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Traveling with Inogen Stationary Concentrator
Hi there. I use the Inogen Rove 6 portable pulse concentrator when I'm out and about and need O2 (I typically need it if I get sick, during recovery, and during strenuous exercise). I'm thinking about purchasing the Inogen stationary concentrator for when I travel to another country where obtaining a stationary O2 unit will be a hassle. That way, I can still use the portable while sightseeing and have the stationary at my airbnb for use at night, etc. This unit weighs 18 pounds and will fit in a carry-on. Has anyone else tried this? I'm hoping it will free me up to travel to Europe from the US again.
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@mountain72 snd this continuous flow? how many hours does it give you. it is it the plugin type that us about the size of a carryon snd has wheels ?
@lizjlb oh i see now, it is the carryon one I was talking about.
yes if you only need for night time, that is the way to go.
Yes, it's continuous flow and what I'll use at night and when at my airbnb. I'll take my rove 6 too for use on the plane during the flight and when out sightseeing.
@mountain72 I use the Inogen One and it works fine-goes up to 6 strength and I bought a lighter battery for short trips. It lasts up to 3 hours. I used it overnight the the plug in when I traveled and couldn't bring the home unit. The shoulder and regular straps do the job.
I just have a question with flying, I heard it’s a hassle to fly because there’s a lot involved is that true, I have the Imogene too
That’s good to know. The sales rep told me totally different. Said it can leak oil internally and damage the internal parts. I checked my current machine on the plane with stickers to o keep it upright and it wouldn’t work when I arrived.
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It's not a hassle. Just be sure to let the gate agent know you have oxygen. Allegiant made me change sets to a window seat, because they didn't want me potentially blocking someone else from getting out. Alaska didn't care that I had an aisle seat. The airlines have a special needs number that you can call before you fly to find out what their regulations are.
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1 ReactionWas it the 18 lb travel unit? They also sell a heavier stationary unit.
I talked with my O2 supplier and he says it’s fine to have the concentrator be in whatever position is needed in transit. He says the important thing is to have it properly positioned while it is running and make sure vents are clear and it gets fresh air to get filter nitrogen out of (eg don’t put if in a sealed up closet—keep door cracked open). I should be getting the Liberty 2 with power cord on Thursday so I can fly with it on our trip to Scandinavia and Japan. I like that it’s lighter (< 7 pounds) and smaller than the other stationary machines.
That's great. If you get a chance, please post how it goes for you. Enjoy your travels.