Oxygen Accessories: Product Information, Stories and News

An In-Depth Look at the Respironics EverFlo Q Home Oxygen Concentrator

A home oxygen delivery system should not be loud, require frequent maintenance, or be an eyesore in your home. Home oxygen concentrators meet your clinical oxygen needs and, unlike portable concentrators, do not need to be charged and can run 24/7.

The Phillips Respironics EverFlo provides you with freedom in your home to entertain friends, watch TV, or talk with loved ones without concern about a noisy oxygen delivery or an obtrusive unit that takes up a lot of space. Let’s look at the features that make the Respironics EverFlo Q home oxygen concentrator a favorite.

January 16, 2023March 9, 2023 Amanda Lundberg, BSN, RN

Video Introduction to Oxygen Concentrator Batteries

When you use a portable oxygen concentrator, it’s wise to carry a fully-charged supplemental battery pack with you at all times. While flying with a POC, per Federal Aviation Administration guidelines, one must carry batteries to support 1.5 times of the flight duration. And it is recommended to carry at least two batteries even during short flights. Whether you’re traveling, or you just need to replace an old battery, our store offers the lowest online prices.

July 15, 2022July 15, 2022 Scott Ridl

Powering Your POC in the Air: An Overview of Flying with Oxygen

One of the most significant benefits that oxygen concentrators give oxygen therapy patients is the freedom to travel, unlike in the earlier days of oxygen tanks. According to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, standard oxygen tanks are not allowed on airlines, restricting users’ ability to travel.

In May 2009, however, oxygen therapy patients were finally allowed to take off: certain portable oxygen concentrators, approved by the FAA for airline travel, are permitted to be taken on the airplane in the cabin. Not all portable concentrators are permitted, but the list of approved POCs is extensive. Some of our most popular FAA approved portable oxygen concentrators are listed here:

June 10, 2022June 10, 2022 Scott Ridl

Useful Accessories for the Inogen One 5G

The Inogen One G5 is one of the most advanced portable oxygen concentrators on the market. Designed and tested to be used 24/7, the Inogen One G5 oxygen concentrator keeps you breathing better whether you’re at home, on a plane, or on the road. If you’ve read all about the Inogen One G5 and are considering purchasing one, or already own one, consider these accessories to make your oxygen concentrator even more convenient and comfortable to use.

July 15, 2020October 19, 2020 Scott Ridl

Useful Accessories for the Inogen One G3

When searching for an oxygen concentrator, it’s important to consider whether or not you’ll need a portable machine. If you’re planning on traveling or carrying your oxygen with you, a portable oxygen concentrator is lighter than other models, plus you don’t have to carry extra tanks of oxygen. Something else to research is what types of accessories you can buy to accompany the oxygen machine.

At Oxygen Concentrator Store, the Inogen One G3 is a top-selling portable oxygen concentrator. It’s a pulse dose model and is one of the lightest models out there. With the 8-cell (small) battery, this oxygen machine is less than five pounds in weight, and it can last an average of four hours on setting two. It’s a very quiet machine, with a noise level of fewer than 40 decibels. Besides the convenience of this oxygen concentrator, it also comes with many accessories to make carrying it a little easier.

February 28, 2019October 8, 2019 Scott Ridl

The Important Relationship Between an Oxygen Flow Meter and Breathing Pattern

Before you buy an oxygen flow meter, there is something to learn about in advance: your breathing pattern can affect the final oxygen dose you receive from your flow meter.

Many patients receiving oxygen therapy aren’t fully aware that various breathing patterns have direct effects on how they set their oxygen flow meter.

Your physician prescribes oxygen at a specific dose, one that is appropriate for your condition. However, even though your doctor has prescribed a set liter flow for you (usually 1–3 liters per minute), many variables affect that liter flow. And some can lead to dramatic shifts in the amount of oxygen you are receiving.

How does this happen? The main problem affecting your therapeutic oxygen level is air dilution.

October 23, 2018October 29, 2018 Ryan Anthony

Oxygen Concentrator Accessories That You’ll Want to Have

When you buy an oxygen concentrator, you might be focused on the machine and how it fits your lifestyle. Frequent far-away travelers need a portable oxygen concentrator that is ideal for air travel, while those who require higher oxygen flow rates are better served by stationary oxygen concentrators that can be comfortably used at home.

Regardless of the type you end up purchasing, there are additional accessories that can make using your oxygen concentrator at home or on the go more convenient and more comfortable.

January 10, 2017April 13, 2021 Scott Ridl

What is a Pulse Oximeter?

A pulse oximeter is a small and lightweight device that attaches to a fingertip to painlessly measure the level of oxygen in your body. The oximeter can measure two things: your pulse rate and the level of oxygen in your blood. Both of these numbers are necessary to asses your current levels and health.

It’s important to note that the information a pulse oximeter can provide is limited. As we mentioned above an oximeter only measures your pulse and blood-oxygen levels. An oximeter will not measure the CO2, or carbon dioxide, levels in your blood stream. A pulse oximeter is not a replacement for more extensive and involved tests to be completed by your doctor. If you are ever in a situation where you are concerned about your oxygen levels, we suggest consulting your doctor immediately.

Pulse Oximeter’s are discreet, small, and easily transportable! Typically Oximeter’s weigh just a few ounces and are thinner than most wallets! Read on to learn more!

October 11, 2016September 9, 2018 Danielle Jason

What is an Oxygen Concentrator Christmas tree adapter?

An oxygen concentrator Christmas tree isn’t a festive decoration that you put up in your home – it’s used as an important little piece of hardware that helps to make sure the oxygen tubing stays in place on the concentrator.

The Christmas tree adapter gets its name from its shape and appearance. It looks like a Christmas tree, with it’s conical shape and tiers that resemble the branches on a pine tree. It’s also always or more often than not, a green color. It’s an easy name because it describes how it looks in a way that most people can understand.

January 22, 2016May 27, 2021 Scott Ridl

The Importance of Keeping a Pulse Oximeter With You at All Times

A pulse oximeter is a very simple yet important piece of medical equipment. It checks to see if your blood oxygen level is within a healthy range. When your oxygen level is below this range, it is referred to as hypoxemia.

When your blood oxygen level falls below the normal range, your lungs begin to narrow, actually restricting blood flow through the lungs. While this is occurring, a significant amount of stress is placed on the heart, as it is forced into working much harder to try and get blood to the lungs to oxygenate the body.

December 30, 2015August 19, 2020 Scott Ridl

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