Chamber Comparison

Oxygen Ark 901vsSechrist Industries 3600H

Oxygen Ark

901

Clinical Grade

1.5

ATA

$18K

Starting

1yr

Warranty

Sechrist Industries

3600H

Clinical GradeFDA Cleared

3

ATA

$70K

Starting

1yr

Warranty

The Bottom Line

The Oxygen Ark 901 wins on price and weight, while the Sechrist Industries 3600H takes the edge in max pressure, fda clearance, and clinical credibility. If max pressure matters most, the Sechrist Industries 3600H is the better choice.

Key Differences

Max PressureSechrist Industries 3600H

Oxygen Ark

1.5 ATA

Sechrist Industries

3 ATA

Higher pressure enables more clinical protocols. The Sechrist Industries 3600H reaches 3 ATA, which supports FDA-approved treatment protocols.

PriceOxygen Ark 901

Oxygen Ark

$18,000 - $28,000 (estimated)

Sechrist Industries

$70,000 - $110,000

A significant price gap of ~74%. Consider whether the higher-priced unit's additional features justify the investment for your use case.

FDA ClearanceSechrist Industries 3600H

Oxygen Ark

Not FDA Cleared

Sechrist Industries

FDA Cleared

FDA clearance matters if you need insurance reimbursement, plan to operate a clinical facility, or want the highest safety assurance. For home wellness use, it's less critical.

Clinical CredibilitySechrist Industries 3600H

Oxygen Ark

3/10

Sechrist Industries

9/10

This score reflects published studies, certifications, and clinical adoption. Higher scores indicate stronger evidence backing the manufacturer's claims.

WeightOxygen Ark 901

Oxygen Ark

187 lbs

Sechrist Industries

2,500 lbs

Weight matters for portability and installation. Lighter chambers are easier to move between rooms or take to a second location.

Who Should Buy Which?

Best for

Oxygen Ark 901

Budget clinics needing more space

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Best for

Sechrist Industries 3600H

Hospitals, bariatric patients, patient comfort priority, high-volume programs

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Full Specification Comparison

SpecificationOxygen Ark 901Sechrist Industries 3600H
Chamber TypeHard-Shell MonoplaceHard-Shell Monoplace
Performance TierClinical GradeClinical Grade
Max Pressure1.5 ATA3 ATA
Oxygen Deliverymask/cannula100%-medical-grade
O₂ ConcentrationUp to 95%100% oxygen environment (entire chamber pressurized with O2)
Capacity1-person1-person
Weight187 lbs2,500 lbs
Interior Dimensions36in diameter with hydraulic gurney
Portabilityfixed-installationfixed-installation
FDA ClearedNoYes (#K140559)
CE MarkedYesYes
Made InChinaUnited States
Price$18,000 - $28,000 (estimated)$70,000 - $110,000
Warranty1 year1 year
Clinical Score3/109/10
Brand Established1973
Climate ControlNoYes
Communication SystemNoYes
Emergency FeaturesDual emergency vent system, fire suppression, safety interlocks, hydraulic gurney

Oxygen Ark 901 — Standout Features

Larger hard-shellbudget pricing

Sechrist Industries 3600H — Standout Features

Hydraulic gurney36in wide boredual emergency ventenhanced patient handling

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