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Respironics Amara View FFM vs Resmed F20 Airtouch
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Respironics Amara View FFM vs Resmed F20 Airtouch
I used the Resmed FFM since July. For a FFM, I must say it is quite comfortable and easy to use with the magnetic clasp. Leaks rate averaged between 12-30. Thought it was good and reordered the memory foam part because after just using wipes to clean for 3-4 months, I detected an unpleasant odor from the memory foam. 

At the same time, I also ordered the Amara View to try out and started to use it early this week. Initially, I had problem putting back the mask... it wasn't easy attaching back the clips in the dark. Got used to it after a couple of days. Amazing thing is that leak rate only averages around 7 and I can easily wash and clean without worry about the smell. It is also quite comfortable. So I don't think I will go back to the F20 any more.

Just thought I will share.....  Big Grin
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RE: Respironics Amara View FFM vs Resmed F20 Airtouch
seeing you have the f20, you can order a silicon cushion for it and then see which one is better for you.
mask fit http://www.apneaboard.com/wiki/index.php...ask_Primer
For auto-cpap, from machine data or software. You can set the min pressure 1 or 2cm below 95%. Or clinicians commonly use the maximum or 95% pressure for fixed pressure CPAP, this can also be used for min pressure.
https://aasm.org/resources/practiceparam...rating.pdf
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RE: Respironics Amara View FFM vs Resmed F20 Airtouch
Actislly, I bought the airfit first. Used it for a day and gave up.  The silicon cushion is quite uncomfortable compared to the amara gel cushion. The silicon smell also turns me off. Quite leaky for me too.
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RE: Respironics Amara View FFM vs Resmed F20 Airtouch
masks are so personal, what's good for one is a pig for another
I found the f20 had to be broken in, it was hard and actually felt narrow. It took a few nights/a week. (if it's a medium, I'll give you my address to post Smile j/k)
I have a philips gel and skirt when I first started, I can't get the skirt to seal properly and as an aside and not a fault, I needed more min pressure because the gel made the dead air volume larger.
mask fit http://www.apneaboard.com/wiki/index.php...ask_Primer
For auto-cpap, from machine data or software. You can set the min pressure 1 or 2cm below 95%. Or clinicians commonly use the maximum or 95% pressure for fixed pressure CPAP, this can also be used for min pressure.
https://aasm.org/resources/practiceparam...rating.pdf
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RE: Respironics Amara View FFM vs Resmed F20 Airtouch
That's true... that's why I have 5 masks in 5 months in my CPAP journey lol.... Dielaughing
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