Resmed 6ft SlimLine 15mm CPAP Hose with free Tubing Elbow
ResMed SlimLine CPAP Tubing 15 mm 1.83 m with Air10 Tubing Elbow, REF 36810 and 37394
SlimLine tubing is ResMed's narrow bore hose, 15 mm rather than the standard 19 mm, and it exists to solve one specific problem: tube drag. A standard hose is heavy enough that when the wearer turns over, its weight pulls on the mask, breaks the seal and produces a leak that wakes them. SlimLine is lighter, thinner and far more flexible, so the tube follows the head instead of anchoring it. This pack pairs the 1.83 m SlimLine tube with the Air10 tubing elbow, the adapter that connects a non-heated tube to the machine at a right angle. On an Air10 machine that elbow is not optional if the standard or slimline hose is being used in place of a heated tube, and it is the part most often missing when someone switches back from heated tubing.
What is included
| Item | Detail | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| SlimLine tubing | One 1.83 m non-heated tube, 15 mm internal diameter, smart-fit cuff, REF 36810 | NEW |
| Air10 tubing elbow | One right angle tubing elbow for the machine air outlet, REF 37394 | NEW |
What is not included
| Item | Detail | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy machine | CPAP or bi-level machine | SOLD SEPARATELY |
| Mask and headgear | Any interface | SOLD SEPARATELY |
| Heated tubing | Heated tubes for machines running climate control | SOLD SEPARATELY |
| Tubing wrap | Insulating wrap sized for 15 mm tubing | SOLD SEPARATELY |
| Machine filters | Air inlet filters | SOLD SEPARATELY |
Set the tube type on the machine
Machines compensate for the resistance of the tube fitted, and a 15 mm tube behaves differently from a 19 mm one. After changing hose type, set the tube option on the machine to SlimLine so the pressure delivered at the mask is correct. Leaving the machine set for a standard tube while running SlimLine means the therapy is not being delivered as prescribed. The setting is in the device options menu, and the service responsible for the individual's care can confirm it.
What the elbow is for
The Air10 tubing elbow connects a non-heated standard or slim tube to the machine at a right angle. Two things follow. The tube leaves the machine downward rather than straight out, which takes the strain off the connection and stops the hose being levered against the outlet every time the wearer moves. It also routes the hose toward the bed more naturally, so it is not forced into a bend the moment it leaves the device. The elbow ships as standard with AirSense 10 and AirCurve 10 devices, and it is also compatible with most machines from other manufacturers, so it is the item worth having when the original has been mislaid.
SlimLine against standard tubing
The narrower bore is the whole point, and it is a trade rather than a straight upgrade.
What is gained. Considerably less weight and bulk, and far more flexibility. Less mass hanging off the mask means fewer seal breaks when the wearer turns, which matters most for lightweight interfaces such as nasal pillows where a small pull is enough to unseat the cushion. It also packs smaller, which makes it the practical choice for travel with a full size machine.
What is traded. A narrower tube has higher resistance, which is why the machine setting has to match. Some wearers also find a thin hose rustles more against bedding than a heavier one.
What has not changed. Neither tube is heated. If rainout is the problem, meaning condensation in the hose and water reaching the mask, a heated tube is the answer rather than a change of bore.
Key features
Specification
| Manufacturer | ResMed |
| Products | SlimLine tubing and Air10 tubing elbow |
| References | 36810 tubing, 37394 elbow |
| Tube length | 1.83 m |
| Tube internal diameter | 15 mm |
| Tube type | Non-heated |
| Cuff | Smart-fit |
| Tube fits | S9 series, Air10 series including AirSense 10 and AirCurve 10, and AirSense 11 |
| Elbow function | Connects non-heated standard or slim tubing to the machine at a right angle |
| Elbow fits | AirSense 10 and AirCurve 10, and most machines from other manufacturers |
| Machine setting | Set the tube option to SlimLine after fitting |
| Does not fit | AirMini travel machines |
| Reuse | Reusable, single patient use |
| Condition | New |
Safe use
- Do not use a tube with a split, a hole, a permanent kink or a crushed section. Any of these changes the pressure reaching the mask, and the machine cannot correct for a leak it does not detect.
- Confirm the machine tube setting matches the hose fitted before the first night.
- Do not run the tube under bedding, a mattress or a pillow, where it can be crushed or trap heat.
- Do not cut the tube, join lengths together or extend it beyond the length supplied.
- Tubing is a single patient item and should not be transferred between users.
- Allow the tube to dry fully before use after cleaning.
Care and renewal
| Action | Detail | Interval |
|---|---|---|
| Wash | Wash in warm water with a mild detergent, working the water through the full length | Weekly |
| Rinse and dry | Rinse thoroughly and hang to dry away from direct sunlight, which degrades the material | Weekly |
| Inspect | Check the full length for splits, holes, permanent kinks and clouding, and check both cuffs still grip | Weekly |
| Elbow | Wash with the tube, inspect the seal face and confirm it seats firmly on the machine outlet | Weekly |
| Position | Route the tube so it is not trapped, pinched or run under bedding overnight | Each night |
| Renew | Fit a fresh tube at the interval set by the service responsible for care, or sooner if damage or persistent cloudiness appears | Typically every three to six months |
The above is general guidance for a single user. The instructions supplied with the machine and with the tube take precedence. Do not use a dishwasher, washing machine, bleach, alcohol-based cleaners or scented oils on CPAP tubing.
