Smiths Medical 2816 - Heat and Moisture Exchanger, Angled, 50/cs

The Smiths Medical 2816 Heat and Moisture Exchanger, Angled, 50/cs is designed to support respiratory care by helping conserve heat and moisture during assisted ventilation and anesthesia-related breathing support. Its angled configuration helps improve circuit positioning, reduce unnecessary strain on connected tubing, and support a more organized respiratory setup in clinical environments.

This heat and moisture exchanger is suitable for healthcare facilities that require dependable respiratory accessories for airway management, ventilator circuits, anesthesia circuits, and related breathing system applications. Supplied 50 per case, it supports efficient stocking for hospitals, surgical centers, emergency departments, respiratory therapy departments, and other professional care settings.

Key Benefits

• Helps retain patient airway heat and humidity during respiratory support.
• Angled design supports improved circuit alignment and tubing management.
• Designed for use in professional respiratory, anesthesia, and critical care environments.
• Helps reduce dryness in the breathing circuit when used according to clinical protocol.
• Case packaging of 50 supports inventory control and high-volume clinical use.
• Compact respiratory accessory design helps simplify setup within compatible breathing systems.
• Supports consistent workflow for clinicians managing ventilated or anesthetized patients.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 2816 Heat and Moisture Exchanger is intended for use with compatible respiratory circuits, breathing systems, anesthesia circuits, and airway management setups where heat and moisture exchange is clinically appropriate. Its angled format may be useful in applications where circuit positioning, patient access, and tubing orientation are important.

Common clinical applications may include operating rooms, post-anesthesia care units, intensive care units, emergency departments, respiratory therapy services, and procedural areas. Compatibility should always be confirmed with the facilitys respiratory equipment, circuit components, and clinical protocols before use.

Usage Guidelines

Use the Smiths Medical 2816 Heat and Moisture Exchanger only as directed by trained healthcare professionals and in accordance with the product instructions, facility policy, and applicable respiratory care standards. Before use, inspect the device and packaging to confirm that it is intact and appropriate for the intended patient and procedure.

Attach the heat and moisture exchanger securely within the compatible breathing circuit as directed by clinical protocol. Confirm proper circuit connection, airflow, and patient monitoring after placement. Replace the device according to manufacturer guidance, facility policy, patient condition, and clinical judgment.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 2816 Heat and Moisture Exchanger is manufactured for professional healthcare use and should be handled in accordance with applicable medical device safety requirements, hospital infection control procedures, and respiratory therapy protocols. Facilities should verify current labeling, regulatory status, and product documentation before placing the device into service.

Clinicians should follow all relevant standards for airway management, anesthesia breathing systems, ventilator circuit accessories, and single-patient respiratory care supplies. Proper training, patient monitoring, and adherence to manufacturer instructions are essential for safe and effective use.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard straight heat and moisture exchangers, the Smiths Medical 2816 angled design may offer practical benefits for circuit positioning and tubing orientation. This can be helpful in clinical settings where space, patient positioning, and access to the airway are important considerations.

When compared with generic respiratory circuit accessories, Smiths Medical products are commonly selected by healthcare facilities looking for established medical device sourcing, consistent case packaging, and compatibility within professional respiratory care workflows. Product selection should be based on clinical requirements, equipment compatibility, patient needs, and facility purchasing standards.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

The Smiths Medical 2816 Heat and Moisture Exchanger is typically used by respiratory therapists, anesthesiologists, nurse anesthetists, critical care teams, emergency clinicians, and operating room staff. It is appropriate for care settings where patients require assisted ventilation, anesthesia breathing support, or airway humidification support through a compatible breathing circuit.

Typical scenarios include anesthesia procedures, ventilated patient care, short-term respiratory support, airway circuit management, and clinical situations where conserving heat and moisture in inspired gases is part of the respiratory care plan. The angled configuration can be especially useful when clinicians need a more manageable connection between the patient interface and the breathing circuit.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Store the Smiths Medical 2816 Heat and Moisture Exchanger in a clean, dry environment according to facility storage guidelines. Keep the product in its original packaging until ready for use. Avoid exposing the device to contaminants, excessive moisture, extreme temperatures, or conditions that could compromise performance.

Before each use, verify the product, inspect the packaging, and confirm compatibility with the intended respiratory setup. Do not use any device that appears damaged, contaminated, or otherwise unsuitable. Dispose of used respiratory accessories according to facility policy and applicable infection control procedures.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 2816 Heat and Moisture Exchanger is intended for professional clinical use and should be used only by qualified healthcare personnel. It is not intended for consumer self-use or use outside appropriate medical supervision. Always refer to the manufacturers current instructions for use, warnings, contraindications, and product labeling before clinical application.

Patient condition, ventilation settings, airway secretions, resistance, dead space, and circuit performance should be monitored according to clinical standards. Replace the heat and moisture exchanger as clinically indicated or as required by facility protocol. Proper device selection and monitoring are essential to patient safety.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 2816 Heat and Moisture Exchanger, Angled, 50/cs and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, quotes, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312)275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.