Meridian Ultra-Care Excel System | Alternating Pressure Mattress
Meridian Ultra-Care Excel Alternating Pressure Mattress System
Dual-Layer Smart Support & Proactive Surface Management
When users spend long hours in bed balancing a dedicated recovery routine with their daily rhythm, a standard sleeping surface can lead to static fatigue. The Meridian Ultra-Care Excel System (MER-4500) introduces a highly effective dual-layer configuration engineered to actively redistribute surface contact. It features a 5-inch alternating pressure upper air column paired over a substantial, integrated 3-inch foam foundation base. Together, these layers supply a full 8 inches of comprehensive body immersion, ensuring consistent posture relaxation and reliable daily comfort across long stretches in bed.
Driven by a high-output 8 LPM variable pressure compressor pump, the upper surface cells cycle automatically to keep weight moving continuously. This intelligent design accommodates active individuals looking to preserve skin health while settling into a flexible home care setting or property utility environment. With a quick front panel switch that easily toggles between dynamic cycling and firm static configurations, this personal system seamlessly coordinates with standard residential bed frames to deliver reliable, long-term utility.
Key Performance Features
- Dual-Layer Support Architecture: Combines a 5-inch active alternating pressure top surface with an integrated 3-inch foam base layer for absolute bottom-out protection.
- High-Output Variable Pump: Delivers 8 Liters-per-minute (LPM) of continuous airflow, featuring an adjustable pressure range from 20 mmHg to 70 mmHg.
- Dual-Therapy Functionality: Simple front panel control allows users to toggle smoothly between active dynamic redistribution and static immersion support modes.
- Durable Nylon/TPU Cells: Air bladders are constructed from high-durability nylon and polyurethane for long-term mechanical reliability.
- Modular Cell Layout: Streamlined engineering allows for quick independent cell replacement sequences if necessary.
- Integrated Base Enclosure: Includes a dedicated internal compartment that fully encloses the 3-inch foam foundation to protect it from moisture and external debris.
- Low-Shear Quilted Cover: Vapor-permeable, moisture-resistant nylon top cover reduces surface friction for exceptional textile preservation and easy cleaning.
- Rapid CPR Deflation Valve: Conveniently located at the head section of the mattress for swift, immediate deflation sequences.
Equipment Specialist Insight: The Ultra-Care Excel is an exceptional system when you want dynamic pneumatic support but demand the reassuring safety net of an underlying foam layer. By integrating a full 3-inch dense foam base inside the cover, this mattress guarantees the user remains completely cushioned and supported even during a property utility interruption or an unexpected power disconnect, preventing any contact with the rigid steel bed frame.
Technical Specifications
- System Brand Model Meridian Medical / Roscoe Medical
- System SKU MER-4500
- Total Mattress Dimensions 80" L x 35.5" W x 8" H
- Total Weight Capacity 325 lbs
- Pneumatic Cycle Frequency 10 Minutes
- Compressor Pump Performance 8 LPM (Liters Per Minute) Output
- Adjustable Pressure Range 20 mmHg – 70 mmHg
- HCPCS Insurance Reference E0277
Q: What is the main benefit of having both a static mode and an alternating pressure mode?
A: The active alternating pressure mode uses a 10-minute cycle to continuously shift weight zones and alleviate constant pressure points. Turning on the static mode completely stabilizes the air columns, forming a uniform, non-moving surface that provides a firm base during position adjustments or surface transfers.
Q: How does the internal 3-inch foam foundation respond during a property power failure?
A: If the digital compressor loses power, the upper 5-inch air cells will gradually deflate. However, because the system includes an integrated 3-inch dense foam foundation enclosed inside the bottom zipper compartment, the mattress transitions into a supportive static foam block to prevent the user from bottoming out.
Q: What are the assembly and transport setup steps when this bundle arrives?
A: Place the mattress flat on your existing bed frame with the air hose connections pointing toward the foot section. Use the integrated hooks on the compressor pump to hang it onto the footboard, attach the air hoses securely to the side quick-connect ports, and plug the unit into a standard electrical outlet. Turn the pump setting to high for initial inflation.
Manufacturing & Packaging Inventory
- Complete System Package: SKU MER-4500 (Includes Compressor Pump, Core Mattress, and Cover)
- Factory Warranty Profile: 2-Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty on Pump and Mattress Core
- Replacement Components: Modular Nylon/TPU Air Cells / Quilted Top Cover Textile
Retail Disclaimer: Specifications, dimensions, and compatibility details are provided for reference and may be updated by the manufacturer without notice. EnhDme recommends independently verifying exact model fit, replacement-part compatibility, and current measurements against the manufacturer's specification sheet before purchase.
