- Condition: Factory New
- Warranty: 1 Year
- Weight: 10.0 lb
- Two pre-set drainage levels - 90 mm Hg and 120 mm Hg
- Provides suction by alternating the expansion and contracting of air within a cylinder at regular intervals
- Designed for continuous use
- Low flow rates prevent damaging the delicate tissues of the GI tract
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Learn more:
- MFR: Allied Healthcare Ships from MFI Medical
- MPN: 01-22-2701
- Phone: (800) 444-3954
Frequently asked questions
What accessories are included with the aspirator?
The Gomco Model 270 comes as a complete, factory-new system designed for immediate gastric drainage use. In addition to the main aspirator unit, the package includes all necessary components and initial supplies:
- Disposable Collection Canister: One 1100 ml canister is included.
- Disposable Hydrophobic Bacteria Filters: Three filters are supplied to ensure hygienic operation and protect the internal pump from contamination.
- Disposable Suction Tubing Kit: This kit provides dual-length tubing for flexible setup (one 18” piece and one 72” piece).
- Floor Bottle Basket: This stability feature helps securely hold the collection canister during use.
Does the Gomco 270 have any certifications or regulatory approvals?
Yes, the Gomco 270 is UL/ETL listed and has FDA and HC regulatory approvals.
Is this aspirator suitable for continuous operation?
Yes, the Gomco Model 270 is designed for continuous use, featuring solid-state controls that help maintain mild suction for extended periods.
Does the Gomco 270 operate silently?
Yes, the Gomco Model 270 is specifically engineered for extremely quiet, continuous operation, making it ideal for bedside use in clinical or home settings. The unit operates at a sound level of less than 47 dBA.
This low noise level is achieved thanks to the exclusive thermotic pump design, which creates suction through the cyclical expansion and contraction of air within a cylinder, eliminating moving parts typically found in traditional suction pumps.
What power requirements does this aspirator have?
The Gomco Model 270 aspirator requires 115 V / 60 Hz power and comes with a 6-foot hospital-grade electrical AC plug for reliable and safe connection.
What is the primary use of the Model 270 aspirator?
The Gomco Model 270 Aspirator is engineered specifically for continuous gastric drainage applications, making it suitable for hospital, clinical, or home care settings.Its design includes features essential for reliability and patient safety during extended use: * Tissue Protection: It offers mild, consistent suction through two fixed, low-flow settings (0.25 lpm at -90 mm Hg and 0.3 lpm at -120 mm Hg). These controlled rates are calibrated to prevent damage to delicate gastrointestinal tissues. * Reliable Operation: Utilizing a unique thermotic pump design with no moving parts, the unit is built for highly reliable, low-maintenance, and continuous operation. * Quiet Environment: The silent thermotic pump operates at less than 47 dBA, ensuring patient comfort in quiet environments. * Contamination Control: Includes a disposable hydrophobic bacteria filter to protect against fluid and aerosol contamination.
What are the fixed, gentle suction settings?
The Gomco Model 270 is engineered for continuous gastric drainage, featuring two fixed, gentle vacuum levels specifically designed with low flow rates to prevent damage to delicate GI tract tissues.
These pre-set settings are controlled by solid-state mechanisms for stable, continuous operation:
- Low Suction: -90 mm Hg (Flow Rate: 0.25 liters per minute)
- Mild Suction: -120 mm Hg (Flow Rate: 0.3 liters per minute)
What exclusive technology ensures quiet operation?
The Gomco Model 270 utilizes the exclusive Thermotic pump design.
This innovative technology generates suction through the alternating expansion and contraction of air within a cylinder, meaning the unit features no mechanical moving parts.
The key benefits of this design include:
- Silent Operation: The unit runs at a whisper-quiet level, registering less than 47 dBA.
- Enhanced Reliability: The absence of moving parts ensures the unit is designed for highly reliable, extended, and continuous gastric drainage operation.
- Low Maintenance: The simplicity of the thermotic mechanism minimizes maintenance needs.
What are the dimensions and weight of the aspirator?
The Gomco Model 270 is designed to be highly portable and space-efficient, occupying only about one-half square foot of space on a tabletop or bedside.
The key size and weight specifications are:
- Weight: 10 lb (5 kg)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 12 inches x 8 inches x 11 inches (30 cm x 20 cm x 28 cm)
Is the Gomco Model 270 easily portable?
Yes, the Gomco Model 270 is designed for high portability and easy bedside setup in clinical or home care settings.Key features that enhance its mobility include:* Lightweight Construction: The unit weighs only 10 lb (5 kg).* Compact Footprint: Measuring 12 x 8 x 11 inches, it occupies only about one-half square foot of space.* Convenient Transport: It features an integrated carrying handle and an enclosed cabinet that protects all internal components during movement.* Stability: A floor bottle basket is included for reliable stability during use.