BD Peripheral IV Catheter Insyte-N® 18 Gauge 1.16" Retracting Needle

Peripheral IV Catheter Insyte-N® 18 Gauge 1.16" Retracting Needle

This peripheral IV catheter is an Insyte-N 18 gauge catheter with a retracting needle. It fits buyers looking for a sterile, disposable option that supports peripheral IV placement while helping reduce accidental needlestick risk during use. Winged securement, radiopaque visibility, and a 1.16 inch to 1-1/4 inch catheter length make it a practical choice for clinical workflows that value placement control and line visibility.

Good Fit For

• Peripheral IV placement in exam rooms
• Dental procedure settings
• Clinical teams seeking a safety needle design
• Workflows that benefit from winged securement

Key Features

• Retracting needle helps reduce the risk of accidental needle stick injuries
• Autoguard needle shielding device adds a safety-focused handling feature
• Winged hub gives a larger taping surface to help improve catheter securement
• Radiopaque catheter supports X-ray visibility
• Sterile, disposable format fits single-use clinical workflows
• 18 gauge catheter with BD Vialon catheter material and stainless steel needle

Applications and Usage

• Placing a peripheral IV line during routine patient care
• Supporting IV access in general exam rooms
• Using a catheter with radiopaque visibility when line visualization matters
• Choosing a single-use catheter for sterile procedural workflows

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Material: Plastic.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This SKU is 18 gauge, so buyers should confirm the gauge matches their protocol and patient needs.
• The winged hub style may appeal to teams that prefer added surface area for taping and securement.
• The safety design uses a push-button needle retraction mechanism, which may matter for staff preference and training.

FAQ

• Does this peripheral IV catheter have a safety needle feature? Yes. This peripheral IV catheter uses a retracting needle and an Autoguard needle shielding device to help reduce accidental needlestick risk.
• Is this catheter sterile and disposable? Yes. This Insyte-N peripheral IV catheter is sterile and intended for disposable, single-use workflows.
• What gauge is this catheter? This catheter is 18 gauge.
• Does the catheter support X-ray visibility? Yes. The catheter is radiopaque, which supports X-ray compatibility.
• What hub style does this IV catheter use? This catheter has a winged hub. The stabilizing wings create a larger surface area for taping and catheter securement.

From Insyte-N by BD.