Proactive Medical Protekt Aire 6000AB Air Mattress System with Air Bolsters
All-Air Support with a Raised, Secure Edge
When someone spends most of the day and night on the same surface — recovering at home, settling into a long-term care routine, or being looked after by family — the mattress underneath does more work than anything else in the room. The Protekt Aire 6000AB pairs alternating pressure and low air loss with a cell-on-cell construction, so support comes entirely from air rather than a foam or fiber base. The surface cells inflate and deflate on a continuous cycle to keep weight from settling in any one spot, while a full layer of cells underneath lets the body immerse evenly for steady relief across long stretches in bed.
What sets the AB apart is its raised air bolsters: inflatable side cells, powered by the same pump, that build up a firmer, raised perimeter along both edges of the mattress. That defined edge gives a person something to feel and push against when shifting position or moving toward the side of the bed, and adds a reassuring sense of security through the night. Bolsters and all, the system drops onto a standard home or care bed frame and runs quietly enough for a shared bedroom, with a quilted, water-resistant top cover that wipes clean between changes.
Key Features
- Raised air bolsters: inflatable side cells form a firmer, raised perimeter (bringing the edges to 11") for a defined, supportive edge and added security.
- Cell-on-cell air construction: a full layer of air cells beneath the surface cells means support is delivered entirely by air, for deeper immersion and consistent relief across the whole surface.
- Alternating pressure cycling: cells inflate and deflate in sequence to continually redistribute support and relieve sustained pressure on any single area.
- Low air loss airflow: gentle surface circulation helps manage heat and moisture for cooler, drier comfort over extended periods in bed.
- Deluxe digital pump (SKU 80061): adjustable settings with quiet operation, a power cord, and a CPR quick-release valve for rapid deflation when needed.
- Standard footprint: 36" x 80", 8" deep with the bolsters rising to 11", fitting most home and care bed frames.
- Quilted, water-resistant top cover: low-shear surface that wipes down easily and resists fluids.
Reach for the AB over the standard 6000 when edge security matters — the air bolsters are built into the mattress and inflate with the same pump, so you get a raised, supportive perimeter without bolting on a separate rail. Keep the replacement parts bookmarked: the AB mattress, cover, and bladder are specific to the air-bolster lines (3600AB / 4600DXAB / 6000AB), so match those AB part numbers rather than the standard 6000 parts when you reorder.
Technical Specifications
- SKU80060AB (System); 80061 (Pump); 86082AB (Mattress); 86083 (Cover); 86085B (Bladder)
- System TypeLow Air Loss & Alternating Pressure, Cell-on-Cell
- Dimensions36" x 80" x 8" (11" at the bolsters)
- Side SupportIntegrated raised air bolsters
- Support BaseCell-on-cell air construction
- PumpDeluxe digital, adjustable (Model 80061)
- CPR ValveYes – quick-release
- CoverQuilted, water-resistant, low-shear
- HCPCS ReferenceE0277
How does setup work when it arrives?
Lay the mattress on the existing bed frame, connect the hose from the mattress to the deluxe digital pump, hang the pump at the foot of the bed, and plug it in. The pump begins its cycle automatically and inflates the surface and the side bolsters together — no tools required. Allow a few minutes for everything to reach full inflation before use.
How are the air bolsters different from a raised rail?
The air bolsters are inflatable side cells built into the mattress and powered by the same pump, so the raised edge is part of the air system itself and inflates along with the rest of the surface. It gives a firm, defined perimeter without adding a separate component to install. If you prefer a non-bolster setup, the standard Protekt Aire 6000 is the version without the air bolsters.
I need a replacement part — do the standard 6000 parts fit?
No — the AB uses air-bolster-specific components. Order 86082AB for the mattress, 86083 for the top cover, and 86085B for a bladder; these are shared across the 3600AB / 4600DXAB / 6000AB lines. The deluxe digital pump (80061) is the same unit used across the 6000 family. Confirm your exact model before ordering.
⚠ WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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.
