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- Weight: 1.49 lb
- Used by students and medical professionals alike to identify, listen to, and study heart, lung, and other body sounds for physical assessment, patient monitoring, and diagnosis
- High acoustic sensitivity for exceptional performance when doing general physical assessments
- Two sided chestpiece with tunable diaphragms on both the adult and pediatric sides
- Single piece tunable diaphragm is easy to attach and easier to clean because its surface is smooth without crevices
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MPN: 5620
- Phone: (800) 228-3957
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Frequently asked questions
Does this stethoscope contain latex?
No, the 3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope is **latex-free**.
Does the pediatric side convert to an open bell?
Yes, the pediatric side of the precision-machined stainless steel chestpiece is designed for versatility and can easily be converted into a traditional open bell.
* **Conversion Process:** To convert the pediatric side, you simply remove the single-piece tunable diaphragm and replace it with the **nonchill bell sleeve**.
* **Inclusions:** The necessary nonchill rim/sleeve is included with the stethoscope.
This feature provides flexibility, allowing you to quickly adapt the stethoscope for assessing patients of different sizes or for listening to lower-frequency sounds.
* **Conversion Process:** To convert the pediatric side, you simply remove the single-piece tunable diaphragm and replace it with the **nonchill bell sleeve**.
* **Inclusions:** The necessary nonchill rim/sleeve is included with the stethoscope.
This feature provides flexibility, allowing you to quickly adapt the stethoscope for assessing patients of different sizes or for listening to lower-frequency sounds.
Does the Classic III have excellent acoustic performance?
Yes, the 3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope is specifically engineered for **high acoustic sensitivity**, providing exceptional performance for general physical assessments and detailed diagnosis of heart, lung, and body sounds. Its acoustic capabilities are enhanced by several key features:
* **Dual Tunable Diaphragms:** The precision-machined stainless steel chestpiece is dual-sided, featuring tunable diaphragms on both the adult (1.7 inches / 4.3 cm) and pediatric (1.3 inches / 3.3 cm) sides. This allows you to hear both low and high-frequency sounds without turning over the chestpiece:
* Apply **light pressure** for low-frequency sounds.
* Apply **firm pressure** for high-frequency sounds.
* **Superior Acoustic Seal:** Snap-tight, soft-sealing eartips ensure a comfortable fit and create an excellent acoustic seal, which minimizes ambient noise interference and improves sound clarity.
* **Convertible Pediatric Side:** The smaller side of the chestpiece can easily be converted into a traditional open bell by replacing the diaphragm with the included nonchill rim, offering diagnostic versatility.
* **Dual Tunable Diaphragms:** The precision-machined stainless steel chestpiece is dual-sided, featuring tunable diaphragms on both the adult (1.7 inches / 4.3 cm) and pediatric (1.3 inches / 3.3 cm) sides. This allows you to hear both low and high-frequency sounds without turning over the chestpiece:
* Apply **light pressure** for low-frequency sounds.
* Apply **firm pressure** for high-frequency sounds.
* **Superior Acoustic Seal:** Snap-tight, soft-sealing eartips ensure a comfortable fit and create an excellent acoustic seal, which minimizes ambient noise interference and improves sound clarity.
* **Convertible Pediatric Side:** The smaller side of the chestpiece can easily be converted into a traditional open bell by replacing the diaphragm with the included nonchill rim, offering diagnostic versatility.
Is the dual-sided chestpiece tunable?
Yes, the 3M Littmann Classic III features a highly sensitive, dual-sided chestpiece with **tunable diaphragms** on both sides, ensuring exceptional acoustic performance for comprehensive assessments.
Key features of this design include:
* **Dual Tunability:** Both the adult side (1.7 inches / 4.3 cm) and the pediatric side (1.3 inches / 3.3 cm) utilize tunable technology.
* **Easy Frequency Switching:** This allows clinicians to easily hear low-frequency sounds by applying light pressure to the chestpiece and high-frequency sounds by applying firm pressure, all without needing to flip the chestpiece.
* **Open Bell Conversion:** The pediatric side offers enhanced versatility as it can be converted into a traditional open bell by replacing the diaphragm with the included nonchill rim.
