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UMDNS Information

This Product Comparison covers the followingdevice term and product code as listed inECRI Institute’s Universal Medical DeviceNomenclature System™ (UMDNS™):

Aspirators, Thoracic [10-218]

Aspirators, ThoracicScope of this Product Comparison

This Product Comparison covers line-powered, self-contained mobile and portable thoracic aspirators.

Drainage units that attach to the hospital’s central vacuum system through a wall outlet are excluded.

For more information on aspirators, see the following Product Comparisons:

Aspirators, Emergency

Aspirators, Surgical

Aspirators, Uterine These units are also called: pleural drainage pumps.

Purpose

Thoracic aspirators provide suction to evacuate body fluids and/or air that can accumulate between

the lung and chest wall (pleural space) following thoracic surgery, penetrating chest wounds,

barotrauma, or tracheal or bronchial rupture or as a result of disease or congenital defects. Pressure on

the lungs and vascular system from such accumulations can interfere with breathing and with perfusion

of vital organs and, if not alleviated immediately, can rapidly cause death. Purulent effusions also must

be drained promptly to prevent serious infections and to permit rapid resolution of local inflammation.

Thoracic aspirators are also used to evacuate blood from the mediastinal space following cardiac

bypass surgery, thereby allowing the progress of physiologic hemostasis to be monitored. Drainage into a

single collection bottle, without suction, can be used; however, evacuating large flows or viscous fluids

requires a pump or central vacuum system connected through a suction regulator. Some hospitals use

mobile, line-powered pumps as backup units if the central vacuum system requires maintenance, if the

patient needs additional suctioning procedures (e.g., endotracheal) simultaneously, or if a central vacuum

system is not available.

Principles of operation

A typical thoracic aspiration system consists of a high-volume, low-vacuum pump; a multiple-

container and water-seal collection system; and a pressure gauge, all mounted on a chassis with casters.

Vacuum pumps for thoracic aspiration are either motor driven withvariable speeds or thermotic (based on the principle that air

expands upon heating and contracts upon cooling). Motor-driven

pumps generally aspirate at a higher maximum airflow (i.e., >20

L/min) than thermotic pumps and are therefore suitable for either

liquid or air removal. Thermotic pumps, with a lower maximum

airflow (i.e., approximately 2.5 L/min), are suitable only for liquid

removal because air leakage into the pleural cavity of a ventilated

patient may exceed 16 L/min.

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High negative intrapleural pressures are common in patients with obstructed respiration; vacuum

pumps must be able to rapidly counteract this internal pressure, with some reserve capacity for clearing

clots from the tubing. Vacuum pumps typically have a pressure gauge calibrated in centimeters of water

(cm H2O) or millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) and/or inches of mercury (in Hg) to indicate the pressure in

the collection unit. These pumps typically have maximum suction levels of 50 to 100 cm H2O. On the

other hand, general-purpose aspirators need to offer a wider suction range and can provide negativepressures as high as 1,000 cm H2O. However, ECRI Institute believes that these pressures are far too high

for thoracic aspiration (see the Health Devices citation in the bibliography).

Vacuum pumps evacuate accumulated fluids

through tubes inserted surgically in the chest wall

and connected to drainage tubes that empty into a

collection system. Disposable bottles and three-

compartment plastic bags or canisters are common

collection devices. The disposable bags may be

graduated or may be held in a graduated (500 to

3,000 mL) collection chamber. If reusable, tubing

and bottles must be cleaned and sterilized

thoroughly because the aspirate serves as a growth

medium for microorganisms.

Two separate chest tubes must be inserted to

remove both fluid and air; fluid is removed through

a laterally inserted tube, and air is removed through

an anteriorly inserted tube. Transparent chest

tubing allows detection of blood clots or visible

changes in fluid.

The open ends of the drainage tubes empty into a collection bottle or bag in which a water seal is

formed by submerging the tubes in a few milliliters of sterile water at the bottom of the collection unit. If

the unit is positioned far enough below the patient, the water seal maintains the vacuum in the system

and prevents aspirate from reentering the pleural cavity if the motor is turned off or accidentally loses

power. A second collection bottle is often placed between the primary collection bottle and the pump to

protect against overflow. Some units employ an automatic safety cutoff feature for the pump, which is

usually a vacuum-pressure-relief valve set at a value slightly higher than the maximum vacuum setting

to prevent excessive vacuum that could damage the lung.

