Aspirators, Surgical

Scope of this Product Comparison

This Product Comparison covers surgical aspirators capable of creating a vacuum pressure 500 mm Hg.
Surgical waste disposal systems, which utilize a rover and docker system and are capable of sterilizing and
disposing of the waste, are not included in this report. Also excluded are centralized suction systems that
connect to standard wall inlets. For information on other types of aspirators, see the following Product
Comparisons:

 Aspirators, Emergency
 Aspirators, Thoracic
 Aspirators, Uterine

Purpose
Most surgical procedures require suctioning to remove blood and irrigating
fluids that accumulate in the operative field and obstruct the surgeon’s view.
Hospitals generally use a central high-flow-rate vacuum pump that provides
vacuum through pipelines to standard wall inlets throughout the hospital.
However, portable or mobile vacuum systems can be used if there is no central
vacuum system or if suctioning is required in areas that do not have vacuum
inlets.

Principles of operation
The basic surgical aspirator consists of a line-powered vacuum pump, a
vacuum regulator and gauge, a collection canister, and an optional bacterial filter.
Plastic tubing connects these components, completing an open-ended system that
continuously draws tissue debris and fluid from the surgical field to the collection canister. The gauge allows
the user to set a safe limit for suctioning, to assess the performance of the vacuum pump, and to detect leaks or
blockages. Units are either portable or mounted on a stand or cart for mobility.

Vacuum pumps
A single- or double-vacuum pump creates suction within the
system. Double-pump systems operate in synchrony, with both UMDNS Information
pumps contributing to the suctioning capacity. The three types of This Product Comparison covers the following
pumps used in surgical aspirators are rotary vane, diaphragm, and device term and product code as listed in
ECRI Institute’s Universal Medical Device
cylinder piston. Nomenclature System™ (UMDNS™):
In a rotary-vane pump, a rotor is mounted off-center in relation to Aspirators, Surgical [10-217]
the inside diameter of the pump housing (see Figure 1). As the rotor
turns, sliding vanes that fit into notches in the rotor follow the contour
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of the housing. Air that is trapped between a set of vanes

is compressed and expelled through the pressure outlet.
As rotation continues, the space between the vanes
expands, and the pressure of the air trapped between the
vanes drops, creating suction. Because of the friction
between the vanes and the chamber wall and the need to
achieve airtight contact, several rotary-vane models use
self-lubricating graphite vanes. Some units require oil for
lubrication and sealing and have reservoirs that need
refilling after a specified number of hours of operation.
In a diaphragm pump, a mechanical drive flexes a
rubber diaphragm back and forth in a chamber,
alternately increasing and decreasing the chamber volume
(see Figure 2). As the chamber volume decreases, air is
compressed and directed out through the one-way
exhaust valve; as it
increases, a vacuum draws air into the one-way intake valve. Diaphragm pumps do not need a constant supply of
oil, and only the motor requires lubrication. Some diaphragm pumps require no lubrication.
Surgical
Figure aspirators
1. Rotary-vane pumpusing
pistons to create suction operate similarly to diaphragm pumps; however, the
pistons slide in a reciprocating motion within the pump cylinder to alternately increase and decrease chamber
volume and pressure. One-way valves respond similarly to the pressure differences to draw air from the
patient end of the tubing.

Collection canisters
Aspirate passes through the tubing and into the collection canister. The typical collection canister is plastic
with a removable plastic lid that includes a vacuum port with a filter, a patient port to which a suction tube is
connected, and a shutoff valve to automatically close the vacuum port. Manufacturers supply reusable or
disposable canisters and plastic bag liners for reusable canisters. To save time and prevent cross-contamination
among patients and hospital personnel, ports of filled disposable canisters are capped, and the canister and
contents are discarded together.
When large volumes of tissue debris and fluid are removed, aspirate can quickly accumulate in the canister.
As a result, most surgical aspirators use two collection canisters connected in series. The second canister, called
a “trap,” collects the overflow from the first canister, allowing the operator to postpone emptying it in response
to the rising level of aspirate.
Most surgical aspirators have an overflow-protection
assembly in the cap of the second canister that prevents large
amounts of fluid from overflowing into the pump and
valves. Some units feature a third canister to collect
overflow. Most surgical aspirators use a float mechanism as
overflow protection. As aspirate collects in the second
canister, a ball or other mechanical device floats to the top,
covering the opening leading to the suction source and
cutting off suction, thereby alerting the user to the full
collection canister. This overflow mechanism cannot be
totally relied upon to prevent pump contamination; often,
some fluid passes through the tubing to the pump before the
float blocks the opening. As a result, most aspirators also
include a disposable in-line hydrophobic filter between the
trap canister and the pump.

Figure 2. Diaphragm pump

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This filter prevents fluid or aerosol contaminants from flowing back into the vacuum pump; it can be reused
several times, provided that no overflow has occurred. Although most units have these overflow-protection
features, the user should check the collection canisters frequently and not allow them to fill above the caution
line.

Reported problems
Factors affecting pump operation can reduce aspiration capability. Aspirate that overflows beyond the
second canister and filter can enter the pump and clog the valves; a clogged pump can jam and be difficult to
restart. A pump containing aspirated fluid can also be a source of contamination. During lengthy surgeries
changing or cleaning the suction tip can help reduce the risk of infection.

Purchase considerations
ECRI Institute recommendations
Included in the accompanying comparison chart are ECRI Institute’s recommendations for minimum
performance requirements for surgical aspirators.
Surgical aspirators should provide moderate to high vacuum and flow rates and suction of ≥500 mm Hg at
maximum settings to remove tenacious materials but should also allow lower vacuum levels to help prevent
tissue damage. Vacuum gauges and vacuum-limiting devices (e.g., regulators) are required to aid clinicians in
applying appropriate and safe suction levels, and the former should be both accurate and easy to read.
Free airflow capabilities of 25 to 40 L/min are recommended. (Free airflow has been defined as the maximum
flow of air into the aspirator with no restriction at the intake.)
All controls and connections should be clearly labeled, and the device should be quiet. Some models operate
at high noise levels that can eclipse the volume of other alarms. Users should be especially alert when aspirators
are operating; if possible, users should adjust the alarm volumes of nearby equipment. ECRI Institute
recommends a noise level ≤50 dBA so that the aspirator does not interfere with communication among
clinicians.
Infection control practices require that aspirate not routinely be released into the environment. Reusable
canisters pose greater infection risks during handling, and safeguards are required when emptying, cleaning,
and disinfecting these canisters. Reusable containers are less common because of the risk of cross-
contamination; reusable containers sometimes include disposable liners that minimize this risk. . If reusable
canisters are used, emptying and exchanging the canisters should be uncomplicated and without significant
risk of instrument or operator contamination.
Collection canisters—whether disposable or reusable—should have a total capacity of at least ≥2 L (2,000 mL).
The aspirator should prevent overflow of aspirated material, which may clog the aspirator and should be
considered infectious. Discarding disposable canisters and their contents should be easy, with minimal risk of
spills or contamination.
Operators should use universal precautions, including wearing gloves, face shields or masks, and gowns
when performing these procedures. Manufacturer instructions for disinfecting disposable equipment, as well as
for disinfecting the suction pump, should be strictly followed to prevent cross-contamination. In addition, used
canisters and disposables must be disposed of in accordance with state and local medical waste regulations.

Other considerations
The cost of disposables should be weighed against the cost, time, and infection risks associated with the
disposal of infectious waste and disinfection of reusables. Most units with disposable containers can accept
alternate manufacturers’ containers. These standard containers may be more convenient to order and offer the
user a
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choice of suppliers. However, installed filters supplied with the canisters will differ; some may severely limit
airflow rates.

