Home Oxygen Concentrators for Sale

What Is A Home Oxygen Concentrator?

Home oxygen concentrators are for stationary oxygen treatment at home and need electricity from a wall socket. Oxygen from ambient air is filtered by these devices and supplemental oxygen is provided to the patient. They provide a quiet, reliable supply of medical-grade oxygen for patients suffering from COPD or other chronic lung disorders in their homes. If you have been told to start your oxygen therapy, then a home oxygen concentrator may be right for you. The Oxygen Concentrator Supplies Shop has many models available for sale.

How To Choose a Home Oxygen Concentrator

Depending on the condition being treated, a range of oxygen flow rates can be prescribed. A prescription can be up to 10 LPM (liters per minute). In other cases, a lower flow of oxygen may be adequate. How much oxygen you require will be indicated on your doctor's prescription.

Most of the stationary home oxygen concentrators we carry come equipped with wheels, allowing patients to move the oxygen concentrator easily from one room to another.

With so many home oxygen concentrator brands and models available, it’s best to start the buying process for a home oxygen concentrator by making sure that your needs are fulfilled by the concentrator.

Easy to Use Home Oxygen Concentrators

WYou're going to want a home oxygen concentrator that’s easy to use. Look for designs that feature a control panel that is simple and easy to understand. When using at home, energy consumption and quiet performance are also important characteristics.

Respiratory Therapist Tips: Considerations for Picking the Right Home Oxygen Concentrator

Liter Flow: Your prescription will dictate your liter flow, which is a key factor in determining the right machine for you.

Weight: While weight is important, keep in mind that most O2 home concentrators come with wheels.

Noise Level: Most of our models run between 40 and 69 dBA.

Power usage: Most of our models run between 275 and 639W.

Altitude: Confirm that your oxygen concentrator will work properly where you live.

Home Oxygen Concentrators - Frequently Asked Questions

How Do Home Oxygen Concentrator Work?

Home oxygen concentrators, unlike an oxygen tank, do not require a supply of oxygen. Instead, they filter supplemental oxygen from the ambient air. Then the oxygen is delivered to the patient through a nasal cannula or mask.

Who Needs Home Oxygen Concentrators?

For a variety of short and long-term illnesses, including asthma and COPD, home oxygen concentrators may be prescribed by physicians. When the oxygen content in the blood is too low, oxygen therapy is often prescribed.

Are There Any Portable Home Oxygen Concentrators?

There are no portable home oxygen concentrators but almost any portable oxygen concentrator can be used as a home oxygen concentrator if the patient does not require high oxygen delivery capacities. Most portable oxygen concentrators have a maximum oxygen delivery amount of 5L. Moreover, portable oxygen concentrators can work on batteries and electricity providing more freedom compared to an oxygen concentrator for home use. If you are looking for a portable oxygen concentrator that can also work as a home oxygen concentrator, click here.

How Much Oxygen Do I Need?

Your physician will prescribe the desired rate of oxygen flow to best treat your respiratory conditions - often up to 10 LPM (liters per minute).

What Size Home Oxygen Concentrator Should I Get?

If you have ensured that the concentrator will match your prescription needs and home space is limited, consider a more compact HOC. Such designs are smaller, weighing as little as 18 lbs. Sometimes manufacturers add casters for effortless mobility, so that people can move the HOC by themselves quickly.

Can I Connect My Home Oxygen Concentrator To A CPAP or BiLevel PAP Machine?

Yes, you can connect your Oxygen Concentrator to your CPAP or BiLevel PAP machine if you need sleep apnea therapy and oxygen therapy simultaneously.

Find more information on connecting your CPAP or BiLevel PAP to your oxygen concentrator.

At The Oxygen Concentrator Supplies Shop, we are proud to carry the most advanced, energy-efficient and quietest oxygen concentrators at the lowest prices. If you are unsure which product best meets your needs, our team can answer questions and help walk you through your options. Give us a call at 888.941.1688.