Defibrillators (AED)
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- Half-automated external defibrillator
- With ECG monitoring mode
- CPR support with visual and acoustic instructions
- Robust and anti-shock
- Available in English or German
- Automated external defibrillator
- Available in semi-automatic and fully-automatic version
- With vocal instructions and pictograms
- Automatic electrode recognition
- Safety classification: IP55
- Defibrillator in semi-automatic or fully automatic version
- Electrodes suitable for both adults and children
- Guides user with voice prompts & metronome
- Daily self-test with permanent status display
- For first responders and lay users
- Configurable energy output up to 360 joules
- With cprMAX™ technology
- Standby time: 5 years
- Protection class: IP55 (dust and waterproof)
- Operating temperature: 0 °C - 50 °C
- Fast data transfer thanks to integrated Wi-Fi connectivity
- Continuously monitors the AED programmes
- Provides real-time CPR support
- Available in manual or fully automatic variants
- Minimal operating costs and easy maintenance
- Robust and impact-resistant Defibrillator
- With CPR support and automatic self-tests
- Voice prompts guide you through the defibrillation process
- 7 years standby time
- Including battery and electrode pads
- Automatic/semi-automatic simulation
- Offers five different training scenarios
- Training can be paused at any time
- With adult and children's mode
- Clear verbal instructions (DE or EN)
- Training device for LifeLine View, PRO & ECG
- High-resolution, interactive LCD colour monitor
- Clearly identifiable as training device
- 6 pre-programmed training scenarios
- Delivery incl. remote control, battery pack and electrodes
- Semi-automatic AED with integrated CPR Advisor™
- Allows continuous ECG and ICG analysis
- Data memory for 90 minutes of event documentation
- Minimal operating costs thanks to battery electrode cassette
- Available in English or German language versions
| Device Type | Target Group | Operation | Area of Application | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fully Automatic | First responders, businesses, public institutions | Shock delivered automatically without button press, fully guided | Schools, sports clubs, companies | Maximum safety for untrained users |
| Semi-Automatic | Medical practices, trained healthcare professionals | Shock delivered manually at the push of a button when prompted | Clinical settings, professional environments | Greater control, often with ECG functionality |
| Manual | Emergency services, A&E departments, hospitals | Fully manual operation | Emergency medicine, intensive care units | 12-lead ECG, monitoring and pacing capabilities |
What is the difference between an AED and a defibrillator?
An AED (automated external defibrillator) is a specific type of defibrillator. The term “defibrillator” broadly includes all devices used to treat cardiac arrest with a controlled electrical shock – ranging from fully automatic public-access devices to professional manual defibrillators. An AED automatically analyses the heart rhythm and guides the user step by step. In simple terms: every AED is a defibrillator, but not every defibrillator is an AED.
Which defibrillator is suitable for which application?
The appropriate defibrillator depends on the setting and user qualifications. Fully automatic AEDs are ideal for workplaces, schools and public environments with first aiders. In GP surgeries and clinical settings, semi-automatic defibrillators with ECG functionality are commonly used. Emergency medical services, A&E departments and hospitals rely on manual defibrillators with advanced monitoring capabilities.
How much does an AED or defibrillator cost?
The cost of external defibrillators varies depending on device type and features. Entry-level fully automatic AEDs for workplace use are typically in the lower to mid four-figure range, while semi-automatic devices with ECG functions and professional manual defibrillators are significantly more expensive. Ongoing costs include consumables such as electrodes and batteries. Specialist medical suppliers can provide tailored pricing guidance.
Who is allowed to use a defibrillator?
Fully automatic and semi-automatic AEDs are designed for safe use by laypersons in an emergency, as they provide clear voice and visual instructions throughout the resuscitation process. However, in organisational settings, operators must ensure that designated users receive appropriate training in accordance with applicable medical device regulations. Manual defibrillators are reserved exclusively for qualified healthcare professionals.
How does an automated external defibrillator (AED) work?
After the electrodes are applied, an AED automatically analyses the patient’s heart rhythm and determines whether a shockable rhythm, such as ventricular fibrillation, is present. If indicated, the device charges and delivers a biphasic shock – either automatically or after user confirmation, depending on the model. Voice prompts and visual cues guide the user through every step of the resuscitation process.
