I did get the script for O2 however with only a 7 LPM flow. If it's not real affective I know I can get my own regulator as explained to me already. However if it works, I'd probably like to get a portable unit for when I travel. I don't think my insurance company covers the portable, and when I asked the price for a portable rental it sounded very high. What's the best way to obtain and refill a portable unit?

Check around on the availability of the smaller, portable tanks. I was renting all my stuff years ago before insurance kicked in. It ws only $4.25 a month to rent the E-tanks and $11.25 to refill them. There is a smaller tank then the E-tank, something you might have to shop around a little bit for. I was using PMS, Physicians Medical Supply.

Guiseppi

Boy I'm not sure 7lpm will suffice...Me?,no it wont but everyone is different. You might want to check ebay for a regulator like several of us have, if your doctor wont up the lpm. I agree with the SOP of a MINIMUM 15lpm. Good luck.

Guiseppi once again "Thank You" and jef I know that may not work and I'm fully prepared to invest in my own regulator. I know I'm getting an M Tank delivered tommorrow so can I assume that any regulator that says it's compadible with an M Tank is OK?.....or should I be looking for something more specific?

Guys,

I thought I was getting an M tank and now I'm told they only use "N" tanks and I know they're smaller but I'm not finding much on the "N" group in regard to finding a compadible regulator. Anyone have any info on these N tanks?

All of the oxygen tanks should have the same hook up. The way Jonny explained it, there is a welding tank hook up, and then a "human consumption" oxygen tank hook up. The theory being you have to get a prescription for medical oxygen so you can't get a welding tank and use it for human consumption. I'm PM'ing Jonny to chime in here, he's a welding nut and somewhat of an expert on all the connection stuff.

Guiseppi

I have never used medical 02, but I do know that after a medical tank gets to a certain size the connection type changes. It changes to a more beefed up type welding connection. (CGA-540)

Ive been researching and cant even find a picture of a "N" tank, are you sure its not an "M" tank?

I will keep looking around, but your best bet is to talk to the 02 supplier.

............................Jonny

I've had  to use  N tanks - it's the largest available from the local med O2 boys.  About 1,500 liters. Used a standard 540 regulator.

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Jonny is correct it is an M Tank and the connections are different.  You will need to get an Transfill Adaptor for M Tank.  Then you can use the same Regulator on both your E Tank and your M Tank.  You can order the adaptor from Mountain High Equipment & Supply 1- 800/468-8185.  I think it is like $75 The one you want is TA-870-P.  If you call the guy will ask you if you have cluster headaches, or at least he did when I called.  You can also get a Regulator that fits an M Tank, but this way with the adaptor you just have to keep up with one adaptor, plus the adaptor is real easy as it has a big green knob you just twist in.  I hope this is helpful.  I wish I knew how to cut and paste and I could show you how it would look but I am dumb on how post things here.

LOL...you guys are giving me a headache with all this technical stuff!!! As always appreciate all the help..:)

Ernie Moss aka Wishbone wrote on Aug 28^th, 2008 at 5:57pm:

I think it is like $75 The one you want is TA-870-P.

I am not sure I see the logic to buying an adapter, for $75, when you can buy another regulator for around $25 to $35 ...

It is good to know that they are out there, Ernie, but I prefer to have several regulators.  That way I can leave a tank in my office, another at home, another in my personal car, and yet another in my company vehicle.

Maybe it is just because I am 874 years old, and ain't none to bright, and would forget to take a tank with me ...

I try my DAMNEST never to be far from a tank (with a regulator and mask)!

Chuck

(Besides, I need to pick on Ernie more ... heehee)

As always ClusterChuck is right, two regulators is the easier route to travel.  I just did not know how easy it was to get a 25lpm regulator for an M Tank. I know you can get them on the internet but not sure about e-bay, but I am sure Chuck can advise about that.  I just liked the ease of connecting the adaptor verses the regulator to the MM Tank, of course at Chuck living in the home he has someone do it for him so he does not have to worry about this issue.  Chuck please get the nurse to type another post to Howard and tell him how to get a regulator for the M Tank. I know emtmedicalco.com has them but they are expensive.  Wishbone

As far as getting the regulator on eBay, they ARE available, but like many things, you have to keep checking till one comes up.

Patience, my lil chickadee!!!



