IWA-CAPNO-E Compact Veterinary Mainstream Capnograph

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Product Overview

The IWA-CAPNO-E is a compact mainstream capnograph that measures, displays and monitors expired CO2 partial pressure and respiration rate during anaesthesia, recovery and respiratory therapy. The unit comprises an airway adapter and a sensor head mounted directly on it, placing measurement at the airway with no sampling line.

Built as a fully solid-state device, the IWA-CAPNO-E displays a real-time EtCO2 waveform within 4 seconds of power-up and requires no user calibration. At under 65 g it adds minimal weight to the breathing circuit. The economy configuration is powered by two AAA batteries for 6–10 hours of use, making it well suited to theatre, ward, emergency and transport.

Key Features

• Mainstream measurement at the airway — no sampling line, no water trap
• Real-time EtCO2 waveform displayed within 4 seconds of power-up
• Fully solid-state design — rugged and reliable in demanding environments
• No user calibration required — simple to operate and maintain
• Under 65 g sensor head adds minimal weight to the breathing circuit
• 1.4-inch colour TFT display with EtCO2 value, respiration rate and capnogram
• Comprehensive audible-and-visual alarms: adapter check, apnoea, low battery, EtCO2 and RR limits
• Economy power: two AAA batteries for 6–10 hours (alkaline / lithium-iron)
• IPX4 ingress protection
• Adult airway adapter dead space ≤6 ml; paediatric / neonatal adapter ≤1 ml

Visual Evidence

Technical Specifications

Clinical Applications

• Capnography during anaesthesia in canine, feline and equine patients
• Confirmation of endotracheal tube placement and apnoea detection
• Recovery and respiratory-therapy monitoring of ventilation
• Emergency and critical-care use during resuscitation
• Patient transport between theatre, ward and referral

Workflow & Setup Notes

• Fit the airway adapter in-line between the endotracheal tube and breathing circuit, then mount the sensor head on the adapter.
• Select the adult (≤6 ml) or paediatric/neonatal (≤1 ml) adapter to match patient size and minimise dead space.
• A real-time EtCO2 waveform appears within 4 seconds; no warm-up calibration is required.
• Choose AAA alkaline batteries for convenience or lithium-iron for longer 10-hour runtime.

Package Contents

• 1 × IWA-CAPNO-E mainstream capnograph sensor head
• 1 × Reusable airway adapter (adult)
• 2 × AAA batteries
• 1 × User manual
• Optional: paediatric / neonatal airway adapter

Downloads & Documentation

Brochure and user manual available on request through your distributor.

Why Choose IWA-CAPNO-E

• Capnography anywhere: mainstream EtCO2 at the airway in a sub-65 g sensor with no sampling line or water trap.
• Ready in seconds: real-time waveform within 4 seconds and no user calibration.
• Simple power: standard AAA batteries deliver 6–10 hours — no charging dock required.
• Rugged: fully solid-state with IPX4 protection for theatre, ward and transport.

Warranty & Support

Manufacturer warranty period [TBC]. Training, maintenance and servicing are provided through the local distributor. Airway adapters are wear items.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is mainstream capnography?

The sensor measures CO2 directly at the airway through an in-line adapter, with no sample gas drawn through tubing. This gives a fast response (<500 ms) and no water trap to maintain.

Does the IWA-CAPNO-E need calibration?

No. It is a fully solid-state device requiring no user calibration, and it shows a real-time EtCO2 waveform within 4 seconds of power-up.

How is it powered?

The economy configuration uses two AAA batteries — about 6 hours with alkaline cells or 10 hours with lithium-iron cells. For a rechargeable lithium battery, see IWA-CAPNO-M.

Which airway adapter should I use?

Use the adult adapter (dead space ≤6 ml) for larger patients and the paediatric/neonatal adapter (≤1 ml) for small patients to minimise added dead space.

Which species does it support?

Canine, feline, equine and other intubated or mask-ventilated patients. Match the airway adapter to patient size.