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Description

  • Designed for minimal dead air space
  • Alleviated hose torque or twisting
  • Durable, designed to be reused
  • Optically clear for visual inspection

Product Specs

Item Number 444420
Catalog Number 332113
UOM EA
Level 1 Family Description Respiratory Products
Level 2 Category Description Respiratory Therapy
Level 3 Group Description Ventilators & Components
Level 4 Sub-Category Description Ventilator Accessories
Application Swivel Exhalation Valve
Brand Whisper Swivel II
Buy American Act (BAA) Compliant No
Country of Origin Unknown
For Use With Contour, Gold Seal, and Prolife Lite Masks
HCPCS A7045
Manufacturer Respironics
Manufacturer # 332113
McKesson # 444420
Trade Agreement Act (TAA) Compliant No
UNSPSC Code 42272231

Frequently asked questions

Does this valve help reduce tubing strain?

Yes, the Whisper Swivel II is expertly designed with an integrated swivel mechanism. This feature effectively alleviates hose torque and tension, allowing for greater freedom of movement and reducing the likelihood of mask leaks.

Is the material durable for repeated use?

Absolutely. It is constructed from a durable, high-quality plastic intended for reusable clinical and home-care applications. Its rigid design ensures reliability during consistent use.

How does this improve respiratory performance?

The valve is engineered to minimize dead air space. This precise design ensures more effective ventilation and maintains optimal performance for your respiratory therapy setup.

Can I easily check if the valve is clear?

Yes, the valve is crafted from an optically clear material. This transparency allows clinicians and caregivers to perform rapid visual inspections to ensure the pathway is free of obstructions.

Is this valve compatible with my mask?

The Whisper Swivel II is specifically designed for seamless integration with the following Respironics mask systems:

  • Contour
  • Gold Seal
  • Prolife Lite
Is the design lightweight for patient comfort?

Yes, it is designed to be highly unobtrusive. The unit weighs only 0.01 lbs, ensuring it does not add unnecessary weight or burden to the mask interface during therapy.

Is this suitable for home-care settings?

Certainly. The Whisper Swivel II is widely used in both clinical and home-care respiratory settings, especially where patient movement is frequent and minimizing tubing torque is a priority.

Does it have safety markings for correct usage?

Yes, for added safety and clarity, the valve features a clearly molded “DO NOT BLOCK” safety inscription, ensuring users can easily identify the correct handling requirements.

How do I maintain this component?

Because it is designed to be reusable, maintenance is straightforward:

  • Perform regular visual inspections through the clear housing.
  • Ensure the valve remains free of obstructions to maintain optimal function.
Does it fit standard respiratory circuits?

Yes, it features precise, molded junctions designed to facilitate easy and secure connection to standard respiratory circuit tubing and the specified Respironics mask interfaces.