The 3A Replacement Suction Jar provides a 100ml compact collection vessel for use with compatible 3A Aspirator models. Manufactured from medical-grade materials with a clear construction for visual fluid monitoring, it connects securely to the aspirator circuit and is designed for straightforward decontamination and replacement per NHS IPC suction equipment protocols. It is indicated for procedures requiring lower fluid collection capacity than the standard 1000ml jar.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | NCL-3AC285 |
| Capacity | 100 ml |
| Material | Medical-grade; clear construction |
| Compatible Models | Selected 3A Aspirator models |
As a collection jar for use with an MHRA-regulated Class IIa suction device, this component is subject to the NHS IPC decontamination requirements for suction equipment. The jar must be decontaminated between patient uses using an approved disinfectant solution compatible with medical-grade plastics, or replaced where decontamination integrity cannot be assured. CQC Regulation 12 (safe care) documentation requires that suction equipment component decontamination and replacement is recorded in the equipment maintenance log. Use with a disposable suction liner (NCL-3A1687) eliminates the need for jar decontamination between uses.
When should the 100ml jar be used instead of the standard 1000ml jar?
The 100ml jar is appropriate for procedures where the expected fluid volume is low - for example, oral suctioning for secretion management where small volumes are cleared at frequent intervals, or where the smaller, lighter jar is preferred for patient positioning during the suction procedure. Where there is clinical uncertainty about expected fluid volume, the 1000ml jar should be used to avoid mid-procedure interruption for jar replacement.
Can the 100ml jar be used with a disposable suction liner?
The disposable suction liner (NCL-3A1687) is designed for use with the standard 1000ml collection jar. Compatibility of the liner with the 100ml jar should be verified against the liner dimensions before use. Where a liner cannot be used with the 100ml jar, the jar must be decontaminated between patient uses per NHS IPC suction equipment protocol, with decontamination recorded in the CQC Regulation 12 equipment maintenance log.
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