HyperLite 1 - Portable Hyperbaric Chamber

The HyperLite 1 Portable Hyperbaric Chamber is the world’s leading lightweight, deployable hyperbaric system, engineered specifically for military, emergency response, and austere operational environments. It is the only internationally approved non-metallic chamber capable of delivering full 100% Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), enabling effective treatment of decompression illness and other pressure-related injuries in remote or hostile locations. 

Designed for rapid deployment and operational flexibility, the HyperLite 1 supports Transfer-Under-Pressure (TUP), allowing continuous patient treatment during evacuation by air, land, or sea. Its lightweight, modular design enables transport via small vehicles, helicopters, vessels, and even parachute delivery, ensuring capability across all mission profiles. 

Constructed as a foldable pressure vessel, the system combines durability with portability, delivering treatment pressures up to 2.3 bar (3.3 ATA) while maintaining exceptional structural integrity in extreme environments. 

The system integrates a comprehensive life-support and monitoring ecosystem, including a built-in breathing system (BIBS), chamber monitoring systems, and dual communications, ensuring full control of patient condition and chamber environment throughout treatment.

Key Features

• 100% Hyperbaric Oxygen Capability – Full HBOT treatment capability in a portable, non-metallic system 
• Transfer-Under-Pressure (TUP) – Continuous treatment during evacuation or transport 
• Ultra-Lightweight Design (50 kg) – World’s lightest chamber in its class, enabling rapid deployment 
• Rapid Deployment & Transportability – Compatible with aircraft, helicopters, marine vessels, and parachute insertion 
• High Operating Pressure – Up to 2.3 bar / 3.3 ATA, supporting US Navy treatment tables 
• Foldable Pressure Vessel – Compact storage and modular transport configuration
• Built-In Breathing System (BIBS) – Controlled delivery of oxygen and air with safe exhaust management 
• Advanced Monitoring Systems – Real-time tracking of O₂, CO₂, temperature, humidity, and patient vitals 
• Dual Communications System – Continuous voice and breathing monitoring between operator and patient 
• Medical Lock System – Enables transfer of supplies during treatment without depressurisation 
• Large Viewports – Enhanced patient visibility and monitoring
• Human Lift Capability – Designed for 4–6 personnel handling

Specifications

General

• Length: 224.5 cm
• Diameter: 59.5 cm
• Weight (PV): 50 kg (excluding patient) 
• Internal Volume: 570 litres

Pressure & Performance

• Max Working Pressure: 2.3 barg (3.3 ATA) 
• Production Test Pressure: 3.45 barg
• Prototype Test Pressure: 13.8 barg
• Gauge Range: 0–30 msw

Construction

• Window Thickness: 2.54 cm
• Bladder Thickness: 1.2 mm
• Foldable non-metallic pressure vessel

Operational Capability

• Maximum Operational Altitude: 5,300 m / 17,500 ft 
• Transport Configurations: 3 or 4 case modular system
• Case Dimensions:
  • Main Cases: 70 x 70 x 42 cm
  • Control / Ancillary Cases: 47 x 36 x 18 cm 

Gas Supply (Typical Configuration)

• 3 × 15L Oxygen cylinders
• 2 × 15L Air cylinders

Certifications & Compliance

• CE Mark (93/42/EEC) 
• ASME PVHO-1 compliant
• US Navy Diving System Certified 
• FDA 510(k) compliant
• NATO & military compliance

Operational Advantages

• Enables on-site treatment in remote or denied environments
• Reduces evacuation urgency and associated operational risk
• Supports high-altitude evacuation while maintaining treatment
• Proven capability in austere military and extreme environments 

System Components

• Control Panel (pressure, gas management)
• Chamber Monitoring System (environmental tracking)
• Patient Monitoring System (vital signs)
• CDRS digital treatment monitoring system
• Treatment case (medical consumables)
• Portable gas supply system

Applications

• Military diving and special operations
• Combat casualty care (decompression illness, gas embolism)
• Search and rescue operations
• Offshore and maritime operations
• Remote medical and expeditionary use

Logistics & Deployment

• Air transportable (including commercial flights)
• Helicopter winch capable
• Parachute deployable
• Operable in confined platforms (submarines, vessels, aircraft cabins) 

Description	Imperial	Metric
Length:	88.5 inches	224.5 cm
Diameter:	23.5 inches	59.5 cm
Window Thickness:	1.0 inch	2.54 cm
Bladder Thickness:	0.05 inches	1.2 mm
PV Weight:	110 lb	50 kg
PV Volume:	20 cubic ft	570 litres
Max. Allowable Working Pressure:	75 fsw – 33.5 psig	23 msw – 2.3barg
Production Test Pressure:	114 fsw – 50 psig	34.5 msw – 3.45 barg
Prototype Test Pressure Achieved:	453 fsw – 201 psig	138 msw – 13.8 barg
Gauges – Bourdon Dual Scale:	0 – 90 fsw	0 – 30 msw

