Description
The Welch Allyn Halogen HPX Pneumatic Otoscope is a pneumatic otoscope head for ear examination and tympanic membrane mobility testing. It is supplied with five polypropylene specula in sizes 2, 3, 4, 5 and 9 mm, and the power handle is not included.
- Pneumatic Testing – the sealed head and insufflation port support air pressure otoscopy for membrane mobility
- Halogen HPX Lamp – the halogen HPX light source gives bright, white illumination of the ear canal
- Five Specula Included – polypropylene specula in 2, 3, 4, 5 and 9 mm cover pediatric through adult ears
Pneumatic Otoscopy with Sealed Halogen Illumination
A pneumatic otoscope does two jobs in one head, lighting and magnifying the ear canal while sealing it for air pressure testing. Watching the tympanic membrane move under a gentle puff of air is a standard part of assessing middle ear function, and this Welch Allyn head is built for exactly that technique. Its halogen HPX lamp provides the illumination, and the head pairs with the power handles clinics already keep in their diagnostic sets. The included specula cover sizes from 2 mm to 9 mm, so one head serves pediatric and adult patients alike. Because the handle is not included, the head suits facilities adding pneumatic capability to an existing Welch Allyn diagnostic system.
Features and Benefits
Examination
- Pneumatic Capability: The sealed otoscope head supports pneumatic otoscopy through its insufflation port for membrane mobility checks.
- Halogen HPX Illumination: A halogen HPX lamp lights the ear canal for the examination.
- Viewing Lens: The otoscope head provides a clear view of the ear canal and tympanic membrane.
Specula and Fit
- Five Specula Sizes: Polypropylene specula in 2, 3, 4, 5 and 9 mm are included for pediatric and adult ears.
- Handle Fit: The head mounts on Welch Allyn power handles, which are not included.
Product Specifications
Product Details
- Product Line: Halogen pneumatic otoscope head
- Item Number: 20200
- Lamp Type: Halogen HPX
- Specula Included: Five polypropylene specula, sizes 2, 3, 4, 5 and 9 mm
- Specula Set Reference: Reusable ear specula set 22100 per the manufacturer product page
- Handle Requirement: Not included. A Welch Allyn power handle is required
Coverage
- Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year manufacturer warranty from Welch Allyn
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Why Choose the Welch Allyn Halogen HPX Pneumatic Otoscope?
Facilities choose this head when pneumatic testing is part of the standard ear exam rather than an occasional add-on. Because it mounts on the power handles clinics already own, it drops into existing diagnostic sets without new power hardware.
- True Pneumatic Head – built and sealed for mobility testing, not a viewing-only otoscope
- Full Specula Range – five sizes in the box cover the pediatric to adult span
- Genuine Welch Allyn – the manufacturer's own halogen HPX pneumatic otoscope head
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a power handle included?
No. The otoscope head is sold without a handle, and it mounts on Welch Allyn power handles. Clinics typically fit it to a handle already in their diagnostic set.
What can pneumatic otoscopy show?
It shows how the tympanic membrane moves under gentle air pressure. Reduced or absent movement is a standard clinical sign examiners use when assessing middle ear function.
Which specula come with it?
Five polypropylene specula are included in sizes 2, 3, 4, 5 and 9 mm. The range covers smaller pediatric ears through adult canals.
What lamp does the head use?
It uses a halogen HPX lamp powered through the handle. The halogen HPX source is Welch Allyn's standard illumination for this otoscope line.
What warranty applies?
Welch Allyn lists a one year warranty for this otoscope on its catalog page. The coverage is restated in the warranty field of this listing.
