PRIMEDIC HeartSave is a range of German-made automated external defibrillators (AEDs) from METRAX GmbH in Rottweil, Germany. In Australia the range covers two families, the compact HeartSave myPAD and the larger HeartSave Y (sold by MyMedEquip as the HeartSave Y-Screen). Both come in semi-automatic and fully automatic versions with optional colour displays, CPR feedback and WiFi/LTE remote monitoring.
Most AED buyers in Australia see a list of variants and model numbers without an explanation of what those numbers mean, which configuration they need, or what actually separates PRIMEDIC from other brands. That makes it hard to compare like with like, and easy to pay for features a site does not need or miss the ones it does.
This guide explains every PRIMEDIC HeartSave model available in Australia, decodes the model numbers against their entries on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), sets out the features that make the range different, and shows how to match the right configuration to a workplace, venue, vehicle or response team. It is written for Australian businesses, schools, clubs, councils, first aid trainers and emergency responders.
Key Takeaways
- Every PRIMEDIC HeartSave model sold in Australia is included on the ARTG, with Paragon Care as sponsor and METRAX GmbH as manufacturer. Twelve myPAD and HeartSave Y model numbers are listed.
- The model number tells you the configuration. "A" means fully automatic; the number indicates the screen and connectivity level.
- The myPAD is one of the smallest AEDs available, at about 15 × 15 cm and 1.1 kg, with IP66 dust and water protection.
- The HeartSave Y delivers escalating energy up to 360 J for adults (200, 300, 360 J) and 50, 70, 100 J in child mode.
- Child mode is built in on both families, so no separate paediatric pads are needed.
- Optional CPR feedback and myPRIMEDIC Control remote monitoring give real-time compression guidance and readiness alerts across a fleet of AEDs.
Why AED Choice Matters in Australia
Around 20,000 Australians have an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest each year, almost 20 times the annual road toll (Medical Journal of Australia). Early defibrillation is the single biggest factor a bystander can change.
Victoria's 2024–25 registry data shows what public AEDs achieve. In 2024–25, 152 Victorians were shocked by a public AED before paramedics arrived, and 63 percent of those patients survived. Only 7 percent survived when there was no bystander CPR or AED use (Ambulance Victoria).
ANZCOR Guideline 7 strongly recommends public access AED programs. Safe Work Australia's First Aid in the Workplace Code of Practice advises businesses to consider an AED where there is a risk of electrocution, where ambulance response may be delayed, or where large numbers of the public are present. It also says the AED should be clearly visible and signed, accessible, protected from extreme temperatures and maintained to the manufacturer's specifications.
The right AED is the one your people will reach quickly, use confidently and keep ready. That is where the differences between PRIMEDIC models matter.
Who Makes PRIMEDIC AEDs?
PRIMEDIC is the defibrillator brand of METRAX GmbH, based in Rottweil, Germany. PRIMEDIC describes its devices as developed and manufactured in Germany and its products as "quality made in Germany since 1973" (PRIMEDIC HeartSave Y | YA brochure; PRIMEDIC products).
In Australia, the HeartSave range is sponsored on the ARTG by Clifford Hallam Healthcare Pty Ltd, trading as Paragon Care Australia. The ARTG lists METRAX GmbH as the manufacturer and classifies the devices as Class III (TGA ARTG 512489).
PRIMEDIC Model Numbers Explained
This is the part most suppliers leave out. Each Australian model number appears on the ARTG, and the number tells you how the unit is configured.
HeartSave myPAD Models
| Model | Operation | Configuration | ARTG ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| myPAD 670 | Semi-automatic | Voice guidance, no screen | 512485 |
| myPAD 670A | Fully automatic | Voice guidance, no screen | 512488 |
| myPAD 675 | Semi-automatic | Colour display | 512486 |
| myPAD 675A | Fully automatic | Colour display | 512489 |
| myPAD 678 | Semi-automatic | Touchscreen | 512487 |
| myPAD 678A | Fully automatic | Touchscreen | 512490 |
Display descriptions follow PRIMEDIC's own model listings (PRIMEDIC myPAD series).
HeartSave Y Models
| Model | Operation | ARTG ID |
|---|---|---|
| HeartSave Y0 | Semi-automatic | 512767 |
| HeartSave Y5 | Semi-automatic | 512768 |
| HeartSave Y8 | Semi-automatic | 512769 |
| HeartSave YA0 | Fully automatic | 512770 |
| HeartSave YA5 | Fully automatic | 512771 |
| HeartSave YA8 | Fully automatic | 512772 |
The HeartSave Y range comes in three configurations: no screen, 4.3-inch colour display with CPR feedback, and 4.3-inch display with CPR feedback and WiFi/LTE remote monitoring. The "A" suffix indicates fully automatic operation in both families. Your supplier can confirm the exact model number for the configuration you order.
Semi-Automatic or Fully Automatic?
A semi-automatic AED analyses the heart rhythm and asks the rescuer to press the shock button. A fully automatic AED delivers the shock itself after a countdown. PRIMEDIC recommends semi-automatic devices for trained users and fully automatic devices for people with little first aid knowledge (PRIMEDIC). For public spaces where the user is unknown, fully automatic removes one decision under stress.