Reported problems

Clots in the chest tubing or drainage tubing can seriously impair, or even stop, aspiration. A kink in

the tubing at any point can have the same effect: while the pump maintains suction at or below the safety

cutoff level, fluid and air will continue to leak into the pleural cavity without being evacuated, impedingrespiration.

Vacuum leaks can occur between the chest tubing and the drainage tubing, between the drainage

tubing and the collection bottle, between the water seal and the collection chamber, and at the site of

loose-fitting bottle caps. As a result, the vacuum is lost and the patient is no longer protected by the water

seal. Aspirate left in the tubing above the leak, as well as any air introduced through the leak, can reenter

the pleural cavity upon inspiration. Another hazard can occur if the chest tubing becomes dislodged:

aspiration is halted, and a new air leak is created. Some users tape connections in an attempt to avoid


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disengagement. However, this practice can cause partial disconnections to be obscured and go unnoticed,

leading to leaks.

Units without shutoff devices may allow aspirated material to flow through the pump, eventually

forcing the pump to stop. Suctioning could be interrupted for several minutes while the canister is

emptied, the pump is cleaned, and the unit is restarted. Users may be exposed to infectious material

during cleaning or in the event of an overflow. Because smaller-capacity canisters can increase the risk ofoverflow, they may need to be changed more often, especially models without adequate overflow

protection.

Infection control practices require that aspirate not routinely be released into the environment.

Reusable canisters pose greater infection risks during handling, and safeguards are required when

emptying, cleaning, and disinfecting these canisters. Operators should use universal precautions,

including wearing gloves, face shields or masks, and gowns when performing these procedures.

Manufacturer instructions for disinfecting disposable equipment, as well as for disinfecting the suction

pump, should be strictly followed to prevent cross-contamination. In addition, used canisters and

disposables must be disposed of in accordance with state and local medical waste regulations.

Some models operate at high noise levels that can eclipse the volume of other alarms. Users should be

especially alert when aspirators are operating; if possible, users should adjust the alarm volumes ofnearby equipment.

Purchase considerations

ECRI Institute recommendations

Included in the accompanying comparison chart are ECRI Institute’s recommendations for minimum

performance requirements for thoracic aspirators. In order to overcome potentially high negative

intrapleural pressures in some patients, as well as provide some reserve capacity for clearing blood clots

from tubing, units should provide adjustable suction with a maximum setting of at least 50 cm H2O, as

well as a maximum flow rate of at least 20 L/min measured at open flow. Because excessive vacuum is

dangerous, hospitals should consider models that limit vacuum to a predetermined rate and have anappropriate safety cutoff pressure. Pumps without a mechanism that limits suction to ≤200 cm H2O must

be used with a disposable chest-drainage unit that provides this safety feature. If a collection system is

included with the unit, it must have overflow protection or another means of protection from

contamination.

Collection bottles that accompany some aspirators are not graduated at lower volumes and cannot

accurately measure the smaller volumes of aspirated fluids obtained from children and infants. ECRI

Institute recommends that hospitals treating children and infants choose systems that include graduated

low-volume collection canisters.

Because smaller-capacity canisters can increase the risk of overflow, the system must be easy to clean

and to return quickly to service.

Other considerations

In addition to the initial cost of the unit, the cost and availability of disposables (i.e., chest tubes, tubing

sets, and plastic bottles, canisters, or bags for a drainage system) should be carefully considered.

Disposables are often sold separately by suppliers that do not manufacture aspirators. If reusables are

used for collection, their cost and availability, as well as the cost of sterilization between procedures,

should be considered.


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Stage of development

Thoracic aspiration was first applied using a three-bottle

drainage system (one bottle served as a trap, one as a water

seal to prevent backflow of air into the chest tube on

inspiration, and one as a vacuum regulator). In this system,patient expiratory pressure and gravity evacuated any

accumulated liquid or air. However, this system was not

reliable for adequate drainage in every patient, so low-

volume (thermotic) suction pumps were incorporated into

the system. More rapid high-volume drainage was achieved

by connecting a suction-regulating jar to a wall vacuum

system or to a low-vacuum, variable-speed, motor-driven

pump. The design of both motor-driven and thermotic

pumps has remained stable since the late 1960s. Currently, two-bottle systems or disposable three-

compartment plastic bags or canisters are used with a pump or wall vacuum outlet, along with a suction

regulator in some cases.

Bibliography

Cohen S, Stack M. How to work with chest tubes. Am J Nurs 1980 Apr;80(4):685-712.

Dernevik L, Roberts D, Hamraz B, et al. Management of pneumothorax with a mini-drain in ambulatory

and hospitalized patients. Scand Cardiovasc J 2003 Jun;37(3):172-6.

