3M™ Littmann® Cardiology IV™ Stethoscope Black - 22" (Short-Length Model)
| Tube & Headset Colour | Black |
| Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Brand | 3M Littmann |
| Manufacturer | Littmann |
| Model / MPN | 6151 |
| GTIN | 707387789763 |
| Warranty | 7 Years years |
Please Note: This stethoscope has 22" tubing that is shorter than standard stethoscopes.
The 3M™ Littmann® Cardiology IV™ Stethoscope is designed for clinicians who require outstanding acoustic performance combined with exceptional versatility. Its functional design provides a single-piece tunable diaphragm on each side of the chestpiece, letting clinicians hear different frequency sounds by simply adjusting the pressure on the chestpiece. The dual-lumen tubing combines two sounds paths in one tube, eliminating the rubbing noise that traditional double tubes create. Not just for cardiologists, this stethoscope is ideal for a variety of healthcare professionals to identify, listen to, and study cardiac, lung, and other body sounds in adult and pediatric patients.
3M Littmann® Cardiology IV Stethoscopes are more than twice as loud as the next leading stethoscope, allowing you to more reliably and consistently hear heart sounds at lower frequencies (below 120Hz) like Korotkoff sounds, Mitral Stenosis and S3 and S4 Gallops when compared to other leading stethoscopes. This is based on tests against globally available comparable stethoscopes in an equivalent class using recorded heart sounds with a diaphragm. The Littmann Cardiology IV Stethoscope also weighs less than other stethoscopes, based on published weights of globally-available comparable stethoscopes in an equivalent class.
The 3M™ Littmann® Cardiology IV Stethoscope's distinctive, chalice-shaped chestpiece delivers outstanding acoustic performance, diagnostic versatility, and convenience for treating adult and pediatric patients. Both sides of the chestpiece have single-piece diaphragms that are easy to remove and clean, while the pediatric side of the chestpiece easily converts to a traditional open bell by removing the tunable diaphragm and replacing it with the included non-chill bell sleeve. Listen to, identify, and diagnose even the most subtle body sounds through the power of tunable diaphragm technology. Simply hold the chestpiece with light pressure to hear low-frequency sounds and increase pressure incrementally to hear higher-frequency sounds. Dual lumen tubing combines two sounds paths in one tube, eliminating the rubbing noise that traditional double tubes create. Stain-resistant, durable, and designed for the healthcare environment — choose the 3M™ Littmann® Cardiology IV Stethoscope.
Details
- Diagnose and make decisions with confidence
- Hear high or low frequency sounds by slightly adjusting pressure on the chestpiece
- Dual-lumen tubing helps eliminate the rubbing noise of traditional double tubes
- Next-generation tubing is durable and has increased resistance to staining
- Headset is easily adjusted for individual fit and comfort, with angled eartubes that align with ear canals
- More than twice as loud* as the next leading stethoscope
- Allows you to more reliably and consistently hear heart sounds at lower frequencies (below 120Hz*) like Korotkoff sounds, Mitral Stenosis and S3 and S4 Gallops when compared to other leading stethoscopes
- Weighs less** than other stethoscopes
Specifications
- Binaural Construction: Double Lumen
- Chestpiece Finish: Machined Stainless Steel
- Chestpiece Technology: Double-Sided
- Chestpiece Weight: 3.1 Ounce (87 g)
- Diaphragm Diameter: 1.7" (4.3 cm)
- Diaphragm Material: Epoxy/Fiberglass
- Headset Material: Wide diameter aerospace alloy/anodized aluminum
- Overall Diameter: 1.7"
- Overall Length: 22" (55.8 cm)
- Performance: 9
- Small Diaphragm Diameter: 1.3" (3.3 cm)
- Special Adapters: No
- Tube Colour: Black
- Warranty: 7 Years
*Based on tests against globally-available comparable stethoscopes in an equivalent class using recorded heart sounds with diaphragm.
**Based on published weights of globally-available comparable stethoscopes in an equivalent class.
What is the tube length of the Littmann Cardiology IV Black stethoscope, and how does it differ from standard models?
The Littmann Cardiology IV Black stethoscope has a tube length of 22 inches (55.8 cm), which is shorter than standard stethoscope tubing. This short-length model is designed for clinicians who prefer closer working distance during auscultation.
Is the Littmann Cardiology IV suitable for both adult and pediatric patients?
The Littmann Cardiology IV is designed to assess adult and paediatric patients using its double-sided chestpiece. The paediatric side converts to a traditional open bell by removing the tunable diaphragm and replacing it with the included non-chill bell sleeve.
How does tunable diaphragm technology work on the Littmann Cardiology IV?
The Littmann Cardiology IV uses a single-piece tunable diaphragm on each side of the chestpiece that allows clinicians to hear different frequency sounds by adjusting pressure. Applying light pressure captures low-frequency sounds, while incrementally increasing pressure shifts auscultation toward higher-frequency sounds.
What low-frequency heart sounds can the Littmann Cardiology IV reliably detect?
The Littmann Cardiology IV is designed to more reliably and consistently hear heart sounds at frequencies below 120 Hz, including Korotkoff sounds, Mitral Stenosis, and S3 and S4 Gallops. It is rated more than twice as loud as the next leading stethoscope based on tests using recorded heart sounds with a diaphragm against globally available comparable stethoscopes in an equivalent class.
What clinical environments is the Littmann Cardiology IV Black intended for?
The Littmann Cardiology IV Black is intended for critical care and challenging environments, including cardiac units and the ICU. It is also appropriate for a variety of healthcare professionals who need to identify and study cardiac, lung, and other body sounds.
What is the warranty on the Littmann Cardiology IV Black stethoscope?
The Littmann Cardiology IV Black stethoscope carries a 7-year warranty. This warranty period applies to the 22-inch short-length model with item code 350-6151.
What materials are used in the chestpiece and headset of the Littmann Cardiology IV?
The chestpiece of the Littmann Cardiology IV is machined stainless steel with a diaphragm made of epoxy and fibreglass. The headset is constructed from wide-diameter aerospace alloy and anodized aluminum, and the chestpiece weighs 3.1 ounces (87 g).
How does dual-lumen tubing on the Littmann Cardiology IV reduce acoustic interference?
The Littmann Cardiology IV uses dual-lumen tubing that combines two sound paths within a single tube, eliminating the rubbing noise that traditional double tubes create. This design preserves acoustic clarity during auscultation without the interference caused by two separate tubes making contact.
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