Didn't want to drift the Mini Travel CPAP machine thread.

I've had to quit using the humidifier on my ResMed 10 several years ago because even set at "1" it would run out of water before I finished my sleep. Even had a previous machine that scorched the wood shelf it was on when it ran out of water. (And no, ResMed would not address the defect.)

Never heard of these inline moisture capture discs (HME aka heat moisture exchange) before. I'm using the ResMed 10 along with a Dreamwear nose cushion mask. Wondering just how these HME's would capture my exhaled air. Reviews seem to be mixed.

Is the a particular brand of these discs that are the best? And best place to buy them?
(A quick search finds these to be the cheapest:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/prod...A39KS4IUHASHPZ&psc=1 )

And can they be used with an humidifier tub to extend the water usage?

Appreciate the counsel here. And yes, I have an humidifier machine in my bedroom and use nasal saline gel and spray to fight my nasal passages drying out.

This message has been edited. Last edited by: bald1, April 01, 2025 05:56 PM

I've never use these. Have you tried just using water and not turning on the humidifier heat? That's what I do and the water will last a couple nights and I still get the benefit of moist air preventing my nostrils from drying.

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Originally posted by weiser09:
I've never use these. Have you tried just using water and not turning on the humidifier heat? That's what I do and the water will last a couple nights and I still get the benefit of moist air preventing my nostrils from drying.

I think I did back when but I might try this again. Thanks.

Here are a few things you might try:
If you need the humidity, and you probably do, you could buy a supplemental humidifier like this one: https://www.cpapsupplyusa.com/...TEAQYAyABEgJV4fD_BwE

You could also start using a room humidifier. That might reduce the speed at which your humidifier runs dry.

Isn't it more straightforward to just replace the faulty CPAP machine instead of engineering an alternative?

Mine is set on 5 I think and seldom uses much more than half a tank.

Also, what is your indoor humidity? If that's 15-20% that's a problem to address as well.

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Originally posted by bald1:
[QUOTE]Originally posted by weiser09:
I've never use these. Have you tried just using water and not turning on the humidifier heat? That's what I do and the water will last a couple nights and I still get the benefit of moist air preventing my nostrils from drying.

This is what I do, the water level will last a few days, and here in Fl we have higher levels typically of humidity. The last couple of months though we've had levels in the 30's and noticed I had to refill it more often.

Doubt the machine is defective as much as what you set the heating unit at, anything over 3 and mine drains the water quickly.

They need to make a water chamber that's twice as big so you don't have to refill it all the time.

Edit did find the CSpring Mk3 Water Chamber refill system

Link

Humidity in my bedroom even when using the stand alone room humidifier runs in the 25-27% range.

ResMed humidifier setting at 2 is comfortable but again drains the chamber before I wake up. Setting of 1 doesn't do much.

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ResMed 10

I googlized running out of water with Resmed 10, basically you can run it without the humidify option by turning it off and just keeping water in the tub. (suggested earlier) it does say that improper Mask adjustment will cause excessive water use....

If your ResMed AirSense 10 humidifier runs out of water, it's generally not a cause for concern as the machine will still function normally without humidification; simply ensure the tub is inserted and humidification is turned off in the "My Options" menu.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

No Danger:

The ResMed AirSense 10 will continue to deliver CPAP therapy without humidification if the water chamber is empty, and there's no risk to your health.

Functionality:

The machine will function normally, but without the added benefit of humidified air.

How to Disable Humidification:

If you don't want to use humidification, insert the water chamber (even if empty) and then turn off humidification in the "My Options" menu.

Mask Leaks:

If you're experiencing excessive water consumption, check for mask leaks as they can cause the device to increase airflow, leading to higher water usage.

Other Factors:

Other factors like weather, climate, and device settings can also affect water consumption.

Consult Your Doctor or Supplier:

If you're concerned about excessive water consumption, consult your doctor or medical equipment supplier for advice and to determine if adjustments to your settings or equipment are necessary.

Rainout:

If you're experiencing condensation in the tubing (rainout), consider turning down the humidifier setting, the temperature setting, or using heated tubing.

Heated Tubing:

Heated tubing can help maintain the optimal temperature of the air and prevent condensation.

Climate Control Auto:

Consider using the Climate Control Auto setting, which allows you to set your preferred temperature and automatically delivers 85% relative humidity

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The ResMed AirSense 10 will continue to deliver CPAP therapy without humidification if the water chamber is empty, and there's no risk to your health.

There may be no risk, but it sure as hell will pump an unpleasant smell from the heated empty tank into your mask, and give minor burn marks to the base of tank itself.

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Originally posted by Georgeair:

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The ResMed AirSense 10 will continue to deliver CPAP therapy without humidification if the water chamber is empty, and there's no risk to your health.

There may be no risk, but it sure as hell will pump an unpleasant smell from the heated empty tank into your mask, and give minor burn marks to the base of tank itself.

Yeah that is a problem, they need to figure out how to auto shut off the heater if the tank goes dry....

They have been using a larger device similar to this as part of a ventilator circuit. They have been in use for 25-30 yrs. They were placed so both inspiration and expiration breaths were cycled thru them right before the ET tube.
It would collect exp moisture and then return the moisture during inspiration. It was called an Artificial Nose. They worked great and pretty much did away with heated humidifiers. The heated humidifiers caused too much rain out of moisture in the tubing, and was a possible source of germs.

I had the same issue of going through a water chamber in 2 nights. Set the climate controls to manual. I now keep the humidity level low (2 or 3)and turned off the heated tube option. Now the water chamber can go for about 4 nights before a refill.

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Originally posted by HRK:

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Originally posted by Georgeair:

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The ResMed AirSense 10 will continue to deliver CPAP therapy without humidification if the water chamber is empty, and there's no risk to your health.

There may be no risk, but it sure as hell will pump an unpleasant smell from the heated empty tank into your mask, and give minor burn marks to the base of tank itself.

Yeah that is a problem, they need to figure out how to auto shut off the heater if the tank goes dry....

It is absurd and yes it wakes me up when it happens.

Bald 1, a couple questions if you don't mind.
How many hours do you sleep at night (wearing the cpap awake or asleep)?
Do you tend to snore and "over ride" the cpap?

I use the same model and I have found some nights I snore more then others and that uses the water up quite quickly.
I have sleep on my sides but if I roll over on my back in my sleep the snoring gets out of hand fast.

No snoring. The Oscar software indicates double digits hourly usage daily.

Sleep on back and side.

Again been on CPAP since 1997.