Cost containment
Because surgical aspirators entail ongoing operational costs, the initial acquisition price does not accurately
reflect the total cost of ownership. Therefore, a purchase decision should be based on issues such as life-cycle
cost (LCC), discount rates and non-price-related benefits offered by the supplier, and standardization with
existing equipment in the department or hospital (i.e., purchasing all aspirators and/or collection canisters from
one supplier).
An LCC analysis can be used to compare high-cost alternatives and/or to determine the positive or negative
economic value of a single alternative. Because it examines the cash-flow impact of initial acquisition costs and
operating costs over a period of time, LCC analysis is most useful for comparing alternatives with different cash
flows and for revealing the total costs of equipment ownership. One LCC technique—present value (PV)
analysis—is especially useful because it accounts for inflation and for the time value of money (i.e., money
received today is worth more than money received at a later date). Conducting a PV/LCC analysis often
demonstrates that the cost of ownership includes more than just the initial acquisition cost and that a small
increase in initial acquisition cost may produce significant savings in long-term operating costs. The PV is
calculated using the annual cash outflow, the dollar discount factor (the cost of capital), and the lifetime of the
equipment (in years) in a mathematical equation.

The following represents a sample seven-year PV/LCC analysis for a surgical aspirator.

Present Value/Life-Cycle Cost Analysis

Assumptions

 Operating costs are considered for years 1 through 7.

 Dollar discount factor is 6.25%.
 730 procedures are performed per year with single-use disposable collection containers and PVC
(polyvinyl chloride) tubing.
Capital Costs

 Aspirator unit = $1,200

Total Capital Costs = $1,200

Operating Costs

 Disposable collection containers = $3,000/year

 Disposable tubing = $2,500/year
Total Operating Costs = $5,500/year

PV = ($36,573)
As illustrated by the above sample PV/LCC analysis, the initial acquisition cost is only a fraction of the total
cost of operation over seven years. Therefore, rather than making a purchase decision based solely on the
acquisition cost of a surgical aspirator, buyers should consider operating costs over the lifetime of the
equipment.
Prices for bacterial filters, disposable tubing and catheters vary greatly depending on a number of factors,
including type, size, material, manufacturer, and bulk-rate discounts. Many of these disposables can be used
with surgical aspirators from a number of manufacturers.
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For customized analyses and purchase-decision support, readers should contact ECRI Institute’s
SELECTplus™ Group.

Stage of development
Surgical aspiration is a mature and well-accepted technology, although some new innovations have been
made. Surgical waste disposal systems have been developed that do not utilize canisters at all, making waste
collection easier, safer for healthcare workers, and more cost-effective than previous systems. These systems
consist of a rover (a mobile collection tank) and a docking station (a wall unit). After a surgical procedure, the
rover is transported and connected to the docker, which is capable of sterilizing and disposing of the waste.

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Supplier information
ACOMA
Acoma Medical Industry Co Ltd [152410]
2-14-14 Hongo Bunkyo-ku
Tokyo 113-0033
Japan
Phone: 81 (3) 38166911 Fax: 81 (3) 38143845
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: export@[Link]

ALLIED
Allied Healthcare Products Inc [105171]
1720 Sublette Ave
St Louis, MO 63110
Phone: (314) 771-2400, (800) 444-3954
Fax: (314) 771-4616, (800) 477-7701
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: customerservice@[Link]

ANAND
Anand Medicaids Pvt Ltd [287761]
16 Road No 33 Punjabi Bagh (Extension)
New Delhi 110 026
India
Phone: 91 (11) 25225225 Fax: 91 (11) 25225062
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: sales@[Link]

ATMOS
ATMOS Medica SL [439522]
Calle Torrent d'en Pregaria 27
Mataro (Barcelona) E-08304

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Spain
Phone: 34 (90) 2193580 Fax: 34 (93) 7573283
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: atmos@[Link]

ATMOS Medical AG [439532]

Reinacherstrasse 129
Basel CH-4053
Switzerland
Phone: 41 (61) 6914151 Fax: 41 (61) 6910992
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: info@[Link]

ATMOS MedizinTechnik GmbH & Co KG [152463]

Ludwig-Kegel-Strasse 16
Lenzkirch D-79853
Germany
Phone: 49 (7653) 6890 Fax: 49 (7653) 689190
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: info@[Link]

ATMOS MedizinTechnik Asia Sdn Bhd [439530]

8 Lorong P Ramlee
Kuala Lumpur 51200
Malaysia
Phone: 60 (3) 20727107 Fax: 60 (3) 20728109
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: info@[Link]

CA-MI
CA-MI snc [309629]
via Ugo La Malfa 31
Pilastro (PR) I-43010
Italy
Phone: 39 (0521) 637133 Fax: 39 (0521) 639041
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: export@[Link]

CLEMENTS MEDICAL
Clements Medical Equipment Pty Ltd [305625]
5 Cal Close
Somersby 2250
Australia
Phone: 61 (2) 43402484 Fax: 61 (2) 43405121
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: service@[Link]

ESCHMANN EQUIPMENT
Eschmann Equipment [157749]
Peter Road
Lancing BN15 8TJ
England
Phone: 44 (1903) 753322 Fax: 44 (1903) 766793

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Internet: [Link]
E-mail: customer_support@[Link]

GABLER
Gabler Medical (UK) Ltd [192820]
Warden House 37 Manor Road
Colchester CO3 3LX
England
Phone: 44 (1206) 576864 Fax: 44 (1206) 768680
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: wsales@[Link]

IMPACT/SORENSON
Impact Instrumentation Inc [101885]
27 Fairfield Pl PO Box 508
West Caldwell, NJ 07006-0508
Phone: (973) 882-1212, (800) 969-0750 Fax: (973) 882-4993
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: info@[Link]

LAMIDEY NOURY
Lamidey Noury Medical [434224]
Zone d'Activite des Godets 3 rue des petits ruisseaux
Verrieres le Buisson F-91370
France
Phone: 33 (1) 69203021 Fax: 33 (1) 60139747
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: info@[Link]

MAQUET
Maquet GmbH & Co KG A Getinge Group Co [305482]
Kehlerstrasse 31
Rastatt D-76437
Germany
Phone: 49 (7222) 9320 Fax: 49 (7222) 932828
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: [Link]@[Link]

Maquet (Shanghai) Medical Equipment Co Ltd A Getinge Group Co [439188]

7/Fl Metro Plaza 555 Lou Shan Guan Road
Shanghai 200051
People's Republic of China
Phone: 86 (21) 62280202 Fax: 86 (21) 62280238
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: [Link]@[Link]

MEDELA
Medela Espana [451801]
Calle Manual Fernandez Marquez 49
Badalona E-08918
Spain
Phone: 34 (93) 3205969 Fax: 34 (93) 3205531
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: info@[Link]

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Medela Inc [103640]

1101 Corporate Dr PO Box 660
McHenry, IL 60050
Phone: (815) 363-1166, (800) 435-8316 Fax: (815) 363-1246, (800) 995-7867
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: [Link]@[Link]

Medela OOO [451802]

Fersmana Street 5A
Moskva 117312
Russia
Phone: 7 (495) 9806194 Fax: 7 (495) 7181700
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: info@[Link]

Medela AG [156407]
Laettichstrasse 4b
Baar CH-6341
Switzerland
Phone: 41 (41) 7695151 Fax: 41 (41) 7695111
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: info@[Link]

MGE
MG Electric (Colchester) Ltd [151092]
Wyncolls Road
Colchester CO4 9HX
England
Phone: 44 (1206) 842244 Fax: 44 (1206) 845849
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: sales@[Link]

NOUVAG
Nouvag AG [170072]
St Gallerstrasse 23-25
Goldach CH-9403
Switzerland
Phone: 41 (71) 8466600 Fax: 41 (71) 8453536
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: info@[Link]

Electronic Services Nouvag USA [226127]

18058 Albyn Ct
Lake Hughes, CA 93532
Phone: (661) 724-0217, (800) 673-7427 Fax: (661) 724-1590
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: paul@[Link]

