What is an infusion pump?
An infusion pump is a medical device used to precisely control the rate of fluid infusion. It delivers fluids (e.g., medications, nutrient solutions, blood products, etc.) mechanically or electronically to a patient's body and can precisely regulate the flow of fluids based on a set rate and dosage.
Structure of an Infusion Pump
Microcomputer System (The Brain)
Serves as the control center, managing and processing the entire system. Executes commands and ensures precise operation of all components.
Driving Mechanism (The Heart)
Acts as the power source for the infusion process. Drives the movement of fluids at the set infusion rate.
Monitoring Devices (Sensors)
Includes various sensors such as. Infrared Droplet Sensors: Monitor the flow of liquid droplets. Ultrasonic Bubble Sensors: Detect air bubbles in the infusion line. Transmit signals to the microcomputer system for analysis and action.
Alarm Devices
Issues commands from the microcomputer to alert users about irregularities. Equipped with both photoelectric alarms and audible alarms to ensure timely notification of problems like blockages, empty fluid bags, or air bubbles.
Input Display Panel (Human-Computer Interaction)
Enables users to input commands and monitor operation. Plays a critical role in ease of use and user experience by providing a clear interface for operation and feedback.
How Infusion Pumps Work?
Infusion pumps deliver medications or fluids into a patient's body either mechanically or electronically. They operate by precisely controlling the pressure and flow rate based on the predefined infusion rate and dose, ensuring accurate and reliable delivery.
Classification of infusion pumps
Most horizontal pumps are stackable due to their flat structure, while vertical pumps are generally not stackable
Horizontal infusion pump
vertical infusion pump
Our Products
CNME010501
3.5 inch color touch screen
Rate range 0.1-2000 ml/h
Accuracy ±5%
7 modes (Rate, Vol, weight, Intermittent , Loading dose, sequence, and Ramping mode)
Drug liberary; History records; Lithium battery
CNME010510
3.5" color LCD touch screen
Rate range 0.1 - 2001 ml/h Accuracy ±5%
11 modes:Rate mode, Drip mode, Time mode, Body Weight mode, Drug library mode, Micro mode Intermittent mode, Dose mode, Program mode, TPN mode, Shift mode
6800 mAh Lithium battery
CNME0105IH01
3.2inch brightness LCD
Rate range 0.1-1200 ml/h
Accuracy ±5%.
2 modes(time,volume mode).
History records;Lithium battery
CNME0105C-I2
4.3 inch color touch screen
Rate range 0.1-1500ml/h
Accuracy ±5%
Modes: Flow rate & volume mode, Flow rate & time mode, Flow rate mode d/min,Drip& volume mode, Drip& time mode, Drip mode
ICU Infusion Workstations
ICUs require an intelligent, efficient, and safe digital infusion information system that provides the following functionalities:
- 1.Time Efficiency
- 2.Organized Space
- 3.Data Collection
- 4.Continuous Data Monitoring
- 5.Error Prevention and Interception
- 6.Remote Monitoring
- 7.Paperless Shift Handover
- 8.Digitalized Infusion Management
Functions of Infusion Pumps
- Ensures accurate dosing of medications, IV fluids, and nutrients.
- Prevents over-infusion or under-infusion, reducing medication errors.
- Allows medical staff to set specific flow rates (mL/hour) based on patient needs.
- Supports both continuous infusion and intermittent dosing.
- Some models can administer multiple medications simultaneously, preventing drug interactions.
- Used for chemotherapy, pain management, and anesthesia.
- Smart infusion pumps can be pre-programmed for accurate and safe drug administration.
- Reduces the need for manual adjustments by healthcare professionals.
- Equipped with alerts for occlusion (blockage), air bubbles, low battery, and incorrect settings.
- Helps prevent complications like overdosing or infusion interruption.
- Administers IV fluids, blood transfusions, chemotherapy drugs, insulin, and anesthetics.
- Essential in critical care, pediatrics, and long-term treatments.
- Portable infusion pumps allow home care patients to receive medication while moving.
- Used in palliative care, diabetes management (insulin pumps), and ambulatory treatments.
- Used for total parenteral nutrition (TPN) in patients unable to eat.
- Delivers pain medications (PCA pumps) for patient-controlled analgesia.
Departments Where Infusion Pumps Are Used
Infusion pumps are commonly utilized in the following medical departments
