Look & Feel
The AirCurve 10 ASV Machine has a sleek, metallic look with a built-in humidifier and transparent water chamber. It features a front-facing display with light sensors that automatically adjust screen brightness.
Ideal For
- People who have been prescribed ASV therapy by their doctor
- Those who have been diagnosed with CSA or a form of periodic breathing, such as Cheyne-Stokes respirations
- Individuals with mixed sleep apnea, which is a combination of CSA and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
Who Should Keep Looking
- People diagnosed with OSA who haven’t tried other forms of PAP therapy
- Individuals with a certain form of heart failure
- Those seeking an ASV machine without an integrated humidifier
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Price
$4,500
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Dimensions
10″ x 5.9″ x 4.6″
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Noise Rating
27 dBA
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Weight
2.75 lbs.
ResMed is one of the leading manufacturers of positive airway pressure (PAP) machines used to treat sleep apnea and other breathing disorders. The AirCurve 10 ASV Machine is among the company’s most advanced devices, featuring proprietary algorithms designed to treat sleep disorders such as central sleep apnea (CSA) and Cheyne-Stokes respirations.
The AirCurve 10 ASV is an adaptive servo-ventilation machine. This type of PAP device is designed to adapt to the user’s inhalation and exhalation patterns, with a backup respiratory rate that forces ventilation if the machine detects breathing resistance that exceeds a set level.
We’ll explore the features of the AirCurve 10 ASV, which includes an integrated heated humidifier with customizable settings. We’ll also examine how this machine compares with other models in ResMed’s AirCurve 10 series.
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Shop NowOther Models in the AirCurve 10 Series
- AirCurve 10 S: The AirCurve 10 S is a bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) machine that releases air at two fixed pressures, one for breathing in and one for breathing out. The AirCurve 10 S may be prescribed for people with OSA who found continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy to be ineffective or intolerable.
- AirCurve 10 VAuto: The AirCurve 10 VAuto is an auto-adjusting BiPAP device that detects changes in breathing patterns and automatically calculates the amount of pressure needed to keep the airway open.
- AirCurve 10 ST: The AirCurve 10 ST is a BiPAP device similar to the AirCurve 10 S, but it also offers a timed backup rate that provides supplemental airflow if it detects that the user’s rate of breathing has fallen below a set parameter.
- AirCurve 10 ST-A: The AirCurve 10 ST-A includes ResMed’s intelligent volume-assured pressure support (iVAPS), an adaptive algorithm designed to treat conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), obesity hypoventilation syndrome, and neuromuscular disease.
What You Need to Know About the ResMed AirCurve 10 ASV Machine
The ResMed AirCurve 10 ASV uses adaptive servo-ventilation to detect changes in respiration from one breath to another. Using 13 data points, the device maps breathing patterns and uses that data to predict and respond to the sleeper’s respiratory needs.
ASV was developed as a treatment for Cheyne-Stokes respirations, an abnormal breathing pattern characterized by alternating periods of hyperventilation and shallow or halted breathing. It’s also a common treatment option for central sleep apnea (CSA), a condition in which a person briefly stops breathing or breathes shallowly during sleep due to the brain failing to send signals to the muscles that control breathing.
Other conditions treated with ASV machines include mixed sleep apnea, which involves both central and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) episodes, and treatment-emergent central sleep apnea. The latter condition, formerly called complex sleep apnea, is a form of CSA that emerges in some people who have previously been prescribed a different form of PAP therapy to treat OSA.
However, ASV therapy is not recommended for people with CSA who also have chronic heart failure with a reduced left ventricular ejection fraction of less than or equal to 45%, due to an increased risk of a fatal cardiac event.
What Comes With It
While a mask must be purchased separately, the AirCurve 10 ASV comes equipped with essential components like tubing and a power supply unit. Purchases also include a travel bag.
PAP Type: ASV
Components
- AirCurve 10 ASV device
- Integrated humidifier
- Water chamber
- Tubing
- Power supply unit
- Travel bag
Features You Might Like
Like other devices in ResMed’s AirCurve product line, the AirCurve 10 ASV offers a ramp feature, which allows you to program the amount of time it takes the machine to transition from lower startup pressure levels to your prescribed settings. The ramp is customizable from 5 to 45 minutes.
This machine also has integrated humidification with eight humidity levels. A higher level of moisture is potentially useful if you tend to get a dry nose or mouth when using a PAP device.
A mask fit feature enables you to check your face mask for any air leaks before use. The device also has an alert feature that beeps if too much air escapes the mask or if the mask is accidentally removed during sleep.
Unique to ResMed is the proprietary Easy-Breathe waveform feature that mimics the rhythm of your breathing to deliver more natural-feeling pressure on a breath-by-breath basis.
Size and Cost of This Machine
The AirCurve 10 ASV unit weighs just under 3 pounds, including the built-in humidifier. It measures approximately 10 inches across, just under 6 inches deep, and about 4.6 inches tall. At this size, it's a reasonable choice for both home use on a bedside table or for travel purposes.
This unit is one of ResMed’s most expensive models, though in general ASV machines tend to be among the priciest PAP devices due to their advanced features.
Dimensions: 10″ x 5.9″ x 4.6″
Weight: 2.75 lbs.
Noise Rating: 27 dBA
Price: $4,500
How the ResMed AirCurve 10 ASV Performs
This device is compatible with standard CPAP tubing that uses a 22-millimeter cuff connector. For people who wish to use a heated hose, ResMed offers ClimateLineAir tubing that’s compatible with the machine’s air temperature and humidity controls.
The machine’s ASV modes have a pressure range of 4 to 25 centimeters of water pressure (cm H2O), which is standard for this type of device. It can also operate in fixed-rate CPAP mode between 4 and 20 cm H2O.
People who use ClimateLineAir heated tubing can adjust the hose temperature between 60 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit. Users can choose from eight humidity levels or humidification can be turned off completely.
ResMed provides cleaning instructions and a maintenance schedule, which includes monthly air filter changes. The company recommends replacing the tubing every three months and the water chamber every six months. Refer to your mask manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning and replacement schedules. In general, PAP accessories should be regularly washed with warm water and mild soap.
Although not as compact as a travel CPAP machine, the AirCurve 10 ASV weighs less than 3 pounds and comes with a convenient travel bag to hold the device and its accessories. It is approved by the Federal Aviation Administration for in-flight use.
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Shop NowWhat Do Customers Have to Say About the ResMed AirCurve 10 ASV?
Overall, reviews of the AirCurve 10 ASV are exceptionally positive. Most reviewers have been pleased with the unit’s ease of use and performance. Many mention how they feel more comfortable using this device compared with previous PAP machines they've owned. However, some owners have noted that they wish the humidifier tank were larger.
Trial, Warranty, and Shipping Policies
| Availability | Like all PAP machines, the ResMed AirCurve 10 ASV requires a prescription before it can be purchased from a licensed seller. It is available from various online and brick-and-mortar CPAP retailers. |
| Shipping | Shipping times and costs vary based on the retailer. Sleep Doctor offers free shipping within the contiguous U.S. for all PAP machines. |
| Returns | Like shipping terms, return policies vary by retailer. Sleep Doctor allows returns of unopened machines within 60 days of delivery. Customers are responsible for return shipping costs. |
| Warranty | ResMed offers a two-year limited warranty for all PAP devices, including the AirCurve 10 ASV. ResMed hoses, including heated tubing, have a 90-day warranty period. Warranties are not transferable and are valid only in the event of defects in materials or workmanship that appear during normal use. |
Medical Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a health care provider prior to starting a new treatment or making changes to your treatment plan.
