- Medex SKU:
- INS-441-1944000
- Packing Info:
- 70/Case
- Usually Ships:
- 3 - 5 Business Days
Description
Key Features
High Filtration Efficiency: Provides a high level of protection with a validated Bacterial and Viral Filtration Efficiency (BFE/VFE) of >99.999%.
Validated Protection: The filter is validated against the passage of specific microorganisms, including Hepatitis C and Mycobacterium tuberculosis, in addition to standard test microorganisms. It is also effective against coronaviruses like MERS CoV.
Low Resistance to Flow: The filter includes a Flow diffuser to improve performance and optimize resistance to flow, which helps reduce the work of breathing for the patient.
Safety Connectors: Features safe, secure ISO connectors (22F - 22M/15F) to minimize potential disconnection and leakage.
Latex-Free: The product is manufactured without latex.
Technical Specifications (Mean Values):
Compressible Volume: $67 \text{ ml}$
Weight: $40 \text{ g}$
Resistance at 30 L/min: $1.0 \text{ cm } H_2O$
Minimum Tidal Volume: $>200 \text{ ml}$
Maximum Tidal Volume: $1000 \text{ ml}$
Primary Uses
The Filta-Guard breathing filter is a dedicated medical device used in breathing systems to prevent cross-contamination.
Protection of Patients and Personnel: It serves as an effective barrier to protect the patient, hospital personnel, and equipment from potential microbial contamination (bacteria and viruses).
Clinical Environments: It is designed specifically for use in:
Anaesthesia (Operating Theatre): Protecting the breathing system during surgical procedures.
Intensive Care (Critical Care): Used in ventilator circuits for patients requiring mechanical ventilation.