The Ambu CO₂ Detector (12 per box) is a carbon dioxide detector that has been specially designed to detect CO₂ in the exhaled breath of a patient.

Warranty: Until Use or Expiration (3 Year Shelf Life).

Utilized during mechanical ventilation, the Ambu CO₂ Detector assists in the placement of an endotracheal or nasotracheal tube, or to verify the condition of a patient airway. Changes color from violet at ambient levels of CO₂ to yellow at normal respiratory levels. May be used for up to two hours of continuous use.

Features

Ambu CO₂ Detector Features

• Designed to make airway assessment fast and easy.
• Confirms proper endotracheal tube placement.
• Prevents unwarranted intubations.
• Confirms cardiac output during CPR.
• 2" diameter visual indicator makes breath-to-breath easy to see.
• Lens is coated with an anti-fogging agent to reduce moisture and humidity and ensure continuous lens clarity.
• Complies with Standard of Care Guidelines from the American Heart Association, American College of Emergency Physicians, American Association for Respiratory Care and the American Society of Anesthesiologists.

Specifications

Ambu CO₂ Detector Specifications

• Patient Weight: Adult > 33 lb (15 kg), Pedi 2.2-33 lb (1-15 kg).
• Resistance to Flow: 3.0cm H₂0 + 1cm at 60L/min.
• Weight: Less than 0.0440925 lb or 20 G.
• Connector Ports: 0.866142" (22 mm) O.D. / 0.590551" (15 mm) I.D.
• Proximal End: 0.590551" (15 mm) O.D.
• Internal Volume: 30 cc
• Storage Temperature: 24 degrees C (75 degrees F)
• Shelf Life: 3 years.
• Size Available: Adult and pediatric.
• Failure Notification: If color remains violet.
• Viewing Area: 2"
• Color Change: Purple/Yellow.
• Odor: None.
• Any Any Inhalation Potential?: None.
• Usage Time: Up to two hours.
• Latex Free: Yes.
• Open or Closed Vent: Closed.

Sizes

Ambu CO₂ Detector Sizes

• #172712: Adult.
• #172713: Pediatric.

Literature

Ambu CO₂ Detector Literature