ASPINA's next-generation blower passed an IEC 60601-1 fire test for oxygen-related applications
Press release
11 Sep. 2026
ASPINA's medical blower currently under development uses flame-retardant materials to support oxygen compatibility in medical devices handling high-concentration oxygen. To help customers address fire safety considerations during product development, ASPINA had the blower evaluated by an independent testing organization.
IEC 60601-1 11.2.2.1 b 4 Fire Test
For the fire test, an ignition source was placed inside the blower; the ignition source was then ignited while the blower was powered on to verify whether the fire spread to the outside. Test results confirmed that the blower met the applicable requirements of IEC 60601-1 subclause 11.2.2.1 b 4.
Supporting safer medical device design in high-concentration oxygen environments
"We are concerned about the fire risk while designing medical devices with high concentration oxygen, such as oxygen concentrators and ventilators."
"We are unsure whether a particular resin is suitable for medical device applications."
"We need to conduct safety reviews and ensure compliance with standards."
ASPINA supports medical device manufacturers in addressing these design and compliance challenges. For more information, please contact us.
*These test results were obtained for specific models and specifications of the ASPINA Next-Generation Blowers that were evaluated. They do not indicate that all models of the ASPINA Next-Generation Blowers will yield equivalent test results.
*This blower is currently under development, and its specifications are subject to change without notice.
