Oxygen (O²) Flow Meter, Ball and Tube Type, Single
An oxygen flow meter is a relatively simple device used in medical settings to regulate the flow of oxygen from a source (such as an oxygen tank or concentrator) to a patient.
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Design and Components:
- The flow meter consists of a tube through which oxygen gas passes.
- Inside the tube, there’s an indicator (often a floating ball) that moves based on the gas flow.
- The tube has a numbered scale to determine the flow rate.
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Flow Measurement:
- As oxygen flows through the tube, it lifts the indicator.
- When the pressure of the gas equals the pressure above the indicator, the ball stabilizes at a specific position.
- The caregiver reads the numbered scale to determine the oxygen flow rate in liters per minute (LPM).
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Clinical Use:
- Oxygen flow meters are crucial for delivering accurate prescribed oxygen levels to patients.
- They are commonly found in operating rooms, recovery areas, critical care units, wards, and ambulances.
- Monitoring oxygen saturation ensures timely detection of hypoxemia.
Remember, oxygen flow meters play a vital role in patient care by ensuring precise oxygen delivery!
Features
- Calibrated at 50 psi inlet pressure.
- Chromed brass body.
- Flow rate: 0-15LPM.
- Adapter: Heyer.