ECRI. Aspirators. Health Devices Inspection and Preventive Maintenance System. Procedure no. 433.

Thoracic aspirators. Health Devices 1998 Dec;27(12):424.

Fishman NH. Thoracic drainage: manual of procedures. Chicago: Year Book Medical; 1983.

Kam AC, O’Brien M, Kam PC. Pleural drainage systems. Anaesthesia 1993 Feb;48(2):154-61.

Supplier information

ACOMA MEDICAL

Acoma Medical Industry Co Ltd [152410]

2-14-14 Hongo Bunkyo-ku

Tokyo 113-0033

Japan

Phone: 81 (3) 38166911 Fax: 81 (3) 38143845

Internet: http://www.acoma.com

E-mail: [email protected]

ALLIED HEALTHCAREAllied Healthcare Products Inc [105171]

1720 Sublette Ave

St Louis, MO 63110

Phone: (314) 771-2400, (800) 444-3954 Fax: (314) 771-4616, (800) 477-7701

Internet: http://www.alliedhpi.com

ANAND

Anand Medicaids Pvt Ltd [287761]


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16 Road No 33 Punjabi Bagh (Extension)

New Delhi 110 026

India

Phone: 91 (11) 5160025 Fax: 91 (11) 5451062

Internet: http://www.anandind.com


ANDERSEN

Andersen Products Inc [101953]

Health Science Park 3202 Caroline Dr

Haw River, NC 27258-9564

Phone: (336) 376-3000, (800) 523-1276 Fax: (336) 376-8153

Internet: http://www.anpro.com


ATLAS

Atlas Surgical Co [177269]

4/109 Pardhan Marg Nirankari Colony

New Delhi 110 009

IndiaPhone: 91 (11) 7215458 Fax: 91 (11) 7141952

Internet: http://www.sahaj.com


ATMOS

ATMOS Medica SL [439522]

Calle Torrent d’en Pregaria 27

Mataro (Barcelona) E-08304

Spain

Phone: 34 (90) 2193580 Fax: 34 (93) 7573283

Internet: http://www.atmosmed.es


ATMOS MedizinTechnik GmbH & Co KG [152463]

Ludwig-Kegel-Strasse 16

Lenzkirch D-79853

Germany

Phone: 49 (7653) 6890 Fax: 49 (7653) 689190

Internet: http://www.atmosmed.de


ATMOS MedizinTechnik Asia Sdn Bhd [439530]

Menar KLH Suite 2-4-12 4/Fl Business Centre No 2 Jalan Kasipillai

Kuala Lumpur 51200

MalaysiaPhone: 60 (3) 23813885 Fax: 60 (3) 23813889

Internet: http://www.atmosmalaysia.com


GABLER

Gabler Medical (UK) Ltd [192820]

Unit 5 Blackwood Hall North Duffield

Selby Y08 5DD


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England

Phone: 44 (1757) 289546 Fax: 44 (1757) 282338

Internet: http://www.gablermedical.com


GIMA

GIMA SpA [345887]via Monza 102

Gessate MI I-20060

Italy

Phone: 39 (02) 953854209 Fax: 39 (02) 95380056

Internet: http://www.gimaitaly.com


IMPACT

Impact Instrumentation Inc [101885]

27 Fairfield Pl PO Box 508

West Caldwell, NJ 07006-0508

Phone: (973) 882-1212, (800) 969-0750 Fax: (973) 882-4993

Internet: http://www.impactii.com E-mail: [email protected]

MEDELA

Medela Inc [103640]

1101 Corporate Dr PO Box 660

McHenry, IL 60051-0660

Phone: (815) 363-1166, (877) 735-1626 Fax: (815) 363-2487, (800) 995-7867

Internet: http://www.medela.com


Medela AG [156407]

Laettichstrasse 4

Baar/Schweiz CH-6341

Switzerland

Phone: 41 (41) 7695151 Fax: 41 (41) 7695100

Internet: http://www.medela.ch


Medela KK [451797]

Fuji Chuo Building 5/Fl 2-1-7 Shintomi Chuo-ku

Tokyo 104-0041

Japan

Phone: 81 (3) 35533571 Fax: 91 (3) 35533573

Internet: http://www.medela.co.jp


Medela OOO [451802]

Fersmana Street 5A

Moskva 117312

Russia

Phone: 7 (095) 9806194 Fax: 7 (095) 7181700

Internet: http://www.medela-russia.ru



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MGE

MG Electric (Colchester) Ltd [151092]

