Aspirators, Airway - 071024094338
Aspirators, Airway - 071024094338
Aspirators, Airway - 071024094338
Aspirators, Airway
Published 1/1/2024
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Comparison Chart
Aspirators, Airway
This Product Comparison covers line- and battery-powered portable airway aspirators that are used in airway emergencies in the hospital and in the field. Pneumatically powered
units and manual units that are not electrically powered are excluded.
Portable airway aspirators are used to remove obstructing secretions, blood, or vomitus from a patient's airway to keep air passages to the lungs open and to allow spontaneous
or mechanical ventilation. Suctioning can be either oropharyngeal (to prepare for emergency intubation or to remove secretions from the upper airway above the glottis) or
tracheal (to remove secretions and to maintain the airway of an intubated patient).
In hospitals, battery operation is less important than it is in the field (e.g., on ambulances). Hospitals use airway aspirators on crash carts and in areas that do not have access to
the central vacuum system.
The following device terms and product codes as listed in ECRI’s Universal Medical Device Nomenclature System™ (UMDNS™) are covered:
These devices are also called: emergency aspirators, portable aspirators, portable suction units, suction pumps.
Comparison Chart
Aspirators, Airway
Purpose
Portable airway aspirators are used to remove obstructing secretions, blood, or vomitus from a patient's airway to keep air passages to the lungs open and to allow spontaneous or
mechanical ventilation. Suctioning can be either oropharyngeal (to prepare for emergency intubation or to remove secretions from the upper airway above the glottis) or tracheal (to
remove secretions and to maintain the airway of an intubated patient).
In hospitals, battery operation is less important than it is in the field (e.g., on ambulances). Hospitals use airway aspirators on crash carts and in areas that do not have access to the
central vacuum system.
Principles of Operation
The typical components of airway aspirators are a suction (vacuum) pump, tubing (catheters), regulators and gauges, a collection canister, batteries and a charger, and a carrying
case. These units can rest on a storeroom shelf, on a bedside stand in the hospital, or on a shelf in the ambulance.
Vacuum Pumps
The main component of an airway aspirator is the vacuum pump, which creates the suction necessary for aspiration.
Some units use rotary-vane pumps, in which sliding vanes move volumes of gas in a rotary motion (see Figure 1).
This type of pump increases the volume of the chamber between vanes on the inlet side to draw in gas and then
compresses the gas as it approaches the outlet. The pumps of most airway aspirators, however, are diaphragm
pumps, in which a mechanical drive flexes a rubber diaphragm back and forth in a chamber, alternately increasing
and decreasing the chamber volume and the pressure (see Figure 2). One-way valves direct compressed air to the
exhaust outlet and allow suctioned air to enter the vacuum inlet. Some airway aspirators use piston pumps, which
operate much like diaphragm pumps. A mechanical drive slides a piston back and forth within a honed cylinder,
alternately increasing and decreasing the chamber volume. The flow of air is controlled by one-way valves.
The vacuum level of some airway aspirators can be adjusted from a high setting for rapidly clearing the oropharynx to
a lower setting to prevent traumatic tracheal suctioning. Most units reduce the vacuum level by bleeding air into the
system.
For tracheal suctioning, the aspirator should provide a vacuum level of 80 to 120 mm Hg. For oropharyngeal
suctioning, the portable aspirator should provide a vacuum level of ≥400 mm Hg (typically 500 mm Hg or more) with
the collection canister in place and the suction tube occluded. To reduce the risk of trauma resulting from excessive
vacuum levels in tracheal suctioning, the portable airway aspirator should be able to limit the suction applied to the tubing to a lower level than that used for oropharyngeal suctioning
and should consistently maintain the level within 10%, regardless of vibrations and other mechanical disturbances.
Free-flow of ≥25 L/min is also recommended. (Free-flow is the flow achieved at maximum vacuum setting when the
tubing is completely open.) Rapidly suctioning the most tenacious vomitus and/or mucus encountered in patients is
one of the most demanding applications of portable aspirators; therefore, meeting this requirement is essential. For
a given suction tip and hose, this application depends on reaching a high vacuum level in minimum time. The unit
should be able to increase suction from 0 to 300 mm Hg in ≤4 seconds.
Most units have vacuum regulators and gauges that allow the delivery of variable suction levels suitable for either
oropharyngeal or tracheal suctioning. Certain models have a regulator but no gauge; instead, pressure graduations
are marked on a regulator control screw to allow the operator to set the collection canister's approximate vacuum
level.
The aspirated materials are collected in a disposable or reusable canister connected between the patient and the
suction source. Reusable canisters are typically used with liners to allow for easy and safe cleaning.
Overflow protection is often provided to help prevent aspirate from entering and polluting the pump, controls, and
environment and from contaminating personnel. Some aspirators feature combination float/rubber splashguards as
part of the regulator in the canister lid to protect against overflow, while others may have mechanical shutoff
systems in the canister top to prevent overflow. In some cases, the canister can also be equipped with a
hydrophobic or bacterial filter. Users should be aware that filters will reduce the maximum flow rates.
