BD Alaris 8100

Key Features and Benefits

• Large-Volume Infusion Capability: Designed for continuous or intermittent delivery of fluids, medications, blood products, and more.
  
• Guardrails™ Safety Software: Helps prevent infusion-related errors by using drug libraries and clinician-defined limits.
  
• Modular Configuration: Easily attaches to the Alaris PC Unit, allowing multiple pump modules to be connected in a single, compact tower.
  
• Color Display Screen: Provides clear infusion data, drug name, rate, volume, and alerts for fast clinician assessment.
  
• Event Log and Reporting: Captures usage history and alarms for performance review and safety documentation.
  
• Pressure-Sensing Technology: Monitors line pressure in real time to help detect occlusions and improve patient safety.
  
• Versatile Clinical Use: Supports infusion therapy in medical/surgical, ICU, emergency, oncology, and pediatric settings.
  
• Integrated with EMR Systems: Enables data exchange with hospital information systems for automated documentation.

Specifications

• Model: BD Alaris 8100
  
• Type: Large-volume IV infusion module
  
• Flow Rate Range: 0.1 to 999 mL/h (depending on drug limits)
  
• Bolus Capability: Yes (clinician programmable)
  
• Accuracy: ±5% under standard conditions
  
• Display: LED color screen (module-specific)
  
• Data Port: Connects to Alaris PC Unit
  
• Power Source: Powered via Alaris PC Unit
  
• Dimensions: Approx. 6.9″ H × 2.5″ W × 9″ D
  
• Weight: Approx. 2.6 lbs
  
• Regulatory: FDA-cleared; Guardrails-enabled
  

Clinical Applications

The BD Alaris 8100 is suitable for use in nearly every hospital department:

• Intensive Care Units (ICU): Support the precise delivery of critical medications and titrated drips.
  
• Med/Surg Units: Used for routine infusions such as antibiotics, fluids, and analgesics.
  
• Emergency Departments: Offers quick deployment and reliable infusion control in urgent care settings.
  
• Oncology: Safely administers chemotherapy with drug-specific protocols.
  
• Pediatrics and Neonatal Care: Enables low-volume, high-precision dosing for smaller patients.
  
• Operating Rooms and Post-Anesthesia Recovery: Integrated into perioperative care for anesthetic and recovery support.