BD Peripheral IV Catheter Insyte-N® 18 Gauge 1.16" Retracting Needle, 50 EA/BX

Peripheral IV Catheter Insyte-N® 18 Gauge 1.16" Retracting Needle, 50 EA/BX

This peripheral IV catheter is an Insyte-N 18 gauge catheter with a retracting needle for single-use IV access. It fits buyers looking for a sterile safety catheter that supports securement and helps reduce accidental needlestick exposure during placement. Winged hub design, radiopaque visibility, and a catheter length of about 1-1/4 inch make it a practical choice for clinical workflows that need dependable handling.

Good Fit For

• Peripheral IV access in clinical care settings
• Workflows that prioritize needle safety during placement
• Sites that want winged securement for taping and stabilization
• General exam rooms

Key Features

• Retracting needle with push-button activation helps reduce accidental needlestick injuries
• Autoguard needle shielding device adds a safety-focused handling feature
• Stabilizing wings create a larger taping surface to support catheter securement
• 18 gauge catheter with about 1-1/4 inch length for peripheral IV access
• Radiopaque design supports X-ray visibility
• Sterile, disposable catheter for single-use clinical workflow

Applications and Usage

• Starting peripheral IV lines where a safety retracting needle is preferred
• IV catheter placement in general exam rooms
• Dental procedures requiring peripheral IV access
• Situations where winged securement can help with taping down the catheter

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Material: Plastic.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This catheter is disposable and intended for single use
• The 18 gauge size and approximately 1-1/4 inch catheter length should be matched to the facility's IV access protocol
• Winged design may be helpful when secure taping and stabilization are important
• Radiopaque construction may matter in workflows where X-ray visibility is needed

FAQ

• Does this peripheral IV catheter have a safety needle feature? Yes. This catheter uses a retracting needle and includes an Autoguard needle shielding device to help reduce accidental needlestick injuries.
• Is this catheter sterile? Yes. The peripheral IV catheter is sterile.
• What size is this IV catheter? This catheter is 18 gauge with a catheter length of about 1-1/4 inch.
• Does this catheter have wings for securement? Yes. Stabilizing wings provide a larger surface area for taping down the catheter, which can help with securement.
• Can this catheter be seen on X-ray? Yes. The catheter is radiopaque for X-ray compatibility.

From Insyte-N by BD.