Medela Vario 18 Suction Pump – Portable

Medela Vario 18 Suction Pump – Portable

Generally, the Medela Vario 18 Suction Pump is intended to be used for a variety of suctioning procedures including nasopharyngeal, tracheal and surgical. It is indicated for aspiration and remove:

• Surgical Fluids
• Tissue (including bone)
• Gases
• Bodily Fluids (including vomit)
• Infectious materials from a patient’s airway or respiratory support system, either during surgery or at the patient’s bedside

The Medela Vario 18 is a lightweight and portable medical suction pump that guarantees maximum suction performance for a range of constant and intermittent suctioning needs. One example is gastric and surgical suctioning. Intermittent suction can provide more delicate drainage and a constant suction mode is available for smaller interventions or airway suctioning. Medela Vario 18 Suction Pump is a versatile device that makes a great multipurpose pump for hospitals and clinics alike.

Medela Vario 18 Suction Pump Applications

• ENT
• Tracheotomy
• Gastroenterology

Medela Vario 18 Suction Pump Features

• Overflow Protection and Bacteria Filter
• Vacuum gauge in kPa and mmHg
• LED Warning Light
• Carrying Handle
• Membrane Vacuum Regulator
• Tubing Holder
• Plug for 12 V DC IN car connection cable

Versatile and quiet – One type of pump for many applications in the clinic or hospital means same construction of the pump and less training necessary to service the devices. Most spare parts interchangeable between the pump versions.

Choice – Many types available depending on requirements

• AC or AC/DC versions
• High / medium / low vacuum versions
• Can be equipped with disposable collection or reusable collection system

Easy to use: No questions from staff how to use the Medela Vario 18 Suction Pump. Safety knob prevents accidental adjustment of the vacuum. Overflow protection / bacteria filter prevents overflow into the drive unit. Safety in the collection system prevents contamination

Medela Vario 18 Suction Pump Specifications

• Max. Vacuum: -75 kPa / -563 mmHg ± 10% tolerance
• Flow: 18 l/min. ± 10% tolerance
• Dimensions: 15″ x 6 3/4″ x 11 1/4″
• Weight: 8 lbs
• Drive unit: QuatroFlex piston/cylinder technology
• Electrical Info
  • AC: 120 – 240 V | 60 Hz / 230 – 240 V | 50 Hz
  • AC/DC: 100 – 240 V | 50 – 60 Hz
• Power Consumption
  • AC: 90 W
  • AC/DC: 80 W
• Noise level: 51.2 dB @ 3 ft
• Vacuum Regulator: Membrane
• Protection against electric shock: Type CF (cardiac floating: max. earth leaking current 10 μA)
• Medical Device Classification:Class IIa
• Ingress Protection: IP21
• Battery: NiMH
• Operating Time on battery: 30 minutes
• Charging time of battery: 5 hours
• Low battery indication: LED and acoustic
• Overflow protection: Disposable overflow protection/bacterial filter