Scandmed Tourniquet Systems are electric-powered tourniquets that feature a nickel/metal hybrid NiMH backup battery. The back-up system provides battery power for two hours on the single and one hour for the double units. In addition to the sleek aluminum and polished stainless steel design, the updated units feature faster inflate and deflate times. They have more distinct touch buttons, clearer, easy-to-read display and a special IVRA button on the double unit to facilitate Bier Block procedures. Scandmed Tourniquet Systems feature positive locking-connect/disconnect air hose couplings.
Other features include microprocessors that monitor overall function during all operational phases. System alarms provide audible and visual indicators for possible hazardous conditions, and include low pressure, low battery capacity, leaks, kinks, elapsed time and start-up checks. Air pressure operational range, delivered to the cuff, is 9- to 550mmHg. Accuracy of the reading is +/- 5mmHg or +/-2%, whichever is greatest. Cuff pressure regulation (hysteresis) is +/-8mmHg. Both units feature an aluminum clamp for attachment to an infusion stand or IV pole.