2.2. aScope BronchoSampler™ parts
5
B
A
1
3
4
2
6
10
9
8
7
C
Item
Function
A
Sample container
Connects to the sampler bridge and holds the retrieved sample
B
Suction adapter
For connection to a male suction adapter and the suction connector
C
Sampler bridge
Connects to the aScope 4 Broncho, and creates a closed loop
for sampling and/or suctioning
No.
Part
Function
Material
1
Flip top
Acts as click-on locking mechanism for sample container.
To be pressed down anteriorly to disengage locking mechanism
PP
2
Sample container lid
For closing and protecting the sample
PP
3
Connection interface
For connection of sampler bridge and sample container
Silicone
PP
4
Sample container glass
For storage of sample
HIPS
No.
Part
Function
Material
5
Suction adapter
For connection to a male suction adapter and
the suction connector
TPE
No.
Part
Function
Material
6
Suction connector
For connection of suction tubing
PP
7
aScope 4 Broncho
connection interface
For introduction of aScope 4 Broncho suction
connector, to establish connection
MABS
TPE
8
Attachment lock
Locks the sampler bridge to the aScope 4 Broncho
POM
9
Flow switch
Determines suction flow direction and switches between
general suction and sampling
POM
10
Connection interface
For connection of sampler bridge and sample container
MABS
Silicone
6