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1. Pneumatics in Small Medical Devices

   ... of units in the past has been largely on and off, pushing a breath in and taking a breath out. But now medical device manufacturers are ... devices,” says Howe. “The unit uses a proportional servo valve with embedded electronics and software, and it has a very specialized ...

2. Clippard Electro Pneumatic Toggle

   ... Clippard’s CS3436 is used on a patient ventilator. This valve is operated by a push button and allows a patient to receive an extra breath when needed, even when the device is in electric mode or pneumatic mode. ...

3. Precision and Reliability in Critical Medical Applications

   ... to patients. In assist-control ventilator modes, the valve helps regulate a steady breath rate and volume, while in pressure-control modes, it maintains constant ...

4. How to Extend the Cycle Life of Your Valve

   ... What can you do to maximize the life of your valves? Valve cycle life is the valve's expected life under ideal conditions, but few ... cycles. For example, a valve that delivers oxygen with every breath would need to work every time and may cycle millions of times in a year; ...