Keeping your device in place

Discover the options for securing your sound processor to help you to focus on the activities you love.

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What you'll find on this page

  • How to secure Cochlear™ Nucleus® sound processors.
  • How to secure Cochlear Baha® sound processors.

Extra security when it is needed

We design sound processors to be comfortable and secure no matter what you're doing.

But sometimes, you want reassurance that you won't lose your sound processor, especially during high-energy activities like skiing or playing football. Or maybe you're a parent who wants peace of mind that your child won't lose his or her sound processor.

Cochlear accessories can help keep your sound processor in place.

Nucleus® 8 Sound Processor options

Image of the accessories for the Nucleus 7 Sound Processor: 1. Snugfit, 2. Koala Clip, 3. Safety Cord, 4. Earhook

  1. Snugfit: for a firmer fit on the ear, especially for active adults and children. Available in three sizes.
  2. Koala Clip: clip-on retention for babies and younger children.
  3. Safety Cord: a convenient way to prevent losing a sound processor if it comes off your ear.
  4. Earhook: comfortably secures the sound processor to your ear.
  5. Hugfit™: soft, flexible silicone band to help secure the sound processor. Available in 5 sizes.
  6. Paediatric Headband: designed to help keep the Nucleus 8 Sound Processor more securely on your child's head.

Nucleus Kanso® 2 Sound Processor options

Image of the accessories for the Nucleus Kanso Sound Processor: 1. Alligator Clip with long safety line, 2. Hair Clip with short safety line

  1. The Cochlear Safety Line Hair Clip connects to a Safety Line. It is a more discreet retention option.
  2. Cochlear Safety Lines reduce the risk of losing the sound processor. They connect to the socket of your Kanso 2 Sound Processor. Available in short, long and short loop variants.
  3. The Cochlear Headband has been designed to help keep the Kanso 2 Sound Processor more securely on your head. It can be worn with one or two Kanso 2 Sound Processors.

Baha® Sound Processor options

Baha 6 Max Alligator clip

The Baha 6 Max Sound Processor retention option:

  • Alligator Clip with long safety line: attaches to clothing to reduce the risk of losing an individual's sound processor.*.

More information

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Cochlear™ Nucleus® System

Small, smart and simple solutions designed to help an adult or child's hearing be its best.

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Cochlear™ Baha® System

Bone conduction hearing that helps you tune into the sounds of life and communicate with confidence.

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Nucleus® smartphone compatibility

Connect with the people you love and the world around you – all from a compatible Apple or Android™ device.

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Please seek advice from your health professional about treatments for hearing loss. Outcomes may vary, and your health professional will advise you about the factors which could affect your outcome. Always follow the directions for use. Not all products are available in all countries. Please contact your local Cochlear representative for product information.

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* Retention lines longer than the Safety Line (standard length) are not recommended for use by children as they may present a risk of strangulation.