ORDISI
ORDISI SA [163027]
Corretera del Mig 193 Navel 1 y 2 L'Hopitalet de Llobregat
Barcelona E-08907
Spain
Phone: 34 (933) 340112 Fax: 34 (934) 402564

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Internet: [Link]
E-mail: comercial@[Link]

OXYLITRE
Oxylitre Ltd [187944]
Morton House Skerton Road Old Trafford
Manchester M16 0WJ
England
Phone: 44 (161) 8726322 Fax: 44 (161) 8487914
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: sales@[Link]

PHIPPS & BIRD

Phipps & Bird Inc [101986]
1519 Summit Ave
Richmond, VA 23230-4511
Phone: (804) 254-2737, (800) 955-7621 Fax: (804) 254-2955
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: mail@[Link]

SAMED
Samed Elettromedicali srl [187040]
strada Provinciale 181 N 1/B
Merlino (LO) I-26833
Italy
Phone: 39 (02) 90658787 Fax: 39 (02) 90658795
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: asomaru@[Link]

SIARE
Siare Engineering International Group Srl [152520]
via Giulio Pastore 18
Crespellano (BO) I-40056
Italy
Phone: 39 (051) 969802 Fax: 39 (051) 969366
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: mail@[Link]

SISMATEC
Sismatec Ind Com Equips Hospitalares Ltda [152450]
Rua Omilio Monteiro Soares 1614 Vila Fanny
Curitiba-PR 81030-001
Brazil
Phone: 55 (41) 332 3735 Fax: 55 (41) 332 3735
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: comercial@[Link]

WELLS JOHNSON
Wells Johnson Co [101872]
8000 S Kolb Rd
Tucson, AZ 85706-9104
Phone: (520) 298-6069, (800) 528-1597 Fax: (520) 885-1189
Internet: [Link]
E-mail: sales@[Link]

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Note: The data in the chart derives from suppliers’ specifications and have not been verified through
independent testing by ECRI Institute or any other agency. Because test methods vary, different products’
specifications are not always comparable. Moreover, products and specifications are subject to frequent changes.
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consequences of acting on such information.
When reading the charts, keep in mind that, unless otherwise noted, the list price does not reflect supplier
discounts. And although we try to indicate which features and characteristics are standard and which are not,
some may be optional, at additional cost.
For those models whose prices were supplied to us in currencies other than U.S. dollars, we have also listed the
conversion to U.S. dollars to facilitate comparison among models. However, keep in mind that exchange rates change
often.

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Product Comparison
Chart

MODEL ECRI INSTITUTE'S ACOMA ACOMA ALLIED

RECOMMENDED
SPECIFICATIONS1
Surgical Aspirators SB-10mkII SB-6III Gomco 39101
WHERE MARKETED Not specified Not specified Worldwide
FDA CLEARANCE No No Yes
CE MARK (MDD) No No No
CONFIGURATION Mobile Mobile Stand mounted
PUMP TYPE Piston Piston Diaphragm
Number of pumps 1 1 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg >500 675 (0.09 MPa) 675 (0.09 MPa) 635
Free airflow, L/min >25 40 40 34
Gauge units Accurate within 10% MPa MPa mm Hg, in Hg
Gauge diam, cm (in) 5.5 (2.2) 5.5 (2.2) Not specified
VACUUM CONTROL Required; regulator Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve
METHOD preferred
NOISE LEVEL, dBA ≤50 Not specified Not specified <60
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable Reusable Reusable bottle
Material Glass not recommended Glass Glass Polycarbonate
Number 2 1 1
Capacity limit line, mL ≥2,000 3,000 3,000 2,800
Graduations, mL 100 100 100
Connector labels Not specified Not specified
Overflow protection Required; hydrophobic filter Yes Yes Yes
preferred
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material PVC PVC PVC
Internal diam, mm (in) 4 (0.16) 4 (0.16) 6 (0.25)
Length, m (ft) Not specified Not specified 0.45 (1.5) and 1.8 (6)
FILTER TYPE Not specified Not specified Optional
STANDARD None specified None specified Collection bottle, tubing
ACCESSORIES
SWITCH TYPE Double switch Double switch Pump panel
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 100-240, 50/60 Hz 100-240, 50/60 Hz 110 or 220
W or VA 570 VA 570 VA
H x W x D, cm (in) 87 x 40 x 35 (34.8 x 16 x 89 x 44.5 x 34 (35 x 17.5 x 80 x 38 x 50 (32 x 15 x 20)
14) 13.4)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 34 (75) 28 (62) 57 (125)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit Not specified Not specified $3,224
List price, canisters Not specified Not specified $37
Warranty 1 year 1 year 1 year
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS None specified. None specified. None specified.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 May 2009 May 2009
Supplier Footnotes 1These recommendations
are the opinions of ECRI
Institute's technology
experts. ECRI Institute
assumes no liability for
decisions made based on
this data.
Model Footnotes 1"Explosion proof" model
(3810) available.
Data Footnotes
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Product Comparison
Chart

MODEL ALLIED ANAND ANAND ATMOS

Gomco 39401 Eurovac Eurovac-Elite ATMOS C 401
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA
FDA CLEARANCE Yes No No No
CE MARK (MDD) No Yes Yes Yes
CONFIGURATION Stand mounted Portable Mobile, stand mounted Mobile, portable, tabletop
PUMP TYPE Diaphragm Single diaphragm Double diaphragm 1-cylinder diaphragm
Number of pumps 1 1 2 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 635 550 700 682.5
Free airflow, L/min 34 25 35 40
Gauge units mm Hg, in Hg mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, mbar
Gauge diam, cm (in) Not specified 6.4 (2.5) 6.4 (2.5) 5.3 (2)
VACUUM CONTROL Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve
METHOD
NOISE LEVEL, dBA <60 50 50 <50 @ 1 m (3.3 ft)
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable bottle Reusable collection pouch Reusable Reusable collection pouch
Material Polycarbonate Polycarbonate Polycarbonate Polycarbonate, plastic
Number 2 1; 2 optional 2 1-2
Capacity limit line, mL 2,800 2,000 2,000 1,000, 1,500, 2,000, 3,000,
5,000
Graduations, mL 100 50 50 50
Connector labels Not specified Yes Yes Optional
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Optional
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material PVC Silicone, PVC Silicone, PVC Silicone
Internal diam, mm (in) 6 (0.25) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3) 6 (0.25) or 10 (0.39)
Length, m (ft) 0.45 (1.5) and 1.8 (6) 2 (6.6) 2 (6.6) ≥2 (≥6.6)
FILTER TYPE Optional Bacterial Bacterial Bacterial, hydrophobic
STANDARD Collection bottle, tubing Canister, patient tube 2 canisters, patient tube Canister, footswitch, patient
ACCESSORIES tubing, filters, cannulae,
tissue collectors, trolley
SWITCH TYPE Pump panel Indicator cum switch Push button Pump panel, footswitch
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 110 or 220 230, 50 Hz/ 110, 60 Hz 230, 50 Hz/ 110, 60 Hz 100/115/127/230
optional optional
W or VA Not specified 70 W 150 W 100 W
H x W x D, cm (in) 80 x 38 x 50 (32 x 15 x 20) 20 x 42 x 36 (7.9 x 16.5 x 39 x 55 x 119 (15.3 x 21.6 x 33 x 24 x 36 (13 x 9.4 x
14.2) 46.8) 14.1) with secretion jar; 101
x 36 x 44 (39.7 x 14.1 x
17.3) with trolley
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 60 (130) 7.5 (16.5) 18 (39.7) 6.3 (13.9) without secretion
jar
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit $3,528 $150 $230 Not specified
List price, canisters $37 $14 $15 Not specified
Warranty 1 year 1 year 1 year 2 years
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS None specified. Meets requirements of ISO Meets requirements of ISO Protection category: IPX1;
13485:2003. 13485:2003. protection class (IEC 601): I;
degree of protection: type
BF; class: IIa (Appendix IX,
directive 93/42/EEC).
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 May 2009 May 2009 May 2007
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Model Footnotes 1"Explosion proof" model
(3840) available.
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MODEL ATMOS ATMOS CA-MI CA-MI