Reported Problems
Errors in displayed vacuum levels result from both gauge inaccuracy and poor placement of the gauge in the system to measure vacuum. Typically, a gauge will be most accurate if it is
located at the canister. A gauge placed near the pump can produce falsely high readings. To check the maximum vacuum level at a given regulator setting, the user should read the
gauge when the suction catheter is completely occluded.
Units without shutoff devices may allow aspirated material to flow through the pump, eventually forcing it to stop. This could cause suctioning to be interrupted for several minutes
while the canister is emptied, the pump is cleaned, and the unit is restarted. Cleaning or overflow may also expose users to infectious material. Smaller-capacity canisters can
increase the risk of overflow and may need to be changed more often, especially in models without adequate overflow protection.
Infection control practices require that aspirate not be released routinely into the environment. Compared to disposable canisters, reusable canisters pose greater infection risks
during handling and require many safeguards when emptying, cleaning, and disinfecting. Operators should use universal precautions, including wearing gloves, face shields or masks,
and gowns, when performing these procedures. Manufacturer instructions for disinfecting reusable equipment, as well as for disinfecting the suction pump, should be strictly followed
to prevent cross-contamination. In addition, used canisters and other disposables must be disposed of in accordance with state and local medical waste regulations.
Larger units can be difficult to carry and remove quickly from their cases at an emergency site. Units with limited storage space can be difficult to pack and to close without crimping
the hose. A crimped hose may cause problems during use because the vacuum inside the hose could cause it to collapse and restrict flow. Some units include hose wraps to help
alleviate this problem, but unless they are wrapped carefully, hoses can be difficult to untangle.
Exhaust from some pumps is vented inside the case and could be partially occluded by an object pressing against the outside of the case, possibly diminishing the performance of the
aspirator.
Users should also be aware that vibrations caused by the vacuum pump may cause a portable aspirator to move or "walk" during use when placed on a flat, smooth surface.
Battery-powered devices will often be less dependable than suction regulators used with a hospital's more reliable central vacuum system. Therefore, battery-powered aspirators
should not be installed on hospital crash carts unless they are serving areas where the central vacuum system is inaccessible or unreliable. ECRI recommends that at minimum, one
crash cart in the hospital (typically in the emergency room) be equipped with a portable airway aspirator and be used to cover public areas of the hospital that are not served by the
central vacuum system.
Purchase Considerations
ECRI Recommendations
Included in the accompanying comparison chart are ECRI's recommendations for minimum performance requirements for airway aspirators. Purchasers must first determine the
intended applications of the aspirator; some units are designed only for oropharyngeal use, while others can also be used for tracheal aspiration.
Airway aspiration may require moderate to high vacuum and flow rates. Units should be able to provide suction of ≥400 mm Hg at maximum settings to remove tenacious secretions
but should also allow lower vacuum levels to help prevent tissue damage. Also, the aspirator should be capable of reaching a vacuum level of 300 mm Hg in ≤4 seconds. Vacuum
gauges and vacuum-limiting devices (e.g., regulators) are helpful in allowing application of appropriate and safe suction levels. Vacuum gauges should be both accurate and easy to
read. Collection canisters—whether disposable or reusable—should hold ≥1,000 mL of liquid and should prevent overflow of aspirated material, which may clog the aspirator and
should be considered infectious.
Since airway aspirators are commonly used outside the hospital setting, they should be easy to use and transport. Units should weigh <6 kg (13.2 lb), including the carrying case and
all accessories, although models intended solely for crash-cart use can weigh more. Fully charged batteries should power the unit at maximum vacuum for ≥30 minutes, and both
audible and visual warnings should alert the user when batteries are nearing depletion. Integral battery chargers are preferable to separate units to prevent loss of the charger. A
battery charging indicator is required.
Other Considerations
Case designs preclude some airway aspirators from crash-cart use, especially if the case is an integral part of the unit. Some units are relatively heavy and less convenient to carry,
which is a consideration if the aspirator is to be used by emergency medical technicians (EMTs).
Most manufacturers offer disposable collection containers. Discarding disposable canisters and their contents should be easy, with minimal risk of spills or contamination. The cost of
disposables should be weighed against the cost, time, and infection risks associated with the disinfection of reusables. Most units with disposable containers can accept alternative
manufacturers' containers. These standard containers may be more convenient to order and offer the user a choice of suppliers.
The aspirator should be easy and intuitive to turn on, adjust, and operate. A quick and simple method of setting the unit to maximum vacuum for oropharyngeal suctioning is
desirable. It should be uncomplicated to empty or exchange canisters and continue to operate the pump without significant risk of instrument or operator contamination.
Disconnecting and reconnecting the unit at the recharging station should be convenient; the connection should be secure, even if performed in a hurry. An indicator should show
whether the charger is connected to a power source and to the battery. An indicator of when the battery is ready (fully or mostly charged) is desirable, as is a means to continue
operation (e.g., by exchanging batteries) in the event of a low or failed battery during use.
As with any device to be used for resuscitation, airway aspirators should undergo acceptance testing to ensure that they meet maximum vacuum and flow specifications. Units being
considered for use aboard transport helicopters should be assessed more rigorously to ensure that there is no electromagnetic interference with instrumentation or
telecommunication systems.
