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CPAP.com Battery Kit for Philips Respironics and Covidien Machines

Are you concerned about not being able to use your CPAP machine in the event of a power failure? Are you interested in taking your CPAP on weekend getaway, vacation, or camping where there is no electricity? At last there is a convenient, cost effective way to run your CPAP machine from an external battery source, that is less than half the weight and size of any CPAP battery pack in its class.

CPAP.com is proud to bring you the smallest, lightest (2.5 lbs), CPAP battery pack on the market. Please see below for the list of compatible machines for this battery kit.

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$279.99

4.7 of 5 76 Reviews

Item #CPAP-BATTERY-3 : 36 in stock

Available to Ship: Today

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Product Features

Small & Lightweight. The 2.5 lb CPAP.com Battery Pack is surprisingly small and lightweight. It features robust power that is rarely seen in battery packs twice its size and weight.

Lithium Ion Battery. This battery does not have typical "Battery Effect" issues, where you must discharge the battery before you can recharge. The lithium ion battery can be recharged at any discharge level without losing charge time due to battery memory loss. Using sophisticated circuitry, the battery pack is specially designed to limit the unit from under charging and over charging.

Approved for Travel. This battery has been approved by the United Nations and Department of Transportation as tested safe for travel.

Estimated Run Times. Please see the "Machine Pressure and Battery Performance" feature below to estimate the battery run time for your machine at your pressure setting. Using a heated humidifier on a 12volt battery power source will significantly reduce the amount of power provided. In most cases, usage is reduced to less than half the estimated operational time. CPAPs or BiPAPs requiring inverters reduce the power time even more.

Compatible Machines. This battery kit comes with the CPAP.com battery and the 12 Volt DC Power Cord. If you have any questions call our toll free number 800-356-5221 for assistance from a CPAP expert. The following machines are compatible for this kit:

Philips Respironics Compatible Machines

Covidien (Puritan Bennett) Compatible Machines

Non-Compatible Machines. This battery kit will not work with the following Respironics and Puritan Bennett machines:

REMstar BiPAP Plus
REMstar BiPAP Pro
REMstar BiPAP Pro 2 with Bi-Flex
REMstar BiPAP Auto with Bi-Flex
BiPAP ST New Gray Model
REMstar BiPAP Auto SV
REMstar BiPAP AVAPS Machine
GoodKnight 420E Auto CPAP Machine
GoodKnight 420G Travel CPAP Machine
GoodKnight 420SP Travel CPAP Machine

Word of Caution to RESmed S8 and S8 II Machine Users

YOU MUST USE THE DC12 Converter for S8 Machines in conjunction with any battery source, when using an S8 or S8 II machine. Failure to do so can result in damage to your CPAP. Consider purchasing the CPAP.com Battery Kit for S8 Machines when selecting a battery for your RESmed machine.

Return On Warranty Issues Only

Machine Pressure and Battery Performance *Note: This is a battery life estimation based on the battery and the machine. Each machine has unique power needs. Look for the Battery kit that has all the cables needed to safely run your machine. Please always read the "Important Tips" tab for further information on battery use. Select Machine:

Important Tips

Word of Caution to RESmed S8 and S8 II Machine Users

YOU MUST USE THE DC12 Converter for S8 Machines in conjunction with any battery source, when using an S8 or S8 II machine. Failure to do so can result in damage to your CPAP. Consider purchasing the CPAP.com Battery Kit for S8 Machines when selecting a battery for your RESmed machine.

ResMed VPAP Auto 25 and VPAP ST

The ResMed VPAP Auto 25 and VPAP ST use a different cord, DC-24 Converter For ResMed. Refer to the Respironics Battery Kit for ResMed VPAP Auto 25, VPAP Malibu & VPAP ST Machines for a battery kit for these machines.

The CPAP.com Battery Pack will not work with the Pure Sine Wave Inverter. If you want to use a CPAP.com Battery and need a means of charging the battery while camping outdoors, use the 400 Watt DC to AC Power Inverter with your car, generator, or RV.

REGARDING HEATED HUMIDIFIERS:

Using a heated humidifier on a 12volt battery power source will significantly reduce the amount of power provided. In most cases, usage is reduced to less than half the estimated operational time. CPAPs or BiPAPs requiring inverters reduce the power time even more.

Please note that some heated humidifiers are not capable of being operated on 12volt battery power sources. The later M Series heated humidifiers with the 6'' 'pigtail' connectors are capable of running on 12volt DC power sources. Earlier model M Series heated humidifiers without the pigtail are not 12Volt capable, nor are the Legacy model REMstar and stand-alone H2 humidifiers.

For optimum performance of your battery pack, plan to use your CPAP without the heated humidifier. You may also have the humidifier connected and filled with water, but without the power turned on. This changes a typical heated humidifier into a passive humidifier.

We suggest purchasing your battery pack far enough in advance so that the battery can be tested with the your CPAP machine. To determine the actual amount of power time you will receive and whether or not heated humidification is required for your comfort, test the battery at home before traveling.

CPAP Product Customer Reviews

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Antony B, TX – August 23, 2010

"The battery is amazing, small, lightweight, and very easy to use. I slept on the plane for the first time in a long time. It would be nice if it were a bit less expensive, but I do not regret buying it. Thank you CPAP.com."

Renee C, MI – August 13, 2010

"Very nice... small size and easy to use. Did not get "hot". Needs plenty of time to recharge."

Love it

Heidi W, IA – June 09, 2010

"I used this on a recent canoe trip. Kept the battery in a zip lock bag in the cooler during the day, and managed to get two nights of beautiful sleep out of one charge. I am very satisfied with this battery kit."