ATMOS S 351 Record 55 NEW ASKIR 20 NEW ASKIR 230/12V BR
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA
FDA CLEARANCE No No No No
CE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes Yes Yes
CONFIGURATION Mobile, portable, tabletop Mobile Portable, tabletop Portable, tabletop
PUMP TYPE 1-cylinder diaphragm 2-cylinder diaphragm 1-cylinder piston 1-cylinder piston
Number of pumps 1 1 1 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 675 735 563 (75 kPa) 564 (75 kPa)
Free airflow, L/min 35 55 16 16
Gauge units mm Hg, kPa, mbar mm Hg, mbar kPa, bar kPa, bar
Gauge diam, cm (in) 4.1 x 6 (1.6 x 2.3) LCD 4.3 (1.7) 5 (2) 5 (2)
VACUUM CONTROL Electronic control Regulating valve Yes Yes
METHOD
NOISE LEVEL, dBA <43.9 @ 1 m (3.3 ft) <46 @ 1 m (3.3 ft) Not specified Not specified
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable collection pouch Reusable collection pouch Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable
Material Polycarbonate, plastic Polycarbonate, glass, Plastic Plastic
plastic
Number 1-2 1-2 1 1
Capacity limit line, mL 1,500, 2,000, 3,000, 5,000 1,000, 1,500, 2,000, 3,000, 1,200-2,200 1,200-2,200
5,000
Graduations, mL 50 50 100 100
Connector labels Optional Optional Yes Yes
Overflow protection Optional Optional Yes Yes
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Silicone Silicone Silicone Silicone
Internal diam, mm (in) 6 (0.25) or 10 (0.39) 6 (0.25) or 10 (0.39) 6 (0.24) 6 (0.24)
Length, m (ft) ≥2 (≥6.6) ≥2 (≥6.6) 1.5 (4.9) 1.5 (4.9)
FILTER TYPE In-line bacterial, Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic
hydrophobic bacterial
STANDARD Canister, footswitch, patient Canister, footswitch, patient Canister, patient tube with Canister, patient tube with
ACCESSORIES tubing, filters, cannulae, tubing, filters, cannulae, filter, conical connector and filter, conical connector and
tissue collectors, trolley tissue collectors, trolley probe probe
SWITCH TYPE Pump panel, footswitch Pump panel, footswitch Pump panel Pump panel
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 115/127/230 230, optional 100-127 110, 220-240, 50/60 Hz 110, 220-240, 50/60 Hz
W or VA 100 W 100 W 184 VA 50 VA
H x W x D, cm (in) 30 x 33 x 20 (11.8 x 13 x 94 x 50 x 39 (37 x 19.7 x 35 x 21 x18 (13.7 x 8.3 x 7) 35 x 21 x 18 (13.7 x 8.3 x 7)
7.8) without trolley; 84 x 49 15.4)
x 52 (33 x 19.3 x 20.4) with
trolley
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 10.2 (22.5) without secretion 36 (79) 2.5 (5.5) 4.9 (10.7)
jar/trolley; 24.7 (55) with
trolley
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit Not specified €2,500 (US$3,326) Not specified Not specified
List price, canisters Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Warranty 2 years 2 years 2 years 2 years
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Protection category: IPX0; Protection category: IPX1; Disposable collection Disposable collection
protection class: I; degree of protection class: I; degree of systems available systems available
protection: type B; class: IIb protection: type BF; class: separately. Meets separately. Meets
(Appendix IX, directive IIa (Appendix IX, directive requirements of MDD requirements of MDD
93/42/EEC). 93/42/EEC). 93/42/EC, ISO 13485:2003, 93/42/EC, ISO 13485:2003,
ISO 9001:2001, EN ISO 9001:2001, EN
60601/1, EN 60601/1/2, and 60601/1, EN 60601/1/2, and
EN 10079/6. EN 10079/6.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2007 May 2007 May 2009 1 May 2009 1
Supplier Footnotes
Model Footnotes
Data Footnotes 1Specifications updated 1Specifications updated
using manufacturer Web using manufacturer Web
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MODEL CA-MI CA-MI CA-MI CA-MI

NEW ASKIR 30 NEW ASKIR 30 12V NEW ASKIR C30 NEW HOSPIVAC 350
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA
FDA CLEARANCE No No No No
CE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes Yes Yes
CONFIGURATION Portable, tabletop Portable, tabletop Mobile on trolley with Mobile on castors
castors
PUMP TYPE 1-cylinder piston Cylinder piston 1-cylinder piston Cylinder diaphragm
Number of pumps 1 1 1 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 600 (80 kPa) 565 (75 kPa) 600 (80 kPa) 675 (90 kPa)
Free airflow, L/min 40 25 40 60
Gauge units kPa, bar kPa, bar kPa, bar kPa, bar
Gauge diam, cm (in) 5 (2) 5 (2) 5 (2) 5 (2)
VACUUM CONTROL Yes Yes Yes Yes
METHOD
NOISE LEVEL, dBA Not specified <63 <63 <55
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable
Material Plastic Plastic Plastic Plastic
Number 1 1 2 2
Capacity limit line, mL 1,200-2,200 1,200-2,200 2,200 2,200-4,000
Graduations, mL 100 100 100 100-200 (for 4,000 capacity)
Connector labels Yes Yes Yes Yes
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Silicone Silicone Silicone Silicone
Internal diam, mm (in) 6 (0.24) 6 (0.24) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3)
Length, m (ft) 1.5 (4.9) 1.5 (4.9) 1.5 (4.9) 1.5 (4.9)
FILTER TYPE Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic
STANDARD Canister, patient tube with Canister, patient tube with 2 canisters, patient tube 2 canisters, patient tube
ACCESSORIES filter, conical connector and filter, conical connector and with filter, conical connector with filter, conical connector
probe probe and probe and probe
SWITCH TYPE Pump panel Pump panel Optional pump panel, Optional pump panel,
footswitch footswitch
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 110, 220-240, 50/60 Hz 110, 220-240, 50/60 Hz 110, 220-240, 50/60 Hz 220-240, 50/60 Hz
W or VA 107 VA 107 VA 110 VA 230 VA
H x W x D, cm (in) 35 x 21 x 18 (13.7 x 8.3 x 7) 35 x 21 x 18 (13.7 x 8.3 x 7) 32 x 99.5 x 30.5 (12.6 x 46 x 60 x 42 (18.1 x 23.6 x
39.1 x 12) with trolley 16.5)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 3.6 (7.9) 2.5 (5.5) 6.2 (13.6) with trolley 13 (28.5)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
List price, canisters Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Warranty 2 years 2 years 2 years 2 years
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Disposable collection Disposable collection Disposable collection Disposable collection
systems available systems available systems available systems available
separately. Meets separately. Meets separately. Meets separately. Meets
requirements of MDD requirements of MDD requirements of MDD requirements of MDD
93/42/EC, ISO 13485:2003, 93/42/EC, ISO 13485:2003, 93/42/EC, ISO 13485:2003, 93/42/EC, ISO 13485:2003,
ISO 9001:2001, EN ISO 9001:2001, EN ISO 9001:2001, EN ISO 9001:2001, EN
60601/1, EN 60601/1/2, and 60601/1, EN 60601/1/2, and 60601/1, EN 60601/1/2, and 60601/1, EN 60601/1/2, and
EN 10079/6. EN 10079/6. EN 10079/6. EN 10079/6.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 1 May 2009 May 2009 May 2009
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MODEL CA-MI CLEMENTS MEDICAL CLEMENTS MEDICAL CLEMENTS MEDICAL

