- Condition: Factory New
- Country of Origin: USA
- Warranty: Not Available
- Weight: 4.67 lb
- Designed for use in the Surgifresh Turbo Smoke Evacuation System
- Removes bacteria and virus-size particulate, toxic gases, and odor from laser plume or surgical smoke
- Especially recommended for procedures that create offensive odor and gases, such as the odor created during laser hair removal
- Filtration Efficiency: 99.999% efficient down to 0.1 micron particles
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- MFR: CLS-Surgimedics Ships from Manufacturer
- MPN: 901307
- Phone: (800) 293-9341
Frequently asked questions
Is the Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter sterile?
No, the Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter is non-sterile.
What smoke evacuation system is the Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter designed for?
The Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter is designed for use in the Surgifresh Turbo Smoke Evacuation System.
How efficient is the Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter at removing particles?
The Surgimedics Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter provides exceptional filtration efficiency, capturing 99.999% of particles down to 0.1 microns.
What is the useful life of the Surgifresh Plus ULPA Filter?
The maximum useful life for the Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter is rated up to 90 days, although the actual duration depends heavily on the volume and type of procedures performed.
The filter must be replaced based on operational performance, rather than a strict time interval. You should change the filter immediately if you notice:
- A lingering odor during surgical procedures.
- A decrease in suction pressure within the Surgifresh Turbo Smoke Evacuation System.
The Surgifresh Turbo system also includes a filter test mode designed to help monitor the useful life of the filter.
Is the Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter suitable for procedures that create strong odors?
Yes, the Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter is particularly beneficial for procedures producing strong odors. It contains 25% more specialty blended, activated carbon for enhanced odor removal, making it ideal for procedures like laser hair removal.
How efficient is the particulate filtration?
The Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter offers exceptional filtration performance against surgical smoke:
- Particulate Removal: It is highly efficient, achieving 99.999% removal of particles down to 0.1 microns. This capability ensures the capture of bacteria and virus-sized particulates.
- Gas and Odor Removal: Beyond particulate matter, this filter excels in neutralizing toxic gases and offensive odors. It contains 25% more specialty blended, activated carbon than standard filters, making it ideal for odor-prone procedures like laser hair removal.
When should this ULPA filter be replaced?
The replacement time for the Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter is determined by operational factors, not a strict calendar schedule. The maximum useful life is up to 90 days, depending on the volume and density of surgical smoke encountered.
You should replace the filter immediately if you observe the following two key indicators:
- A noticeable decrease in suction pressure.
- A lingering odor persisting during procedures.
For added convenience, the Surgifresh Turbo Smoke Evacuation System also includes a filter test mode to help you monitor the filter’s remaining useful life.
Is high-quality activated carbon used?
Yes, the Surgimedics Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter uses high-quality activated carbon.
This filter contains 25% more specialty blended, activated carbon compared to standard filters, making it highly effective at removing unpleasant odors, especially from procedures like laser hair removal. It is a VLSI grade 2 ULPA filter, ensuring superior filtration efficiency of 99.999% down to 0.1 micron particles.
What is the maximum useful life for the filter?
The maximum useful life for the Surgimedics Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter is up to 90 days under regular usage and pre-filter maintenance. However, the actual time of replacement is performance-driven, not time-based. You should replace the filter immediately when you observe: * Lingering odors or toxic gases during procedures. * A noticeable decrease in suction pressure. The compatibility with Surgimedics systems also allows you to utilize the system’s filter test mode to accurately monitor the remaining useful life.
Is the Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA filter highly efficient?
Yes, the Surgifresh Protection Plus ULPA Filter offers extremely high filtration efficiency for surgical smoke and plume.
- Particulate Removal: It is rated 99.999% efficient, capable of capturing particles down to 0.1 micron, including bacteria and virus-size particulate.
- Gas and Odor Control: This specific “Protection Plus” model includes 25% more specialty blended, activated carbon than standard filters, ensuring superior removal of toxic gases and offensive odors generated during procedures (e.g., laser hair removal).
This filter is compatible with the Surgifresh Turbo Smoke Evacuation System and is suitable for both laser and electrosurgical applications.