Oxygen key question

[igeekedyou]

Does anyone know what the size of the hole is on an oxygen key. I'm trying to make my own but can't find the size.

 

[Medic Tim]

No idea. Why do you want to make one? Do they no supply them where you work?

 

[igeekedyou]

They do but a couple times i was on the rig I couldn't find one, and I got this blunt nose pocket knife and figured why not just machine a key hole into it. Just in case, I like being prepared

 

[Handsome Robb]

You could trace the outline of the peg onto your knife. Just a thought. Wonder what it'll do to the structural integrity of the knife though. Doubt it'd be a big deal but who knows

You could always grab one from the supply room and carry it in your pocket. I used to carry one in my pocket but now it hangs out in my airway bag and there's one hidden in the spare tank holder in my ambulance that only I know about.

 

[Thricenotrice]

Just grab a leatherman-type combo knife and use the pliers in a pinch (get it?)

 

[DrParasite]

http://www.amazon.com/Oxygen-Key-Wrench-Plastic/dp/B0046UOQGO

http://www.thebuffshop.com/pc-1472-297-oxygen-tank-accessories.aspx

for under $5, it's easier to buy one than to make one.

 

[igeekedyou]

Thanks for the suggestions, I have a drill press and everything to do it. I just wanted to get it done before work in a couple days. Thought it was a cool idea. And I have the perfect spot for it on my knife to where it won't mess with the strength of the knife. I guess I'll wait until I go into work next.

 

[mycrofft]

Do you fix your own defibrillator too?

Ever notice that O2 wrenches are nonsparking materials like aluminum, brass or plastic?

 

[NYMedic828]

Thanks for the suggestions, I have a drill press and everything to do it. I just wanted to get it done before work in a couple days. Thought it was a cool idea. And I have the perfect spot for it on my knife to where it won't mess with the strength of the knife. I guess I'll wait until I go into work next.

You have a rectangular drill bit?

That sir is impressive.

 

[igeekedyou]

Hardy har har, dang last time I try something fun hahaha jk if I can I'll post picks whenever I get it done

 

[Steveb]

Just grab a leatherman-type combo knife and use the pliers in a pinch (get it?)

+1 just get a cheap one online,

 

[Metro EMS News]

If you happen to use a Ford Type 2 ambulance, there is a trick to using the rear door brackets which have a small cut out - niched just like the O2 bottle. You can insert the top of the O2 bottle in the niche and open/close the bottle. Hey, it came in handy a couple of times when finding a key in the dark was the more difficult option.

 

[Outbac1]

Why don't you just tie the wrench to the regulator. Problem solved.

 

[Milla3P]

Why don't you just tie the wrench to the regulator. Problem solved.

Every truck I've ever worked in. Usually tied with a NC.

 

[DesertMedic66]

I just make sure to only have these type of tanks on my ambulance.

Plus each ambulance here has an O2 wrench or two in our response bag. And 3-4 wrenches hanging on a hook at the back of the ambulance.

 

[NYMedic828]

Side note, real men use their teeth.

 

[Michael]

Side note, real men use their teeth.

This is a joke! I treated a medic who didn't know better when someone told him this. Quite a bit of bleeding, and two chipped teeth.

 

[NYMedic828]

This is a joke! I treated a medic who didn't know better when someone told him this. Quite a bit of bleeding, and two chipped teeth.

Gotta appreciate our educational standards that a guy that dumb would make it through...

 

[MrJones]

I just make sure to only have these type of tanks on my ambulance.

My service uses these. No wrench required