Medical Gas Products
FDA-registered, DOT-compliant medical grade gases for VA healthcare facilities — delivered with precision and reliability.
Oxygen
Medical oxygen is the most widely used medical gas in VA facilities, essential for respiratory therapy, anesthesia delivery, and critical care. Our USP-grade oxygen meets all federal purity and compliance standards.
Clinical Applications
- Respiratory therapy and ventilator support
- Anesthesia delivery systems
- Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
- Emergency and critical care
- Surgical procedures
Available Cylinder Sizes
| Size | Volume | Pressure | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| M6 (B) | 164L | 2015 PSI | 3.5 lbs |
| M9 (C) | 249L | 2015 PSI | 4.8 lbs |
| D | 415L | 2015 PSI | 10 lbs |
| E | 682L | 2015 PSI | 14 lbs |
| H/K | 6,900L | 2200 PSI | 130 lbs |
Nitrogen NF
Nitrogen NF is used throughout VA surgical suites and laboratories. As an inert gas, it powers pneumatic surgical instruments, provides cryotherapy, and maintains sterile environments in pharmaceutical compounding.
Clinical Applications
- Pneumatic surgical instrument power
- Cryosurgery and cryotherapy
- Laboratory and analytical use
- Pharmaceutical compounding
- Purging and blanketing systems
Available Cylinder Sizes
| Size | Volume | Pressure | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| D | 415L | 2015 PSI | 10 lbs |
| E | 682L | 2015 PSI | 14 lbs |
| K | 6,900L | 2200 PSI | 130 lbs |
| T | 9,000L | 2640 PSI | 165 lbs |
Nitrous Oxide
USP-grade nitrous oxide is a critical anesthetic agent used across VA dental, surgical, and procedural sedation programs. Our supply chain maintains strict purity standards and full chain-of-custody documentation.
Clinical Applications
- General anesthesia (with other agents)
- Procedural sedation and analgesia
- Dental anesthesia
- Labor and delivery pain management
- Minor surgical procedures
Available Cylinder Sizes
| Size | Volume | Pressure | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| E | 1,590L | 745 PSI | 20 lbs |
| G | 13,800L | 745 PSI | 105 lbs |
| H/K | 15,800L | 745 PSI | 120 lbs |
Medical Carbon Dioxide
Medical-grade carbon dioxide is essential for minimally invasive surgical procedures at VA facilities. Our CO₂ meets the highest purity standards required for insufflation, laparoscopic surgery, and pH management.
Clinical Applications
- Laparoscopic and endoscopic insufflation
- Robotic-assisted surgical procedures
- Cryotherapy applications
- pH balancing in dialysis
- Cardiopulmonary bypass
Available Cylinder Sizes
| Size | Volume | Pressure | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| E | 940L | 838 PSI | 18 lbs |
| Siphon E | 940L | 838 PSI | 20 lbs |
| H/K | 14,700L | 838 PSI | 120 lbs |
Medical Air
Certified medical air is a precisely blended mixture used for respiratory support, ventilator operation, and as a carrier gas in anesthesia. Our medical air is moisture-free, oil-free, and meets all USP specifications.
Clinical Applications
- Mechanical ventilator operation
- Respiratory therapy and nebulization
- Anesthesia carrier gas
- Neonatal and pediatric care
- Hyperbaric chamber operations
Available Cylinder Sizes
| Size | Volume | Pressure | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| D | 415L | 2015 PSI | 10 lbs |
| E | 682L | 2015 PSI | 14 lbs |
| H/K | 6,900L | 2200 PSI | 130 lbs |
Specialty Gas Mixes
Veteran Respiratory Resources supplies custom-blended specialty gas mixtures formulated to your facility's exact specifications. From calibration standards to therapeutic blends, each cylinder ships with a certified analysis report verifying composition and purity.
Clinical Applications
- Pulmonary function testing (PFT) calibration gases
- Anesthesia machine calibration standards
- Heliox (helium/oxygen) for severe airway obstruction
- Carbogen (CO₂/O₂) for respiratory stimulation
- Custom diagnostic and research blends
Available Cylinder Sizes
| Size | Volume | Pressure | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34L Lecture Bottle | 34L | Varies by mix | 4–6 lbs |
| D | 415L | Varies by mix | 10–12 lbs |
| E | 682L | Varies by mix | 14–16 lbs |
| K/H | 6,900L | Varies by mix | 130–145 lbs |
Hydrostatic Testing Facility
Our on-site hydrostatic testing facility provides DOT-mandated cylinder requalification services for VA facilities. We test, inspect, and recertify high-pressure cylinders to ensure continued safe operation — keeping your inventory compliant and out-of-service time to a minimum.
Clinical Applications
- DOT 5-year cylinder requalification testing
- Visual internal and external cylinder inspection
- Valve replacement and cylinder reconditioning
- Cylinder rejection and safe disposal services
- Inventory tracking and requalification scheduling
Service Tiers
| Cylinder Class | Capacity Range | Max Pressure | Tare Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small (B–D) | Up to 415L | Up to 3000 PSI | Up to 15 lbs |
| Medium (E–G) | Up to 2,000L | Up to 3000 PSI | Up to 40 lbs |
| Large (H/K/T) | Up to 9,000L | Up to 3000 PSI | Up to 165 lbs |
Bulk Liquid Gas Supplier
For VA facilities with high-volume or continuous-use requirements, Veteran Respiratory Resources offers bulk liquid gas supply programs. We deliver cryogenic liquid oxygen, nitrogen, and argon directly to your on-site storage tanks — reducing cylinder handling, minimizing supply interruptions, and lowering per-unit cost at scale.
Clinical Applications
- Bulk liquid oxygen for central piping systems
- Liquid nitrogen for cryosurgery and lab storage
- On-site cryogenic tank installation and leasing
- Continuous supply for high-census VA hospitals
- Emergency backup supply programs
Supply Formats
| Container | Liquid Volume | Pressure | Full Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160L Dewar | 160L liquid | 22 PSI | ~280 lbs full |
| 230L Dewar | 230L liquid | 22 PSI | ~380 lbs full |
| 500L Micro-bulk | 500L liquid | 230 PSI | ~1,200 lbs full |
| On-site Storage Tank | 1,500–13,000 gal | Varies | Stationary |
Bulk Tank Installation
Veteran Respiratory Resources provides end-to-end bulk cryogenic tank installation for VA facilities ready to move beyond cylinder-based supply. Our certified technicians handle site assessment, permitting support, tank placement, piping tie-in, pressure regulation, and full system commissioning — with ongoing preventive maintenance programs to keep your supply uninterrupted.
Clinical Applications
- On-site liquid oxygen tank installation for central piping
- Liquid nitrogen tank setup for surgical and lab use
- Pressure regulation and vaporizer system installation
- Piping tie-in to existing medical gas manifolds
- Preventive maintenance and annual inspection programs
Installation Tiers
| Phase | Scope | Max Pressure | Configuration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site Survey | Facility assessment | N/A | N/A |
| 500–1,500 gal Tank | 500–1,500 gal liquid | 250 PSI max | Stationary |
| 3,000–6,000 gal Tank | 3,000–6,000 gal liquid | 250 PSI max | Stationary |
| 9,000–13,000 gal Tank | 9,000–13,000 gal liquid | 250 PSI max | Stationary |
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