Primedic Defibrillators
Mediana is a trusted manufacturer of automated external defibrillators built around one clear priority: getting a life-saving shock to a casualty quickly, with guidance any responder can follow under pressure. The Mediana A16 HeartOn Core sits at the heart of the range, a compact AED designed for homes, workplaces, schools and community settings across the UK.
Defib Warehouse stocks the Mediana A16 in two versions: the Mediana A16 HeartOn Core Semi Automatic Defibrillator and the Mediana A16 HeartOn Core AED Fully Automatic Defibrillator. Both share the same medical-grade platform and the same fast, guided rescue experience, so the choice comes down to how the shock is delivered.
Mediana A16 Defibrillators: Models, Specifications and Price Guide
Every Mediana defibrillator uses a biphasic truncated exponential waveform, delivering 170 to 195 joules in adult mode and 44 to 51 joules in paediatric mode. A single disposable lithium battery powers up to 200 shocks, with a standby life of up to five years. The unit weighs 2 kg, measures 20 x 29 x 9 cm and carries an IP55 water and dust resistance rating alongside a 0.75 metre drop-test rating for everyday handling.
Key specifications:- Available as a semi-automatic or fully automatic AED
- Adult and paediatric treatment from one patient mode button, using the same dual-use pads
- Biphasic truncated exponential waveform: 170 to 195J adult, 44 to 51J paediatric
- Up to 200 shocks per battery, with standby life up to five years
- Dual-use electrode pads with a lifespan of up to three years
- IP55 rated against water and dust, with a 0.75 metre drop-test rating
- Internal memory, SD card slot and IR communication port for event review
- Five-year warranty on the AED, extendable to ten years at checkout
- Meets European Resuscitation Council and AHA 2015 guidelines
The Mediana A16 HeartOn Core Semi Automatic Defibrillator is priced at £895 excluding VAT and prompts the responder to press the shock button when a shock is advised. The Mediana A16 HeartOn Core AED Fully Automatic Defibrillator is priced at £925 excluding VAT and delivers the shock automatically once the device confirms it is needed, with no button press.
How to Check Your Mediana AED Is Rescue Ready
A Mediana AED monitors its own readiness, so keeping it rescue ready takes very little effort. An advanced self-test system runs daily, weekly and monthly, reviewing the internal electronics, battery capacity, pad status, speaker and internal memory. The daily test covers MCU and memory integrity, battery capacity, SD card connection, ambient temperature and patient body impedance as well as the speaker and the status of the pads. Weekly and monthly tests add waveform delivery circuit checks that confirm the device is ready to shock.
Maintenance alerts flag anything that needs attention, including battery level, operating temperature and pad condition. A quick glance at the status indicator confirms the Mediana defibrillator is ready for use. When the battery or pads approach the end of their life, genuine replacements are available from the Mediana pads and batteries page.
How to Use a Mediana Defibrillator
Every Mediana AED guides the responder with clear voice prompts and LED indicators from the moment it activates. The device powers on automatically when the protective cover is opened, and the pre-connected pads remove a step at the point it matters most.
To use a Mediana defibrillator in an emergency:
- Open the cover to switch the device on, then follow the spoken prompts.
- Remove or cut clothing from the casualty's chest and make sure the skin is dry.
- Apply the pre-connected pads to the bare chest as shown on the pad diagrams. For a child, set the unit to paediatric mode with the patient mode button.
- Stand clear while the AED analyses the heart rhythm. On a semi-automatic model, press the flashing shock button when instructed. A fully automatic model delivers the shock on its own once it confirms one is needed.
- Follow the ongoing prompts to continue CPR until the emergency services arrive.
Why Choose a Mediana Defibrillator?
A Mediana defibrillator brings medical-grade rescue technology within reach of any organisation or household. The A16 HeartOn Core pairs fast shock delivery and pace-pulse detection with an interface built for untrained responders, giving first-time users the confidence to act. Automatic activation, one-button switching between adult and paediatric care, and continuous self-testing make it a practical choice for schools, offices, leisure venues, community groups and the home.
Behind every Mediana AED from Defib Warehouse sits expert support, fast UK delivery and genuine consumables for the life of the device. For advice on choosing between the semi-automatic and fully automatic models, speak to the technical sales team on 0161 399 1365 or email sales@defibwarehouse.co.uk. Reach the team any time through the contact page.