NEW HOSPIVAC 400 Compact High-Suction HandiVac High-Suction High-Suction Pumps Hi Flo :
Pump Pump High-Suction Pumps Hi Vac
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Africa, Asia, Australasia, Africa, Asia, Australasia, Africa, Asia, Australasia,
Middle East Middle East Middle East
FDA CLEARANCE No No No No
CE MARK (MDD) Yes No No No
CONFIGURATION Mobile on casters Portable Portable Mobile
PUMP TYPE 2-cylinder diaphragm Oil-filled rotary vane Diaphragm Twin piston
Number of pumps 1 1 1 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 676 (90 kPa) 720 540 699 : 735
Free airflow, L/min 90 32 30 55 : 32
Gauge units kPa, bar mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa
Gauge diam, cm (in) 6 (2.4) 6 (2.5) 6 (2.5) 6 (2.5)
VACUUM CONTROL Yes Needle valve Needle valve Needle valve
METHOD
NOISE LEVEL, dBA <55 Not specified Not specified Not specified
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable, disposable Reusable Reusable Reusable
Material Plastic Shatterproof polycarbonate Shatterproof plastic, Shatterproof polycarbonate
autoclavable
Number 2 1 1 2
Capacity limit line, mL 2,200-4,000 2,000 1,000 2,000
Graduations, mL 100-200 (for 4,000 capacity) 100 100 100
Connector labels Yes Yes Yes Yes
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Silicone Silicone, PVC Silicone, PVC Silicone, PVC
Internal diam, mm (in) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3)
Length, m (ft) 1.5 (4.9) 2 (6.6) 2 (6.6) 2 (6.6)
FILTER TYPE Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial Bacterial Bacterial
STANDARD 2 canisters, patient tube 1 canister, tubing, filter, 1 canister, tubing, filter, 2 canisters, tubing, optional
ACCESSORIES with filter, conical connector disposable handpiece, disposable handpiece footswitch
and probe optional footswitch
SWITCH TYPE Optional pump panel, Not specified Illuminated Illuminated
footswitch
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 220-240, 50/60 Hz 240, 50 Hz 220/240, 50 Hz 220/240, 50 Hz
W or VA 300 VA 385 W Not specified 360 W
H x W x D, cm (in) 47 x 47 x 43 (18.5 x 29.1 x 40 x 23 x 46 (15.7 x 9.1 x 26 x 18 x 42 (10.2 x 7.1 x 82 x 46 x 30 (32.3 x 18.1 x
16.9) 18.1) 16.5) 11.8)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 20 (43.9) 15 (33) 5.5 (12) 20 (45)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
List price, canisters Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Warranty 2 years 1 year 1 year 2 years
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Disposable collection Optional obstetric cups, Optional obstetric cups, Optional obstetric cups,
systems available footswitch, handpieces, footswitch, handpieces, footswitch, handpieces,
separately. Meets cannulae, adapters for cannulae, adapters for cannulae, adapters for
requirements of MDD disposable canisters. disposable canisters. disposable canisters.
93/42/EC, ISO 13485:2003, Manufactured to IEC 60601 Manufactured to IEC 60601 Manufactured to IEC 60601
ISO 9001:2001, EN requirements. requirements. requirements.
60601/1, EN 60601/1/2, and
EN 10079/6.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 June 2005 June 2005 June 2005
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MODEL ESCHMANN EQUIPMENT ESCHMANN EQUIPMENT ESCHMANN EQUIPMENT GABLER

VP25 VP35 VP45 FSE500-110019
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA
FDA CLEARANCE No No No No
CE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes Yes Yes
CONFIGURATION Portable Mobile Mobile Portable
PUMP TYPE Rotary vane Rotary vane Rotary vane Piston
Number of pumps 1 1 1 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 600 (-80 kPa) 600 (-80 kPa) 700 (-93 kPa) 625
Free airflow, L/min 25 35 40 26
Gauge units mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa
Gauge diam, cm (in) 5 (2) 5 (2) 5 (2) 6.3 (2.5)
VACUUM CONTROL Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve Air-leak valve
METHOD
NOISE LEVEL, dBA Not specified Not specified Not specified 44
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable and disposable Reusable and disposable Reusable and disposable Reusable
with liner system liner system liner system
Material Disposable liner Disposable liner Disposable liner Polysulfone
Number 1 2 1, 2, or 4 1
Capacity limit line, mL 2,000 2,000 2,000 1,800
Graduations, mL 200 200 200 100
Connector labels Yes Yes Yes Yes
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Antistatic neoprene Antistatic neoprene Antistatic neoprene Silicone
Internal diam, mm (in) 6 (0.25) 6 (0.25) 6 (0.25) 7 (0.28)
Length, m (ft) Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
FILTER TYPE Sealed disposable Sealed disposable Sealed disposable Bacterial, hydrophobic
hydrophobic bacterial hydrophobic bacterial hydrophobic bacterial
STANDARD Canister and filter Canister and filter Canister and filter None
ACCESSORIES
SWITCH TYPE Illuminated Illuminated Illuminated Illuminated
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 115/230 115/230 115/230 220/240, 50 Hz, others
optional
W or VA Not specified Not specified Not specified 75 W
H x W x D, cm (in) 32 x 32 x 34 (12.6 x 12.6 x 67 x 44 x 41 (26.4 x 17.3 x 83 x 41 x 32 (32.7 x 16.1 x 44 x 22 x 24 (17.3 x 8.7 x
13.4) 16.1) 12.6) 9.4)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 9 (19.8) 13 (28.6) 32 (70.5) 6.4 (14.1)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
List price, canisters Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Warranty 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS None specified. None specified. None specified. Any liner system can be
fitted as an option.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 May 2009 May 2009 May 2009
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MODEL GABLER GABLER IMPACT/SORENSON IMPACT/SORENSON

FSE550-110019 : FSE570- FSE700-110027 1120 Series 2110 Series
110021
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide Worldwide
FDA CLEARANCE No No Yes Yes
CE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes No No
CONFIGURATION Portable or mobile Mobile Portable Mobile, stand mounted
PUMP TYPE Piston Diaphragm Diaphragm Diaphragm
Number of pumps 1 1 1 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 625 632 550 550
Free airflow, L/min 26 45 33 (23 with filter) 33 (11 with filter)
Gauge units mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa mm Hg mm Hg
Gauge diam, cm (in) 6.3 (2.5) 6.3 (2.5) 5 (2) 5 (2)
VACUUM CONTROL Air-leak valve Air-leak valve Regulating valve Regulating valve
METHOD
NOISE LEVEL, dBA 44 60 66 @ 1.5 m (5 ft) 62 @ 1.5 m (5 ft)
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable Reusable Reusable Reusable
Material Polysulfone Polysulfone Glass Glass
Number 2 2 1 1
Capacity limit line, mL 1,800 1,800, optional 2,000 and 950 or 1,900 950, 1,900, or 3,800
4,000
Graduations, mL 100 100 50 or 100 50 or 100
Connector labels Yes Yes Yes Yes
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Silicone Silicone PVC PVC
Internal diam, mm (in) 7 (0.28) 7 (0.28) 6 (0.25) 6 (0.25)
Length, m (ft) Not specified Not specified 2 (6.6) 2 (6.6)
FILTER TYPE Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic
STANDARD None None Canister, filter, tubing Canister, filter, tubing
ACCESSORIES
SWITCH TYPE Illuminated Illuminated Pump mounted Panel mounted
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 220/240, 50 Hz, others 220/240, 50 Hz, others 115/220-240, 50/60 Hz 115/220-240, 50/60 Hz
optional optional
W or VA 75 W 130 W 483/418 VA 212/330 VA
H x W x D, cm (in) 44 x 29 x 24 (17.3 x 11.4 x 90 x 45 x 36 (35.4 x 17.7 x 36 x 22 x 31 (14 x 19 x 12) 41 x 36 x 86 (16 x 14 x 34)
9.4) 14.1)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 7.3 (16.1) : 12 (26.5), 18.5 (40.8) 9 (19) 10.5 (23)
including trolley
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit Not specified Not specified $910-1,035 $1,150-1,270
List price, canisters Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Warranty 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Any liner system can be Any liner system can be None specified. None specified.
fitted as an option. fitted as an option.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 May 2009 May 2009 May 2009
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MODEL IMPACT/SORENSON IMPACT/SORENSON LAMIDEY NOURY MAQUET

