Machine

[Shudso14]

Does anyone know the life Expectacy of a Cpap machine mine in particular is an Resmed S9. How long on average do they last and when should I get another one on avg.?

[JDS74]

I don't know of any published life expectancy for a CPAP machine.

However, it is a combo product with both electronic and mechanical parts.
If the electronics last longer than 90 days or so, its likely that they will last for many years.

The mechanical components are related to air handling and are subject to wear and tear. Over time the bearings will just wear out. Most insurance companies will allow a replacement claim after 5 years so I suspect that 5 years is close to the useful life.

Some machines are worth repairing but for problems that occur in less than two years ( for Respironics machines ), it appears that the company just replaces them as it is not cost effective for them to repair and re-qualify the machine for medical use. Other manufacturers will have their own schedules for which replacement is the choice.

My Respironics Auto BiPap developed pressure control sensor problems after about 9 months and they just sent me a new one. There was no discussion of repair at all.

[sleepstar]

If it aint broke, don't fix it...

I've seen them last 10 years. Still get the S6's coming through.
You'd only need to replace it if it's actually not working. If you've got the money to go get the brand new spankin' model then by all means go for it. They are getting quieter with time (I don't know how much quieter it can be than the s9 now though! pretty bloody quiet)

[ArmandXP]

Don't know about life expectancy, but my DME said they have much less repair issues out of the S9. If it's after warranty, they will issue a loaner, and have the old one repaired. If it couldn't be repaired, a new one would be issued. I'm sure it's very similar with other insurance company's.