Oxygen cylinders

Oxygen cylinders contain medical grade oxygen and come in different sizes.

> Type of oxygen cylinder: B10

> Type of oxygen cylinder: B2

> Type of oxygen cylinder: B1

> Type of oxygen transport: Cylinder Trolley

Type of oxygen cylinder: B10

This is the largest oxygen cylinder available and is provided as a back-up supply for use in the event of a power cut or concentrator failure. This oxygen cylinder is not intended for use as a portable cylinder.

Type of oxygen cylinder: B10 The duration of this oxygen cylinder varies according to your flow rate setting. The duration varies from 2 hours 21 minutes (at 15 litres per minute) to 70 hours, 44 minutes (at 0.5 litres per minute).

Technical Data
Weight full	15kg = 33lb
Height	71cm (28ins)
Diameter	18.2cm (17.1ins)
Capacity	2122litres

There are two types of valve on a B10 cylinder:

There are two types of valve on a B10 cylinder:

Note:
As a back up cylinder, a B10 should always be within easy reach. It should only be used in the event of a power cut or machine breakdown, not for general use.

Type of oxygen cylinder: B 2

Type of oxygen cylinder: Freedom ® 400 This is our standard portable cylinder for those who need to get out and about

The duration of this oxygen cylinder without a conserver varies from 28 minutes (at 15 litres per minute) to 71 hours, 40 minutes (at 0.1 litres per minute).

This increases greatly with a conserver, lasting 3 hours (at 6 litres per minute) to 21 hours (at 1 litre per minute).

Technical Data
Weight full	3.2kg = 7lb
Height	53cm (20.8ins)
Diameter	10cm (3.9ins)
Capacity	430 litres
Accessories	Bag Available

Cylinder valve

Type of oxygen cylinder: B 1

This is our lightweight oxygen cylinder, only for use by children and frail adults who need a lighter cylinder.

Type of oxygen cylinder: Freedom ® 300

The duration of this oxygen cylinder without a conserver varies from 20 minutes (at 15 litres per minute) to 10 hours, 16 minutes (at 0.5 litres per minute).

This increases greatly with a conserver, lasting 1 hour (at 8 litres per minute) to 15 hours (at 1 litre per minute)

Technical Data
Weight full	2.1kg=4.6lb
Height	43cm
Diameter	8.5cm
Capacity	308 litres

Cylinder Valve

Type of oxygen transport: Cylinder Trolley

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Cylinder safety instructions (for Air Products equipment only)

Please advise oxygen users of the following:

Do not adjust the oxygen flow rate on your cylinder without consulting your doctor
Do not smoke or let others smoke in the presence of oxygen
Keep your cylinder away from open flames, cigarettes, stoves or any source of heat.
Never use oil or grease on your cylinder valve (On/Off valve) or equipment. This can greatly increase fire risk.
Do not let children or untrained persons tamper with your cylinder.
Do not cover or hang clothes or dusters on your cylinder.
Close your cylinder valve (on/off valve) when not in use.
Keep your cylinder below 50ºC in a well-ventilated place.
Do not place cannula or mask on upholstery or bedding. Oxygen may be absorbed increasing fire risk.
Follow your technician’s advice on where to store your cylinders safely.

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