Standard (Lamp) English MacIntosh Laryngoscope Blade Size 1

Single-piece stainless steel construction ensures blade integrity. Removable light pipe and smooth surface design. Blades can be economically upgraded from lamp to fiber-optic illumination. Repairable at a fraction of the cost of a replacement blade. Free repolishing service extends product life. Choice of blade sizes 1, 2, 3, 4 . Standard (Lamp) English MacIntosh Laryngoscope Blade. E-MacIntosh, or "English"-MacIntosh, blades are the most popular style of laryngoscope bladeoutside of the United States. The English Macintosh design differs in several aspects from the original Macintosh blade: First, the curve of the E-Macintosh is more continuous from the proximal to distal end. This improves lifting mechanics. Second, the overall length is increased to help assist intubation in patients with an anterior larynx. Finally, the profile or height of the instrument had been reduced for easier intubation in patients with limited oral access. The Welch Allyn English Macintosh blades are the result of continual discussions with customers regarding improvement in the design and manufacture of laryngoscope blades. The Standard (Lamp) English MacIntosh Laryngoscope Blade is available in sizes: 1, 2, 3, 4. Robust Design. Welch Allyn's laryngoscope design uses a single piece of 304-series stainless steel as its load-bearing member. This one-piece construction of the Welch Allyn blade is more robust than the typical competitive product. Its one-piece blade construction eliminates the potentially weaker soldered or brazed joint. Furthermore the reduced handle and blade weight improve balance and maneuverability, enabling even the most difficult intubations, while the lower proximal blade height aids intubation in patients with limited oral access. Design Features. Welch Allyn's innovative design incorporates an easy-to-remove light pipe that eliminates the difficult-to clean areas of most competitive laryngoscopes. Removable Light Pipe. Another featur