Cost Containment
Because airway aspirators entail ongoing operational costs, the initial acquisition cost does not accurately reflect the total cost of ownership. Therefore, a purchase decision should
be based on issues such as life-cycle cost (LCC), discount rates and non-price-related benefits offered by the supplier, and standardization with existing equipment in the department
or hospital (i.e., purchasing all airway aspirators and/or collection containers from one supplier). Other costs that should be considered for budgetary planning include other
disposables, accessories such as bacterial filters, optional accessories, and inspection and repair costs. Prices for disposable tubing and catheters vary greatly, depending on a
number of factors, including type, size, material, manufacturer, and bulk-rate discounts. Many of these disposables can be used with a number of manufacturers' airway aspirators.
For information on PV/LCC analysis, customized analyses, and purchase decision support, readers should contact ECRI's Capital Guide Group.
Stage of Development
Portable airway aspirators are a mature and stable technology, and revolutionary changes or improvements are not expected. Manufacturers will most likely continue to develop
better and lighter-weight, larger-capacity canisters and longer-lasting batteries.
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Manufacturer Allied Healthcare Products Inc ATMOS MedizinTechnik GmbH ATMOS MedizinTechnik GmbH Clements Medical Equipment
Gomco 405 & Co KG & Co KG Pty Ltd Div ICU Medical
ATMOS C 341 Battery ATMOS E 341 Battery Ceevac
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Africa, Asia, Australia, Middle
East
FDA CLEARANCE Yes No No No
CE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes Yes Yes
OROPHARYNGEAL USE
Prehospital (EMS) Yes No No Yes
Intrahospital (crash carts) Yes Yes Yes Yes
PUMP TYPE Rotary vane Diaphragm Diaphragm Piston
COLLECTION CANISTER(S)
Capacity measured, mL 1,200 1,000 1,000 1,000
Graduations Yes 50 mL 50 mL Yes
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
Connector labels No Yes Yes Yes
Reusable/disposable Reusable, disposable Reusable or disposable Reusable or disposable Reusable
FILTER TYPE Hydrophobic Hydrophobic, bacterial Hydrophobic, bacterial Bacterial
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) 6.35 (0.25) 10 (0.39) or 6 (0.24) 10 (0.39) or 6 (0.24) 8 (0.31)
Length, m (ft) 0.4 (1.3), 0.5 (1.5), 1.8 (6) 1.3 (4.26) 1.3 (4.26) 1.5 (5)
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg -80 to -635 or -25 to -555, 0-800 0-800 0-600
continuously variable
Time to 300 mm Hg, sec 2.2 5-10 5-10 4
Flow rate at max vacuum, >30, adjustable 26 ±4 34 ±4 24
L/min
VACUUM-LEVEL CONTROL Variable Rotary knob Button Regulator
VACUUM GAUGE NA Yes No Yes
Diameter, cm (in) NA 3.9 (1.5) No 5.5 (2)
LINE POWER, VAC 115/230 230, 50/60 Hz 230, 50/60 Hz 100-240, 50/60 Hz
BATTERY
Type NA Lead-acid Lithium-ion Sealed lead-acid
ACCESSORIES Not specified Tubing, wall and standard Tubing, wall and standard 60-min battery, 1 L collection
support, canister, DDS bacterial support, canister, DDS bacterial canister, 1 L canister with bung, 1
filter, disposable system, car filter, disposable system, car L disposable liner canister,
charger charger bacterial filter (pack of 12), line
power cable, DC charge cable,
suction tubing
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature -40 to +60°C -40 to +70°C -40 to +70°C -25 to +70°C
Delivery time, ARO Not specified 1-2 weeks 1-2 weeks 2 weeks
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Self-contained unit provides None specified. None specified. Smart charger allows pump to be
protection against pump and used while charging battery.
gauge contamination.
LAST UPDATED December 2021 December 2021<2> December 2021<2> May 2021
UMDNS CODE(S) 27657 27657 27657 10219, 27657
Supplier Footnotes
Model Footnotes
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) 7 (0.3) 7 (0.28) Not specified 6 (0.24)
Length, m (ft) 1.8 (5.9) 0.5 (1.6) Not specified Not specified
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg 0-620 0-602 0-650 0-563
Time to 300 mm Hg, sec Not specified 2 Not specified Not specified
Flow rate at max vacuum, 53 26 30 16
L/min
VACUUM-LEVEL CONTROL Air-leak valve Air-leak valve Regulator Regulator
VACUUM GAUGE Yes Yes Yes Yes
Diameter, cm (in) Not specified 6 (2.4) 15.2 (6) 10.2 (4)
LINE POWER, VAC 110-120, 220-240, 50/60 Hz Not specified (60 W) 110/230, 50/60 Hz 110-230, 50/60 Hz
BATTERY
Type NA Sealed lead-acid 12 VDC 4 Ah (lead, hermetic) 12 VDC 3 Ah (lead, hermetic)
Life, min NA 60 45 50
ACCESSORIES Suction tubing, intermediate Connections to mains, Tubing, sterile cannula, Tubing, canister, suction tip,
tubing, bacteria filter, collection connections to vehicle lighter disposable suction liner, canister, bottles, filter
container socket bottles, vehicle charger, filter,
carrying case
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature -25 to +70°C 0-40°C -10 to +50°C -25 to +70°C
Delivery time, ARO 6-8 weeks, depends on order From stock to 6 weeks 30 days 60 days
quantity
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS None specified. Meets BS and European Autoclavable collection canister Handle for easy transport;
standards; meets requirements of includes safety valve. Meets autoclavable collection canister
ISO 10079-1 and ISO 13485. requirements of IEC 601-1, UNI includes safety valve. Meets
EN ISO 10077-1; class IIb. requirements of IEC 601-1; class
IIb.
