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Traveling with the CAIRE SeQual Eclipse 5

With the CAIRE SeQual Eclipse 5 oxygen concentrator, exploring the world while managing your oxygen therapy becomes a truly feasible venture. This portable device distinguishes itself with its unique blend of high performance, versatility, and portability. The Eclipse 5 is celebrated for its ability to provide both continuous flow (up to 3 liters per minute) and pulse dose oxygen (up to a setting of 9), accommodating a broad range of oxygen therapy patients’ needs. Notably, it has an autoSAT technology that maintains consistent pulse doses even as your breath rate changes.

July 17, 2023April 8, 2024 Amanda Lundberg, BSN, RN

Traveling with the Respironics SimplyGo Mini

Traveling while managing oxygen therapy might seem intimidating, but with devices like the Respironics SimplyGo Mini oxygen concentrator, the world becomes truly accessible. Its ultra-lightweight and compact design makes it a portable and travel-friendly device, even more so than many other concentrators on the market.

The SimplyGo Mini sets itself apart from other portable oxygen concentrators with its unique balance of compact size, lightweight design, and powerful performance. Weighing just 5 pounds, it’s one of the lightest in its class, making it especially convenient for travelers. Furthermore, it offers a robust output of up to pulse setting of 5 (1,000 ml/min), which surpasses many other portable units.

July 11, 2023July 20, 2023 Amanda Lundberg, BSN, RN

Tips for Traveling on Amtrak Trains with a Portable Oxygen Concentrator

If you’re planning to travel cross country on a comfortable and affordable Amtrak train, your supplemental oxygen doesn’t have to hold you back. With the right portable oxygen concentrator (POC) and a little planning, you’ll travel with ease on Amtrak. POCs make travel easy and keep you safe. Like airplanes and cruise ships, Amtrak allows you to bring your POC as long as you meet their requirements.

Planning earlier than later will help you avoid any last-minute issues with your trip, so try to prepare as soon as possible.

July 7, 2023July 28, 2023 Scott Ridl

Preparing for Travel Season with Oxygen

The weather is getting nicer, and after staying inside your house all winter, it’s time for you to go on a well-deserved vacation. Whether you’re going out of the country, planning a road trip, or going on a cruise, we want to make sure you are prepared for the travel season with your oxygen concentrator.

As a safety measure, we recommend you test your oxygen concentrator and your batteries at least 2 months before your trip. This gives you enough time to ensure every piece works correctly and if it doesn’t, you can reach out to us and ensure your trip will be worry free and if you don’t have a portable oxygen concentrator, we also have rentals!

June 26, 2023July 28, 2023 Scott Ridl

Traveling with the CAIRE FreeStyle Comfort

Traveling while managing oxygen therapy can often seem challenging, but not when you’re equipped with the CAIRE FreeStyle Comfort portable oxygen concentrator. This innovative device, designed with your comfort and convenience in mind, offers a combination of standout features that make it a reliable travel companion. It boasts a unique, ergonomic shape for easy handling, advanced UltraSense technology for sensitive breath detection and timely oxygen delivery, and an impressive battery life that can last up to 8 hours on a setting of 2. All of these features are packed into a lightweight, compact unit that meets FAA requirements for in-flight use.

June 23, 2023July 20, 2023 Amanda Lundberg, BSN, RN

Traveling with the Inogen One G4

Navigating the world while managing oxygen therapy can seem challenging, but thanks to the advent of devices like the Inogen One G4 portable oxygen concentrator, the world is truly your oyster. With its lightweight design and compact size, it is specially created for ease of travel.

The device’s superior battery life ensures a reliable oxygen supply, while its quiet operation allows for discrete use, making it the perfect companion whether you’re jet-setting across the globe, sailing on a serene cruise, or embarking on an exciting road trip.

June 21, 2023June 21, 2023 Amanda Lundberg, BSN, RN

The Top 5 Tips for Using Your POC in a Car

If you’re visiting family, running errands, or even traveling more often than not you’re driving to get there but how do you travel with your portable oxygen concentrator (POC)?

Fortunately, portable oxygen concentrators come in various shapes and sizes. Some are even as light as 2.8 pounds! Traveling with supplemental oxygen shouldn’t be a difficult or tense experience. Today POCs come with a plethora of useful and convenient concentrator accessories like carrying cases, rolling carts, backpacks, car power supply, extra batteries, and more to make driving even easier!

June 6, 2023June 19, 2023 Scott Ridl

International Usage of Oxygen Concentrators

When traveling outside the USA, there are some important considerations when operating an oxygen concentrator. The most important factor is the electrical supply, which differs widely in both quality and quantity; though there are some possible other considerations to consider.

In the United States electrical current is standardized around 120 Volts AC (VAC), at 50 Hertz in either the NEMA 1-15 (Ungrounded) or NEMA 5-15 (Grounded) formats. This standard is used in several other countries as well. However, confusion and problems can arise from the exact same plug format being used in other countries with vastly different power standards.

May 8, 2023May 23, 2023 Scott Ridl

Traveling with the Inogen One G5

One of the most prominent features of the Inogen One G5 Concentrator is portability. Weighing in at just 4.7 pounds, the Inogen One G5 is an excellent choice for travelers. Whether you’re on an airplane, a cruise, or a road trip, the Inogen One G5 is easy to take wherever you go.

April 7, 2023June 21, 2023 Scott Ridl

Traveling to the National Parks with Oxygen

One of the best ways to celebrate America is by taking in the fantastic sights of its National Parks. But for those that require daytime oxygen, visiting these prized locations may have been impractical or impossible due to outdated oxygen delivery methods such as refillable heavy oxygen tanks. The latest portable oxygen concentrators feature increased oxygen volume capability, superior battery life, and an easy-to-use display. Today it’s possible for those that require oxygen during the day to retain mobility and visit any of the National Parks across the nation.

March 14, 2023March 15, 2023 Scott Ridl

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