Works Better Than Advertised

Allen G, TX – May 03, 2010

"I have an APAP machine with a maximum pressure of 20cm. and I often hit that. Plug 20 into the pressure setting on the product page and you get an estimated run time of not much more than 5 hours. Although the Respironics battery pack has an estimated run time of 11 hours, it weighs almost 5 times as much and costs more. So I took a chance on the CPAP.com kit and am delighted to say that it runs my machine just fine. I have yet to put it to full test and see exactly how many nights it will run on a single charge, but so far I've run out of sleep before it's run out of charge."

Pam H, CA – April 17, 2010

"I was hoping that this little unit would last 2 nites.... no such luck, try a night and 3/4 and that was with a 4 hour charge after the first night. It seems to take a long time to charge and not last as long as one would expect. It is small and compact that is for sure and would be fine for one night if you have a power source available daily for a long recharge."

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What type of power does my CPAP need?

Most CPAP and BiLevel machines today are designed to operate on both AC and DC battery currents. In the United States, the AC current from wall outlets is 110 volt and most batteries produce 12 volt DC current. Overseas, the AC current is usually 220 or 240 volt.

We include information about the power needs and capacities in the description of our products. Please see the "Power" tab on any machine product page for this information. You can also see a summary of the voltage range and whether it is DC capable on our Compare Charts.

Will my CPAP operate on DC / battery power?

All CPAPs will operate on DC power with the use of an inverter to change the current from DC to AC before it reaches the machine. However, many will operate on DC power without the need for an inverter, just a power cord that plugs into the CPAP and ends in a cigarette lighter plug.

Inverters do require a lot of power. If you need to use an inverter to run your machine on battery power, the inverter will probably take about half the life off the battery.

To determine if your CPAP will operate without an inverter, look for a DC outlet on the machine, either at the back or on the side, with a single opening directly in the center. It should be labeled "DC Power" or similar term. You can also review our Compare Charts to see if your machine has a optional DC cable option.

Will my CPAP operate overseas?

An adapter may be required to plug a US power cord into a wall outlet in a foreign country. CPAP.com sells an assortment pack of World Traveler Power Adapter Plugs, which allow CPAP machines to plug into different types of wall sockets found in different countries.

All the models CPAP.com sell contain power converters that enable the machine to operate on any AC current from 100 to 240 volts without any adjustment. Check with your dealer or manufacturer to see if your machine needs an external converter that lowers the voltage from 240 to 120 VAC.

How do I use a battery to operate my CPAP?

First you need to determine if your machine is configured to operate on DC power and has a DC power outlet. If your machine does have a DC power outlet and you want to run your marine battery, then you will need the correct DC cable for your machine and an adapter cable that fits over the cigarette lighter plug and ends in alligator clips.

CPAP.com sells complete battery kits with everything you need for your machine including the right cables for your machine and the battery. You can find the right battery kit for your machine here.

If your machine does not have a DC power outlet, then you will also need an inverter to be able to run your machine on battery power.

If you have questions about the specific power needs of your machine, review the "Power" tab on your machine's product page, or give us a call at 1-800-356-5221.

What type of battery should I use?

For longer battery use, we suggest a deep-cycle marine battery. A CPAP set at 10cm will usually run for about three nights before having to recharge a deep cycle marine battery. A car battery will usually run a machine for 8 hours and still start the car.

There are small, portable battery packs that will operate a CPAP set at 10cm for at least one night, or about eight hours. CPAP.com sells full battery kits that come with everything needed to run your machine off battery power including the right cables needed for your machine and a battery. You can find the battery kit for your machine here. On each battery kit page, you can input your machine and pressure setting to see an estimate battery life for your machine.

How do I prepare for power outages with CPAP?

There are a lot of back up battery choices out there that can give you peace of mind in case of a power outage. Some machines offer the option of an integrated battery which will automatically fail over to battery power if the power goes out.

CPAP.com sells battery packs to accompany your machine if an integrated battery is not available. Visit CPAPtalk for more advice specific to your needs, or view this past thread on the topic here.

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CPAP.com Battery Kit for Philips Respironics and Covidien Machines

Product Features

Machine Pressure and Battery Performance

Specifications

This Product Includes...

Product Specifications

Important Tips

CPAP Power Options

CPAP Product Customer Reviews

Antony B, TX – August 23, 2010

Renee C, MI – August 13, 2010

Love it

Heidi W, IA – June 09, 2010

Works Better Than Advertised

Allen G, TX – May 03, 2010

Pam H, CA – April 17, 2010

CPAP Learning Center

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What type of power does my CPAP need?

Will my CPAP operate on DC / battery power?

Will my CPAP operate overseas?

How do I use a battery to operate my CPAP?

What type of battery should I use?

How do I prepare for power outages with CPAP?

Assistance

Order Info

Community

Our Company

Product Images

CPAP.com Battery Kit for Philips Respironics and Covidien Machines

Product Features

Machine Pressure and Battery Performance

Specifications

This Product Includes...

Product Specifications

Important Tips

CPAP Power Options

CPAP Product Customer Reviews

Antony B, TX – August 23, 2010

Renee C, MI – August 13, 2010

Love it

Heidi W, IA – June 09, 2010

Works Better Than Advertised

Allen G, TX – May 03, 2010

Pam H, CA – April 17, 2010

CPAP Learning Center

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What type of power does my CPAP need?

Will my CPAP operate on DC / battery power?

Will my CPAP operate overseas?

How do I use a battery to operate my CPAP?

What type of battery should I use?

How do I prepare for power outages with CPAP?

Assistance

Order Info

Community

Our Company

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