LAST UPDATED November 2023 October 2021 October 2021 October 2021
UMDNS CODE(S) 27657 27657 27657 27657
Supplier Footnotes
Model Footnotes
Data Footnotes
Manufacturer GIMA SpA Laerdal Medical Corp Laerdal Medical Corp Laerdal Medical Corp
Super Vega with Battery 36 L/min LCSU 4 880051 LCSU 4 880061 LSU 78 00 00/78 00 10
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Worldwide Worldwide Worldwide, except USA
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) 6 (0.24) 8 (0.31) 8 (0.31) 8 (0.31)
Length, m (ft) Not specified 1.8 (6) 1.8 (6) 1.5 (4.9)
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg 0-563 50-550 (±27.5) 50-550 (±27.5) 0 to ≥500
LINE POWER, VAC 110-230, 50/60 Hz 100-240, 12 VDC 100-240, 12 VDC 100-240, 12-24 VDC
BATTERY
Type 12 VDC 3 Ah (lead, hermetic) Ni-MH Ni-MH Ni-MH
Life, min 50 ≤45, free flow ≤45, free flow 45 @ ≥500 mm Hg setting
Low-battery signal Yes Yes, LED Yes, LED Yes, 4-segment LED
Rechargeable Yes Yes Yes Yes
CHARGER Integral External External Integral, optional external
Recharge time, hr 2 ≤5 ≤5 3
Indicator, battery charging Yes Yes, on suction unit Yes, on suction unit Yes, on suction unit
Weight, kg (lb) Not specified 2 (4.4) 1.6 (3.5) 3.7 (8.2) including battery
ASPIRATOR
H x W x D, cm (in) 35 x 21 x 18 (13.8 x 8.3 x 7.1) 23.6 x 19 x 23.6 (9.3 x 7.5 x 9.3) 18.5 x 26.2 x 8.12 (7.3 x 10.3 x 31.5 x 33 x 16 (12.4 x 13.1 x 6.3)
3.2)
Weight, kg (lb) 4.9 (10.8) 1.9 (4.3) 1.5 (3.3) 4 (8.8)
ACCESSORIES Tubing, canister, suction tip, External charger, wire canister External charger, wire canister Built-in AC/DC power
bottles, filter bracket, rechargeable 12 VDC Ni- bracket, rechargeable 12 VDC Ni- transformer, AC and DC power
MH battery, AC and DC power MH battery, AC and DC power cords, external charger,
cords, AC/DC adapter charger, cords, AC/DC adapter charger, disposable or reusable canister,
disposable canisters and soft- disposable canisters and soft- optional carrying case
pouch carrying case pouch carrying case
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature -25 to +70°C 0-40°C (32-104°F) 0-40°C (32-104°F) 0-40°C (32-104°F)
Warranty 1 year 2 years, limited; 90 days battery 2 years, limited; 90 days battery 5 years, limited
Delivery time, ARO 60 days 1-2 weeks 1-2 weeks 1-2 weeks
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Handle for easy transport; Pedatric vaccum range color Pedatric vaccum range color Splash-proof (protection class
autoclavable collection canister indictated on control panel; multi- indictated on control panel; multi- IP34D); industry-first device
includes safety valve. Meets language (19) directions; splash- language (19) directions; splash- diagnostics; fast charging. Meets
requirements of IEC 601-1; class proof (protection class IP12). proof (protection class IP12). requirements of ISO 10079-
IIb. Meets requirements of CSA, ISO Meets requirements of CSA, ISO 1:1999, UL, CSA, and MDD
10079-1:1999, and UL. 10079-1:1999, and UL. 93/42/EEC.
