Description
The Doran DS1150 Mechanical Height Rod is the heavy gauge aluminum version of the Doran sliding height rod. Precision engineering in aluminum and ABS delivers accurate readings for years of daily clinic use. It is also the rod Doran fits to its handrail scales, so the DS1150 brings that same measurement to other stations.
- Heavy Gauge Aluminum – The metal rod resists the flex and wear that age plastic rods in busy rooms.
- Flip-Up Measurement Arm – The arm flips up out of the way, then slides down to the head for the reading.
- 24 to 82 in Range – Child through tall adult stature measures on one rod with 1/16 in graduations.
- Handrail Scale Standard – Doran pairs this rod with the DS7060-HR and DS7100-HR, which confirms its clinical grade.
The Aluminum Rod Doran Fits to Its Own Scales
The DS1150 rod runs 59 in long with an 11 in by 8 in measurement arm, matching the dimensions of the DS1100 in a metal build. The height shows in a large window just below the arm after it slides into position on the patient head. Aluminum construction keeps the slide action true over years of up and down travel. Practices can mount the rod at an existing scale to complete height, weight, and BMI capture at one stop. For rooms that measure all day, the metal rod is the long-service choice in the Doran rod line.
Features and Benefits
Measurement
- Slide and Read Action – The arm slides into position and the window displays the height for direct charting.
- Dual Graduations – 1/16 in and 1 mm graduations serve imperial and metric records.
Build
- Aluminum and ABS – Heavy gauge aluminum forms the rod with ABS components, built for years of service.
- Flip-Up Arm – The measurement arm flips up when idle, which keeps the station clear between patients.
Product Specifications
Measurement
- Height Rod Measuring Range: 24 to 82 in (60 to 210 cm)
- Graduations: 1/16 in (1 mm)
Dimensions and Construction
- Height Rod Dimensions: 59 in L x 3 in W x 1 in H
- Measurement Arm: 11 in L x 8 in W x 3.5 in H
- Construction: Aluminum and ABS plastic
- Warranty: Two Years
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Why Choose the Aluminum DS1150
Height rods are cheap until the slide wears and readings drift, and then every BMI in the chart carries the error. The DS1150 builds the rod in heavy gauge aluminum for long accuracy, backed by a two year warranty.
- Long Service Accuracy – The metal rod holds its slide geometry, which keeps readings true for years.
- Two Year Warranty – Doran covers the DS1150 for two years of clinical use.
- Proven Pairing – The same rod serves on Doran handrail scales, which validates it for daily clinical volume.
Manuals and Troubleshooting Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
What heights does the DS1150 measure?
The rod measures from 24 in to 82 in (60 to 210 cm) in 1/16 in and 1 mm graduations.
How is it different from the DS1100?
The DS1150 is built of heavy gauge aluminum and ABS, while the DS1100 is ABS plastic. Both share the same measuring range and dimensions.
How is the height read?
Flip the measurement arm up, slide it into position on the patient head, and read the height in the large window below the arm.
Which scales use this rod?
Doran fits the DS1150 as the height rod on handrail scale models such as the DS7060-HR and DS7100-HR configurations.
How long is the warranty?
Doran covers the DS1150 with a two year warranty.