2120 Series 2135 Series AS64R MEDAP BORA UP 2080
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide Worldwide Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA
FDA CLEARANCE Yes Yes No No
CE MARK (MDD) No No Yes Yes
CONFIGURATION Portable Mobile, stand mounted Mobile Portable
PUMP TYPE Diaphragm Rotary vane Diaphragm Diaphragm
Number of pumps 1 1 4 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 550 550 608 675
Free airflow, L/min 33 (23 with filter) 32 (19 with filter) 60 42
Gauge units mm Hg mm Hg mbar mm Hg, kPa
Gauge diam, cm (in) 5 (2) 5 (2) 5.7 (2.24) 6.4 (2.5)
VACUUM CONTROL Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve,
METHOD membrane type
NOISE LEVEL, dBA 66 @ 1.5 m (5 ft) 67 @ 1.5 m (5 ft) Not specified 50.5
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable Reusable Optional disposable Reusable, disposable
Material Glass Glass Polycarbonate (polysulfone Glass, polysulfone,
on request) disposable liner
Number 1 1 2 Up to 4
Capacity limit line, mL 950 or 1,900 950, 1,900, or 3,800 4,000 (2,000 for disposable 1,000-5,000
bags)
Graduations, mL 50 or 100 50 or 100 200 50/100
Connector labels Yes Yes Not specified Yes
Overflow protection Yes Yes Automatic cutoff, 250 mL Disposable, optional
trap bottle reusable
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material PVC PVC Silicon Silicone
Internal diam, mm (in) 6 (0.25) 6 (0.25) 7 (0.28) 6 (0.24)
Length, m (ft) 2 (6.6) 2 (6.6) 2.5 (8.3) 1 (3.3)
FILTER TYPE Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic Not specified Bacterial
STANDARD Canister, filter, tubing Canister, filter, tubing Capsule Canister, overflow
ACCESSORIES protection, connection tube
SWITCH TYPE Pump mounted Panel mounted Pneumatic pedal Pump panel
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 115/220-240, 50/60 Hz 115/220-240, 50/60 Hz 220 230, 50-60 Hz; 115, 60 Hz
W or VA 483/418 VA 483/528 VA 135 VA 160 W
H x W x D, cm (in) 36 x 22 x 31 (14 x 19 x 12) 41 x 36 x 86 (16 x 14 x 34) 43 x 36 x 35 (16.7 x 14.2 x 31 x 36 x 31 (12.2 x 14.1 x
13.8) 12.2)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 15.9 (35) 15.9 (35) 16 (35.3) 11 (24)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit $1,330-1,450 $1,575-1,700 €2,576 (US$3,504) Not specified
List price, canisters Not specified Not specified €125 (US$166) for 4,000 ml Not specified
polycarbonate
Warranty 1 year 1 year 1 year 2 years
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS None specified. None specified. None specified. Meets requirements of ISO
9001, ISO 13485:2003, IEC
60601, ISO 10079-1, and
CE 0123.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 May 2009 May 2009 May 2009
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MODEL MAQUET MAQUET MEDELA MEDELA

MEDAP BORA UP 2080 OP MEDAP TWISTA SP 1070 Basic 30 Dominant 50 Series
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide Worldwide
FDA CLEARANCE No No Yes Yes
CE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes Yes Yes
CONFIGURATION Portable Mobile Mobile or pedestal Mobile or portable
PUMP TYPE Diaphragm Rotary vane 2-cylinder, piston/cylinder, 2-cylinder, piston/cylinder,
self-lube self-lube
Number of pumps 1 1 1 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 675 675 638 (85 kPa) 675 (90 kPa)
Free airflow, L/min 42 55 (50 Hz), 65 (60 Hz) 30 50
Gauge units mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa
Gauge diam, cm (in) 6.4 (2.5) 6.4 (2.5) 6.35 (2.25) 6.35 (2.25)
VACUUM CONTROL Regulating valve, Regulating valve, Regulator, membrane type Regulator, membrane type
METHOD membrane type membrane type
NOISE LEVEL, dBA 50.5 52-54 37 44
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable
Material Glass, polysulfone, Glass, polysulfone, Polysulfone, disposable bag Polystyrene, disposable bag
disposable liner disposable liner liner liner
Number Up to 4 Up to 4 1 autoclavable 1 autoclavable
Capacity limit line, mL 1,000-5,000 1,000-5,000 1,000-5,000 1,000-5,000
Graduations, mL 50/100 50/100 100 100
Connector labels Yes Yes Yes Yes
Overflow protection Disposable, optional Disposable, optional Yes Yes
reusable reusable
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Silicone Silicone Silicone Silicone
Internal diam, mm (in) 6 (0.24) 6 (0.24) 12 x 7 (0.4 x 0.3) 12 x 7 (0.4 x 0.3)
Length, m (ft) 1 (3.3) 1 (3.3) 2 (6.6) 2 (6.6)
FILTER TYPE Bacterial Bacterial Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic
STANDARD Canister, overflow Canister, overflow Canister, tubing Canister, tubing, filters (5)
ACCESSORIES protection, footswitch, protection, footswitch,
connection tube connection tube
SWITCH TYPE Pump panel, footswitch Pump panel, footswitch Not specified Not specified
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 230, 50-60 Hz; 115, 60 Hz 230, 50-60 Hz; 100- 120/240, 50/60 Hz 120/240, 50/60 Hz
110/100-120, 50/60 Hz;
127, 60 Hz
W or VA 160 W 100 W Not specified Not specified
H x W x D, cm (in) 31 x 36 x 31 (12.2 x 14.1 x 100 x 56 x 50 (39.3 x 22 x 97 x 51 x 48 (38 x 20 x 19) 95 x 50 x 59 (37 x 20 x 23)
12.2) 19.6)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 11 (24) 26 (57) 16 (35) 11.5 (25.4)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit Not specified Not specified $1,575 portable, $1,995 $2,095 portable; $2,495
mobile mobile
List price, canisters Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Warranty 2 years 2 years 5 years 5 years
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Meets requirements of ISO Meets requirements of ISO UL 544 listed. UL 544 listed.
9001, ISO 13485:2003, IEC 9001, ISO 13485:2003, IEC
60601, ISO 10079-1, and 60601, ISO 10079-1, and
CE 0123. CE 0123.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 May 2009 May 2009 May 2009
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MODEL MGE MGE MGE NOUVAG