LAST UPDATED October 2021 June 2021 June 2021 June 2021
UMDNS CODE(S) 27657 27657 27657 27657
Supplier Footnotes
Model Footnotes
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) 8 (0.31) Not specified 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28)
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg 80-500, 11-67 kPa 23 to >51 kPa 0-563 0-563
LINE POWER, VAC 100-240, 12-24 VDC 100-240, 12-24 VDC 120/220-240 120/220-240
BATTERY
Type Ni-MH NA NA Ni-MH
Life, min 30 NA NA 30
ACCESSORIES Built-in AC/DC power NA Tubing, filters, built-in charger for Tubing, filters, built-in charger for
transformer, AC and DC power AC/DC power, AC power cord, AC/DC power, AC power cord,
cords, external charger, optional soft carrying case optional soft carrying case
disposable canister
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature 0-40°C (32-104°F) -40 to +65.6°C (-40 to +150°F) Not specified Not specified
Warranty 5 years, limited; 90 days battery NA 2 years; 6 months QuatroFlex 2 years; 6 months QuatroFlex
and battery and battery
Delivery time, ARO 1-2 weeks 1-2 weeks 5-7 days 5-7 days
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Pedatric vaccum range color None specified. Meets requirements of IEC/EN Meets requirements of IEC/EN
indictated on control panel; multi- 60601-1, ISO 10079-1, and ISO 60601-1, ISO 10079-1, and ISO
language (19) directions; noise 9001/EN 46001. 9001/EN 46001.
level: 46-56 dBA; splash-proof
(protection class IP34D);
industry-first device diagnostics.
Meets requirements of ISO
10079-1:1999, UL, CSA, and
MDD 93/42/EEC.
LAST UPDATED June 2021 June 2021 March 2021 March 2021
UMDNS CODE(S) 27657 27657 27657 27657
Supplier Footnotes
Model Footnotes
Data Footnotes
Manufacturer Medela LLC MG Electric (Colchester) Ltd MG Electric (Colchester) Ltd Ohio Medical Corp
Vario 18 C/I SAM 420 SAM e.p.s Care-E-Vac 3
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide Worldwide, except North America Worldwide, except North America Worldwide
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) 7 (0.28) 8 (0.31) 8 (0.31) 6.35 (0.25)
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg 0-413 0-600 0-600 0-550
LINE POWER, VAC 120/220-240 110-120 or 220-250, 50/60 Hz 110-120 or 220-250, 50/60 Hz, 110-240 or 120
12/24 VDC
BATTERY
Type Ni-MH Rechargeable NiCD Rechargeable NiMH Sealed lead-acid
ACCESSORIES Tubing, filters, built-in charger for All tubing and catheters, filter, All tubing and catheters, filter, Tubing, canister, suction tip;
AC/DC power, AC power cord, carrying case, charger, wall carrying case and strap, custom optional: floor stand, international
optional soft carrying case bracket for ambulance mounting, charging brackets for cord options
wall; ambulance brackets
available at extra charge
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature Not specified -20 to +60°C -20 to +60°C Not specified
Delivery time, ARO 5-7 days 2-4 weeks 2-4 weeks 7 days
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS AC/DC constant-intermittent Simultaneous run/charge; noise Simultaneous run/charge; noise Automatically switched internal
power has 3 preset on/off cycles: level 64 dB; designed with UK level 55 dB; designed in battery charger; accepts different-
32/16, 16/8, and 8/4 sec. Meets ambulance service; crash cart consultation with UK ambulance sized canisters.
requirements of IEC/EN 60601-1, clip available. Meets services; crash cart clip available.
ISO 10079-1, and ISO 9001/EN requirements of BSI, EN ISO Meets requirements of BSI,
46001. 9001, GS/TUV, IEC 601-1, DEMKO, EN ISO 9001, GS/TUV,
NEMKO, DEMKO, and SEMKO. IEC 601-1, NEMKO, DEMKO,
and SEMKO.
LAST UPDATED March 2021 June 2021 June 2021 December 2021<2>
UMDNS CODE(S) 27657 27657 27657 27657
Supplier Footnotes
Model Footnotes
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) 6.35 (0.25) Not specified Not specified Not specified
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg 0-550 0-300 ±10% 483 Not specified
Time to 300 mm Hg, sec Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Flow rate at max vacuum, 36 30 ±15% 13 26
L/min
VACUUM-LEVEL CONTROL Regulator, rotary knob On/off shuttle valve Regulator Regulator
VACUUM GAUGE Yes No Yes Yes
Diameter, cm (in) 10.2 (4) NA Not specified Not specified
BATTERY
Type Sealed lead-acid NA, oxygen powered Sealed lead-acid Not specified
Weight, kg (lb) 4.1 (9) 0.16 (0.35) 3.06 (6.74) 5.7 (12.6)
ACCESSORIES Built-in carrying case, battery, Yankaur suction tip and tubing, None specified None specified
tubing, canister, suction tip, rinse 1.8 m (6 ft) gas supply hose
bottle
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature Not specified -40 to +60°C Not specified Not specified
Delivery time, ARO 7 days Not specified Not specified Not specified
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Accepts different-size canisters; None specified. None specified. None specified.
optional 12 VDC external power
cord.
