Pedi-Cap CO2 Detectors

Confirming correct endotracheal tube placement in an infant or small child leaves no room for guesswork. The Pedi-Cap from Medtronic MITG is a colorimetric end-tidal CO2 detector built specifically for pediatric patients, giving clinicians a fast, breath-by-breath visual confirmation of airway placement when every second counts.

The detector works by responding to exhaled carbon dioxide: the indicator changes color with each ventilation, showing purple when little or no CO2 is present and turning yellow as CO2 is detected. That immediate visual feedback helps confirm the tube is in the trachea rather than the esophagus, and it continues to signal proper placement throughout transport and resuscitation. Because it requires no batteries, calibration, or external monitor, the Pedi-Cap is well suited to emergency departments, NICUs, neonatal transport teams, and code carts where portable, reliable verification is essential.

This collection carries the Medtronic MITG Pedi-Cap CO2 Detector (PEDICAP6), sized and weighted for patients typically between 1 and 15 kilograms. Its low dead space and lightweight design minimize added resistance in small airways—a real consideration when ventilating neonates and infants, where standard adult detectors are inappropriate. Clinicians choosing between models should match the detector to patient weight; the Pedi-Cap is the pediatric complement to adult-range detectors like the Easy Cap II.

If you're outfitting a full pediatric airway kit, explore related supplies including Pedi-Tube intubation tubes and Pedi-Tie tube-securing devices to keep placement stable once confirmed. Browse the broader CAP category for additional CO2 detection options across patient sizes.