VP18 Analogue Surgical Suction System

VP18 Analogue 18 Litre VP Mobile Analogue Series Surgical Suction Unit

Description
Technical Data
Key Information

The VP Series surgical suction units provide compact, robust and portable suction performance. Simple and intuitive to use, the VP18 features a unique dual filter system - an external bacterial filter combined with a further internal filter - to provide the ultimate benefit - protection against contamination overflow.

The VP18 Analogue surgical suction unit features a simple pressure control dial and gauge to adjust the system flow rate. Advanced lithium-ion battery technology ensures the pump is capable of running continuously on maximum suction for up to 45 minutes to meet even the most demanding situations.

The Eschmann VP18 portable suction unit is available with a choice of jar systems, two disposable and one reusable. All portable VP suction units are able to carry up to four 1 litre jars, with bracket placements on either side and two on the reverse of the unit.

Aggregated suction power (measured at suction hose nozzle)		Eschmann VP18: 18 l/min ± 2 l/min
Vacuum		-80 kPa max (-800 mbar, -600 mmHg*); (high vacuum)
Tank Capacity		Reusable tank system (1000 ml)
		Disposable tank system (1000 ml)
Nominal mains voltage		100 – 240V primary / 12V DC secondary (VP18 and 26) 230V AC (VP28)
Nominal frequency of mains adapter power supply		50 / 60 Hz
Battery		11.1 V, 4400 mAh – lithium-ion battery
Battery recharge from empty		2.5 h – 3 h
Battery recharge half-full		1.5 h – 2 h
Dimensions of unit (HxWxD)		290mm x 259mm x 130mm
Weight (basic device)		VP18: 3.1 kg
Battery life during use: (VP18 and 26 mobile units only)		40 - 45 min.
Noise		VP18: approx. 62 dB/A

Choice of liner system

The VP Portable Series Surgical Suction units are available with a choice of liner system to meet to requirements of the surgical environments in which they are used