LAST UPDATED December 2021<1> October 2021 October 2021 October 2021
UMDNS CODE(S) 27657 10219, 27657 10219, 27657 10219, 27657
Supplier Footnotes
Model Footnotes
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide Worldwide Asia, Canada, South America, Asia, Canada, South America,
United Arab Emirates, USA United Arab Emirates, USA
FDA CLEARANCE Not specified Not specified Yes Yes
CE MARK (MDD) Not specified Not specified No No
OROPHARYNGEAL USE
Prehospital (EMS) Not specified Not specified Yes Yes
Intrahospital (crash carts) Not specified Not specified No No
PUMP TYPE Diaphragm Diaphragm Vacuum (not included) Engine
COLLECTION CANISTER(S)
Capacity measured, mL 1,200 2,000 1,000 1,000
Graduations 100 100 Yes Yes
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
Connector labels Yes Yes No No
Reusable/disposable Reusable Reusable Reusable Reusable
FILTER TYPE Hydrophobic, bacterial Hydrophobic, bacterial NA NA
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) Not specified Not specified 8 (0.31) 8 (0.31)
Length, m (ft) Not specified Not specified 1.5 (4.9) 1.5 (4.9)
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg Not specified 660 0-600 0-600
Time to 300 mm Hg, sec Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Flow rate at max vacuum, 19 26 ±30-35 ±30-35
L/min
VACUUM-LEVEL CONTROL Regulator Regulator Regulator valve Regulator valve
VACUUM GAUGE Yes Yes Yes Yes
Diameter, cm (in) Not specified Not specified 4.1 (1.6) 4.1 (1.6)
LINE POWER, VAC 100/240, 50/60 Hz 100/240, 50/60Hz Not specified Not specified
BATTERY
Type Not specified Not specified NA NA
ACCESSORIES None specified None specified Collection canister, vacuum hose, Collection canister, vacuum hose,
patient hose, fittings, disposable patient hose, fittings, disposable
liners liners
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Relative humidity Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
WORKING CONDITIONS
Temperature Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Relative humidity Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
PURCHASE INFORMATION
List price $1,202 $647 $182<1> $182<1>
Collection container $100/12 pack $105/12 pack $39 reusable acrylic container, $9 $39 reusable acrylic container, $9
package of 24 disposable liners package of 24 disposable liners
Warranty 3 years unit 5 years unit 2 years, Rico parts 2 years, Rico parts
Delivery time, ARO Not specified Not specified Built to order and from stock Built to order and from stock
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS None specified. None specified. Meets requirements of KKK-A- Meets requirements of KKK-A-
1822F. 1822F.
LAST UPDATED October 2021 October 2021 April 2021 April 2021
UMDNS CODE(S) 10219, 27657 10219, 27657 27657 27657
Supplier Footnotes
Model Footnotes
WHERE MARKETED Asia, Canada, South America, Asia, Canada, South America, Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA
United Arab Emirates, USA United Arab Emirates, USA
FDA CLEARANCE Yes Yes No No
CE MARK (MDD) No No Yes Yes
OROPHARYNGEAL USE
Prehospital (EMS) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Intrahospital (crash carts) No No Yes Yes
PUMP TYPE Vacuum (not included) Engine Piston Piston
COLLECTION CANISTER(S)
Capacity measured, mL 1,200 1,200 1,000 1,000
Graduations Yes Yes 100 mL 100 mL
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
Connector labels No No Yes Yes
Reusable/disposable Disposable Disposable Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable
FILTER TYPE NA NA Hydrophobic, bacterial Hydrophobic, bacterial
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) 8 (0.31) 8 (0.31) 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28)
Length, m (ft) 1.5 (4.9) 1.5 (4.9) 1.8 (6) 1.8 (6)
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg 0-550 0-550 50-550 50-550
Time to 300 mm Hg, sec Not specified Not specified <3 <3
Flow rate at max vacuum, 30-33 30-33 32 32
L/min
VACUUM-LEVEL CONTROL Regulator valve Regulator valve Regulator Regulator
VACUUM GAUGE Yes Yes Yes Yes
Diameter, cm (in) 4.1 (1.6) 4.1 (1.6) Not specified, digital Not specified; digital
LINE POWER, VAC Not specified Not specified 100/230, 50/60 Hz 100/230, 50/60 Hz
BATTERY
Type NA NA Ni-MH Ni-MH
Life, min NA NA 30 min on, 30 min off 30 min on, 30 min off
Weight, kg (lb) 1.4 (3) 1.8 (4) 3.2 (7) 2.4 (5.2)
ACCESSORIES Regulator collection canister, Regulator collection canister, Transport bag, shoulder strap Transport bag, shoulder strap
canister wall mount and ring, canister wall mount and ring,
vacuum hose, patient hose vacuum hose, patient hose
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature Not specified Not specified -40 to +70°C -40 to +70°C
Delivery time, ARO Built to order and from stock Built to order and from stock Not specified Not specified
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Meets requirements of KKK-A- Meets requirements of KKK-A- None specified. None specified.
1822F. 1822F.
