General Product Questions
How many watts does a home concentrator use?
The wattage a stationary oxygen concentrator will use depends on its size, and the setting it's on. For example, the small Inogen 5L Concentrator can use as much as 275 watts (2 LPM) while the Respironics Millenium 10 can use an average of 600 watts. ...
Is there a portable oxygen concentrator that goes up 8 liters (LPM)?
There are currently no portable oxygen concentrators that can deliver up to 8 LPM of oxygen. If you need a dosage of oxygen higher than 3 LPM or 4 LPM equivalence, you will need to get a stationary oxygen concentrator that can deliverer higher doses ...
Does an oxygen concentrator give off heat?
An oxygen concentrator may give off heat or slight warmth while it's running, especially if it's been running for several hours. This is normal, but it should never feel too hot to the touch. If it does, call your manufacturer, as this can become a hazard...
Is there a portable oxygen concentrator that goes up 10 liters (LPM)?
There are currently no portable oxygen concentrators that can deliver up to 10 LPM of oxygen. Portable oxygen concentrators can have a continuous flow setting of 3 LPM or a little more in pulse dose equivalence.
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Can an oxygen concentrator run all day and night?
Home oxygen concentrators can run 24 hours per day. Portable units are sometimes not appropriate for sleep if they only deliver pulse flow oxygen. Check with one of our Oxygen Specialists regarding your oxygen needs before purchasing a unit for continual...
Do have to refill a portable oxygen concentrator?
Portable oxygen concentrators do not require oxygen refills, however, since they run off of battery power they will need to be plugged into a source of power to recharge their batteries.
What does an oxygen concentrator look like?
Oxygen concentrators vary in appearance, size and weight. Portable oxygen concentrators can be as small as 4.8 pounds, are usually rectangular, small enough to be held in two hands, and have a control panel at the top of the unit. Home units, which are...
Is there a 12 liter per minute (LPM) oxygen concentrator?
No, there is not a 12 liter or 12 LPM oxygen concentrator. The highest liter flow currently available for either home or portable unit is 10 liters per minute.
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Can an portable concentrator be laid flat?
As long as the inlet vent isn't blocked, a portable oxygen concentrator can be laid flat while it's running. It can be laid flat while be stored, without causing it to malfunction.
Do oxygen concentrators make noise?
Yes, all oxygen concentrators emit a certain range of noise measured in decibels. As technology has progressed oxygen concentrators have started to become much quieter. The sound levels range from 31 to 60 decibel. That is the equivalent of a quiet library...
What are oxygen glasses? How do they work?
Oxygen glasses are a new discrete form of delivering oxygen therapy to patients. Designed like a standard cannula, the oxygen glasses connect your concentrator to you and deliver you oxygen through your nose. The tubing is hidden in the frames of the...
Can you Use an oxygen concentrator for cluster headaches?
Oxygen therapy has been used successfully to treat cluster headaches. They require a high flow rate, around 10 LPM or higher. Consult with your doctor about trying oxygen therapy to treat cluster headaches.
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Is there a 20 liter per minute (LPM) oxygen concentrator?
No, there is not a 20 liter or 20 LPM oxygen concentrator. The highest liter flow currently available for either home or portable unit is 10 liters per minute.
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How long are concentrators covered under a manufacturer's warranty?
Most oxygen concentrators are covered under the manufacturer's warranty for parts and labor for 3 years. Accessories, such as batteries and battery chargers, can be covered for 90 days. Please refer to the warranty card that was in your product box. ...
Are batteries for the portable concentrator rechargeable?
Batteries for portable oxygen concentrators can be recharged with the AC power cord, or in the car with the DC power cord. They can be recharged within the concentrator, or if they are external batteries, they can be charged with their cord, or in an...
Is there a 25 liter per minute (LPM) oxygen concentrator?
No, there is not a 25 liter or 25 LPM oxygen concentrator. The highest liter flow currently available for either home or portable unit is 10 liters per minute.
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Are there any portable concentrators that can fit onto a walker?
Yes, many of our portable concentrators will fit onto a walker! Please contact us to find out if the unit you are interested will work with your walker.
Can an oxygen concentrator be stored at below freezing temperatures?
Some oxygen concentrators can be stored in below freezing temperatures. If you read the specifications of a particular concentrator, you will see the temperature storage range. For example, the AirSep Focus's minimum storage temperature is -4 degrees...
How long does a home oxygen concentrator last?
The life of an home oxygen concentrator can vary due to a multitude of factors including humidity, elevation. The best way to elongate your concentrator's life is to take proper care of it. Refer to your owners manual for your specific unit's maintenance...
Is there a Concentrator that Operates at an Elevation of 11000 Feet?
All portable oxygen concentrators have a maximum operational altitude, which means it will continue to provide the same high concentration of oxygen until it reaches a certain altitude. Almost all portable oxygen concentrators will safely operate up ...
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