Smiths Medical 386000 - BREATHING CIRCUIT ADULT 15/CA
The Smiths Medical 386000 Breathing Circuit is a disposable adult anesthesia circuit designed to support the controlled delivery of respiratory and anesthetic gases during clinical procedures. Its single-limb configuration provides a practical connection between the patient interface and compatible anesthesia equipment while helping maintain an organized breathing pathway.
This adult breathing circuit features a 60-inch tube, gas-sampling components, an integrated filter, and a 3-liter reservoir bag. The complete configuration is intended to simplify procedural setup in operating rooms, surgical centers, and other anesthesia care environments. Each case contains 15 breathing circuits.
Key Benefits
- Adult-size anesthesia breathing circuit for routine procedural use
- 60-inch tubing provides practical reach between the patient and anesthesia equipment
- Single-limb design supports an organized and space-efficient setup
- Gas-sampling elbow and port support connection to compatible monitoring equipment
- Integrated filter helps support respiratory circuit management
- Includes a 3-liter reservoir bag for adult anesthesia applications
- Disposable configuration helps reduce reprocessing requirements
- Case packaging of 15 circuits supports inventory planning in busy clinical facilities
Compatibility and Applications
The Smiths Medical 386000 Adult Breathing Circuit is intended for use with compatible anesthesia machines, respiratory gas systems, patient monitoring equipment, and adult patient interfaces. It may be used during surgical procedures and other clinical situations requiring an anesthesia breathing circuit.
Typical applications include hospital operating rooms, ambulatory surgery centers, procedural suites, specialty clinics, and anesthesia departments. Before use, clinicians should confirm that all connectors, filters, sampling lines, masks, airway devices, and machine ports are compatible with the circuit configuration.
Usage Guidelines
- Review the product packaging and manufacturer instructions before opening the circuit.
- Inspect the package for damage, contamination, moisture, or evidence that the seal has been compromised.
- Remove the breathing circuit using appropriate infection prevention practices.
- Connect the circuit securely to the compatible anesthesia machine or respiratory gas system.
- Attach the reservoir bag, filter, gas-sampling components, and patient interface according to facility protocol.
- Perform the required pre-use leak, pressure, flow, and connection checks before attaching the circuit to the patient.
- Monitor circuit integrity, gas delivery, pressure, condensation, and patient respiratory status throughout the procedure.
- After use, disconnect and dispose of the circuit according to institutional procedures and applicable regulations.
Certifications and Safety Standards
The Smiths Medical 386000 Breathing Circuit should be used in accordance with the current manufacturer instructions, product labeling, facility policies, and applicable medical device regulations. Healthcare facilities should verify the product's current regulatory status and any relevant quality or safety documentation before purchase and use.
Clinical personnel should also review the package label for material composition, latex information, storage requirements, expiration dating, and any applicable warnings or contraindications. This model should not be assumed to be latex-free unless confirmed by the manufacturer or current product labeling.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with basic adult breathing circuits that require several separately sourced components, the Smiths Medical 386000 provides a coordinated configuration that includes single-limb tubing, gas-sampling access, a filter, and a 3-liter reservoir bag. This can help reduce the number of individual items required during anesthesia preparation.
Its 60-inch length offers useful positioning flexibility without the extended tubing associated with longer circuits. Product selection should nevertheless be based on the anesthesia machine, patient requirements, connector compatibility, monitoring needs, clinical procedure, and facility protocol rather than tubing length alone.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This adult anesthesia breathing circuit is commonly selected by anesthesiologists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, anesthesia assistants, respiratory therapists, operating room nurses, surgical technicians, and healthcare supply professionals.
Typical use scenarios include general anesthesia procedures, outpatient surgery, diagnostic procedures requiring anesthesia support, and other controlled clinical applications where an adult breathing circuit with gas-sampling capability and a reservoir bag is required.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
- Store unopened circuits in a clean, dry location within the temperature range stated on the packaging.
- Rotate inventory according to expiration dates and facility stock-control procedures.
- Inspect all tubing, elbows, ports, filters, connectors, and the reservoir bag before use.
- Confirm that connections are secure and free from obstruction, kinking, or unintended disconnection.
- Complete all anesthesia machine and circuit safety checks before patient connection.
- Position the tubing to minimize pulling, compression, twisting, and interference with the sterile field.
- Monitor for condensation and manage accumulated moisture according to clinical protocol.
- Do not reuse, clean, or reprocess the circuit when the product labeling identifies it as single-use.
Regulatory and Safety Information
The Smiths Medical 386000 Adult Breathing Circuit is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals in appropriately equipped clinical environments. It should not be used without confirming compatibility with the anesthesia delivery system, respiratory equipment, patient interface, and monitoring devices.
Do not use the circuit if the packaging is open or damaged, if any component appears defective, or if the product has passed its stated expiration date. Follow the manufacturer instructions for setup, testing, use, storage, and disposal. Material and latex information should be checked before use with patients who have known or suspected sensitivities.
How to Order
Select the Smiths Medical 386000 BREATHING CIRCUIT ADULT 15/CA 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.