Wyncolls Road

Colchester CO4 4HT

England

Phone: 44 (1206) 842244 Fax: 44 (1206) 845849

Internet: http://www.mgeworldwide.com


OHIO MEDICAL

Ohio Medical Corp

1111 Lakeside Dr

Gurnee, IL 60031

Phone: (800) 549-6446 Fax: (847) 855-6300

Internet: http://www.ohiomedical.com


ORDISI

Ordisi SA [163027]

Progreso 3 y 5 L’hopitalet de Llobregat

Barcelona E-08904

Spain

Phone: 34 (93) 3340112 Fax: 34 (93) 4402564

Internet: http://www.ordisi.com


SAMED

Samed Elettromedicali srl [187040]

strada Provinciale 181 N 1/B

Merlino LO I-26833

Italy

Phone: 39 (02) 90658787 Fax: 39 (02) 90658795Internet: http://www.samedelettromedicali.com


WELLS JOHNSON

Wells Johnson Co [101872]

8000 S Kolb Rd

Tucson, AZ 85706-9104

Phone: (520) 298-6069, (800) 528-1597 Fax: (520) 885-1189

Internet: http://www.wellsgrp.com


Note: The data in the charts derive from suppliers’ specifications and have not been verified through

independent testing by ECRI Institute or any other agency. Because test methods vary, different products’

specifications are not always comparable. Moreover, products and specifications are subject to frequent changes.

ECRI Institute is not responsible for the quality or validity of the information presented or for any adverse

consequences of acting on such information.

When reading the charts, keep in mind that, unless otherwise noted, the list price does not reflect supplier

discounts. And although we try to indicate which features and characteristics are standard and which are not,

some may be optional, at additional cost.


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For those models whose prices were supplied to us in currencies other than U.S. dollars, we have also listed the

conversion to U.S. dollars to facilitate comparison among models. However, keep in mind that exchange rates change

often.

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Product Comparison Chart

MODEL ECRI INSTITUTE'SRECOMMENDEDSPECIFICATIONS1

ACOMA MEDICAL ACOMA MEDICAL ACOMA MEDICAL

Thoracic Aspirators SB-10mkII SB-5 SB-6III

WHERE MARKETED Not specified Not specified Not specifiedFDA CLEARANCE No No NoCE MARK (MDD) No No NoPUMP TYPE Piston Rotary vane PistonVACUUM SYSTEMPressure range, cm H2O Maximum setting must be

≥50 0-918 0-1,033 0-918

Indicator type Manometer Manometer ManometerSafety cutoff pressure,cm H2O

≤200; pumps that do nothave a mechanism thatlimits suction to ≤200 cmH2O must be used with adisposable chest-drainageunit that provides this safetyfeature

1,020 680 1,020

Airflow, L/min >20 40 13.5 40COLLECTION SYSTEMContainer Bottle Bottle BottleNumber 2 1 1

Capacity, L 1.5 3 1.5 3Overflow protection Required if collection

system included Automatic cutoff Automatic cutoff Automatic cutoff

TUBINGNumber of inlets 1 1 1Internal diameter, cm (in) 0.5-0.95 (0.2-0.37) 0.5-0.95 (0.2-0.37) 0.5-0.95 (0.2-0.37)Length, m (ft) 2 (6.5) 2 (6.5) 2 (6.5)

CHASSISFinish Steel FRP SteelCaster diameter, cm (in) 7.5 (2.9) 3 (1.2) with optional cart 7.5 (2.9)

LINE POWER, VAC 100/120 100/120 100/120Hz 50/60 50/60 50/60

H x W x D, cm (in) 87 x 40 x 35 (34.8 x 16 x14)

30 x 39 x 37 (11.8 x 15.4 x14.6)

89 x 44.5 x 34 (35 x 17.5 x13.4)

WEIGHT, kg (lb) 34 (75) 12 (26.4) 28 (62)PURCHASEINFORMATIONList price Not specified Not specified Not specifiedWarranty Not specified Not specified Not specifiedDelivery time, ARO Not specified Not specified Not specifiedNumber sold Not specified Not specified Not specifiedFiscal year Not specified Not specified Not specified

This is the first of two pagescovering the abovemodel(s). Thesespecifications continue ontothe next page.


