Image of the back of the Q50 compressor. A gray box with a filter, plug, and on/off switch.

Small But Powerful

The Q50 Compressor conveniently fits on the Precision Flow roll stand, minimizing additional space requirements. It weighs just 44 lbs, and measures 20” x 19” x 9” (51cm x 48cm x 23cm).
Its small size doesn’t diminish performance. With an oxygen source connected to Precision Flow®, the Q50 Compressor enables the full range of Precision Flow capabilities.

Volume

Quiet

Reducing noise for patients is important for rest and recuperation. The Q50 Compressor generates only minimal white noise while in operation.

A close up of the plug and on/off switch on the Q50

Easy Set Up And Maintenance

Once mounted to the Precision Flow roll stand, simply plug in the power cord to an approved outlet, connect the air hose to the inlet at the back of the Precision Flow unit, and turn the compressor on. Ensure periodic emptying if the condensate bottle. An hour counter at the base of the unit tells you exactly how long your compressor has run. Simple preventive maintenance is required at every 4,000 and 8,000 hours.

Product Specifications

Tech Specs

  • Outlet Pressure: 35-40 psi*
  • Outlet Connector: DISS
  • Sound Level: < 54 db(A) on average
  • Dimensions: 20.5”(L)x19”(H)x9”(W)
  • Weight: 44 lbs
  • Electrical Ratings: 100 – 120 VAC, 60Hz

*At sea level. Performance may be limited at higher altitudes.

*Note: the Q50 Compressor must be plugged into a power outlet to function. It is not intended for patient transfer or ambulation.

Components

  • Vapotherm Q50 Compressor Unit
  • Replaceable air intake filter**
  • Pole Mounts**
  • Power Cord

**Installed during manufacturing.

Compatible Devices

* The Q50 Medical Air Compressor is only available in the U.S.

CAUTION: US Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. Indications, contraindications, warnings, and instructions for use can be found in the product labelling supplied with each device or at https://vapotherm.com/resources/support/precision-flow-reference/. For spontaneously breathing patients. High Velocity Therapy (HVT) does not provide total ventilatory requirements of the patient. It is not a ventilator. Decisions surrounding patient care depend on the physician’s professional judgment in consideration of all available information for the individual case, including escalation of care depending on patient condition. 

SOURCES: [1] TERO, R., CECICH, J., SANABRIA, O., SUN, S., BATISTA, J., STOUT, S., ZATT, D., SPOULA, R., GUSTAFSON, J., LEE, S., MILLER, T. Risks Associated With Conventional Humidifiers Adapted for High-Flow Nasal Cannula Therapy in Human Infants: Results of a Time and Motion Study