Thwe Elan looks like very good news - but not excellent news! It isn't the full face mask we were hoping for.
OK - whinge over.
These questions are from a SleepWeaver inexperienced person.
The first thing that I'd like to know about is the strength of the cushion material and its ability to resist tearing at the ends of the cuts made in it for attaching the headgear - that is eight places of maximum stress and minimum resistance. Is it the same arrangement in the Advanced masks and did the ends of the cuts resist tearing?
Second question refers back to a scheme James ran whereby serious contenders could try the Advanced mask on a sale or return basis. Will Intus offer a similar deal on the Elan? I ask because I'm a mouth breather and I'm a mouth breather because ccurrently I have a hard plastic case over the bridge of my nose, whereas many folk say that they thought they were mouth breathers until they tried the Advanced or nasal pillows. I'd like to find out if I can use the Elan before committing to whatever it costs.
The changes made in the Elan from the Advanced make this mask a possibility for me.
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SleepWeaver Elan
Morning all!
Here's a new thread dedicated to the brand new SleepWeaver Elan Nasal CPAP Mask. As most are familiar with the SleepWeaver Advance, here's a quick summary of how it differs:
- Shorter, wider shapes uses the cheeks for stability
- 90 degree elbow for side/overhead tube exiting
- Two cushion sizes, regular and large
- Feather Weight Tube included as standard
- Swivel uses screw & washer attachment (no tape)
SleepWeaver Elan YouTube video (click "I Agree" below to view in thread)
The SleepWeaver Elan is primarily aimed at active sleepers, ie those who change position often.
You can read more about the SleepWeaver Elan here. If you were interested in ordering one then send me a PM, and I can send you a 10% discount code valid until the end of June.
This thread is primarily to discuss the pros and cons of the Elan, and to ask any questions you have about it. Given how much discussion the Advance generated we're hoping the Elan will have a similar level of interest!
Just a quick note - the Elan is not replacing the SleepWeaver Advance, so fear not Advance fans! The Elan is more aimed towards active sleepers and also gives those who like the idea of a cloth mask but were unable to get the Advance to work for them a second option.
Fire away!
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