WEIGHT
The lightest portable hyperbaric chamber on the market
With a combined weight of just 50kg (without the patient) the Hyperlite 1 is the most lightweight hyperbaric chamber capable of all 100% oxygen therapies.
It can be lifted and carried by 4 or 6 personnel and is suitable for helicopter or crane winch. What’s more, it’s light enough for check-in on commercial international flights.


PACKAGED SIZE
Transport with ease
The Hyperlite 1 is highly portable, suitable to be carried and assembled by just two personnel. It can be split into three case or four case options with minimal storage requirements. The Hyperlite 1 system has been transported in a small compact vehicle and operated inside a helicopter cabin, small vessel and even a submarine.

 

CASES	NO	DIMS IN INCHES	DIMS IN CMS	WEIGHT LB	WEIGHT KG
MAIN	1	28 x 28 x 17	70 x 70 x 42	88	40
MAIN	2	28 x 28 x 17	70 x 70 x 42	88	40
CONTROL	3	19 X 14 X 7	47 X 36 X 18	25	12
ANC. PARTS	4	19 X 14 X 7	47 X 36 X 18	14	6

CERTIFICATIONS
Global certifications & the most extensive testing
Hyperlite Chambers are the most extensively tested hyperbaric chamber in the industry. We combine medical device certifications with military approval as well being the first and only non-metallic portable hyperbaric chamber capable of all 100% oxygen therapies that is approved by the US National Standards ASME-PVHO.
In addition, our systems are approved for ‘transfer-under-pressure’ – used for treating a patient, whilst transporting them to a medical facility.

DESIGN CODES & STANDARDS
✔	DESIGN CODES	ASME PVHO-1 (2012) & Case 12 U.S. NAVY DIVING & MANNED HYPERBARIC SYSTEMS SAFETY CERTIFICATION
✔	TEST WITNESSING	LLOYD’S REGISTER EMEA
✔	QUALITY ASSURANCE ASSESSORS	SGS UK LTD SYSTEMS & SERVICES CERTIFICATION ISO 13485:2003
✔	QUALITY ASSURANCE STANDARDS ACHIEVED	DIRECTIVE 93/42/EEC FOR MEDICAL DEVICES FDA COMPLIANT

PROTOTYPE TESTING (* ALL AT 100F/38C)
✔	OVERPRESSURE TEST	6 x MAWP FOR 30 MINS ON 3 UNITS*
✔	EXTENDED DURATION CREEP TEST	5 x MAWP FOR 300 HOURS*
✔	CYCLIC PRESSURE TEST	10,000 CYCLES (1/MIN)*
✔	CYCLIC FOLDING TEST	4400 CYCLES
✔	COLD STORAGE TEST	INFLATION AFTER STORAGE AT -18˚C / -0.4˚F
✔	DAMAGE TOLERANCE DROP TEST	DROP TEST AT 45˚ 200 LB LOAD MIN 3 FT
✔	OTHER TESTS	SOLAR RADIATION, SALT FOG, VIBRATION & EMC TESTS

MAXIMUM OPERATING PRESSURE
All 100% hyperbaric oxygen therapies
The Hyperlite 1 exceeds other fabric bodied hyperbaric chambers in many aspects of operation, but perhaps none-moreso than the pressure ratings.
With a Maximum Operating Pressure (MOP) of 2.3 Bar (g) or 3.3 ATA, the system remains the only non-metallic portable hyperbaric chamber to be capable of all 100% oxygen therapies including an 18msw (60 fsw) US Navy TT6 Dive Table.


MAXIMUM OPERATIONAL ALTITUDE
The altitude advantage
The capability to continue treatment whilst at altitude provides benefits both in patient care and from an operational perspective. For those suffering from pressure related injuries, an increase in the altitude may enhance/cause recurrence of symptoms. By placing the patient under pressure in a Hyperlite Hyperbaric Chamber, hyperbaric oxygen can be administered to improve the condition of the patient, whilst allowing the pilot to evacuate without low-altitude flying restrictions.
Treatment in a Hyperlite 1 System, allows full US Navy Table 6 treatment up to an altitude of 5,300 metres (approximately 17,000 ft) in an unpressurised air cabin. By at higher altitude, the aircrafts fuel consumption is reduced and scope for flight durations or distances are extended.