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Has anyone found a way to regulate oxygen remotely? How do you change from 10 L to 4L without having to walk back to the concentrator?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Milwaukee, WI
June 28
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You can use a valve like this one.
https://www.softhose.com/online-store/Remote-Co...
If the ones they have will not work for you, you can ask them if they can make a special one for you if need be.

Remote Control Flow Valve
Remote Control Flow Valve
https://www.softhose.com/online-store/Remote-Control-Flow-Valve-p190890009
June 28
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Here is a solution that we are testing. It looks like the same regulator that is on the concentrator. It seems to be working well for us. We had the company that provides oxygen come to the house to test the # of Liters of output and to get the ok to use it. We use a simple wire hook to attach it to the walker. Connections had to be enlarged/modified to fit the regulator nubs (they are 5/16 not 1/4 like everything else) So far so good. see picture

July 10
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thanks John!

July 10
MyCOPDTeam

That's a really practical question — and honestly, a 10L to 4L adjustment is a big swing, so it makes sense to want an easier solution!

Some MyCOPDTeam members have found creative workarounds. One member mentioned positioning their oxygen tanks close by during activities (like dental appointments) so adjustments could be Show Full Answer

That's a really practical question — and honestly, a 10L to 4L adjustment is a big swing, so it makes sense to want an easier solution!

Some MyCOPDTeam members have found creative workarounds. One member mentioned positioning their oxygen tanks close by during activities (like dental appointments) so adjustments could be made without moving far. That same principle can apply at home — keeping the concentrator within arm's reach of where you spend most of your time.

Here are a few options worth exploring:

- Extension tubing — Longer oxygen tubing can give more range of movement so the concentrator doesn't need to be right next to you, but you can still reach it more easily
- Portable concentrators — Smaller, battery-powered units can be kept closer to you, making adjustments easier
- Smart/connected concentrators — Some newer models offer app-based controls via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi; it's worth asking your oxygen supplier if this is available for your equipment
- Pulse dose vs. continuous flow settings — Some devices automatically adjust delivery based on your breathing, which may reduce the need for manual changes

Speaking with your oxygen supplier or pulmonologist about your specific needs is a great next step — they may know of equipment options that make this much easier for you.

June 28

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