Alerta Sapphire 2 Replacement System, Advanced Pressure Relief for High-Risk Users
- Full replacement alternating pressure system for high-risk patients, combining 5-inch air cells with a self-inflating static foam base to deliver dual-layer pressure redistribution across the full mattress surface for patients at high risk on the Waterlow Scale.
- SensaCare Truflo Technology auto-regulates cell pressure, using an integrated air sensor and microcomputer to continuously monitor patient weight distribution and adjust inflation levels in real time without manual pump dial intervention.
- 7-inch in-use height with self-inflating foam base, providing a stable, supportive foundation beneath the alternating air cells that maintains consistent mattress height during cell cycling without sagging or bottoming-out at bony prominences.
- CPR quick-release, antimicrobial cover, machine washable construction meets CQC Regulation 12 infection control standards and emergency response requirements for registered care settings.
Alerta Sapphire 2: Full Replacement Alternating Pressure System with Self-Inflating Foam Base
The Alerta Sapphire 2 is a full mattress replacement system for patients at high risk of pressure ulcer development. The dual-layer design combines 5-inch alternating air cells with a self-inflating static foam base section, delivering both active pressure cycling and passive support within a single mattress platform. SensaCare Truflo Technology continuously auto-regulates cell inflation based on patient weight distribution. The self-inflating foam base eliminates the need for manual inflation during setup, reducing deployment time in busy care environments. With a 7-inch in-use height, the system replaces the existing mattress entirely.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Code | NCL-ALT-9007 |
| Type | Full replacement alternating pressure system |
| Risk Level | High risk (Waterlow 20+) |
| Cell Height | 5 inches |
| In-Use Height | 7 inches |
| Base | Self-inflating static foam |
| Pressure Technology | SensaCare Truflo Technology |
| CPR Access | Quick-release deflation |
| Cover Material | Water-resistant, antimicrobial, machine washable |
| Application | Hospitals, care homes, NHS environments |
Clinical and Regulatory Compliance
Full replacement systems are indicated under NICE Guideline CG179 for patients at high risk where overlay systems do not provide sufficient pressure redistribution. The self-inflating foam base provides static support beneath the alternating air cells, meeting the dual-layer approach recommended by EPUAP/NPIAP/PPPIA international guidelines. CQC Regulation 12 requires that pressure care equipment matches the assessed risk level of each individual.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose a replacement system over an overlay?
A replacement system removes and replaces the existing mattress entirely, providing both the base support and the alternating pressure surface in a single unit. This delivers deeper cell immersion and greater pressure redistribution than an overlay, which must work on top of whatever base mattress is already in place. Replacement systems are indicated for high-risk patients where overlays do not provide sufficient pressure relief.
What does the self-inflating foam base do?
The self-inflating foam base provides a stable, supportive foundation beneath the alternating air cells. It inflates automatically when unpacked, eliminating manual inflation during setup. The foam base prevents the patient from bottoming-out onto the bed frame if air cells temporarily deflate during cycling, providing a constant baseline of pressure redistribution beneath the active alternating layer.
NCL-ALT-9007
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- Full replacement alternating pressure system for high-risk patients, combining 5-inch air cells with a self-inflating static foam base to deliver dual-layer pressure redistribution across the full mattress surface for patients at high risk on the Waterlow Scale.
- SensaCare Truflo Technology auto-regulates cell pressure, using an integrated air sensor and microcomputer to continuously monitor patient weight distribution and adjust inflation levels in real time without manual pump dial intervention.
- 7-inch in-use height with self-inflating foam base, providing a stable, supportive foundation beneath the alternating air cells that maintains consistent mattress height during cell cycling without sagging or bottoming-out at bony prominences.
- CPR quick-release, antimicrobial cover, machine washable construction meets CQC Regulation 12 infection control standards and emergency response requirements for registered care settings.