LAST UPDATED April 2021 April 2021 November 2021 November 2021
UMDNS CODE(S) 27657 27657 27657 27657
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Model Footnotes
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28)
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg 50-550 ≤50 to ≥525 ≤50 to ≥525 ≤50 to ≥525
BATTERY
Type Ni-MH Alkaline (D cell) Sealed lead-acid Sealed lead-acid
Weight, kg (lb) 1.6 (3.5) 4.3 (9.5) 4.6 (10.1) 4.8 (10.7)
ACCESSORIES Transport bag, shoulder strap 12 D-size battery holder, patient Patient tubing, Hi-D large-bore Patient tubing, Hi-D large-bore
tubing, Hi-D large-bore suction tip suction tip, AC electrical cord suction tip, AC electrical cord
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature -40 to +70°C -40 to +50°C -40 to +70°C -40 to +70°C
Warranty 1 year 1 year 1 year, parts and labor; excludes 1 year, parts and labor; excludes
disposables; 3-year battery battery and disposables; 3-year
replacement policy battery replacement policy
Delivery time, ARO Not specified 3 weeks 3 weeks 3 weeks
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS None specified. Meets requirements of ETL, EC Accepts most hospital-grade Accepts most hospital-grade
60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IPX4. disposable canisters. Meets disposable canisters; includes
requirements of EC Directive retention bracket. Meets
89/336/EEC on electromagnetic requirements of EC Directive
compatibility, ETL, UL 60601-1, 89/336/EEC on electromagnetic
IEC 60601-1, and EN 60601-1-2, compatibility, ETL, UL 60601-1,
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1-M.90, IEC 60601-1, and EN 60601-1-2,
IPX4 per IEC 60529, and ISO CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1-M.90,
10079-1. IPX4 per IEC 60529, and ISO
10079-1.
LAST UPDATED November 2021 July 2021 December 2021<2> December 2021<2>
UMDNS CODE(S) 27657 27657 27657 27657
Supplier Footnotes
Model Footnotes Product also sold as SSCOR
DCell Suction.
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28)
Length, m (ft) 1.8 (6) 1.8 (6) 0.9 (3) 0.9 (3)
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg 125 or ≥525 ±15% 120 or ≥525 ±15% 80-100 or ≥500 80-100 or ≥500
Scale, mm Hg NA NA NA NA
BATTERY
Type User-supplied defibrillator battery; Sealed lead-acid Sealed lead-acid Sealed lead-acid
accepts batteries designed for
LIFEPAK defibrillator/monitors
Weight, kg (lb) 4.5 (10) 3.2 (7) 1.2 (2.6) 1.2 (2.6)
ACCESSORIES Patient tubing, Hi-D large-bore Patient tubing, Hi-D large-bore AC converter, electrical Hospital-grade converter,
suction tip, electrical connection suction tip, fixed-voltage charger, connection to vehicle, patient electrical connection to vehicle,
to vehicle electrical connection to vehicle tubing, Hi-D large-bore suction patient tubing, Hi-D large-bore
tip, optional desktop charger suction tip, optional desktop
charger
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature Not specified NA Not specified Not specified
Warranty 1 year, parts and labor; excludes 1 year 1 year, parts and labor; excludes 1 year, parts and labor; excludes
disposables battery and disposables battery and disposables
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Foam-enclosed canister collector; Polyethylene and polystyrene Meets requirements of EC Meets requirements of EC
stay-clean vinyl-coated nylon collection canisters; stay-clean Directive 89/336/EEC on Directive 89/336/EEC on
cover; tubing storage on side of vinyl-coated nylon cover; includes electromagnetic compatibility, electromagnetic compatibility,
unit. Meets requirements of EC UL-1310-listed fixed-voltage ETL, UL 60601-1, IEC 601-1 and ETL, UL 60601-1, IEC 601-1 and
Directive 89/336/EEC on charger. Meets requirements of EN 60601-1-2, CAN/CSA C22.2 EN 60601-1-2, CAN/CSA C22.2
electromagnetic compatibility. EC Directive 89/336/EEC on No. 601.1-M90, IPX4 per IEC No. 601.1-M90, IPX4 per IEC
electromagnetic compatibility. 60529, and ISO 10079-1. 60529, and ISO 10079-1.
LAST UPDATED December 2021<2> July 2021 December 2021<2> December 2021<2>
UMDNS CODE(S) 27657 27657 27657 27657
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Model Footnotes
Data Footnotes <1>Pricing information current as <1>Pricing information current as <1>Pricing information current as
of 2018. <2>Specifications of 2014. <2>Specifications of 2019. <2>Specifications
updated using manufacturer's updated using manufacturer's updated using manufacturer's
website. website. website.