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MODEL ECRI INSTITUTE'SRECOMMENDEDSPECIFICATIONS1

ACOMA MEDICAL ACOMA MEDICAL ACOMA MEDICAL

Thoracic Aspirators SB-10mkII SB-5 SB-6IIIOTHER SPECIFICATIONS None specified. None specified. None specified.LAST UPDATED May 2007 May 2007 May 2007Supplier Footnotes 1These recommendations

are the opinions of ECRIInstitute's technologyexperts. ECRI Instituteassumes no liability fordecisions made based onthis data.

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MODEL ALLIED HEALTHCARE ALLIED HEALTHCARE ANAND ANDERSENGomco 6020 Gomco 6050 Eurovac AN50 THOROVAC

WHERE MARKETED Worldwide Worldwide Worldwide WorldwideFDA CLEARANCE Yes Yes No YesCE MARK (MDD) Yes Submitted Yes YesPUMP TYPE Thermotic, mobile Oilless rotary, mobile Oilless diaphragm Vibrating arm/bellowsVACUUM SYSTEMPressure range, cm H2O 0-25 0-50 0-815 0-25Indicator type Manometer Gauge Gauge (Bourdon type) NonindicatingSafety cutoff pressure,cm H2O

25 76 Yes 50

Airflow, L/min 2.3 (open flow) 110 22.5 2.5COLLECTION SYSTEMContainer Bottle Bottle Polycarbonate jar,

disposable pouchJar

Number 1 2 1; 2 optional 1Capacity, L 2.8 2.8 2, 4 6Overflow protection Second bottle Second bottle Overflow jar, auto cutoff with

beepNA

TUBINGNumber of inlets 1 2 1 1Internal diameter, cm (in) 0.63 (0.25) 1.27 (0.50) 0.7 (0.3) 0.64 (0.25)Length, m (ft) 1.83 (6) 1.83 (6) 2 (6.5) 1.8 (6)

CHASSISFinish Painted with stainless steel

topPainted with stainless steeltop

ABS plastic-molded cabinet Polystyrene

Caster diameter, cm (in) 7.6 (3) 7.6 (3) NA NALINE POWER, VAC 115/220 115/220 220; 110 optional 110/240Hz 50/60 50/60 50; 60 optional 50/60

H x W x D, cm (in) 83.8 x 43.2 x 45.7 (33 x 17x 18)

83.8 x 43.2 x 45.7 (33 x 17x 18)

35.6 x 42 x 22 (14 x 16.5 x8.5)

25.4 (10) D

WEIGHT, kg (lb) 23.6 (52) 21.7 (48) 9 (19.8) Not specifiedPURCHASEINFORMATIONList price $1,669 $1,360 $120 (FOB New Delhi) $396.90 per case of 6

Warranty 1 year from date ofshipment 1 year from date ofshipment 1 year 1 year

Delivery time, ARO Not specified Not specified Depends on quantity ImmediateNumber sold Not specified Not specified >5,000 >7,500Fiscal year Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified



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MODEL ALLIED HEALTHCARE ALLIED HEALTHCARE ANAND ANDERSENGomco 6020 Gomco 6050 Eurovac AN50 THOROVAC

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Casters; chemical-resistantstainless steel top; cordstorage; illuminated on/offswitch; adjustable for usewith infants. Meetsrequirements of CSA, UL,and VDE.

Casters; chemical-resistantstainless steel top; cordstorage; illuminated on/offswitch. Meets requirementsof CSA and UL.

Available with electronicauto cutoff system withacoustic beep anddisposable filter; availableon trolley. Meetsrequirements of ISO9001:2000.

Disposable pleural drainagepump, packaged sterile andready to use with theaddition of 250 cc of sterilewater.

LAST UPDATED June 2005 June 2005 May 2007 June 2005Supplier Footnotes

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MODEL ATLAS ATLAS ATMOS ATMOSEurovac Minivac ATMOS S 031 Thorax ATMOS S 351

WHERE MARKETED Worldwide Worldwide Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USAFDA CLEARANCE No No No NoCE MARK (MDD) Yes Submitted Yes YesPUMP TYPE Diaphragm Diaphragm Diaphragm DiaphragmVACUUM SYSTEMPressure range, cm H2O 0-50 0-60 0-61 0-204, drain modeIndicator type Gauge, manometer Gauge, manometer LCD LCDSafety cutoff pressure,cm H2O

816 Not specified Not specified 1-30, vacuum meter

Airflow, L/min 22 30 3 1.5-3.5, drain modeCOLLECTION SYSTEMContainer Polycarbonate bottle Polycarbonate bottle Reusable collection pouch Reusable collection pouchNumber 1; 2 optional 1 1 1 or 2