Key features of this design include:
* **Dual Tunability:** Both the adult side (1.7 inches / 4.3 cm) and the pediatric side (1.3 inches / 3.3 cm) utilize tunable technology.
* **Easy Frequency Switching:** This allows clinicians to easily hear low-frequency sounds by applying light pressure to the chestpiece and high-frequency sounds by applying firm pressure, all without needing to flip the chestpiece.
* **Open Bell Conversion:** The pediatric side offers enhanced versatility as it can be converted into a traditional open bell by replacing the diaphragm with the included nonchill rim.
Is the Classic III stethoscope lightweight?
Yes, the 3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope is designed to be lightweight and comfortable for continuous use throughout the workday.
Its key physical specifications emphasize portability and ease of handling:
* **Net Weight:** Just **5.3 ounces (150 g)**.
* **Overall Length:** 27 inches (69 cm).
This construction, which features a durable stainless steel chestpiece and tubing improved for resistance to oils and alcohol, ensures reliability without adding excessive bulk.
Its key physical specifications emphasize portability and ease of handling:
* **Net Weight:** Just **5.3 ounces (150 g)**.
* **Overall Length:** 27 inches (69 cm).
This construction, which features a durable stainless steel chestpiece and tubing improved for resistance to oils and alcohol, ensures reliability without adding excessive bulk.
What durable materials are used for the headset?
The headset assembly of the 3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope is constructed using materials chosen for both durability and acoustic performance:
* **Headset Material:** The binaurals are made from a **wide diameter aerospace alloy / anodized aluminum**. This ensures the headset is robust yet lightweight.
* **Eartips:** The **snap-tight, soft-sealing eartips** feature a smooth surface, providing a comfortable fit and an optimal acoustic seal for clear sound transmission.
Additionally, the stethoscope is manufactured without **natural rubber latex or phthalate plasticizers**, prioritizing user safety and comfort.
* **Headset Material:** The binaurals are made from a **wide diameter aerospace alloy / anodized aluminum**. This ensures the headset is robust yet lightweight.
* **Eartips:** The **snap-tight, soft-sealing eartips** feature a smooth surface, providing a comfortable fit and an optimal acoustic seal for clear sound transmission.
Additionally, the stethoscope is manufactured without **natural rubber latex or phthalate plasticizers**, prioritizing user safety and comfort.
What accessories are included with the stethoscope?
The 3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope includes essential components to ensure an optimal fit and increased versatility in your practice:
* **Soft-Sealing Eartips:** Both large and small snap-tight eartips are included to help you achieve a comfortable fit and an excellent **acoustic seal**.
* **Nonchill Bell Sleeve:** This accessory is provided to easily convert the pediatric side of the dual-sided chestpiece into a **traditional open bell** for expanded listening capabilities.
* **Instructions:** Detailed instructions for proper use and maintenance are also included.
* **Soft-Sealing Eartips:** Both large and small snap-tight eartips are included to help you achieve a comfortable fit and an excellent **acoustic seal**.
* **Nonchill Bell Sleeve:** This accessory is provided to easily convert the pediatric side of the dual-sided chestpiece into a **traditional open bell** for expanded listening capabilities.
* **Instructions:** Detailed instructions for proper use and maintenance are also included.
Does the tubing resist skin oils and alcohol?
Yes, the 3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope features enhanced construction designed for longevity in clinical environments. The single-lumen tubing offers improved resistance to:
* **Skin Oils:** Helps prevent the tubing from breaking down or becoming sticky over time.
* **Alcohol:** Minimizes staining and degradation when cleaning with common disinfectants.
This improved durability ensures a longer functional life for the stethoscope. Additionally, the device is manufactured without natural rubber latex or phthalate plasticizers.
* **Skin Oils:** Helps prevent the tubing from breaking down or becoming sticky over time.
* **Alcohol:** Minimizes staining and degradation when cleaning with common disinfectants.
This improved durability ensures a longer functional life for the stethoscope. Additionally, the device is manufactured without natural rubber latex or phthalate plasticizers.
3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope