The 3A Antibacterial Filter is a replacement disposable filter compatible with all 3A Professional Aspirator models. Providing high-efficiency bacterial filtration, it prevents cross-contamination between patient uses and protects the aspirator mechanism from bacterial ingress during suction procedures. Regular replacement is required under NHS IPC infection control protocols and forms part of the CQC Regulation 12 documented maintenance schedule for suction equipment in care home and clinical settings.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | NCL-3A1385 |
| Type | Antibacterial, disposable |
| Compatible Models | All 3A Professional Aspirator models |
| Installation | Tool-free, easy replacement |
As a consumable component of an MHRA-regulated Class IIa medical device under UK MDR 2002, the antibacterial filter replacement schedule is part of the manufacturer maintenance specification for the 3A Professional Aspirator range. NHS IPC guidance requires that suction equipment filters are replaced between patient uses or at the interval specified in the care home infection control policy. CQC Regulation 12 (safe care) documentation obligations include a recorded maintenance log for consumable replacement on patient-contact medical devices. The disposable construction eliminates the decontamination steps required for reusable filter components.
How often should the antibacterial filter be replaced?
The filter should be replaced per the 3A manufacturer guidance and the care home NHS IPC suction equipment policy, typically after each patient use or at the intervals specified in the facility infection control protocol. A spare filter is supplied with each 3A Professional Aspirator unit. Additional replacement filters should be stocked in the sluice or clinical room and logged in the CQC Regulation 12 equipment maintenance record to document compliance with the replacement schedule.
Is this filter compatible with both the single-pump and double-pump 3A aspirator models?
Yes. The antibacterial filter (NCL-3A1385) is compatible with all 3A Professional Aspirator models including the single-pump (NCL-AS1003A) and double-pump (NCL-AS903A). Care providers running both models do not need to stock separate filters for each aspirator, simplifying procurement and the consumable replacement schedule in multi-aspirator care home settings.
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