BD Peripheral IV Catheter Insyte-N® 20 Gauge 1.16" Retracting Needle, 50 EA/BX

Peripheral IV Catheter Insyte-N® 20 Gauge 1.16" Retracting Needle, 50 EA/BX

This peripheral IV catheter is an Insyte-N 20 gauge catheter with a retracting needle for disposable use. It fits buyers who want a safety-focused option for settings such as general exam rooms and dental procedures, with a push-button needle shield to help reduce accidental needle stick injuries. This sterile catheter has a straight hub, radiopaque design, and a catheter length of 1-1/4 inch.

Good Fit For

• General exam rooms
• Dental procedures
• Facilities prioritizing needlestick injury reduction
• Single-use peripheral IV catheter workflows

Key Features

• Retracting needle with push-button shielding helps reduce accidental needle stick injuries
• 20 gauge catheter supports peripheral IV catheter use
• Sterile, disposable format supports single-use clinical workflows
• Radiopaque construction can aid X-ray visibility
• Straight hub design for this specific catheter configuration
• BD Vialon catheter material is noted for ease of penetration and reduced IV restarts due to reduced complications

Applications and Usage

• Peripheral IV catheter placement in general exam rooms
• Peripheral IV access during dental procedures
• Clinical settings seeking a retracting needle safety feature
• Single-use sterile catheter workflows

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Material: Plastic.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This SKU is a 20 gauge option, so buyers should confirm it matches their preferred catheter gauge.
• The catheter uses a straight hub configuration, which may matter for standardization across a facility.
• The safety mechanism is a retracting needle with push-button activation, which may affect staff preference and training.

FAQ

• Does this peripheral IV catheter have a safety needle feature? Yes. This catheter uses a retracting needle with a push-button needle shielding device to help reduce accidental needle stick injuries.
• Is this catheter sterile? Yes. This peripheral IV catheter is sterile.
• What gauge is this Insyte-N catheter? This catheter is 20 gauge.
• Is the catheter radiopaque? Yes. The catheter is radiopaque for X-ray compatibility.
• Where might this catheter be used? Source information supports use in settings such as general exam rooms and dental procedures.

From Insyte-N by BD.