Interesting thread. I also use a CPAP machine and have had this same dilemma. I'll be watching with interest!
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you are talking of a lot of bulk there. I suspect that Li-on batteries are the way to go, but it's the cost.
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We i bought the li-ion battery pack. Not cheap £300 but i have tried it and even with the humidifier, i got three nights out of it. I suspect without the humidifier, i would get four to five nights. So for me well worth the money.
I haven't bought the 'mini'cpap yet as it is just short of.seven hundred pounds!! ( for the apap model).
But it is on the list to get when i can i will do a review of it when i get it the bacic cpap version is more reasonable two hundred pounds.
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I haven't bought the 'mini'cpap yet as it is just short of.seven hundred pounds!! ( for the apap model).
But it is on the list to get when i can i will do a review of it when i get it the bacic cpap version is more reasonable two hundred pounds.
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I take my CPAP with me when I go.
I've blogged about it a bit here: http://hotchpotchblog.wordpress.com and more in-depth about sleep aponea in general here http://www.hypnagogia.info
I was looking for an alternative to CPAP such as dental devices, side sleeping belts and even had a go at trying some additional Serotonin, whilst some worked (in the blog) I much preferred CPAP, so bought a battery for mine http://www.eu-pap.co.uk/super-cpap-battery-pack.html
I've used it while ground dwelling and hammocking and it's great, it's not too weighty, and for my CPAP pressures it lasted for at least 5 nights (Auto range 5-20) without a humidifier, my trip was over then so I didn't get a chance to see how long it lasts.
I currently use a Resmed S9 Autoset which is nice and light but the power brick adds to that weight. I've seen the Respironics range that don't have a power brick (just a 12v lead), so will be getting one of those when I can.
Definitely interested in your battery pack and CPAP setup - links would be great.
I've blogged about it a bit here: http://hotchpotchblog.wordpress.com and more in-depth about sleep aponea in general here http://www.hypnagogia.info
I was looking for an alternative to CPAP such as dental devices, side sleeping belts and even had a go at trying some additional Serotonin, whilst some worked (in the blog) I much preferred CPAP, so bought a battery for mine http://www.eu-pap.co.uk/super-cpap-battery-pack.html
I've used it while ground dwelling and hammocking and it's great, it's not too weighty, and for my CPAP pressures it lasted for at least 5 nights (Auto range 5-20) without a humidifier, my trip was over then so I didn't get a chance to see how long it lasts.
I currently use a Resmed S9 Autoset which is nice and light but the power brick adds to that weight. I've seen the Respironics range that don't have a power brick (just a 12v lead), so will be getting one of those when I can.
Definitely interested in your battery pack and CPAP setup - links would be great.
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Hi Guys,
I work in the Medical Engineering Dept of a Local Hospital. I'll have an ask of our respiratory Specialist Nurses and see what they recommend.
I know they have done things for HGV drivers and folks who live on boats and this appears to be a growing problem so there must be a solution out there possibly at a price??????
Richard
I work in the Medical Engineering Dept of a Local Hospital. I'll have an ask of our respiratory Specialist Nurses and see what they recommend.
I know they have done things for HGV drivers and folks who live on boats and this appears to be a growing problem so there must be a solution out there possibly at a price??????
Richard
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I seem to have one of the few CPAP machines that uses a direct 240v mains cord, so batteries are not an option. I'm sure that it runs at a lower voltage internally, but finding out would require taking apart the NHS's machine, which probably won't make me popular! I'm quite jealous that portability is an option with these other machines.
Using a 12v source then inverting it to 240v might be an option, but it's not efficient so not sure how long it would last.
What machine is it?
I asked the question of our Specialist Nurse today and this was her reply......
" You can run the ResMed S8 & S9 machines off a portable battery. The best batteries are the lithium ones and once charged can run a CPAP machine for 3 - 4 nights. They will not run humidifiers though. You can buy CPAP batteries off the internet or ResMed direct."
Not sure if this helps anyone?
I suppose it's down to which make and model your hospital will provide.
Richard
" You can run the ResMed S8 & S9 machines off a portable battery. The best batteries are the lithium ones and once charged can run a CPAP machine for 3 - 4 nights. They will not run humidifiers though. You can buy CPAP batteries off the internet or ResMed direct."
Not sure if this helps anyone?
I suppose it's down to which make and model your hospital will provide.