Manufacturer SSCOR Inc SSCOR Inc SSCOR Inc SSCOR Inc
S-SCORT Jr Quickdraw Model S-SCORT Nine Model 2109 S-SCORT Ten Model 2100 S-SCORT Ten Model 2100S
2403
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28)
Length, m (ft) 0.9 (3) 1.8 (6) 1.8 (6) 1.8 (6)
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg 80-100 or ≥500 120 or ≥525 ±15% 120 or ≥525 ±15% 120 or ≥525 ±15%
Scale, mm Hg NA NA NA NA
BATTERY
Type Internal alkaline battery Sealed lead-acid Sealed lead-acid Sealed lead-acid
Weight, kg (lb) 1.2 (2.6) 3.8 (8.4) 4.5 (10) 4.5 (10)
ACCESSORIES 10 AAA battery holder, patient Patient tubing, Hi-D large-bore Patient tubing, Hi-D large-bore Patient tubing, Hi-D large-bore
tubing, Hi-D large-bore suction tip suction tip, fixed-voltage charger, suction tip, AC converter, suction tip, AC converter,
electrical connection to vehicle electrical connection to vehicle electrical connection to vehicle,
charging and retention shelf
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature -40 to +50°C Not specified Not specified Not specified
Relative humidity 0-95%, non-condensing Not specified Not specified Not specified
WORKING CONDITIONS
Temperature 0-40°C Not specified Not specified Not specified
Relative humidity 0-93%, non-condensing Not specified Not specified Not specified
PURCHASE INFORMATION
List price $549 $829<1> $1,143<1> $1,500<1>
Collection container $13 $5<1> $5<1> $5<1>
Warranty 1 year 1 year, parts and labor; excludes 1 year, parts and labor; excludes 1 year, parts and labor; excludes
battery and disposables battery and disposables; optional battery and disposables; 3-year
3-year battery replacement policy battery replacement policy
Delivery time, ARO 3 weeks 3 weeks 3 weeks 3 weeks
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) Rotomolded chassis. Meets Rotomolded chassis; optional Rotomolded chassis;
collection canisters. Meets requirements of EC Directive charging/retention shelf. Meets charging/retention shelf. Meets
requirements of EC Directive 89/336/EEC on electromagnetic requirements of EC Directive requirements of EC Directive
89/336/EEC on electromagnetic compatibility. 89/336/EEC on electromagnetic 89/336/EEC on electromagnetic
compatibility, ETL, UL 60601-1, compatibility, ETL, and UL 2601- compatibility, ETL, and UL 2601-
IEC 601-1 and EN 60601-1-2 and 1. 1.
certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2
NO. 601.1-M90, IPX4 per IEC
60529 and ISO 10079-1.
LAST UPDATED July 2021 December 2021<2> December 2021<2> December 2021<2>
UMDNS CODE(S) 27657 27657 27657 27657
Supplier Footnotes
Model Footnotes Product also known as SSCOR
Quickdraw Alkaline Battery
Powered.
Data Footnotes <1>Pricing information current as <1>Pricing information current as <1>Pricing information current as
of 2014. <2>Specifications of 2014. <2>Specifications of 2014. <2>Specifications
updated using manufacturer's updated using manufacturer's updated using manufacturer's
website. website. website.
Manufacturer SSCOR Inc SSCOR Inc WEINMANN Emergency WEINMANN Emergency
S-SCORT VX-2 Model 2310BV S-SCORT VX-2 Model 2310V Medical Technology GmbH & Medical Technology GmbH &
Co KG Co KG
ACCUVAC Lite ACCUVAC Pro
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide Worldwide Worldwide, except USA<1> Worldwide, except USA<1>
Scale, mm Hg 0-760 0-760 0-750 (0-1 bar) -75, -150, -375, -600 (-0.1, -0.2, -
0.5, -0.8 bar)
LINE POWER, VAC 115 or 100-240 115 or 100-240 100-240, 12 VDC 100-240, 12 VDC
BATTERY
Type Sealed lead-acid Sealed lead-acid Lead Lithium-ion
Relative humidity 0-93%, non-condensing 0-93%, non-condensing Not specified Not specified
PURCHASE INFORMATION
List price $1,263 $962 $877 (€737)<2> $1,289 (€1,083)<2>
Collection container $5 $5 $207 (€174) reusable canister $207 (€174) reusable canister
system, $9.00 (€7.57) disposable system, $9.00 (€7.57) disposable
canister system canister system
Warranty 1 year; 3-year battery 1 year 2 years 2 years
replacement policy
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Polyethylene and polystyrene Meets requirements of EC Meets requirements of EN 1789, Meets requirements of EN 1789,
collection canisters; includes Directive 89/336/EEC on EN ISO 10079-1, EN 60601-1, EN ISO 10079-1, EN 60601-1,
charging/retention bracket. Meets electromagnetic compatibility, EN 60601-1-12, RTCA DO-160 EN 60601-1-12, RTCA DO-160
requirements of EC Directive ETL, UL 60601-1, IEC 60601-1, G. G.
89/336/EEC on electromagnetic and EN 60601-1-2, CAN/CSA
compatibility, ETL, UL 60601-1, C22.2 No. 601.1-M.90, IPX4 per
IEC 60601-1, and EN 60601-1-2, IEC 60529, and ISO 10079-1.
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1-M.90,
IPX4 per IEC 60529, EN
1789:1999, and ISO 10079-1.
LAST UPDATED July 2021 July 2021 March 2021 March 2021
UMDNS CODE(S) 27657 27657 27657 27657
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Model Footnotes
Data Footnotes <1>Not yet available in some <1>Not yet available in some
countries. <2>With reusable countries. <2>With reusable
system; $1,047 (€880) with system; $1,459 (€1,226) with
disposable system and charger disposable system.
unit.
Manufacturer WT Farley Inc ZOLL Medical Corp An Asahi
Du-O-Vac Kasei Co
330
TUBING
Internal diameter, mm (in) Not specified 7 (0.28)
VACUUM
Range, mm Hg 0-350 adult, 0-180 pediatric 0-550
BATTERY
Type NA Lithium-ion
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Temperature Not specified -15 to +21°C