Pulse Oximeter
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The Nonin SportStat™ is a very small, highly accurate, lightweight, pulse oximeter (oxygen saturation meter) that measures blood oxygen saturation (%SpO2) and pulse rate. SportStat can be used by a variety of sports enthusiasts, including mountain climbers, hikers, skiers, bikers, and others interested in measuring blood oxygen saturation and pulse rate. It can be used outdoors in many conditions, including high altitudes, at high and low temperatures, and even in the dark.
The SportStat is a medical quality finger pulse oximeter identical to the Nonin Onyx 9500. Due to it's unique construction it is easy to use with any finger size. Don't be fooled by so called "Medical use" vs "Sport use". In Canada (unlike in the US) there are no regulations regarding usage for these devices. The Sportstat is sold under the name "Onyx 9500" by medical suppliers charging as much as $700 for the identical device. |
Features/Benefits:
- Provides accurate blood oxygen saturation and pulse rate data in seconds
- Monitor for hypoxic training
- Forewarn of altitude sickness
- Easy to use; automatically turns on/off with finger insertion/removal
- Compact size fits easily into a pocket
- Built to withstand extreme conditions
- Operating ranges: up to 30,000 feet (9,144 meters) of altitude and up to three atmospheres of pressure
- Weighs less than 2 ounces (60 grams)
- Bright LED display is highly visible in the dark
- Moisture resistant
- Provides up to 1,600 spot checks using two AAA alkaline batteries
- Low battery indicator
- Two year warranty
Blood Oxygen Saturation (%SpO2):
Displays percent oxygen saturation of blood.
Pulse Rate:
Displays the number of pulses per minute.
Pulse Quality:
Blinks green, yellow, or red to indicate changes in pulse quality. |
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What is %SpO2?
A pulse oximeter tells you what percent of your hemoglobin molecules are carrying oxygen—your blood oxygen saturation or %SpO2. A %SpO2 reading of 97 tells you that 97% of your hemoglobin molecules are carrying oxygen.
At higher altitudes, blood oxygen saturation (%SpO2) decreases, since there is less oxygen available in the air. Physical exertion at high altitude can be difficult because of the reduced oxygen level.
How SportStat Works
The SportStat Pulse Oximeter shines red and infrared light through a finger and detects the fluctuating signals caused by blood flow. Pulse rate is determined from the signals received by a light detector. The ratio of the fluctuation of the red and infrared light signals is used to calculate the blood oxygen saturation (%SpO2) of hemoglobin.
Two AAA-size batteries power the SportStat for approximately 1,600 spot checks. When the batteries are low, the numeric displays flash once per second. The SportStat will automatically shut off (to conserve battery life) approximately 10 seconds after a finger is removed.
SportStat's advanced digital circuitry requires no adjustment calibration) or periodic maintenance other than battery replacement. |
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SportStat and Accessories
SportStat is packaged with a carrying case, lanyard, extra spring, two AAA-size alkaline batteries, and an operator's manual. |
SportStat Specifications
Oxygen Saturation Range (%SpO2) |
0 to 100% |
Pulse Rate Range |
18 to 300 pulses per minute |
Display
Numeric Displays
Pulse Quality Display |
Two 3-digit 7-segment LEDs
Tri-color LED |
Measurement Wavelengths
Red
Infrared |
660 nanometers @ 3 mw nominal
910 nanometers @ 3 mw nominal |
Accuracy
Blood Oxygen Saturation (%SpO2)
Pulse Rate |
70 to 100% ± 2 digits
± 3% ±1 digit |
Temperature
Operating
Storage/Transportation |
+32 to +122 ° F (0 to +50 ° C)
-22 to +122 ° F (-30 to +50 ° C) |
Humidity
Operating
Storage/Transportation |
10% to 90% non-condensing
10% to 90% non-condensing |
Altitude
Operating Altitude
Hyperbaric Pressure |
Up to 30,000 feet (9,144 meters)
Up to 3 atmospheres |
Power Requirements |
Two 1.5 volt AAA batteries |
Battery Life
Operating
Storage |
Approximately 18 hours of continuous operation (or 1,600 spot checks calcuated at 40 seconds per spot check)
9 months typical |
Dimensions |
1.3 inch W x 1.3 inch H x 2.2 inch L
(3.3 cm x 3.3 cm x 5.7 cm) |
Weight |
2 ounces (60 grams) with batteries |
Sportstat Price: $339 Canadian
Note: This product can only be shipped to destinations within Canada
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