Medical Oxygen Regulators | Hospitals, emergency care | Aluminum body (ISO 9001) ▲ Advanced has corrosion-resistant coating (ASTM B117) Stainless steel valve (ASTM F1942) | Lightweight (0.8kg) ▲ Advanced is 10% lighter (0.72kg) Precise flow control (0-15 LPM, ISO 5167) | Higher cost than industrial models Requires frequent calibration (every 6 months) |
Industrial Oxygen Regulators | Welding, manufacturing | Durable steel (ISO 10423) with pressure up to 5000 psi (ASME B31.3) Brass valve (ASTM B28) | Cost-effective ($150 vs $250 for medical models) High-pressure tolerance | Heavyweight (2.1kg) Not medical-grade compliant (lacks ISO 13485 certification) |
Portable Oxygen Regulators | Ambulances, home care | Compact design (IEC 60601-1) Lightweight materials (ISO 13485) Pressure max 2000 psi (ASME B31.3) | Easy to transport (fits in 12" x 6" case) User-friendly interface | Lower pressure capacity (max 2000 psi) Limited flow range (0-10 LPM) |
High-Pressure Oxygen Regulators | Aerospace, diving | Carbon fiber composite (ASTM D790) Pressure up to 5000 psi (NACE MR0175) | Extreme pressure handling ▲ Advanced model adds overpressure relief (NFPA 50) | Bulky design (3.2kg) Specialized use cases only (e.g., hyperbaric chambers) |
Flow-Controlled Oxygen Regulators | Neonatal care | Adjustable flow meter (ISO 5167) 0.5-15 LPM range (FDA 21 CFR 868.5300) | Precise flow adjustment (±0.2 LPM accuracy) Safety features (anti-siphon valve) | Requires calibration every 3 months Complex setup for pediatric use |
Safety-Focused Oxygen Regulators | High-risk industries | Automatic pressure relief (ISO 10423) Overpressure protection (NFPA 50) | Enhanced safety ▲ Advanced includes flame arrestor (OSHA 1910.106) Compliance with OSHA standards | Higher cost ($300+) Heavy design (2.8kg) |