Capacity, L 2 2 1, 3 1.5, 2, 3, 5Overflow protection Auto cutoff Auto cutoff Electronic, optional Electronic, optional

TUBINGNumber of inlets 1 1 1 1

Internal diameter, cm (in) 0.8 (0.31), 1 (0.39) 0.8 (0.31), 1 (0.39) 0.5 (0.2) 0.6 (0.23), optional 1 (0.39)Length, m (ft) 2 (6.5) 2 (6.5) 1.8 (5.9) ≥2 (6.6)

CHASSISFinish Plastic-molded, shock-

resistant ABSFiber body Not specified Not specified

Caster diameter, cm (in) NA NA Not specified Not specifiedLINE POWER, VAC 220 220 100-240, rechargeable

battery115/230/127

Hz 50 50 50/60 50/60H x W x D, cm (in) 20 x 42 x 36 (8 x 16.8 x

14.5)40 x 22 x 40 (15.7 x 8.7 x15.7)

26 x 25 x 10.6 (10.2 x 9.8 x4.1) with docking jar

30 x 33 x 20 (11.8 x 13 x7.9)

WEIGHT, kg (lb) 7.5 (16.5) 10 (22) 10.2 (22.5) withoutcollection jars

10.2 (22.5) withoutcollection jars

PURCHASEINFORMATIONList price $120 $150 Not specified $2,000

Warranty 1 year 1 year 2 years 2 yearsDelivery time, ARO From stock From stock 2 weeks 2 weeksNumber sold 5,000 10,000 Not specified >3,700Fiscal year Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified



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MODEL ATLAS ATLAS ATMOS ATMOSEurovac Minivac ATMOS S 031 Thorax ATMOS S 351

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Compact and lightweight;wide-mouth jar, designed forlow maintenance; nolubrication required;bacterial filter in lid.

75 W motor with diaphragmpump; wide-mouth jar;designed for lowmaintenance; no lubricationneeded.

Ultraquiet; portable. Microprocessor-basedautomatic control; user-selected vacuum; standbymode; hydrophobic bacterialfilter; trolley; modularconstruction allows fordifferent configurations fordifferent clinical purposes.

LAST UPDATED February 2004 February 2004 May 2007 May 2007Supplier Footnotes

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MODEL GABLER GIMA IMPACT MEDELAFSE600-110033 : FSE650-110033

TOBI HOSPITAL 28234 Sorenson Model 2492 Vario 8 (Ambu Thoracic LowVac)

WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Worldwide Worldwide WorldwideFDA CLEARANCE No No Submitted SubmittedCE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes No YesPUMP TYPE Diaphragm Oilless diaphragm Motor/blower Piston/cylinder;

maintenance-free,QuatroFlex technology

VACUUM SYSTEMPressure range, cm H2O 0-205 0-917.7 0-58 0-90Indicator type Gauge Gauge, manometer Gauge, manometer GaugeSafety cutoff pressure,cm H2O

205 Not specified 70 Not specified

Airflow, L/min 4 30 115 8COLLECTION SYSTEMContainer Autoclavable polysulfone jar Bottle Bottle Reusable/disposable bottle;

water-seal safetyNumber 1 2 2 1

Capacity, L 1.8 4 3.8 0.25, 2Overflow protection Yes Yes Bottle Integral mechanical;

optional hydrophobicTUBINGNumber of inlets 1 2 2 1Internal diameter, cm (in) 7 (2.8) Not specified 0.95 (0.37) 0.8 (0.31)Length, m (ft) Not specified Not specified 1.52 (5) 2 (6.6)

CHASSISFinish Molded polyurethane ABS Powder-coated stainless

steelPlastic

Caster diameter, cm (in) NA Not specified 8 (3) NA (portable); optionalambulatory trolley

LINE POWER, VAC 110-240 110-240 115 or 220-240 100-120/220-240Hz 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60; built-in battery,

optional external 12 VDCH x W x D, cm (in) 29 x 44 x 22 (11.4 x 17.3 x

8.7)55 x 45 x 65 (21.7 x 17.7 x25.6)

86 x 41 x 36 (34 x 16 x 14) 38 x 17 x 28.5 (15 x 6.7 x11.2)

WEIGHT, kg (lb) 4.8 (10.6) : 5 (11) 20 (44.1) 11.4 (25) 3.5 (7.7); 5.1 (11.2) withoptional external 12 VDCbattery

PURCHASEINFORMATIONList price £740 (US$1,470) Not specified $1,325 $1,245; $2,102 with

ambulatory trolley andcollection system

Warranty 1 year 1 year 1 year 2 yearsDelivery time, ARO Ex-stock to 6 weeks Not specified From stock, 2 weeks 5 daysNumber sold Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specifiedFiscal year Not specified Not specified January to December Not specified

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MODEL GABLER GIMA IMPACT MEDELAFSE600-110033 : FSE650-110033

TOBI HOSPITAL 28234 Sorenson Model 2492 Vario 8 (Ambu Thoracic LowVac)

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Microprocessor-controlledintermittent suction; optionalliner system and larger jarsizes.

