Allied Healthcare Vacutron Continuous / Intermittent Suction Regulator

Yes, the Allied Healthcare Vacutron regulator is highly versatile, offering both Continuous (Regulated) and Intermittent suction modes, in addition to an OFF setting. This dual functionality is crucial for various patient needs, from airway maintenance to gastric drainage.

Operating Modes and Specifications

• Continuous (Regulated) Mode:
  • Purpose: Provides precise, stable, and constant vacuum flow.
  • Range: 0 to 300 mm Hg.
  • Safety: Protected by a relief valve set at a maximum of 320 mm Hg.
• Intermittent Mode:
  • Purpose: Delivers cyclical suction.
  • Range: 0 to 150 mm Hg.
  • Cycle Time: Operates at a fixed cycle of 17 seconds of suction followed by 10 seconds without suction.
  • Safety: Protected by a relief valve set at a maximum of 170 mm Hg.

Yes, the Allied Healthcare Vacutron prioritizes safety with dual safety relief valves. These specialized valves ensure that the vacuum pressure never exceeds safe, calibrated limits for each operating mode:

• Regulated (Continuous) Mode: The safety valve is set at 320 mm Hg.
• Intermittent Mode: The safety valve is set at 170 mm Hg.

The Allied Healthcare Vacutron provides specific operating ranges for its dual suction capabilities, ensuring safe and effective use:

• Continuous (Regulated) Mode: The adjustable range is 0 - 300 mm Hg. This mode features a safety relief valve set at 320 mm Hg to prevent excessive vacuum pressure.
• Intermittent Mode: The adjustable range is 0 - 150 mm Hg. This mode cycles automatically, providing 17 seconds of suction followed by 10 seconds without suction. A separate safety relief valve is set at 170 mm Hg.

In intermittent mode, the suction cycle is 17 seconds on followed by 10 seconds off.

The Allied Healthcare Vacutron comes with a 10-year warranty.

The purchase includes the factory-new Allied Healthcare Vacutron Continuous / Intermittent Suction Regulator unit. The main regulator comes fully assembled with the specific inlet and outlet connection fittings integral to the unit, based on your selected configuration.

What is included:

• The main regulator unit with operating controls (OFF, Regulated, Intermittent).
• The integrated dual-scale vacuum gauge (reading in mm Hg and kPa).
• The configuration-specific inlet and outlet fittings (e.g., DISS, Chemetron, Puritan Bennett).

Please note: Necessary disposable accessories and consumable supplies are not included and must be purchased separately. These typically include Disposable Collection Canisters, Canister Carriers, Canister Holders, Specimen Bags, and Critical Measurement Inserts.

The gauge displays vacuum levels from 0 - 300 mm Hg in 5 mm Hg increments, and from 0 - 40 kPa in 2 kPa increments.

The operational modes are selected using a prominent, large rotary knob on the faceplate of the regulator. This feature allows for quick switching between the three distinct functional settings:

• OFF: Deactivates suction.
• Regulated (Continuous): Provides stable, constant vacuum suction. This mode supports a range of 0 to 300 mm Hg and is ideal for continuous needs like airway maintenance.
• Intermittent (INT): Provides cyclical suction, commonly used for procedures like gastric drainage. The cycle time is fixed at 17 seconds of suction followed by a 10-second period without suction.

The base unit of the Allied Healthcare Vacutron Suction Regulator weighs 1.3 lb (0.59 kg).

For context regarding its size, the overall dimensions are:

• Height: 6.8 inches (17.3 cm)
• Width: 2.65 inches (6.7 cm)
• Depth: 4.07 inches (10.4 cm)

Yes, the Allied Healthcare Vacutron Continuous / Intermittent Suction Regulator features an internal regulation mechanism that ensures consistent and reliable vacuum suction throughout its operation.