Stethoscopes rely on an airtight seal in order to transmit body sounds from the patient to the practitioners ears. All littmann stethoscope eartips are available in small and large. Just remove the chestpiece from your old tubing and push into your new. Littmann cardiology replacement stethoscope tubing. From snapon eartips and id tags, to replacement binaurals and tunable diaphragms, this is where youll find accessories and diy replacement parts. To explain our test results, it will be helpful to compare the tubing of the stethoscope to a garden hose. The 3m littmann classic iii stethoscope is the latest version of the stethoscope that helps millions of medical professionals achieve their best. Stethoscopes, with eartips, 27 inch 27 is the total length from eartips through the chestpiece once assembled. If worn around the neck, we recommend wearing the stethoscope over a collar away from contact with your skin. If a material or manufacturing defect occurs during the warranty period, we will repair it free of charge, except in the cases of obvious abuse or accidental damage. Wearing the stethoscope around the neck may cause stiffening of the tubing over time. This item stethoscope binaural replacement tube by reliance medical fits littmann cardiology iii stethoscope tubing purple 3m littmann cardiology iv diagnostic stethoscope, rainbowfinish chest piece, black tube, stem and headset, 27 inch, 6165. The tubing assembly comes with softsealing eartips, binaurals, and tubing. Its tubing becomes hard or cracked due to being exposed for long periods of.
When youre shopping for a stethoscope, theres no substitute for trying out different stethoscopes. If it was within the last ten years, theyll send you new tubing for free. Loose parts in the chestpiece, loose or cracked tubing, or improperly seated eartips can prevent an airtight seal. Ask colleagues if you can listen through their stethoscopes. Nurse putting the eartips of her 3m littmann classic iii stethoscope into her ears. Littmann stethoscope eartubes are symmetrical for ideal eartip seal and. Your 3m littmann stethoscope comes with a limited warranty policy. Listen to high or low frequencies without flipping over the chestpiece.
You cant beat our selection of stethoscope parts and accessories for sale at, americas medical superstore. Internal cracks caused by frequent bending of your stethoscope or carrying it around your neck will not be apparent 2. Just as easy to whip out, but might not look as cool. A stethoscope is used to detect and study internal systems, such as fetal development, blood flow or blood pressure bp, and respiration, and sounds, such as cardiac, venous, arterial, pulmonary, and uterine. March 14, 2017 jacob nyman leave a comment youve worn your trusty stethoscope, lets assume a.
I have owned this stethoscope since 2010 and this is the last year 2015 i. It appears something went wrong when attempting to retrieve the available locations to purchase. Designed for use with littmann classic iii, master classic, classic ii s. Pick up the latest littmann electronic stethoscope at allheart. Mar 14, 2017 well the oils coming from your skin and hair follicles have a detrimental effect on the rubber tubing of your stethoscope. Whats happening littmann stethoscopes 3m united states. Mar 14, 2017 my littmann stethoscope tubing cracked what now. Its parts are worn and torn, or weatherbeaten from sunlight exposure. Clinical evidence shows that its easier to detect difficulttohear heart sounds, like s3 gallops, aortic regurgitation murmurs, and abnormal lung sounds. The binaurals are part of the tubing, so all you have to do to replace it is pull the stethoscope head off the old tubing and push it onto the new tubing. The tubing used in all 3m littmann stethoscopes is a pvc polyvinylchloride tubing that becomes hard when exposed for long periods of time to the lipids found in human skin. Arrived in fast, now stethoscope is as good as new. Littmann stethoscopes are world renowned for their superior acoustic quality, and we stock a full range of models.
