UVP iBox Anesthesia System - Manual (Page 5)

iBox Anesthesia System 5
5) Isoflurane/Sevoflurane Vaporizer: The vaporizer is a precision instrument that blends
oxygen and either isoflurane or sevoflurane to the proper ratio, and then outputs it to the
system components. The gas blend is adjusted with a large locking dial on top of the unit. The
vaporizer outputs agent concentrations from 0-5% in .5% graduations.
NOTE: UVP does not ship isoflurane or sevoflurane with this system. Contact a lab supply
company to purchase isoflurane or sevoflurane.
6) Vaporizer Stand: The vaporizer stand acts as a mount for the vaporizer and the gas delivery
mechanisms, including the inlet flow meter and the on/off valves for the breathing device and
chamber. Quick disconnects are used to attach the breathing device and chamber to the unit.
7) Induction Chamber: The induction chamber is a small acrylic plastic chamber designed to
anesthetize up to 5-6 mice or one rat at a time. The chamber includes a quick disconnect gas
inlet fitting and an exhaust outlet to a charcoal filter canister.
8) Charcoal Filter Canisters and Stand: The ReFresh charcoal filter canisters use activated
charcoal to remove isoflurane or sevoflurane from waste gas before release into the room. A
filter is installed on the chamber and breather exhaust. Filters are to be weighed prior to initial
use and prior to each subsequent use. The charcoal filter canister should be replaced after
a weight increase of 100 grams.