Richard
On the comment about LI batteries on planes, I took a sealed lead acid battery on a plane once (burglar alarm type in my seadoo DPV) and they even gave its own seat in business class! Always worth asking the airlines about that sort of thing and explaining the circumstances. You never know.
That sounds like good advice. I'm tempted to switch to a Respironics APAP though as there is quite a weight / bulk saving in doing so, they can run off 12v without any power conditioning.
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It's a blurry picture lit by a head torch, but this is from the last time I went out with it.
I'm hoping to cut my kit down so that it fits in my rucksack. The absence of a power brick between the battery and CPAP should help this, as the whole lot will be able to go in a dry bag.
That sounds like good advice. I'm tempted to switch to a Respironics APAP though as there is quite a weight / bulk saving in doing so, they can run off 12v without any power conditioning.
It's a blurry picture lit by a head torch, but this is from the last time I went out with it.
I'm hoping to cut my kit down so that it fits in my rucksack. The absence of a power brick between the battery and CPAP should help this, as the whole lot will be able to go in a dry bag.
snap lol thats the same as mine ! whats yours for ? is it for fat arseitus like mine ? lol
cheers andrew.
Ha. I lost a stone a while ago and repeated my sleep study but it didn't make any difference and that weight went back on slowly!
I've decided today to have a go at losing more weight to see if it makes a difference - I'll make a blog post if it does but after some more sleep studies in the family it seems that my parents both have sleep apnoea and my son also has it but made worse due to his paralysis so uses BiPAP.
I guess it's a family thing, but it won't hurt me to lose a bit of weight.
There's a company called Deben that makes a variety of Lithium Poly batteries. I use a couple of the smaller ones to power my cameras when I'm of the grid or in cold conditions.
They make some in the capacity range you are looking for that are a lot lighter than Lead Acid but they are not cheap.
They make some in the capacity range you are looking for that are a lot lighter than Lead Acid but they are not cheap.
yep mines all my own fault (im too fat 23 stone ) but the top doc at the hospital recomended me to loose some weight ! plus i,ll live a bit longer too as ive found that i have an enlarged heart too !
so im trying to set up a routine of healthy eating and exersize for life with no fad diets !
cheers andrew.
Whittler Kev
Bushcrafter (boy, I've got a lot to say!)
I have to sleep in a tent next to my car. I have used mine (14psi and rated 12v 3A max no humidifier) overnight connected to my Harley battery.
It started the Harley the next day and a quick 10 minute tickover ensured it had enough for the next night and bike start
I've also used a pair of a wheelchair batteries for a 2 nighter.
No easy way I can find just a lot of battery humping unfortunately.
Mines a mains unit but I bought an optional plug from ResMed direct with a filter in it so it runs off 12v
BTW the super cpap battery is now on my wishlist http://www.eu-pap.co.uk/super-cpap-battery-pack.html
The ones from Papworth hospital are all about sh****d and weigh about 1/2 hundredweight (25kg)
Found out the official battery lasts 7 hours and weighs 14lbs http://www.respironicsonline.co.uk/...code=1028869&gclid=COjqz9_xwboCFS_KtAoda0UAmg
It started the Harley the next day and a quick 10 minute tickover ensured it had enough for the next night and bike start
I've also used a pair of a wheelchair batteries for a 2 nighter.
No easy way I can find just a lot of battery humping unfortunately.
Mines a mains unit but I bought an optional plug from ResMed direct with a filter in it so it runs off 12v
BTW the super cpap battery is now on my wishlist
http://www.eu-pap.co.uk/super-cpap-battery-pack.htmlThe ones from Papworth hospital are all about sh****d and weigh about 1/2 hundredweight (25kg)
Found out the official battery lasts 7 hours and weighs 14lbs http://www.respironicsonline.co.uk/...code=1028869&gclid=COjqz9_xwboCFS_KtAoda0UAmg
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Whittler Kev
Bushcrafter (boy, I've got a lot to say!)
Salan, sorry to here your need for CPAP and I hope its sorted soon. Our lad had sleep problems but was one of the lucky ones who lost a bit of weight and 'grew' out or it. All the very best for the future chap and keep a weekend free for Wales next summer.
Mine is not caused by being overweight and is pretty bad but by jings does the machine make a huge difference to my life.
I can't take it on nights/weekends out but i can get by without for a couple of nights ok.
Will need to ask if the unit has any operated by battery.
I can't take it on nights/weekends out but i can get by without for a couple of nights ok.
Will need to ask if the unit has any operated by battery.