Apr 03, 2018 the littmann 3m cardiology iv is the most recent addition to the littmann stethoscope range. I ordered this littmann classic iii stethoscope with the tubing color of plum and my first name engraved on what is listed as the head of the chest piece in the georgia font. Loose parts in the chestpiece, loose or cracked tubing, or improperly seated. Just as your hands might crack when you wash it too often, so does the tubing on your stethoscope. Discover 3m littmann stethoscope spare parts and replacement parts. Cleaning and care 3m littmann stethoscopes 3m australia. This is especially true when using the softsealing eartips. This date can be verified on your original purchase receipt. Tunable technology, an innovation developed by 3m, makes it possible to hear both high and low frequency sounds without moving the placement of your stethoscope chestpiece. We stock an extensive range of spare parts for littmann stethoscopes. Order your stethoscope spare parts and accessories today and save with our 110% price match guarantee. We will continue to provide the best service that we possibly can in these difficult and unprecedented times.
Browse our inventory of classic 3m models iii, ii s. Often one of the first signs of a stethoscope starting to break down is when the tubing becomes hardened since most. Before being superseded by the littmann cardiology iv, the cardiology iii was at the top of littmanns mechanical range. Mar 18, 2014 onboard recording with the 3m littmann stethoscope model 3200 duration. Jun 08, 2017 clean your stethoscope regularly with noninvasive cleaning agents recommended by the manufacturer. I have been using littman cardiac stethoscopes since i graduated college. From snapon eartips and id tags, to replacement binaurals and tunable diaphragms, this is where youll find accessories and diy replacement parts for your littmann stethoscope.
The littmann 3m cardiology iv is the most recent addition to the littmann stethoscope range. Littmann cardiology iv stethoscope littmann stethoscopes. It is on the heavier side and the egg shaped diaphragm turned out to be larger than i expected. Whether its for graduation, an anniversary, the holidays, or just because, weve got great ideas for gifts for the nurses, doctors, and. Overall, im very satisfied with this stethoscope as it more than adequately meets all my daily requirements as a medical resident. Why does stethoscope tubing become brittle and crack. It sounds just as my stethoscope sounded with the original tubing, and the ear pieces it comes with for my ears great, even better than the originals id say. How to choose a stethoscope hear, see, and feel the difference for yourself. Well the oils coming from your skin and hair follicles have a detrimental effect on the rubber tubing of your stethoscope. Electronic stethoscopes buy digital littmann cardiology. The classic iii stethoscope offers high acoustic sensitivity for exceptional performance, plus a versatile two.
Learn how to use a littmann stethoscope and get the most out of 3m tunable technology. It comes complete with a handcrafted stainless steel chestpiece and a tunable diaphragm that can alternate between low and high frequencies simply by changing the pressure on it. To start i absolutely love this stethoscope its lightweight but sturdy, the acoustics are great, the plum color tubing looks more dark magenta on the website but it is. Cleaning and care 3m littmann stethoscopes 3m india. Check out this short article now to help you along. Littmann is the usual goto manufacturer for stethoscopes but you may find that other brands such as erka offer. Exposure to extreme heat and cold can also damage tubing. This might mean the url that you came from is incorrect or this page wasnt properly configured. You can count on allheart when buying littmann stethoscopes, parts, and accessories. Theyll ask for the serial number on the scope, which allows them to know when it was manufactured. The last time i didnt think much of it, because the women i worked with told me that it was because i cleaned it with alcohol swabs.
Do you see distinct kinks or bends which can make the stethoscope hard to use. Find digital cardiology stethoscopes, attachments, kits, and accessories at the lowest prices. The day you bought your littmann stethoscope establishes its warranty start date. I am on my second one, because the tubing keeps cracking. In an attempt to clarify many of the myths surrounding tubing length, 3m littmann has tested their stethoscope product line to offer the following information about tubing length. Littmann cardiology iv stethoscope product overview youtube. March 14, 2017 jacob nyman leave a comment youve worn your trusty stethoscope, lets assume a littmann, around your neck for years. Use the littmann parts finder tool to get exactly the right items for your stethoscope. Cardiology iii stethoscope littmann stethoscopes equipment. And that is probably why your littmann stethoscope tubing cracked. The littmann master cardiology stethoscope offers the ultimate acoustic performance in a singlesided stethoscope. The tubing on this thing is a lint magnet, despite cleaning it multiple times a day with alcohol swabs. That indicates stiff tubing which can pull on eartips. Medisave will continue to operate as an essential supplier.
