- Validates effective use of an inhaler
- Identifies correct choice of inhaler device type
- Identifies and quantifies poor inhaler technique
- Objective identification of proper use of the inhaler device
- Assists in training patients to use their inhalers correctly
- Provides clear feedback and instructions to subject and trainer
- Easy to use, hygienic and low cost
- Can optionally be used with a spacer
| Product |
AIM (Aerosol Inhalation Monitor) |
| Model Number |
4500 |
| Power Supply |
AAA x 4 |
| Weight |
Net: 260g (inc batteries and tubing)
Gross: 310g |
| Dimensions |
Net: 165mm x 133mm x 39.6mm
Gross: 190mm x 140mm x 65mm |
| Operating Temperature |
10°C - 40°C |
| Storage Temperature |
0°C - 50°C |
| Storage Relative Humidity |
10% - 95% |
| Safety Standards |
EN 60601-1:2005 |
| Medical Safety Standard |
Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC1993 as amended |
| Designed & Manufactured Under |
ISO 13485:2003, FDA 21CFR820, CMDR & JPAL |
| 45710 |
4500 AIM (Aerosol Inhalation Monitor) |
| 45610 |
Disposable DPI Inhaler Mouthpiece(25) |
| 45611 |
Disposable MDI Inhaler Mouthpiece (25) |
| 79192 |
Replacement Silicone Tubing |
| 45027 |
HFA Placebo Aerosol (8) |
I was lecturing and chairing a day on inhaler devices for respiratory physicians. We had a few of the new AIM devices available and these were great in helping us demonstrate correct inhaler device technique; and to provide the doctors with a 'hands-on' opportunity to learn how to do so themselves.
Dr Mark L Levy FRCGP
General Practitioner with Special Interest in Respiratory Disease.
The AIM is a really useful means of training patients to use their inhalers properly, and should be an essential part of a respiratory clinician’s kit in the future if we are to improve compliance and concordance in our patients.
Stephen Foster
Respiratory and Allergy Specialist Pharmacist | Pierremont Healthcare Limited
With both asthma and COPD the appropriate choice and correct use of inhalers is essential for the effective management of the condition and its symptoms. Anything that can help demonstrate correct technique is useful and it is here that the AIM machine can play an important part in helping to ensure that patients are using the right device, in the right way, to gain maximal benefit from inhaled therapies.
Jane Scullion
Respiratory Nurse Consultant | EM Respiratory Clinical Lead
Q. Is any personal data saved on the lung monitor BT Smart?
A. No personal information such as patient demographics are entered or stored on the device.
Q. Can I use a Bacterial Viral Filter (BVF)?
A. Yes. A BVF is recommended if the device is intended for multi-patient use. The plastic mouthpiece supplied with the device can be used where the device is intended for single-patient use. For patient groups with excessive sputum production, a BVF can be used to protect the device turbine from exhaled particulate matter where this may be a concern.
Q. What does the quality of blow indicator detect?
A. The (!) appears after a blow if; Vext (extrapolated volume) is > 5% or 100mL of FEV6 or a cough is detected in the 1st second.
Q. Does the lung monitor BT Smart link to any current Apps?
A. Yes. The following Apps are currently supported:
How to set up your spirometer and link to the Project Breathe app http://youtu.be/HFM3ApBU5P0
How to perform spirometry with Project breathe app http://youtu.be/P3JO5IniER8
Q. How do I clean the device?
A. Hygiene & Cleaning instructions for this device is available here.