Nihon Kohden All Sizes Forehead SpO2 Sensor 1.6m (9-Pin Reusable New)

The Nihon Kohden forehead SpO2 sensor is a reusable reflectance pulse oximetry sensor that measures oxygen saturation (SpO2) and pulse rate from the patient’s forehead. It has a 1.6m cable, a 9-pin connector, suits all patient sizes, and works with patient monitors that use Nihon Kohden SpO2 technology, including the BSM and Life Scope series. It is supplied new with a 12-month warranty.

Key Benefits of This Forehead Pulse Oximeter Sensor

• Alternative measurement site: Forehead placement is useful when a finger site is unavailable, hard to reach or gives a weak signal.
• One sensor for all patient sizes: A single reusable forehead probe reduces the number of size-specific sensors a department needs to stock.
• Reusable design: Built for repeated use between patients when cleaned according to your facility protocol, lowering cost per use.
• Direct connection: The 9-pin plug connects to Nihon Kohden SpO2 inputs with no change to the monitor.
• 12-month warranty: Covered for a full year from purchase.

Features of the Nihon Kohden Reusable Forehead SpO2 Probe

• Flat, low-profile reflectance sensor head for forehead application
• Headband wrap to hold the sensor in position (as pictured)
• 1.6m (approx. 5.2 ft) grey cable
• 9-pin keyed connector for Nihon Kohden SpO2 technology
• Patient size: all sizes

Technical Specifications

Works With These Patient Monitors

This sensor is built to work with Nihon Kohden SpO2 technology.Please confirm your monitor model and SpO2 connector before ordering.

Use Cases

• Operating theatres and recovery: monitoring when hands are tucked, draped or out of reach.
• Intensive care: an alternative site when finger readings are unreliable.
• Emergency and general wards: continuous or spot-check SpO2 monitoring on patients of any size.
• Biomedical departments: a stock sensor for Nihon Kohden BSM and Life Scope monitor fleets.

Application and Care

• Place the sensor flat on clean, dry forehead skin and secure it with the headband so it sits firmly without excessive pressure.
• Check the measurement site regularly and reposition as required by your clinical protocol.
• Wipe the sensor and cable with an approved disinfectant between patients. Do not immerse, autoclave or soak the sensor.
• Inspect the cable and connector for damage before each use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Nihon Kohden forehead SpO2 sensor used for?

It measures oxygen saturation (SpO2) and pulse rate from the forehead on monitors that use Nihon Kohden SpO2 technology.

Which monitors does this forehead SpO2 sensor work with?

It works with Nihon Kohden BSM and Life Scope series monitors, including BSM-2301, BSM-2351, BSM-3500, BSM-4100, BSM-5100, BSM-6000 series and BSM-9510, plus Hamilton G5 and S1.

How long is the cable?

The cable is 1.6 metres long, approximately 5.2 feet.

What connector does the sensor have?

It has a 9-pin connector for Nihon Kohden SpO2 inputs.

Is this sensor reusable?

Yes. It is a reusable sensor that can be cleaned and disinfected between patients according to your facility protocol.

What patient sizes can it be used on?

It is an all-sizes sensor, so one sensor covers the full patient range.

What warranty is included?

The sensor is supplied new with a 12-month warranty.

Related SpO2 Sensors

Need a different site or style?

See the Nihon Kohden TL-220T Multi-Y SpO2 Sensor 1.6m, the Nihon Kohden TL-201T Adult Hard Shell SpO2 Sensor 1.6m and the Nihon Kohden Neonate Wrap SpO2 Sensor 1.6m. For other monitor brands, view the Nellcor MAXFAST Forehead SpO2 Sensor 1.0m and the Philips FAST All Sizes Forehead SpO2 Sensor 2.0m.