I just noticed Inogen is out with an even smaller concentrator. Less than three pounds and puts out max 4 LPM. I don't know what the amp draw is but it can't be much since the pumps in these things are tiny. The new one is called a G4. Their G3, also small, is rated up to 15K and their G2 - too large for KR purposes - is good up to 18K. With their built-in regulators they are an all-in-one solution for putting O2 in the cockpit.
I've had my eye on concentrators for quite a while but I've found my "E" tank will take me across the country and back with one fill (with a pulse-dose regulator) so I'll never probably get one, but thought I'd mention this newest model since it's so small and practical for a KR. It runs on 12V or battery. Having O2 on long trips is a lifesaver and these little things are just too clever. Never need another refill with one of these. Although designed for medical use, one innovative fellow is re-badging them with the name "Aviator" and sells them at his website. http://www.inogenaviator.com/products.html Since the G4 is so new I imagine it'll be a while before it shows up on eBay or Craiglist, but the earlier models can be had for peanuts if you keep an eye out. The older G3 isn't much bigger than this new one. Medicare/Insurance pays for these things for people with emphysema and when they die, survivors flog them for a fraction of their initial cost. Mike KSEE ____________________________________________________________ He Transformed His Gut With One Thing gundrymd.com http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/5b2c1c77d791e1c7716c4st01vuc _______________________________________________ Search the KRnet Archives at https://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/. Please see LIST RULES and KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html. see http://list.krnet.org/mailman/listinfo/krnet_list.krnet.org to change options. To UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to [email protected]