SAM 12 : SAM 14: SAM 15 SAM 35: SAM 36 SAM 420 Vacuson 60L
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except North Worldwide, except North Worldwide, except North Worldwide
America America America
FDA CLEARANCE No No No Submitted
CE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes Yes Yes
CONFIGURATION Mobile or tabletop Mobile Portable Portable, stand mounted
PUMP TYPE Diaphragm Diaphragm Diaphragm Piston, oil free
Number of pumps 1 1 1 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 600 600 600 686 (0.9 bar)
Free airflow, L/min 25 45 25 60
Gauge units mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa Bar, mm Hg
Gauge diam, cm (in) Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
VACUUM CONTROL Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve, suction
METHOD control valve
NOISE LEVEL, dBA <65 55 Not specified 55
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable Reusable Not specified
Material Plastic, other Plastic, other Plastic, other Polysulfone bottle, monokit
disposable
Number 1 : 2: 1 2 1 2
Capacity limit line, mL 2,000 2,000 or 4,000 1,000 5,000
Graduations, mL 100 100 100 50
Connector labels Yes Yes Yes Yes
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Silicone Silicone Silicone Silicone
Internal diam, mm (in) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3) Not specified 8 x 14 (0.3 x 0.6)
Length, m (ft) 2 (6.6) 2 (6.6) Not specified 2 (6.6)
FILTER TYPE Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic Disposable
STANDARD Canisters, footswitch, cart Canisters, footswitch, cart None specified Canisters, tubing, stand
ACCESSORIES
SWITCH TYPE On/off On/off On/off Footswitch, on/off electric,
foot-controlled vacuum
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 220/250 or 110/120, 50/60 220/240 or 110/120, 50/60 100-240, 12 VDC, 50/60 Hz 115/230, 50/60 Hz
Hz, single phase Hz, single phase
W or VA Not specified Not specified Not specified 215 W
H x W x D, cm (in) 38 x 45 x 20 (15 x 17.7 x 84 x [39 or 43] x 33 (33 x Not specified 29 x 28 x 36 (11.4 x 11 x
7.9) : 38 x 65 x 20 (15 x [15.4 or 17] x 13) 14.2)
25.6 x 7.9) : 38 x 45 x 20
(15 x 17.7 x 7.9)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 10 (22.1) : 11 (24.3) 25 (55.1) 5.5 (12.1) 12 (26.5)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit £575 (US$868) : £677 £1,169 (US$1,768) : £1,000 £627 (US$948) $2,215
(US$1,023) : £600 (US$1,512)
(US$907)
List price, canisters £168 (US$254)/pack of 4 Not specified Not specified $155 for 2 L, $215 for 5 L
Warranty 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Autoclavable collection Autoclavable collection Autoclavable collection None specified.
vessel supplied, automatic vessel supplied, automatic vessel supplied, automatic
shutoff, overflow control shutoff, overflow control shutoff, overflow control
valves and internal filter. valves and internal filter. valves. Will run for 45
Meets requirements of BSI, Meets requirements of BSI, minutes on rechargeable Ni-
DEMOK, ENISO 9001, DEMOK, ENISO 9001, Cd batteries. Meets
GS/TUV, IEC 601-1, GS/TUV, IEC 601-1, requirements of BSI,
NEMKO, SEMKO. NEMKO, SEMKO. DEMOK, ENISO 9001,
GS/TUV, IEC 601-1,
NEMKO, SEMKO.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 May 2009 May 2009 May 2009
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MODEL ORDISI ORDISI ORDISI ORDISI

A-70 AP-92 Aspit Futurvac
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA
FDA CLEARANCE No No No No
CE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes Yes Yes
CONFIGURATION Mobile stand Portable Portable Mobile stand
PUMP TYPE Monobloc, rotating, Membrane Membrane Monobloc, rotating,
submerged in oil submerged in oil
Number of pumps Not specified 1 2 Not specified
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 720 620 600 720
Free airflow, L/min 50 10 13.5 50
Gauge units Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Gauge diam, cm (in) 5 (2) 5 (2) 5 (2) 7 (2.8)
VACUUM CONTROL Yes Yes Yes Yes
METHOD
NOISE LEVEL, dBA 50 30 30 50
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable Reusable Reusable Reusable
Material Glass Plastic Glass Plastic
Number 1 1 1 2-3
Capacity limit line, mL 5,000 1,000 1,600 1,000-3,000
Graduations, mL 1,000 100 200 500
Connector labels Yes Yes Yes Yes
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Silicone Silicone Silicone Silicone
Internal diam, mm (in) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3)
Length, m (ft) Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
FILTER TYPE Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic Bacterial, hydrophobic
STANDARD Switch Switch Switch Switch
ACCESSORIES
SWITCH TYPE Footswitch Footswitch Footswitch Footswitch
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 120/220 120/220 120/220 120/220
W or VA 500 VA 80 VA 115 VA 500 VA
H x W x D, cm (in) 46 H x 111 D (18 x 43.7) 34 x 15 x 30 (13.4 x 5.9 x 34 x 15 x 30 (13.4 x 5.9 x 50 x 43 x 80 (19.7 x 16.9 x
11.8) 11.8) 31.5)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 31 (68.4) 1.4 (3.5) 4.6 (10.2) 22.1 (48.7)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit $1,250 $270 $320 $810-830
List price, canisters Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Warranty 2 years 2 years 2 years 2 years
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Meets requirements of CE Meets requirements of CE Meets requirements of CE Meets requirements of CE
0318 and ISO 9002. 0318, EN 60601, and ISO 0318, EN 60601, and ISO 0318 and ISO 9002.
9002. 9002.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 May 2009 May 2009 May 2009
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MODEL ORDISI OXYLITRE OXYLITRE OXYLITRE

FV-LIP elite HIGH ESS100 : elite elite LOW ESS050 elite THEATRE ESS5200
HIGH ESS200
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA
FDA CLEARANCE No No No No
CE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes Yes Yes
CONFIGURATION Mobile stand Mobile Mobile Mobile
PUMP TYPE Monobloc, rotating, Diaphragm Diaphragm Diaphragm
submerged in oil
Number of pumps Not specified 1 1 2
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 758 620 620 620
Free airflow, L/min 166 25 25 55
Gauge units Not specified mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa mm Hg, kPa
Gauge diam, cm (in) 7 (2.8) 6.3 (2.5) 6.3 (2.5) 6.3 (2.5)
VACUUM CONTROL Yes Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve
METHOD
NOISE LEVEL, dBA 50 Not specified Not specified Not specified
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable
Material Plastic Plastic Plastic Plastic
Number 2-3 1:2 1 2
Capacity limit line, mL 1,000-3,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
Graduations, mL 500 200 200 200
Connector labels Yes Yes Yes Yes
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Silicone Polyethylene (FR) Polyethylene (FR) Polyethylene (FR)
Internal diam, mm (in) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3)
Length, m (ft) Not specified 1 (3.3) 1 (3.3) 1 (3.3)
FILTER TYPE Bacterial, hydrophobic Sealed disposable Sealed disposable Sealed disposable
hydrophobic hydrophobic hydrophobic
STANDARD Switch Tubing Tubing Tubing
ACCESSORIES
SWITCH TYPE Footswitch Illuminated Illuminated Illuminated
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 120/220 220-240 220-240 220-240
W or VA 650 VA 127 W 127 W 170 W
H x W x D, cm (in) 50 x 43 x 80 (19.7 x 16.9 x 84 x 44 x 34 (33 x 17 x 13) 84 x 44 x 34 (33 x 17 x 13) 84 x 44 x 34 (33 x 17 x 13)
31.5)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 30 (66.2) 13 (28.7) 13 (28.7) 15.5 (33)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit $1,900 Not specified Not specified Not specified
List price, canisters Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Warranty 2 years 1 year 1 year 1 year
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Meets requirements of CE Meets requirements of BS Meets requirements of BS Meets requirements of BS
0318 and ISO 9002. EN 46001 and 93/42/EEC, EN 46001 and 93/42/EEC, EN 46001 and 93/42/EEC,
BS EN ISO 9001, and ISO BS EN ISO 9001, and ISO BS EN ISO 9001, and ISO
10079-1. 10079-1. 10079-1.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 May 2007 May 2007 May 2007
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MODEL PHIPPS & BIRD1 PHIPPS & BIRD1 PHIPPS & BIRD1 SAMED
AUL Aspirator CAUL DCA Aspirator/Compressor MOD CH1
Compressor/Aspirator
WHERE MARKETED USA USA USA Worldwide, except USA
FDA CLEARANCE Yes Yes Yes No
CE MARK (MDD) No No No Yes
CONFIGURATION Portable, mobile cart Portable, mobile cart Portable Mobile on 4 antistatic
available available casters
PUMP TYPE Cylinder piston/diaphragm Cylinder piston/diaphragm Cylinder piston/diaphragm 1-cylinder piston
Number of pumps 1 1 1 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 560 560 560 650
Free airflow, L/min Not specified Not specified Not specified 50
Gauge units cm Hg cm Hg cm Hg cm Hg
Gauge diam, cm (in) 5 (2) 5 (2) 5 (2) 48 x 48 (18.9 x 18.9),
external
VACUUM CONTROL Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve
METHOD
NOISE LEVEL, dBA Not specified Not specified Not specified <50 @ 1 m (3.3 ft)
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable; accepts most Reusable; accepts most Disposable Reusable
brands of disposable brands of disposable
suction canisters suction canisters
Material Glass Glass Containers sold separately Polycarbonate
(autoclavable)
Number 1 1 Not specified 1
Capacity limit line, mL 900 900 Not specified 2,000; optional 4,000
Graduations, mL 250 250 Not specified 50
Connector labels Yes Yes Yes Yes
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Vinyl supplied; compatible Vinyl supplied; compatible Vinyl supplied; compatible Silicone
with other types with other types with other types
Internal diam, mm (in) 4.8 (0.19) 4.8 (0.19) 4.8 (0.19) 8 (0.3)
Length, m (ft) ~1 (3.3) ~1 (3.3) ~1 (3.3) 1.8 (5.9)
FILTER TYPE Hydrophobic Hydrophobic Hydrophobic Bacterial
STANDARD None specified 0-40 psi pressure gauge, 0-38 psi pressure gauge, Canister, tubing, footswitch,
ACCESSORIES air-filter regulation valve air-filter regulation valve cable, bacterial filter
SWITCH TYPE Toggle Toggle Toggle Manual/pneumatic
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 120 (1/10 Hp motor) 120 (1/10 Hp motor) 12 VDC 220-240 V, 50 Hz
W or VA Not specified Not specified Not specified 155 W (engine), 185 W
(suction)
H x W x D, cm (in) 27.9 x 20.3 x 35.6 (11 x 8 x 27.9 x 20.3 x 35.6 (11 x 8 x 17.8 x 22.9 x 35.6 (7 x 9 x 93 x 38 x 30 (36.6 x 15 x
14) 14) 14) 11.8)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 7.2 (16) 8.2 (18) 3.2 (7) 21 (46)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit $670 $790 $615 €1,150 (US$1,533) : €1,250
(US$1,667) with two 4 L
Makrolon jars
List price, canisters €48 (US$64) 2 L canister
Warranty 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year, parts except
batteries and consumables
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Hospital-grade plug; rated Hospital-grade plug; rated Optional battery pack and None specified.
for 1 year of continuous for 1 year of continuous battery charger.
operation. UL listed. operation. UL listed.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 May 2009 May 2009 May 20091
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variety of private label variety of private label variety of private label

