All Defibrillators
Our full range of AEDs are sourced from the worlds leading manufacturers and offer a variety of unique features with options available to suit every environment, application and budget.
All our defibrillator units are supplied ready to use with fully charged batteries and at least one set of defibrillator pads.
From £780.00 inc VAT
Fully Automatic Defibrillators
Fully automatic defibs can be used by any competent person and have voice prompts and visual instructions to make them easy to use.
Semi-Automatic Defibrillators
Semi-automatic defib units have a manual shock button for use by the responder. Ideal for use by trained personnel.
Training Defibrillators
Our range of defibrillator trainer units are ideal to enable prospective responders to experience practical training of using a defibrillator.
Defibrillators by Brand
We have put together a range of defibrillators and organised them by manufacturer to make finding what you need as easy as possible.
Defibrillators by Location
We have put together a range of defibrillators and organised them by the most common applications and locations they are suited to.
What is a defibrillator?
A defibrillator (also known as a defib or an AED) is a medical device designed to treat patients with life threatening arrhythmias or when in cardiac arrest. If normal heart rhythm stops due to cardiac arrest, also known as sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), a defibrillator may help it start beating again in its normal rhythm. A sudden cardiac arrest is fatal unless treated right away with CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and a defibrillator.
AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) analyse the patient’s heart rhythm, and will advise if a shock is required, an AED will not shock a patient if it is not required.
A fully automatic defibrillator is ideal for use by untrained individuals and the general public. It delivers the shock to the heart automatically without any need for intervention.
A semi-automatic defibrillator requires input from the user and is therefore better suited to someone who has had training. It calculates when the shock needs to be delivered and will prompt the user to press a button to administer it.
How does a defibrillator work?
Defibrillators are designed to administer an electrical charge (or shock) to a patient to stabilise the rhythm of their heart. An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) when first switched on, instructs the rescuer either via audio or visual cues (or both) depending on the model to place the pads on the patient. It then analyses whether the patient requires defibrillation by monitoring the hearts rhythm, it will then advise whether a shock is required or not.
Who is responsible for the maintenance of an AED?
There is no legal obligation for a defibrillator to be regularly serviced. Many defibrillators carry out automatic self tests on a daily, weekly and monthly basis and have a visual indicator if there is a problem with the unit. Defibrillator batteries and electrode pads have a stand-by lifespan, and it is the Responsible Persons or Health and Safety Manager's responsibility to ensure that these components are replaced before the time scale is exceeded, and that the battery remains fully charged (if rechargeable) ready for an emergency. A defibrillator does not have a set lifespan. As long as the battery and electrode pads are replaced when needed, the defibrillator will continue working past its warranty period.