General Product Questions
Can you use an portable oxygen concentrator at night?
Yes, in fact many patients only require oxygen therapy at night. Not all concentrators are suitable for use at night, if you have questions as to whether your concentrator will work for sleep use please call us at 877.774.9271
Can an oxygen concentrator be stored in a cold room?
Yes, as long as the temperature doesn't go below the oxygen concentrator's minimum storage temperature. Many oxygen concentrators are fine if they are stored in below freezing temperatures.
To ensure proper operation of the unit, it is not recommended...
Can an infant or baby use an oxygen concentrator?
Yes, however, the concentrator will need to be connected to a pediatric flow-meter to provide the exact amount of oxygen the infant needs.
What are the different types of portable concentrators available?
In general, there are two types of portable oxygen concentrators; pulse flow and dual flow. Pulse flow units provide small doses of oxygen to the patient whenever they take a breath. Dual flow units have the capability of providing pulse flow and continuous...
What are airlines that permit an oxygen concentrator on board?
All airlines are required to allow oxygen on board as it is considered a Life Sustaining device. Each airline, however, can set their own rules about which machines are approved. For a current list of approved concentrators for the airline you are flying...
What are FAA rules for flying with portable oxygen concentrators?
The FAA issued a ruling that allows passengers to operate a portable oxygen concentrators on board an aircraft if the unit satisfies certain acceptance criteria and has a label indicating conformance with the FAA’s acceptance criteria. The rule also ...
What is the medical definition of an oxygen concentrator?
An oxygen concentrator is a medical device that concentrates oxygen from environmental air and delivers it to a patient in need of supplemental oxygen.
How does an oxygen concentrator work?
A portable oxygen concentrator can run on both AC and DC power, and the batteries can be charged with both. This battery charge allows it to bring in air and separate the oxygen from the rest of the air, for you to breathe in on the correct setting. ...
Can a portable oxygen concentrator be connected to a boat?
Yes! Most modern boats have the same DC power connection that your car does and you can certainly charge and or use your portable oxygen concentrator while plugged into the DC slot.
For more information view our blog post on Boating with an Oxygen...
How long does an oxygen concentrator last?
Oxygen concentrators are durable machines that provide oxygen around the clock; they're meant to last. The time an oxygen concentrator lasts depends on how well it's cleaned and maintained.
How long does an oxygen concentrator last on average?
There...
When do you need supplemental oxygen?
People need supplemental oxygen when their blood oxygen levels drop below normal ranges. Certain illnesses or chronic diseases cause low blood oxygen that prevents the body’s organs, tissues, and cells from functioning properly; supplemental oxygen provides...
Can you swim with a portable concentrator?
Oxygen concentrators are electronics and cannot get wet. It would be unsafe to swim with a portable oxygen concentrator. You can risk damaging the machine, or risk electric shock.
What are the dimensions of the Inovalabs Activox?
Here are the dimensions in inches and metric form for the Inovalabs Activox portable oxygen concentrator:
Inches: 9.05 inches Wide x 4.38 inches Deep x 7.9 inches High.
Metric: 22.9 cm Wide x 11.1 cm Deep x 20 cm High.
Learn more about the dimensions...
Are oxygen concentrators supposed to get hot?
The compressor inside the oxygen concentrator does give off heat making the device warm, but the device should not be hot to the touch.
What are hazards of smoking with a oxygen concentrator?
While oxygen is not considered flammable, it is an oxidizing agent and could exacerbate an open flame. It is not recommended to use an home or portable oxygen concentrator while, or around people smoking.
For more information view our blog post on...
How many watts does a portable concentrator sse?
Watts used by portable concentrator vary depending on the unit. As an example, the Respironics SimplyGo can use between 120 to 150 watts while charging. Other newer portable models can use less, like the SeQual eQuinox, which can use as little as 44 ...
What is the smallest portable oxygen concentrator?
The smallest portable concentrator available is the Inogen One G4 and that unit weighs 2.8 pounds. It is 5.91 inches Wide x 2.68 inches Deep x 7.2 inches tall. Please contact us to find out if you qualify for this small device.
Is there a Concentrator that Operates at an Elevation of 8600 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 ...
What is the AirSep Freestyle 5 electricity usage?
The AirSep Freestyle 5 portable oxygen concentrator is small and efficient and it uses an incredibly low 28 watts of power on setting 3.
Learn more about AirSep Freestyle 5 specifications.
Can a portable concentrator be kept in a car during the summer?
It's not safe to leave a portable oxygen concentrator in a parked car in the summer because the temperature in the car an easily exceed the maximum safe temperature. This can cause the machine to malfunction, or become unsafe to use.
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