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Maxy it depends on which infusion set you use and the length of the canula. The following link has all the details for the each set manufactured by Medtronic. http://www.medtronicdiabetes.com/customer-support/infusion-set-support/compare-set

I think my 640G was also supplied with two batteries but they were the same as the ones Medtronic supply as a replacement. Standard AA energiser batteries. Having a look back over time (6 months now) I can see the 1st battery lasted just 12 days obviously as I was playing with the dame thing so...

Not sure if anyone else got the email but I thought I would post this up just in case there are any Medtronic self funders out there that didn't know of the new loyalty scheme. Basically there are 3 levels Silver, Gold and Platinum which give you a discount on the sensors if you sign you for a...

Have a look a the 64 day 640G series of Video diaries that John Pemberton did on life with the 640G. I think episode 5 and 6 give a pretty detailed but user friendly explanation on how the Smart Guard feature works...

Like you stated above after 6 days the sensor will expire as its reached the end of life counter. At this stage I switch the sensor off on the Pump. I then remove the transmitter and place in the charger. Mine usually takes about 20-30 min to recharge when I then go through the same set-up as if...

Having read this thread I have to agree with most people that choice should play a big part when choosing a pump. I was lucky enough to be given that choice just over 4 years ago and I choose Medtronic. I felt that the integrated CGM was a good thing as it sort of future proofed it knowing that...