Ernie Moss aka Wishbone wrote on Aug 29^th, 2008 at 12:43pm:

Chuck living in the home he has someone do it for him

Hey!  Be nice!!!  I am just trying to get this new, hot, young stud to do even MORE for me!  I just wish they would take off this silly coat, with the extra long sleeves, that tie in back ...  It is difficult to type, using the appendage that I am using ....

NO, not THAT appendage!!  You dirty minded fool!!! I type with my NOSE!!!

Chuck

ClusterChuck wrote on Aug 29^th, 2008 at 12:51am:

Ernie Moss aka Wishbone wrote on Aug 28th, 2008 at 5:57pm: I think it is like $75 The one you want is TA-870-P. I am not sure I see the logic to buying an adapter, for $75, when you can buy another regulator for around $25 to $35 ... (Besides, I need to pick on Ernie more ... heehee)

There's no argument having two regulators is easier than swapping a single regulator from home to work and back...  Having said that, Ernie needs a CGA-870 regulator with at least one DISS fitting...  It's hard to find a new regulator with a DISS fitting for less than $90.

V/R, Batch

Gotcha Batch and and I do have that regulator.  Dumb me was really thinking about at home.  If you had the adaptor on you M Tank and you ran out of O2 on you E Tank you could easily swith the regulator over to the M Tank if needed.  I am not as brave as Chuck is when they let him out of the home for afternoon drives and he already has his O2 stored in the hospital van.  I just take and E Tank with me when I leave home, of course either Julie or I am driving not some stud muffin.  I do have a separate 25lpm regulator and E Tanks at the office so I don't have to transport.

I am not real handy kind of guy, but it seems that all I need is a wrench to remove the old regulator and install the new. So I guess when I need the tank refilled I'll just have to remove "my" regulator and put there's back on. Do I have this right?

Howard L wrote on Aug 29^th, 2008 at 4:29pm:

I am not real handy kind of guy, but it seems that all I need is a wrench to remove the old regulator and install the new. So I guess when I need the tank refilled I'll just have to remove "my" regulator and put there's back on. Do I have this right?

Yes, use a cresent wrench and get it as tight as you can, even bang it with your fist to make sure its tight.  ;)

hehe..I know how to bang Jonny, here's a pic

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Fuckeneh, Howard!!!!  [smiley=headbanger.gif]

Your set to do battle, just remeber to get on that 02 as soon as you feel the beast coming!

I will raise my sword so the beast knows he has to deal with me if he fucks with you!!!!!

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That pic is a thing of beauty Howard, don't wanna beat a dead horse but just re emphasizing what Jonny said about how fast you want to get on it. A delay of 3-5 minutes substantially affects how fast i can kill the headache and whether or not I can kill it completely. Hope it slays it as well for you as it has for me.

Guiseppi

Just wanted to let you guys know that the O2 is working beautifully even at 8 LPM. Appreciate you all!!!!

Howard L wrote on Sep 2^nd, 2008 at 6:44pm:

Just wanted to let you guys know that the O2 is working beautifully even at 8 LPM. Appreciate you all!!!!

Wait until you see how fast and efficiently it works at 15 or 25 LPM!

WOOHOO!!!  Happy dancin' for your success!

Chuck

Well I still have that problem with a regulator for the N tank...but I'm not complaining..:) Chuck appreciate everything

I keep looking on eBay for the regulator, but so far all I have seen are the ones that go up to 15LPM.

I may yet send you one of those, just to get you higher than the 8LPM, and keep a watch for the 25LPM one.

Chuck

Chuck I very much appreciate that however I've been on ebay and I didn't see anything for an "N" tank. I did email a couple of sellers and they said they couldn't help me. If you do find something(I'm still looking)let me know and I'll take care of it.

Howard, if the tank that is in the picture, that you gave us the link to, is the tank that you are calling an "N" tank, it takes a regular 540 connector.

I just checked on eBay, and there are no regulators with 540 connection, 15LPM, WITH a DSS fitting.  Do you need the DSS fitting (needed for a demand valve mask setup) or just the nipple to attach your non-rebreathing mask?

If you don't need the DSS fitting, here is a good choice, until we can find the 25LPM regulator.
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That regulator is a LOT better than the 8LPM you are now using!

Chuck

It just has a nipple in which it fits on to

Howard L wrote on Sep 3^rd, 2008 at 2:32pm:

It just has a nipple in which it fits on to

Then, if all you need is the nipple, the regulator I sent the link to, will do fantastic!

The auction ended, but he did relist the item.....I let ya know how it turns out Chuck....thanks bud