The PRIMEDIC USPs: What Sets the Range Apart
1. One of the Smallest AEDs Available
The HeartSave myPAD measures about 15 × 15 cm and weighs around 1.1 kg. PRIMEDIC lists the dimensions as 151 × 151 × 76 mm (PRIMEDIC myPAD-675A). That is small enough for a glovebox, a response pack, a sports bag or a patrol vehicle, which is where many cardiac arrests happen outside fixed buildings.
2. Built for Australian Conditions
The myPAD carries an IP66 rating against dust and water jets, which suits outdoor events, mine sites, marine use, vehicles and remote work (PRIMEDIC myPAD-675A). The HeartSave Y is rated IP55 (PRIMEDIC HeartSave Y | YA brochure). For harsh environments, either can be paired with the IP67 AED Waterproof Tough Case.
3. Escalating Energy up to 360 J on the HeartSave Y
The HeartSave Y-Screen automatically escalates energy across shocks: 200, 300 and 360 J for adults, and 50, 70 and 100 J in child mode (PRIMEDIC HeartSave Y | YA brochure). Many public-access AEDs deliver a maximum of around 150 to 200 J. The myPAD uses a biphasic truncated exponential waveform at up to 200 J, with energy automatically adjusted to the patient's impedance.
4. Child Mode Without Separate Pads
Both families switch to paediatric energy with a single child mode button, using the same pre-connected electrodes. ANZCOR advises that children under 8 should ideally be treated with an AED with paediatric capability, and that standard adult AEDs and pads suit children over 8 (ANZCOR Guideline 7). For schools, childcare centres, sporting clubs and family venues, not having to find and swap a second set of pads saves time.
5. Real-Time CPR Feedback
Defibrillation only works alongside good CPR. Configurations with the CPR feedback sensor monitor compression rate and depth in real time and guide the rescuer with voice prompts and on-screen graphics. The HeartSave Y also includes a metronome to set compression rhythm. ANZCOR notes that CPR prompt and feedback devices may be considered as part of a strategy to improve CPR quality (ANZCOR Guideline 6). The myPAD electrodes with CPR feedback sensor integrate the sensor into the pad set.
6. Animated Colour Guidance
The 4.3-inch colour display on screen models shows animated instructions alongside voice prompts, plus the ECG, shock count and battery status. On the HeartSave Y the display adjusts to ambient light, voice prompt volume adapts to background noise, and guidance can adapt to the rescuer's working speed (PRIMEDIC HeartSave Y | YA brochure). In a noisy gym, shopping centre or worksite, a visual prompt backs up an audio prompt that may be missed.
7. Remote Readiness Monitoring
Connected models report their status after each automatic daily self-test through myPRIMEDIC Control, accessed through an app or browser. The platform sends push notifications for faults, electrode and battery expiry reminders, and alerts when an AED has been used. For councils, schools, franchise groups and mine sites managing many AEDs, this replaces manual monthly walk-arounds with a live view of every device. Our AED maintenance guide covers readiness checks in more detail.
8. Long Shelf Life and an 8-Year Warranty
Battery and electrodes on the HeartSave Y have a shelf life of up to 5 years, and PRIMEDIC offers an 8-year warranty (PRIMEDIC HeartSave Y | YA brochure). The myPAD carries the same 8-year warranty with a 5-year electrode life. Long consumable intervals reduce the cost of ownership and the risk of an expired pad set.
9. Pre-Connected Electrodes and Data Recording
Electrodes are pre-connected on both families, so the rescuer does not have to plug in a cable under pressure. Operational data is stored internally and can be exported, which supports clinical review and incident reporting after an event.
myPAD vs HeartSave Y at a Glance
| Feature | HeartSave myPAD | HeartSave Y (Y-Screen) |
|---|---|---|
| Size | About 15 × 15 cm | About 29.6 × 22 cm |
| Weight | About 1.1 kg | About 2.4 kg |
| Adult energy | Up to 200 J, impedance-adjusted | Escalating 200, 300, 360 J |
| Child mode | Button, same electrodes | Button, same electrodes (50, 70, 100 J) |
| Ingress protection | IP66 | IP55 |
| Display options | None, colour display or touchscreen | None or 4.3-inch colour display |
| CPR feedback | Optional sensor | Optional sensor plus metronome |
| Remote monitoring | Optional WiFi/LTE | Optional WiFi/LTE |
| Warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Best fit | Vehicles, mobile teams, remote work, small sites | Wall-mounted, high-traffic and fixed sites |
For a deeper side-by-side comparison, see myPAD vs Y-Screen: which PRIMEDIC AED is better.