For optimal acoustic performance, its important to use the eartip size that best fits your ear. Softtouch chestpiece stethoscope, navy blue tube, 27 inch, 4473 at. I use it mainly for blood pressures so it was a great replacement for my worn out littman tubing. When cleaning your stethoscope, do not submerge it in any cleaning liquid or chemicals since this can also shorten the life of your stethoscope. The alcohol in the cleaning agent gently eats away at the rubber tubing, leaving it frail and vulnerable. We also have special postage rates for the lighter items to ensure the most economical overall price available. If you experience any problems with the littmann electronic stethoscope, do not attempt to repair it yourself.
However, if i have to buy a new stethoscope in the future, id probably go with the littmann master cardiology. Harsh chemicals will harm or discolor your stethoscope s parts and cause it to degrade more quickly. The classic iii stethoscope offers high acoustic sensitivity for exceptional performance, plus a versatile twosided chestpiece with tunable diaphragms. The tubing on my stethoscope got stiff an cracked after 10 yrs. Personalized stethoscope id taglittman stethoscopern medical badge.
Order the cardiology, classic, lightweight or electronic stethoscope today. The majority of tubing used on littmann stethoscopes is made of pvc polyvinylchloride, which becomes hard when exposed for long periods of time to the lipids found in human skin. Stethoscopes, with eartips, 27 inch 27 is the total length from eartips through the chestpiece once assembled tubing assembly for all littmann cardiology models of stethoscopes. How to use your littmann stethoscope 3m united kingdom. Sound quality is noticeably better than my previous select littmann stethoscope. Stethoscopes typically have yshaped rubber tubing that allows sound to travel from the chestpiece to the eartips. We stock huge volumes of spare parts to ensure the best possible supply, first time.
This item stethoscope binaural replacement tube by reliance medical fits littmann cardiology iii stethoscope tubing navy 3m littmann cardiology iv diagnostic stethoscope, standardfinish chestpiece, black tube, stainless stem and headset, 27 inch, 6152. Where to buy 3m littmann stethoscopes online 3m india. This includes id tags, ear tips, diaphragms and rim assemblies. With a twosided chestpiece, dual tunable diaphragms, improved tubing, and. Common questions and answers about 3m littmann products. Kit includes new tubing, binaural headsetthe metal tubesand soft seal earpieces. The cardiology iv stethoscope encompasses a redesign from the ground up featuring a brand new stainless steel chestpiece, brand new fully optimised paediatric and adult diaphragms unique to the cardiology iv, the very latest generation long life tubing, a highly tuned bell side for instant low frequencies, and class leading 7 year warranty. Chances are youll need new tubing if the acoustic performance of your stethoscope has diminished 2.
Its innovative design provides a tunable diaphragm on each side of the chestpiece. Replacing stethoscope tubing student doctor network. One of the main reasons why the tubing on your stethoscope has cracked is probably because you profusely wipe rubbing alcohol onto it. Read our technical advice for operating electronic stethoscopes. If you do not have your receipt, we will use the date it was manufactured as the warranty start date.
The stethoscopes tubing is bent, becomes hard or cracked due to being exposed for long. Littmann classic iii stethoscope, smoke raspberry, 5871. The 3m littmann cardiology iii stethoscope is designed for clinicians who require outstanding acoustic performance combined with exceptional versatility. Stethoscope binaural replacement tube fits littmann cardiology iii stethoscope tubing navy blue your price. Stethoscope cracked scrubs uniforms gear allnurses. Find out how tunable auscultation works and get the most out of your 3m littmann stethoscope. Achieve a great auscultation experience, and share it with others. Stethoscope binaural replacement tube by reliance medical. This section holds every spare part currently available for all littmann stethoscopes. As you hold the headset, note how the eartubes cross.