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Baxter Spectrum IQ Infusion System
Spectrum IQ is a single channel large volume pump that drives fluid from a bag through Baxter sets by linear peristaltic action. It runs a facility drug library built in the separate Dose IQ software and can be auto programmed from the electronic record over its wireless battery module. It is used for intravenous, arterial, subcutaneous and epidural infusion in hospital and outpatient areas.
The model
Maker, model and type.
- Maker
- Baxter Healthcare Corporation
- Model
- Spectrum IQ Infusion System with Dose IQ Safety Software
- Device type
- Infusion Pump
- Main document
- Open the public document
Key specifications
What the public record says.
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping mechanism and modes | Linear peristaltic; continuous and intermittent delivery | Source |
| AC power | Input 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 300 mA max; output 9 VDC 1000 mA, short circuit protected | Source |
| Battery (wireless battery module) | Lithium ion, at least 1700 mAh, 7.4 V; 16 h recharge; about 5 h at 25 mL/h, 4 h at 125 mL/h, 3.1 h at 999 mL/h with Wi-Fi | Source |
| Air in line detection | Dual beam ultrasonic; alarms on bubbles over 2.5 cm (about 140 uL in Baxter sets) or over 1 mL accumulated in 15 min at room temperature | Source |
| Downstream occlusion settings | Low 41 kPa (6 psi), medium 89 kPa (13 psi), high 131 kPa (19 psi), each with wide tolerance; optional automatic restart | Source |
| Single fault bolus | Up to 0.56 mL | Source |
| Operating environment | 15.6 to 32.2 C, 20 to 90% RH non condensing, 66 to 102 kPa | Source |
| Size and weight | 8.0 x 5.7 x 3.6 in without pole clamp; 1.235 kg with battery module (1.462 kg with clamp) | Source |
| Anti free flow | Set based, using the IV set slide clamp | Source |
| FDA clearance | K251636 (July 2025), predicate K230041; first cleared K173084; product code FRN with PHC, Class II, 21 CFR 880.5725 | Source |
Recalls
Known FDA recalls.
- Z-1368-20262026-01-13
Pumps released without full testing, including occlusion alarm testing.
FDA record - Z-2415-20252025-07-14
Cam and motor gear grease may break down quickly, wearing the mechanism.
FDA record - Z-1254-20252025-02-05
Motor mounting screws possibly missing after servicing.
FDA record - Z-0348-20252024-10-02
Pump door may not close fully.
FDA record - Z-2104-20232023-06-15
More false upstream occlusion alarms after software v8.01.01 and v9.02.01.
FDA record - Z-0529-20222021-12-29
Reduced or non delivery, sometimes unalarmed, from set loading errors or incomplete upstream occlusion clearing.
FDA record - Z-1487-20212021-03-19
AC power adapter component may fail over time.
FDA record - Z-2165-20212021-07-07
Dose IQ software mismatch between drug IDs in the interface and the library loaded on the pump.
FDA record
Safety
Safety warnings from the record.
- Incorrect set loading or a part cleared upstream occlusion can cause reduced or no delivery, sometimes without an alarm. Source
- A mismatch between drug IDs in Dose IQ and the library on the pump was found in 2021, so libraries must be checked after updates. Source
- When integrated with the EMR, the wireless battery module may fail to auto document infusion status, so charted data should be checked. Source
- Baxter updated the IFU on cleaning practices in 2020; follow the current cleaning section only. Source
Sources
Where this note comes from.
- FDA 510(k) K251636 summary, Spectrum IQ Infusion System with Dose IQ Safety Software
- openFDA recall search, Spectrum IQ
- openFDA MAUDE problem counts, Spectrum IQ brand
Not covered: The Spectrum IQ operator's and service manuals were not openly available, so alarm messages, error codes, flow accuracy, set lists and part numbers are not included. Recall records were read through openFDA because FDA's recall pages were throttling automated requests. There are 16 Spectrum IQ recall records; eight are listed. MAUDE counts are large and include summary reporting.
BMEssentia knowledge drafted from public information, reviewed by Hasan Khaled Ismail on 2026-10-24. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for use and service manual.
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