The Bair Hugger Model 505 is a forced-air patient warming system designed to provide safe, quiet, and effective warming to patients during surgery or recovery to prevent unintended hypothermia. It is a compact, portable unit that can be freestanding or mounted on an IV pole or bedrail. The device helps maintain patient temperature reliably with electronically controlled heating and quick warm-up times.
Key Features:
- Dimensions: 13 in high x 10 in deep x 11 in wide (33 cm x 25 cm x 28 cm)
- Weight: Approximately 13.6 lbs (6.2 kg)
- Mounting: Freestanding, IV pole clamp, or bedrail hook with safety strap; also usable on hard surfaces
- Noise level: About 53 decibels, ensuring quiet operation
- Hose: Detachable, flexible, washable, compatible with Bair Hugger 241 fluid warming system
- Filtration: High-efficiency 0.2 µm filter, recommended to change every 6 to 12 months or 500 hours of use
- Temperature control: Electronically controlled using a thermocouple sensor with heat generation of about 1800 BTUs
- Warm-up time: Approximately 17 seconds to reach 100°F (37.7°C)
- Operating Air Temperatures at hose end: High ~109.4°F (43°C), Medium ~100.4°F (38°C), Low ~89.6°F (32°C), with ±3°C accuracy
- Airflow: 28-30 cubic feet per minute (cfm)
- Power consumption: Peak 1000W, average 450W; voltage options include 110-120 VAC, 220-240 VAC, and 100 VAC
- Safety features: Meets hospital standards for electrical leakage current; includes diagnostic capabilities such as an overheat test
- Built-in hour meter to monitor usage for preventive maintenance
- Unique snap-fit hose with three swivel points for easy blanket attachment and positioning
