Battery Pack For CPAP

[securespark]

Thanks, guys. I didn't see that port in the piccy and the text only seemed to mention the USB ports.

But it doesn't seem to say what polarity the output port is. And I don't think there is any mention of it on the CPAP machine either...

 

[securespark]

According to Philips, the DreamStation uses 60W without H&H and 80W with.

That's why that power pack says you have to not use the H&H, because it's only a 60W output.

Edited for clarity.

 

[Rodders53]

I know nothing -- but the hope2sleep website has useful info on the DreamStation Go battery that will attach to it -- running time depends on the CPAP pressure setting you need and other variables and are in a table that might help?

DreamStation Go Overnight Battery

DreamStation Go Overnight Battery for the Travel CPAP Machine by Philips Respironics. It integrated with the DreamStation Go and can be used as a stand-alone battery or UPS for continuous power should a power cut occur during sleep..

www.hope2sleep.co.uk

No stock but Philips have had a lot of legal issues in USA/FDA with the machines overall.

 

[securespark]

Yeah, allegedly bits break up and can be inhaled.

But I have three separate filters on mine, so there's no chance.

 

[securespark]

Thanks, Rodders.

I've seen that website. In fact, my NHS consultant gave it to me the other day.

I seem to have lurched from one we site and idea to another and each time I find something suitable, it's out of stock!

Even Philips themselves are out of stock....

 

[Rodders53]

That website has a link to an alternative power pack...

Pilot 12 and Pilot-24 Medistrom CPAP Battery - Flight-approved with back-up UPS power for Philips, Lowenstein, Resmed & Other machines

CPAP Battery by Medistrom - Pilot-12 Lite amd Pilot-24 Lite which are Flight-approved to use onboard and also have UPS Battery Back-up for power cuts. These works with various CPAP machines including Philip, Resmed, Lowenstein, DeVilbiss, Sefam etc.

www.hope2sleep.co.uk

12V version is in stock. An arm and a leg, but is 95 Wh and may include the correct adapter cable needed?

The 24V version of that one, needed for some Philips products, is also out of stock... NB looks like the Go battery would be a 24V version but yours does seem to be 12V?? (confused? I know I am).

 

[mattylad]

Are you limited to taking only 1 battery?
Could you take 2?

 

[securespark]

Matty.
Yes, I think I can. Or someone else could take one if I'm limited to one.

Rodders. Yes, I'm confused! But you're right, the DreamStation is 12V and other CPAPs are 24V.

 

[securespark]

The Pilot 12 can work 2 ways, apparently.

You can use it as a UPS by plugging in the DreamStation's own PSU to it and then connecting the DreamStation to the Pilot 12 with the lead provided.
If your mains goes off, the Pilot 12 will take over.
or

You can charge the Pilot 12 with the DreamStation PSU and then use it as a stand-alone battery pack.

Might end up buying the blasted thing, even though it's several limb's worth...

Will talk to a few CPAP suppliers tomorrow.

 

[Justin Passing]

Will talk to a few CPAP suppliers tomorrow.

I wanted a strap for mine.
I had to get a prescription - it's "medical".

 

[securespark]

I have bought some minor bits off tinterweb. But if you understand a Sleep Clinic, you should be able to get filters, masks, tubes and straps from them.