Medical

We supply medical cylinders for a wide range of uses, including hospital, dental, veterinary, home care, first responders, portable, aviation, nautical and industrial.

Applications

Homecare

Luxfer’s medical gas cylinders are expertly engineered to deliver safe, reliable, and portable oxygen therapy – ideal for patients in the homecare environment. Crafted from high-strength, lightweight aluminum, our cylinders provide comfort, mobility, and peace of mind for users and caregivers alike.

Hospitals & Clinics

Luxfer’s medical gas cylinders are engineered to meet the high standards and continuous demands of hospitals and clinical environments. Lightweight, robust, and thoroughly quality-checked, our cylinders deliver dependable performance – helping your healthcare teams provide safe, effective care to every patient.

Emergency Services & First Responders

When every second counts, you need equipment you can trust. Luxfer’s medical gas cylinders are purpose-built for the unique challenges faced by the emergency services and first responders. Engineered for rapid deployment, uncompromising safety, and reliable performance, our cylinders help deliver life-saving care in the most critical moments.

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Products

Medical L6X Aluminum Type 1 Cylinders

L6X is our specific formula of 6061-T6 aluminum alloy. It was introduced in 1987 and has been exclusively used by Luxfer since 1988. L6X has become standard in the industry for various applications. Our L6X aluminum alloy has been specifically optimized to improve durability, fracture toughness, corrosion resistance and cylinder weight. Type 1 cylinders are manufactured using aluminum billets, through a cold-extrusion process – providing a seamless, complete cylinder. Type 1 cylinders have a flat base, so they can be free standing without the need for additional support.

Medical L7X Aluminum Type 1 Cylinders

Introduced in 2002, L7X is our higher-strength 7000-series aluminum alloy. L7X represents a significant metallurgical advancement, allowing us to improve cylinder strength, increase filling pressures, provide greater gas capacity and optimize cylinder weight. Type 1 cylinders are manufactured using aluminum billets, through a cold-extrusion process – providing a seamless, complete cylinder. Type 1 cylinders have a flat base, so they can be free standing without the need for additional support.

Medical L7X Aluminum Type 2 Cylinders

Our L7X hoop-wrap cylinders are manufactured with aluminium liners made from Luxfer’s L7X higher-strength alloy that provides not only superior mechanical characteristics, but also significant weight savings. Type 2 cylinders contain the liner of a Type 1 cylinder, which is then wrapped with carbon fiber around the body of the cylinder to provide lighter weight cylinders, without compromising performance. Type 2 cylinders have a flat base, so they can be free standing without the need for additional support.

Medical L6X Carbon Composite Type 3 Cylinders

Type 3 cylinders are manufactured by fully wrapping an aluminum cylinder liner with carbon fiber. This provides extra strength and support for the cylinder, allowing it to be filled to higher pressures. Type 3 cylinders have a rounded base, requiring additional support to stand upright.

Did you know?

We offer a suite of medical oxygen solutions, giving you more choice. Luxfer cylinders are available in a range of sizes and capacities, and there are plenty of customisation options.