Smiths Medical Peripheral IV Catheter Protectiv 14 Gauge 1.25" Retracting Safety Needle, 50 EA/BX

Peripheral IV Catheter Protectiv 14 Gauge 1.25" Retracting Safety Needle, 50 EA/BX

This peripheral IV catheter is a sterile, disposable option with a 14 gauge size and a 1.25 inch catheter length. It fits buyers looking for a safety-focused IV catheter for clinical workflows where manual needle retraction and a retracting safety needle matter. Key specs include a radiopaque catheter, 300 psi pressure rating, and flow rate of 325 mL per minute.

Good Fit For

• IV access setups that call for a 14 gauge catheter
• Clinical environments using manual needle retraction safety devices
• Facilities that prefer radiopaque peripheral IV catheters
• Single-use sterile catheter purchasing

Key Features

• 14 gauge peripheral IV catheter for higher-flow IV access needs
• 1.25 inch catheter length supports selection by insertion preference and protocol
• Retracting safety needle with manual needle retraction for sharps safety workflow
• Radiopaque construction helps with visibility under X-ray
• 300 psi pressure rating supports pressure-related IV applications within product specs
• Sterile, disposable design for single-use clinical settings

Applications and Usage

• Establishing peripheral IV access in care settings
• Selecting a safety IV catheter for sharps-conscious workflows
• Using a radiopaque catheter when X-ray visibility is needed
• Choosing a catheter for applications requiring up to 300 psi pressure rating

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Material: Plastic.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This model uses manual needle retraction rather than an automatic retraction mechanism.
• The catheter is without port, which may affect line selection and workflow preference.
• The hub is straight and made of plastic.
• Color code is orange for visual size identification.

FAQ

• Does this peripheral IV catheter have a safety needle? Yes. This peripheral IV catheter uses a retracting safety needle with manual needle retraction.
• What size is this catheter? This catheter is 14 gauge with a 1.25 inch catheter length.
• Is the catheter sterile and disposable? Yes. The catheter is sterile and intended for disposable, single-use application.
• Does this IV catheter include a port? No. This model is without port.
• Is the catheter radiopaque? Yes. The catheter is radiopaque for X-ray compatibility.

From Protectiv by Smiths Medical.