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Avoid Exposure to Waste Anesthetic Gases
During Induction.
Induction of inhalation anesthesia in
rodents has traditionally been accomplished via a chamber or bell jar. The
animals are exposed to an appropriate concentration of anesthetic vapor and O2
until they are rendered unconscious. Removal of the animal usually exposes the
investigator to unacceptable levels of waste anesthetic gases.
The vented induction chamber will
eliminate exposure to waste anesthetic gases that are most common with
traditional induction chambers. The patient is placed into the chamber via a
sliding lid. With the lid in the closed position, anesthetic vapor/O2 is
introduced into the chamber in the standard fashion. A constant vacuum is
applied above the chamber to capture excess gas as it leaves the induction
area. When the lid is opened, this vacuum creates negative pressure above the
chamber, allowing safe removal of the animal and preventing excess vapor from
reaching the investigator.
Dimensions
and Specifications:
- Overall: 13.0" x 5.5" x 6.0"
- Induction Chamber Size: 10.0" x 5.5" with a
ceiling height that slopes from 4.2" to 3.2". - Lid: Sliding
- Gas Inlet: 15mm ID x 22mm OD
- Exhaust Port: 30mm OD
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