Sports Products How CAT Systems Work How Altitude Training Works Physiologically Live High Train Low Discovering Your Optimal Dose of Altitude Results from Altitude Training Athlete Testimonials Research and Studies FAQ and Ask the CAT Expert	How CAT Systems Work Early altitude simulation devices worked by forcibly reducing the total air pressure. Such hypobaric chambers are heavy and extremely expensive, and rather uncomfortable to use. CAT's systems duplicate the lower oxygen pressure found at high altitude by lowering the % of oxygen in the air. For example, a CAT system will reduce the oxygen content to 15.2% to simulate 9,000 feet at sea level. There is still some differential pressure (inside c/w outside) of the CAT system, but it's smaller than with a true hypobaric system, and consequently there is no need for a steel structure as before. CAT has successfully created simulated-altitude environments this way in a variety of enclosures including; tents, rooms, modular enclosures, environmental chambers, and also masks. Whether up a mountain, in a hypobaric chamber, or in a CAT system, the number of oxygen molecules inspired per breath, and consequently the physiological effects, are the same. CAT's simulated altitude systems have three main components: Altitude Air Generator: CAT 9&trade, CAT 12&trade , or CAT 23&trade high performance air units are the state-of-the-art in altitude simulation technology. Our experienced team of engineers designed them to provide the maximum air flow feasible, making our systems the most comfortable on the market. You achieve your desired altitude quickly and comfortably with a stream of fresh low-oxygen air. The CAT 12™ Air Unit simulates up to 12,000 feet, while the CAT 9™ Air Unit achieves simulated altitudes up to 9,000 feet at sea level. The new CAT-23 is for research and aviation systems. The Enclosure: CAT can retrofit your bedroom, office or home gym to an altitude room. Experience living at high altitude in the comfort of your own home with a Custom Room Conversion, Custom Clear Room, or Tent. Tents come in three different sizes and are easily installed in your bedroom. Oxygen Monitor or CAT Digital Controller™: The oxygen monitor is highly recommended with every tent system. It’s inexpensive and is simple to use. This device shows the oxygen content inside the system, which can then be cross-referenced on the custom Altitude Conversion Chart (which CAT supplies for your location) to determine the effective simulated altitude inside the system. For professional systems, the CAT Digital Controller™ is the ultimate in high altitude technology and can be used to control the entire system with the touch. Home About CAT News Contact Privacy Content Copyright © 2005-2010 • info@altitudetraining.com • 877-ALTITUDE ( 877-258-4883 )

How CAT Systems Work

Early altitude simulation devices worked by forcibly reducing the total air pressure. Such hypobaric chambers are heavy and extremely expensive, and rather uncomfortable to use.

CAT's systems duplicate the lower oxygen pressure found at high altitude by lowering the % of oxygen in the air. For example, a CAT system will reduce the oxygen content to 15.2% to simulate 9,000 feet at sea level. There is still some differential pressure (inside c/w outside) of the CAT system, but it's smaller than with a true hypobaric system, and consequently there is no need for a steel structure as before. CAT has successfully created simulated-altitude environments this way in a variety of enclosures including; tents, rooms, modular enclosures, environmental chambers, and also masks.

Whether up a mountain, in a hypobaric chamber, or in a CAT system, the number of oxygen molecules inspired per breath, and consequently the physiological effects, are the same.

CAT's simulated altitude systems have three main components:

Altitude Air Generator: CAT 9&trade, CAT 12&trade , or CAT 23&trade high performance air units are the state-of-the-art in altitude simulation technology. Our experienced team of engineers designed them to provide the maximum air flow feasible, making our systems the most comfortable on the market. You achieve your desired altitude quickly and comfortably with a stream of fresh low-oxygen air. The CAT 12™ Air Unit simulates up to 12,000 feet, while the CAT 9™ Air Unit achieves simulated altitudes up to 9,000 feet at sea level. The new CAT-23 is for research and aviation systems.
The Enclosure: CAT can retrofit your bedroom, office or home gym to an altitude room. Experience living at high altitude in the comfort of your own home with a Custom Room Conversion, Custom Clear Room, or Tent. Tents come in three different sizes and are easily installed in your bedroom.
Oxygen Monitor or CAT Digital Controller™: The oxygen monitor is highly recommended with every tent system. It’s inexpensive and is simple to use. This device shows the oxygen content inside the system, which can then be cross-referenced on the custom Altitude Conversion Chart (which CAT supplies for your location) to determine the effective simulated altitude inside the system. For professional systems, the CAT Digital Controller™ is the ultimate in high altitude technology and can be used to control the entire system with the touch.

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