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Brand Name: |
Caire |
Puritan-Bennett |
Puritan-Bennett |
Comments |
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Product Line: |
Lib/Low Loss G3.1 |
Companion Series |
Helios Series |
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Standard Models: |
10; 20; 30; 37; 45; 60 |
21; 31; 41 |
36; 46 |
Caire has much wider offering. Patients love L10 model. |
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Flow Options: |
6LPM; 10LPM; 15LPM |
6LPM; 10LPM |
10LPM |
Caire again has a wider variety of flow selections. |
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Low Loss Models: |
32, 41 |
31 |
None |
Caire Low Loss 41 is largest capacity model available. |
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QDV Compatibility: |
All Industry Fill Connectors |
PB TF & CA SF only |
PB TF only |
Caire offers more options. |
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Contents Gauge: |
Capacitance LED Type |
Differential Pressure Gauge |
Electronic Display Differential Pressure Gauge |
Patients prefer LED option. |
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Necktube Type: |
Flexible Bellows Type |
Straight Tubing |
Straight Tubing |
Caire has a most durable dewar on the market. Backed by 5 year vacuum warranty. |
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Vent Muffler: |
Integrated into Vent Valve |
None |
None |
Much quieter during fill process. |
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Condensation Collection: |
Deep, continuous welded pan |
Short height strip |
Non-rugged plastic pan |
Less likely to spill water, when moved. |
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Fill Time: |
L45 is 3 minutes via Rapid Fill Procedure |
Not specified |
3-10 minutes |
Rapid fill optimizes LOX distribution. |
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PNER: |
1.5 lb/day (L20 - L45); 1.6 lb/day (L60); 0.75 lb/day (Low Loss) |
1.9 lb/day (Base); 0.65 lb/day (Low Loss) |
1.5 lb/day |
Longer hold time. Less losses out relief valve. |
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Handles: |
Comfortable dual purpose condensation pan, allows 360 degree handling |
Side flip handles only |
Side flip handles only |
Preferred by delivery personnel. |
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Telemetry: |
Optional |
Not available |
Not yet available |
Optimize LOX distribution. |
