dry with a dry towel.

To Clean mouthpiece
Can be cleaned in 121 degree C hot water or autoclave for 10 minutes, air dry and store as instructed by your manufacturer.
Nebulizer Replacement.
Your nebulizer must be changed once every 6 months to 1 year (reusable nebulizer) and 30 days (disposable nebulizer)
Filter Replacement
When your filter turns gray then it is time to change it or when you must have used it for approximately 20-30 hours.

Nebulizer Manufacturers and Brands

Invacare Brands
Stratos Compact Aerosol Compressor
Select aerosol compressor
Stratos Portable Plus Aerosol Compressor
Pediatric Bear Nebulizer System

Mabis Healthcare
Margo Moo™ Compressor Nebulizer Kit
NEBXP™ Portable Handheld Compressor Nebulizer Kit
NEBXP™ Deluxe Portable Handheld Compressor Nebulizer Kit
MABIS ExecuNeb™ Portable Compressor Nebulizer Kit
e-Neb™ Compressor Nebulizer
MABIS CompMist® Compressor Nebulizer Kit
Mini Comp Compressor Nebulizer Kit
Mini Comp Compressor Nebulizer Kit with Tote Bag
MABISMist™ II Ultrasonic Nebulizer Kit
Omron
Micro Air Electronic Nebulizer w
Compact Compressor Nebulizer
CompAir XLT Nebulizer Compressor with KitNE-C25

Drive Medical
Power Neb 2 (Piston Powered)
Pacifica Nebulizer (Piston Powered)
Pacifica Nebulizer II (Piston Powered)
Spider Neb II (Piston Powered)
Beetle Neb Compact Ultrasonic Nebulizer
Neb-to-Go (Piston Powered)
Aire Bus Pediatric Nebulizer (Piston Powered)
Checker® Nebulizer (Piston Powered)