What Makes a High-Flow Surgical Suction Unit Different?
A surgical suction unit removes blood, fluids and tissue debris from the surgical field so the team can see and work clearly. The Hospivac 400 (VM-SSH400) delivers 90 L/min of continuous suction at a maximum vacuum of -0.90 BAR (-90 kPa), which suits theatre and intensive care use where fast, sustained aspiration is needed. Its oiless piston pump is maintenance-free, so there is no oil servicing. The unit has no duty cycle restriction, which suits lengthy procedures that need aspiration for extended periods.
Quiet Operation and Vacuum Control
The Hospivac 400 produces 46.4 dB of noise, which helps keep a theatre or ICU environment calm during use. A front-panel aspiration flow regulator lets the surgical team adjust vacuum pressure to suit the procedure. The unit operates on 230V/50Hz at 300VA and is mounted on a wheeled stand measuring 460 × 850 × 420mm. Anti-static wheels, two with brakes, allow it to be moved between theatres and locked in place during use without lifting assistance. It weighs 20 kg.
Accessories, Sterilisation and Supply in South Africa
The Hospivac 400 is CE certified and supplied with two 2L autoclavable jars (max 120°C) with safety float covers, a silicone tube set, tube connectors, a probe connector, an antibacterial filter, an aspiration flow regulator, a jar seat, anti-static wheels and a foot pedal. The polycarbonate jar vessels can be autoclaved for full decontamination between procedures. Available in South Africa from Vital Medical, the Hospivac 400 suits hospitals, surgical theatres and intensive care units that need a high-flow, low-noise suction unit. Facilities can request a free quote through the Vital Medical website and receive a personalised response within 24 hours.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| SKU | VM-SSH400 |
| Model | Hospivac 400 |
| Flow Rate | 90 L/min |
| Maximum Vacuum | -0.90 BAR (-90 kPa) |
| Functioning | Continuous, no duty cycle restriction |
| Pump | Oiless, maintenance-free piston pump |
| Power | 230V/50Hz, 300VA |
| Noise Level | 46.4 dB |
| Vacuum Control | Front-panel aspiration flow regulator |
| Weight | 20 kg |
| Dimensions (L × H × W) | 460 × 850 × 420mm |
| Mounting | Wheeled stand, anti-static wheels (2 with brakes) |
| Collection Jars | 2 × 2L autoclavable (max 120°C), safety float covers |
| Jar Material | Polycarbonate |
| Accessories | Silicone tube set, tube connectors, probe connector, antibacterial filter, foot pedal, jar seat |
| Quality Standard | CE |