None specified. Meets requirements of ASTM/ISO.

AC/DC thoracic aspirator;also available as AC,

AC/DC high vacuum, andconstant/intermittent; Ni-MHbattery. Meets requirementsof IEC 601-1/EN 60601-1,ISO 9001/EN 46001, andUL 2601-1/544.

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MODEL MGE MGE MGE OHIO MEDICALSAM 17T Theatre Thoracic SAM 17W Ward Thoracic SAM 427 Portable Thoracic MOBLVAC III

WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA WorldwideFDA CLEARANCE No No No YesCE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes Yes NoPUMP TYPE Oilless diaphragm Oilless diaphragm Oilless diaphragm Oilless rotary carbon vaneVACUUM SYSTEMPressure range, cm H2O 0-70 0-70 0-70 0-380Indicator type Gauge Gauge Gauge GaugeSafety cutoff pressure,cm H2O

200 70 70 Not specified

Airflow, L/min 25 15 10 36, constant mode; 8,intermittent mode

COLLECTION SYSTEMContainer Bottle or disposable liner Bottle or disposable liner Bottle or disposable liner Any disposable unitNumber 1 1 1 Not specified

Capacity, L 2 2 1 Not specifiedOverflow protection Float valve, hydrophobic

filterFloat valve, hydrophobicfilter

Float valve, hydrophobicfilter

Trap bottle, visual indicator

TUBINGNumber of inlets Not specified Not specified Not specified 1Internal diameter, cm (in) 0.8 (0.31) 0.8 (0.31) 0.8 (0.31) 0.63 (0.25)Length, m (ft) 2 (6.6) 2 (6.6) 2 (6.6) Varies

CHASSISFinish Not specified Not specified Silicone Molded polyolefinCaster diameter, cm (in) Not specified Not specified Not specified 10.1 (4)

LINE POWER, VAC 110/120, 220/250 110/120, 220/250 220/250; optional 110/120,11-15 DC from vehicle

110/220

Hz 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60H x W x D, cm (in) 38 x 45 x 20 (15 x 17.7 x

7.9)38 x 45 x 20 (15 x 17.7 x7.9)

30 x 33 x 13 (11.8 x 13 x5.1)

71.1 x 35.6 x 40.6 (28 x 14x 16)

WEIGHT, kg (lb) 10 (22) 10 (22) 7 (15.4) 15.87 (35)PURCHASEINFORMATIONList price £880 (US$1,727) £880 (US$1,727) £1,155 (US$2,267) with

carry case and PSU

$2,310

Warranty 1 year 1 year 2 years 3 yearsDelivery time, ARO 2-3 weeks 2-3 weeks 2-3 weeks 1 weekNumber sold Not specified Not specified Not specified 10,000Fiscal year Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified



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MODEL MGE MGE MGE OHIO MEDICALSAM 17T Theatre Thoracic SAM 17W Ward Thoracic SAM 427 Portable Thoracic MOBLVAC III

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Autoclavable collectionvessel supplied; automaticshutoff; overflow controlvalves and internal filter;noise level 65 dB; bacterialor hydrophobic filtersavailable. Meetsrequirements of BSI,DEMKO, EN ISO 9001, ISO10079-1, GS/TUV, IEC 601-1, NEMKO, and SEMKO.

Autoclavable collectionvessel supplied; automaticshutoff; overflow controlvalves and internal filter;noise level 65 dB; bacterialor hydrophobic filtersavailable. Meetsrequirements of BSI,DEMKO, EN ISO 9001,ISO 10079-1, GS/TUV, IEC601-1, NEMKO, andSEMKO.

Autoclavable collectionvessel supplied; automaticshutoff; overflow controlvalves and internal filter;noise level 65 dB; bacterialor hydrophobic filtersavailable. Meetsrequirements of BSI,DEMKO, EN ISO 9001,ISO 10079-1, GS/TUV, IEC601-1, NEMKO, andSEMKO.

