A stethoscope question

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I just bought a Littmann Cardiology III and I have converted the "pediatric side" to a traditional bell.

My question is "Is there a tiny diaphragm separating the chamber of the bell and the conducting tube, or they are directly connected?"

When I look at the tiny hole in the bell, there's light reflection, which can possibly indicate the presence of a tiny transparent diaphragm.

My main concern is that, if there's no such a little diaphragm, dusts or even water can get into the conducting tube, and they will be virtually impossible to be cleaned off. It may cause severe damage to the device or greatly impair the quality of the sound.

Thank you!
 
There is no such thing as a tiny diaphragm in my cardio III. Do not worry about dust, even if you have musician's earing ability. This is virtually pointless. I have had mine for 8 years, and it works just fine. It is a good and affordable device.

BTW, it is not really a peadiatric bell even if it is named like that. If you tried a real peadiatric stetho, there is a significant difference in sound.
 
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