Unlike conventional insufflators that feature unidirectional flow and cyclical inflation and pressure sensing functions, the AirSeal® iFS features a filtered circulatory flow design which not only enables simultaneous insufflation and pressure sensing but provides continuous smoke evacuation as well. The result is a remarkably stable and exceptionally clear laparoscopic/robotic working environment.

The software driven AirSeal® iFS features a large touchscreen display that enables the OR team to monitor key readouts including flow rate, intraabdominal pressure, and gas supply level. The iFS also provides visual and audible alerts to communicate important messages to the OR team, including low gas level warnings or excessive flow alerts which may indicate an open stopcock, a dislodged trocar, or other significant leak.

The iFS is also capable of operating in 3 different modes, depending on the specific needs of the procedure. For maximum performance, AirSeal Mode is recommended as it provides high flow insufflation, stable pneumoperitoneum (even with aggressive suction) and continuous smoke evacuation throughout the procedure (AirSeal Mode operation requires the use of an AirSeal® Access Port and a Tri-Lumen Filtered Tube Set). In Smoke Evacuation Mode, the AirSeal® iFS can be used with 2 conventional trocars (as long as they have stopcocks) to provide both high flow insufflation and continuous smoke evacuation (Smoke Evacuation Mode requires the use of a Bifurcated Smoke Evac Filtered Tube Set). In Standard Insufflation Mode, the iFS provides high flow insufflation to any conventional trocar (as long as it has a stopcock) and can be used with any standard insufflation tubing set.