Our range of adult AED pads provide the essential protection for adults in life-threatening cardiac situations.
At Martek Lifecare, we stock a range of adult AED pads to suit the entire collection of Lifeline devices, including AUTO, AED, VIEW and ECG. We also stock special multi-use training pads, which look and feel just like functional defibrillator pads, offering a realistic demonstration experience.
Our adult AED pads offer a number of benefits that make them essential for patient resuscitation. These include:
Easy to apply and remove – with both self-adhesive patches and hook & loop straps, our adult AED pads are simple and quick to use in the event of an emergency.
Highly visible – our adult AED pads are designed with large, clear markings that make it easy to identify the correct placement on an adult’s chest.
Durable and long lasting – constructed from tear-resistant material, our AED pads offer superior durability while remaining flexible enough to contour easily to a patient’s body.
Long Lifespan – Our AED pads are designed to last up to two years, ensuring that they’re always ready for use in an emergency situation. Our adult AED pads are rigorously tested and certified for accuracy and safety, so you can be sure that you’re providing the best possible protection for your patients.
Below are some of our most commonly asked questions regarding our Adult AED Pads. Don’t see what you’re looking for? Contact our expert team for free, friendly advice.
Our adult AED pads are designed for use on patients over the age of 8 years old although they can be used on children where there are no alternatives available – but for the best possible outcome, special pads for patients under the age of eight or 25kgs in weight should be used in the event of SCA in a child or infant.
Adult AED pads should be placed on the bare chest of the patient and connected securely using the adhesive tabs. It is important to remove any jewellery, clothes or other objects from their chest before attaching the AED pads.
Adult AED pads should be stored connected to the defibrillator itself, ensuring it is always rescue-ready. Any spares should be safely packed with the defibrillator, ideally in its carry case, with dedicated
No – The AED pads have been designed for a Defibtech defibrillator and should not be used with other AED devices. Likewise, it’s important to ensure that you purchase genuine Defibtech accessories for your defibrillator.
You should find device compatibility details listed on each product – but if you’re unsure which pads to choose, our friendly team will be on hand to help you.
Adult AED pads come in pairs – so it’s important to check that each pack is complete. We recommend keeping one set of pads connected to the AED to ensure it is rescue-ready in case of an SCA, with two packs safely stored in the AED’s carry case as backup.
Electrode pads generally have a shelf-life of two years – the ‘use by’ is usually listed clearly on the packet itself and should be checked and noted when purchasing. Pads must only be used once and should be discarded following each use. For this reason, we recommend keeping a couple of spare packs of pads on hand at all times, just in case.
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