Constant/intermittentmultipurpose suctionmachine; unit has dualvacuum ports. Meetsrequirements of CSA, ISO13485, and UL.

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MODEL OHIO MEDICAL ORDISI SAMED WELLS JOHNSONMOBLVAC III-cs FM-2000 AT1 for Thoracic Suction Hercules

WHERE MARKETED Worldwide Worldwide Worldwide WorldwideFDA CLEARANCE Yes No No YesCE MARK (MDD) No Submitted Yes Not specifiedPUMP TYPE Oilless rotary carbon vane Diaphragm Membrane Oilless piston drivenVACUUM SYSTEMPressure range, cm H2O 0-788.5 0-30 0-210 0-1,000 (0-737 mm Hg)Indicator type Gauge Manometer Analog GaugeSafety cutoff pressure,cm H2O

Not specified Not specified 0-50 with water valve Not specified

Airflow, L/min 38 minimum 150-300 3.3 Not specifiedCOLLECTION SYSTEMContainer Any disposable unit Glass bottle Autoclavable polycarbonate Canister, linerNumber Not specified 1 1 1

Capacity, L Not specified 2.5 2 2Overflow protection Trap bottle, visual indicator Yes Yes Auto cutoff, in-line filter

TUBINGNumber of inlets 1 1 2 1

Internal diameter, cm (in) 0.63 (0.25) Not specified 0.8 (0.31) 0.96 (0.38)Length, m (ft) Varies Not specified 2 (6.6) 2.74 (9)

CHASSISFinish Molded polyolefin Polyester reinforced with

fiberglassUser-configured Satin-buffed, clear,

anodized aluminumCaster diameter, cm (in) 10.1 (4) 8 (3.2) 12.4 (4.9) Not specified

LINE POWER, VAC 110/220 120/220 230 110/220Hz 50/60 50/60 50 50/60

H x W x D, cm (in) 71.1 x 35.6 x 40.6 (28 x 14x 16)

96 x 41.5 x 40.5 (37.8 x16.3 x 15.9)

93 x 38 x 30 (36.6 x 15 x11.8)

44.5 x 47 x 47.5 (17.5 x18.5 x 18.7)

WEIGHT, kg (lb) 14.51 (32) 10 (22) 18 (39.7) 33.1 (73)PURCHASEINFORMATIONList price $1,889 €944 (US$1,260) €1,000 (US$1,333); €48

(US$58) canister$3,395 (110 V), $3,995 (220V)

Warranty 3 years 1 year 1 year, except for

consumables and labor

5 years, parts and labor

Delivery time, ARO 1 week Not specified 15 days Not specifiedNumber sold 2,500 Not specified Not specified Not specifiedFiscal year Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified



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MODEL OHIO MEDICAL ORDISI SAMED WELLS JOHNSONMOBLVAC III-cs FM-2000 AT1 for Thoracic Suction Hercules

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Constant-only suctionmachine; unit has dualvacuum ports. Meetsrequirements of CSA, ISO9001, and UL.

Meets requirements of ISO9002.

None specified. Compression garments;backups; footswitch;disposable liners andvarious curettes alsoavailable.

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MODEL WELLS JOHNSONWhisperator

WHERE MARKETED WorldwideFDA CLEARANCE YesCE MARK (MDD) Not specifiedPUMP TYPE Oilless piston driven or

rotary vaneVACUUM SYSTEMPressure range, cm H2O 0-1,000 (0-737 mm Hg)Indicator type GaugeSafety cutoff pressure,cm H2O

Not specified

Airflow, L/min 114, 212COLLECTION SYSTEMContainer Canister, linerNumber 1

Capacity, L 2Overflow protection Auto cutoff, in-line filter

TUBING

Number of inlets 1Internal diameter, cm (in) 0.96 (0.38)Length, m (ft) 2.74 (9)

CHASSISFinish Satin-buffed, clear,

anodized aluminumCaster diameter, cm (in) Not specified

LINE POWER, VAC 110/220Hz 50/60

H x W x D, cm (in) 44.5 x 47 x 47.5 (17.5 x18.5 x 18.7)

WEIGHT, kg (lb) 31.3 (69), 42.2 (93)PURCHASEINFORMATIONList price $2,995 (110 V), $3,695 (220

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Warranty 5 years, parts and laborDelivery time, ARO Not specifiedNumber sold Not specifiedFiscal year Not specified



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MODEL WELLS JOHNSONWhisperator

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Compression garments;backups; footswitch;disposable liners andvarious curettes alsoavailable.

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