agreements. agreements. agreements.
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MODEL SAMED SAMED SIARE SISMATEC

MOD CH2 PORTABLE UNIT DC 1000/C ASPIROTEC II
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Worldwide, except USA Brazil, South America
FDA CLEARANCE No No No No
CE MARK (MDD) Yes Yes Yes No
CONFIGURATION Mobile on 4 antistatic Portable, carrying case Mobile Mobile
casters
PUMP TYPE 2-cylinder piston 1-cylinder piston Rotary Piston
Number of pumps 1 1 1 1
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 650 580 760 635
Free airflow, L/min 75 13 30 35
Gauge units cm Hg cm Hg mm Hg mm Hg, pol Hg
Gauge diam, cm (in) 48 x 48 (18.9 x 18.9), 48 x 48 (18.9 x 18.9), Not specified 6.4 (2.5)
external external
VACUUM CONTROL Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve Regulating valve
METHOD
NOISE LEVEL, dBA <50 @ 1 m (3.3 ft) <50 @ 1 m (3.3 ft) ≤40 51
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable Reusable Reusable or disposable Reusable, autoclavable
Material Polycarbonate Polycarbonate Plastic Glass
(autoclavable) (autoclavable)
Number 2 1 2 1, 2, 3
Capacity limit line, mL 2,000; optional 4,000 1,000 4,000, 2,000 3,000, 4,000, 5,000
Graduations, mL 50 50 200, 100 250, 500, 1,000, 2,000,
3,000, 4,000, 5,000
Connector labels Yes Yes Yes No
Overflow protection Yes Yes Yes Yes
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Silicone Silicone Silicone Silicone
Internal diam, mm (in) 8 (0.3) 8 (0.3) 7 (0.28) 8 (0.3)
Length, m (ft) 1.8 (5.9) 1.8 (5.9) 1.5 (4.9) 1.5 (4.96)
FILTER TYPE Bacterial Bacterial Bacterial Optional bacterial
STANDARD 2 canisters, tubing, Canister, bacterial filter, Canisters Glass jar, silicone tubing,
ACCESSORIES footswitch, cable, 2 bacterial cable optional suction cannulae
filters
SWITCH TYPE Manual/pneumatic Continuous operation Optional foot remote control On/off, knob, optional
footswitch
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 220-240, 50 Hz 220/230, battery 12 VDC 230; 110 optional 110/220, 50/60 Hz
W or VA 370 VA (engine), 400 VA 25 W 200 W 250 W
(suction)
H x W x D, cm (in) 93 x 50 x 30 (36.6 x 19.7 x 28 x 40 x 14 (11 x 15.7 x 85 x 57 x 54 (33.4 x 22.4 x 32 x 35 x 91 (12.5 x 13.7 x
11.8) 5.5) 21.2) 37.4)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 28 (62) 4.2 (9.2) 20 (44.1) 15 (40)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit €1,400 (US$1,922) : €1,550 €480 (US$640) Not specified $992
(US$2,128) with two 4 L
Makrolon jars
List price, canisters €48 (US$66) 2 L canister €41 (US$54) 1 L canister Not specified $15
Warranty 1 year, parts except 1 year, parts except 1 year 1 year
batteries and consumables batteries and consumables
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS None specified. Includes carrying case. 300 mL safety canister. Meets requirements of ISO
9001:2000.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 20091 May 20091 May 2009 May 2009
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MODEL WELLS JOHNSON WELLS JOHNSON

HERCULES WHISPERATOR
WHERE MARKETED Worldwide Worldwide
FDA CLEARANCE Yes Yes
CE MARK (MDD) No No
CONFIGURATION Mobile Mobile
PUMP TYPE 2-cylinder piston 2-cylinder piston
Number of pumps 3 2
VACUUM LIMIT, mm Hg 760 760
Free airflow, L/min 192.6 147.2
Gauge units Not specified Not specified
Gauge diam, cm (in) Not specified Not specified
VACUUM CONTROL Not specified Not specified
METHOD
NOISE LEVEL, dBA 53 ±3 @ 1.8 m (6 ft) 53 ±3 @ 1.8 m (6 ft)
COLLECTION CANISTERS Reusable, disposable Reusable, disposable
Material Not specified Not specified
Number Not specified Not specified
Capacity limit line, mL Not specified Not specified
Graduations, mL Not specified Not specified
Connector labels Not specified Not specified
Overflow protection Trap Trap
COMPATIBLE TUBING
Material Silicone Silicone
Internal diam, mm (in) Not specified Not specified
Length, m (ft) 4.25 (9) 4.25 (9)
FILTER TYPE Bacterial, HEPA Bacterial, HEPA
STANDARD None specified None specified
ACCESSORIES
SWITCH TYPE Footswitch Footswitch
POWER REQUIREMENTS
VAC 110/220 110/220
W or VA Not specified Not specified
H x W x D, cm (in) 47 x 45.7 x 38.1 (18.5 x 18 47 x 45.7 x 38.1 (18.5 x 18
x 15) x 15)
WEIGHT, kg (lb) 33 (73) 29 (64)
PURCHASE
INFORMATION
List price, unit Not specified Not specified
List price, canisters Not specified Not specified
Warranty 5 years, parts and labor 5 years, parts and labor
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS None specified. None specified.
UMDNS CODE(S) 10217 10217
LAST UPDATED May 2009 May 2009
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