City Technology launches the In-Q-OX - fast-response oxygen sensor for infant incubators
Thousands of babies around the world stand to benefit from the launch of City Technology's fast-response, long-life oxygen sensor for use in infant incubators, the In-Q-OX.
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The In-Q-OX O2 MediceL is ideal for integration into all types of incubators. The sensor measures levels of O2 delivery within an incubator, which clinicians adjust over time to suit the needs of the infant's treatment programme. Being an electrochemical sensor, the In-Q-OX requires no power to operate which renders it especially suitable for integration into battery-powered transport incubators. It also has a wide operating temperature range from -20°C - +50°C and in-built temperature compensation. It can operate in a range of 0-99% relative humidity which makes the sensor ideal for use within the humid environment of infant incubators. |
Developed by City's research scientists at their manufacturing facility in Portsmouth, England, the In-Q-OX O2 MediceL is optimised for long life in environments of up to 100% oxygen. The expected operating life of 2 years in 50% O2 is extended to four years in 210mBar O2. For use in an area where measurement accuracy and reliability are crucial to patient well-being and care delivery, the In-Q-OX has a fast T90 response time of less than 5 seconds and excellent long-term stability. The sensor's integral
Molex connector makes it compatible with a wide range of incubator products.
City's MediceL range is subject to stringent quality control and rigorous testing procedures. The production processes for the In-Q-OX are performed by a dedicated team, and incorporate automatic checks such that each stage cannot be carried out until the previous stage was 100% correct. City Technology is accredited with the BS EN ISO 9001 and the BS EN 46001 quality standards.David Baines, Director - Medical Applications said: 'By incorporating the In-Q-OX into their medical instruments, OEMs will be delivering huge benefits both to neonatal and paediatric clinicians world-wide. It is the sensor's reliability, long-life and accuracy that are of particular benefit to improving the efficiency of incubators. Feedback so far has been very positive making the In-Q-OX a welcome and significant addition to our MediceL range.'
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For further information please contact:
| Teresa Standen at City Technology on | + 44 23 9232 5511 | or email teresa.standen@citytech.co.uk |
| Sally Davis at The PR Department on | + 44 23 9266 1600 | or email sally@theprdepartment.co.uk |