Which PRIMEDIC Configuration Suits Your Site?
| Setting | Suggested Configuration | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Small office, café or retail store | myPAD fully automatic with colour display | Compact, simple for untrained staff, visual guidance |
| School, childcare or sporting club | myPAD or HeartSave Y fully automatic with CPR feedback | Child mode, CPR coaching, suits unknown rescuers |
| Gym, shopping centre or large venue | HeartSave Y with display and CPR feedback | Larger screen, adaptive volume for noisy spaces |
| Council, franchise or multi-site fleet | Either family with WiFi/LTE | myPRIMEDIC Control fleet monitoring |
| Mine site, farm or remote worksite | myPAD with IP66 rating, plus tough case | Portable, weather resistant, suits long ambulance times |
| Police, security or patrol vehicle | myPAD semi-automatic | Small footprint, trained users |
| Trained first aid or medical teams | Semi-automatic with display | Rescuer control over shock delivery, ECG view |
Our guide to choosing an AED in Australia covers placement, signage and budgeting in more detail.
Completing a PRIMEDIC AED Setup
An AED program is more than the device. A complete setup includes:
- Spare electrodes. Multifunctional myPAD electrodes or the CPR feedback sensor electrodes.
- Storage. A CARDIACT AED cabinet or alarmed cabinet with strobe for wall mounting, or the AED Waterproof Tough Case for vehicles and outdoor use.
- Preparation kit. The AED Premium Prep Kit includes a razor, trauma shears, drying towel, gloves and CPR mask to prepare the chest quickly.
- Training. The myPAD AED Trainer and HeartSave Y-Screen AED Trainer mirror the real devices so staff practise on the unit they will actually use. ANZCOR suggests using feedback devices during CPR training (ANZCOR Guideline 10.1).
- Registration. Register your AED with your state ambulance service so call-takers and volunteer responder apps can direct people to it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PRIMEDIC HeartSave?
The PRIMEDIC HeartSave is a range of German-made automated external defibrillators manufactured by METRAX GmbH in Rottweil, Germany. In Australia it includes the compact HeartSave myPAD and the larger HeartSave Y, both available in semi-automatic and fully automatic versions with optional colour display, CPR feedback and WiFi/LTE monitoring.
Are PRIMEDIC AEDs TGA approved?
Yes. The HeartSave myPAD 670, 670A, 675, 675A, 678 and 678A, and the HeartSave Y0, Y5, Y8, YA0, YA5 and YA8, are all included on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods. The Australian sponsor is Paragon Care Australia, and the manufacturer is METRAX GmbH.
What is the difference between the HeartSave myPAD and the HeartSave Y?
The myPAD is a compact, 1.1 kg AED with IP66 protection, designed for vehicles, mobile teams and small sites. The HeartSave Y is larger, delivers escalating energy up to 360 J and has a 4.3-inch display with adaptive volume, which suits wall-mounted and high-traffic locations.
What does the "A" in a PRIMEDIC model number mean?
The "A" indicates a fully automatic AED, which delivers the shock itself after analysis and a countdown. Models without the "A", such as the myPAD 675 or HeartSave Y5, are semi-automatic and require the rescuer to press the shock button.
Can PRIMEDIC AEDs be used on children?
Yes. Both the myPAD and HeartSave Y have a child mode button that reduces energy for paediatric patients using the same pre-connected electrodes. ANZCOR advises using an AED with paediatric capability for children under 8 where available.
Does the PRIMEDIC HeartSave have CPR feedback?
CPR feedback is available on selected configurations. A sensor monitors compression rate and depth in real time and guides the rescuer with voice and on-screen prompts. The HeartSave Y also includes a metronome.
How long do PRIMEDIC batteries and electrodes last?
PRIMEDIC lists a shelf life of up to 5 years for HeartSave Y batteries and electrodes, and around 5 years for myPAD electrodes. Connected models send expiry reminders through myPRIMEDIC Control.
What is myPRIMEDIC Control?
myPRIMEDIC Control is PRIMEDIC's remote device management platform. Connected AEDs report their readiness after each daily self-test over WiFi or LTE, and the platform sends alerts for faults, upcoming expiry dates and device use, which helps organisations monitor many AEDs from one dashboard.
Choose the Right PRIMEDIC AED
The PRIMEDIC HeartSave range covers almost every Australian setting, from a glovebox to a shopping centre wall. Knowing what each model number means, and which features your site really needs, makes it easier to choose an AED your people will reach quickly and use with confidence.
Shop HeartSave myPAD → Shop HeartSave Y-Screen →Author: Theodore Dimitriou
This article is provided for general information for workplaces, community organisations and trained responders. It does not replace accredited first aid and CPR training, manufacturer instructions or your organisation's risk assessment. Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may vary by configuration.
Sources
- ANZCOR Guideline 7 – Automated External Defibrillation in Basic Life Support
- ANZCOR Guideline 6 – Compressions
- ANZCOR Guideline 10.1 – Basic Life Support Training
- Safe Work Australia – First Aid in the Workplace Code of Practice
- Ambulance Victoria – Cardiac arrest survival rates 2024–25
- Defibrillator access across Australia, Medical Journal of Australia
- TGA ARTG – HeartSave myPAD and HeartSave Y entries (512485–512490, 512767–512772)
- PRIMEDIC HeartSave Y | YA brochure
- PRIMEDIC HeartSave myPAD-675A specifications
- PRIMEDIC products and accessories