Fisher & Paykel Solo Nasal Mask
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Overview
The Fisher & Paykel Solo Nasal takes the guesswork out of fitting a mask. Its AutoFit headgear stretches over your head and finds its own position, so there are no side straps to tighten, and the soft cushion rests under your nose, leaving the bridge and your view clear.
Night to night, adjusting it is a matter of touch: push the cushion in for a firmer seal or pull it out to ease off. AutoLock then holds that fit as you move, and a single pull releases the headgear when morning comes around again.
Key features:
- Self-fitting headgear: Stretch it on and it settles itself, which helps if you tend to overtighten your mask.
- Simple for beginners: In Fisher & Paykel's trial, 79 of 83 people new to CPAP set the Solo up without help.
- One-touch adjustment: A gentle push or pull on the cushion is all it takes to fine-tune the seal.
- Swap cushion types: The same headgear takes Solo Pillows cushions if you'd like to try nasal pillows later on.
- No magnets: Fisher & Paykel lists the Solo among its masks that contain no magnets at all.
- Licensed in Canada: The Solo is licensed by Health Canada as a Class II medical device, with its licence number in Specifications.
The Solo Nasal suits nose breathers who want the simplest possible fit, whether this is your first mask or you're tired of adjusting straps. If you'd prefer cap-style headgear that handles a higher top pressure, compare it closely with the Evora Nasal.
Note: The Solo Nasal isn't supported on the ResMed AirMini travel machine, which ResMed supports with its AirMini mask packs only.
How it works
Putting it on
Anchor the grey strap behind your head and pull forward to stretch the headgear over your head. Position the cushion under your nose with the orange strap on top of your head, then connect the swivel to your hose and turn your machine on.
To loosen the fit, pull the cushion away from your nose. To tighten it, push the cushion gently toward your nose. If the headgear slips, anchor the grey strap lower at the base of the back of your head, and widen the gap between the two straps for more stability.
Cleaning it
After each use, unclip the headgear from the frame and pull off the cushion, then hand wash the frame, tube, swivel and cushion in soapy lukewarm water. Don't soak them for more than ten minutes. Rinse, check for cracks or tears and leave them to dry somewhere out of direct sunlight.
Wash the headgear thoroughly every seven days, and don't stretch it while it's wet. Avoid alcohol, antiseptic, bleach, chlorine or moisturizers, keep the parts out of the dishwasher and store the mask without bending or twisting it.
Additional information
The F&P Solo Nasal is what Fisher & Paykel calls the world's first AutoFit mask. Its headgear stretches on and holds the cushion with no conventional side straps to undo and pull.
Key features
- AutoFit technology: stretch the headgear over your head, rest the cushion under your nose and touch to adjust. Fisher & Paykel says it reduces overtightening.
- AutoLock: holds the mask in place, responding to sleep movement and therapy pressure, and a single pull releases the headgear.
- Dynamic Support Technology: Fisher & Paykel designed the nasal cushion to allow freedom of movement while staying comfortably in place.
- Minimal contact design: the soft cushion sits under the nose, clear of the nasal bridge.
What's included
- Solo frame with its tube and swivel
- Nasal cushion in your chosen size, or several sizes in the FitPack
- AutoFit headgear
Specifications
- Mask type
- Nasal, cushion sits under the nose
- Cushion
- Silicone nasal cushion
- Cushion sizes
- Small, Medium, Large (Wide made, not stocked)
- Headgear
- AutoFit with AutoLock, one size
- Tube connection
- Tube, frame and swivel as one part
- Pressure range
- 4 to 20 cm H2O
- Sound level
- 23.6 dBA sound pressure
- Magnets
- None (Fisher & Paykel)
- Latex
- No natural rubber latex or DEHP
- Machines
- Most home CPAP machines, 22 mm connection
- AirMini
- Not supported (AirMini mask packs only)
- Health Canada licence
- 110189 (Class II, F&P nasal mask family)
Fisher & Paykel Solo Nasal Mask$161.00Features and fit
Putting it on the first time
The grey and orange straps tell you where everything goes, and setup follows the same short order each time.
- Anchor the grey strap behind your head and stretch the headgear forward over it
- Rest the cushion under your nose with the orange strap on top
- Connect your hose and switch your machine on
- Push the cushion toward your nose to tighten, pull it away to loosen
Keeping it steady overnight
If the headgear slips, anchor the grey strap low at the base of the back of your head. Fisher & Paykel says the wider the gap between the two straps, the more stable it sits.
- One headgear size fits about 95% of people, per Fisher & Paykel
- Long hair can be threaded through the straps
- Soreness on the nose usually means it's too tight, so pull out and touch again
Choosing a cushion size
Fisher & Paykel's printable guide is held up beneath your nose to pick between the sizes. We stock the Small, Medium and Large cushions, plus a FitPack with several sizes to try.
- Print the guide at actual size and check its ruler first
- A mirror or a second pair of hands makes it easier
- The FitPack suits anyone unsure of their size before ordering
Machines and spare parts
The Solo connects to most home CPAP machines through a standard connection, according to Fisher & Paykel. The ResMed AirMini is the one machine it isn't supported on, since ResMed supports it with AirMini mask packs only.
- The same headgear takes Solo Pillows cushions if you want to switch
- The frame, tube and swivel are replaced as one spare part
- Spare cushions and headgear are sold on their own
AutoFit headgear
Stretch it over your head and it settles into place, with no side straps to work out. Fisher & Paykel built it for people who'd rather not fiddle with a fit every night.
Touch to adjust
Fine-tuning takes one hand. A gentle push on the cushion snugs the seal, and a small pull loosens it again, so you're never guessing how tight the straps should be.
AutoLock hold
Once the seal feels right, AutoLock keeps it there as you move and as your pressure changes through the night. A single pull releases it when you're ready to take it off.
Nasal cushion
The soft cushion sits under your nose and keeps the bridge of your nose and your view clear. Fisher & Paykel designed it to stay comfortably in place while you shift in bed.
Common questions
When should I replace the Solo Nasal cushion?
Fisher & Paykel recommends a new cushion every fourteen days, a fresh frame after three months and fresh headgear after six. Replace a part sooner if it leaks, tears or discolours.
Is the Solo Nasal a good first mask?
It's designed with new users in mind. In Fisher & Paykel's trial of people new to CPAP, 79 of 83 set it up themselves without help, across the nasal and pillows versions.
Can I switch to nasal pillows later?
Yes. The Solo headgear takes either the nasal cushion or the Solo Pillows cushion, so you can change cushion type without buying a whole new mask.
Is the Solo Nasal good if masks feel confining?
Fisher & Paykel says it may suit people who want a minimal mask or who feel claustrophobic in bigger ones. Its cushion rests below your nose, and its AutoFit headgear has no conventional side straps to undo. It works best if you breathe freely through your nose.
How does the Solo Nasal compare with the Evora Nasal?
Both sit under your nose. The Solo's stretch headgear sets itself and adjusts with a touch, while the Evora uses cap-style headgear with two straps and handles a higher top pressure.
Do I need a prescription to buy this mask?
No. Masks don't need a prescription, so you can order this one straight away. We only ask for a prescription with CPAP machines and ventilators, before they ship.
Need help?
Between two sizes, or not sure which mask suits you? Call or chat with our team before you order.