{"product_id":"introcan-safety-3-pur-18g-13x32mm-ap","title":"Introcan Safety 3 PUR IV Catheter 18G 1.3 x 32mm","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ai-summary\" style=\"background:#f8f9fa;border-left:4px solid #0057a8;padding:12px 16px;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eClinical Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e The B. Braun Introcan Safety® 3 PUR IV Catheter (18G × 1.3 × 32mm) is a closed-system peripheral intravenous catheter with a fully automatic passive needlestick protection mechanism and integrated multi-access blood control septum. The polyurethane (PUR) cannula body provides superior vascular conformability and kink resistance compared to PTFE\/FEP materials, reducing the risk of catheter failure during extended dwell periods. This device is indicated for peripheral venous access for fluid and medication administration, blood pressure monitoring, and blood sampling in adult and paediatric acute care settings.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Introcan Safety® 3 is B. Braun's third-generation closed peripheral IV catheter, designed to eliminate passive needlestick injury risk through a fully automatic safety shield that activates without requiring clinician action. The integrated blood control septum minimises blood exposure during insertion and connection changes, reducing the risk of blood-borne pathogen transmission to healthcare workers. The 18G PUR catheter is the clinical workhorse gauge for general-purpose peripheral access requiring moderate flow rates — compatible with blood product administration (18G minimum), contrast media, and routine IV therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead style=\"background:#0057a8;color:#fff;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB. Braun Melsungen AG, Germany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntrocan Safety® 3 PUR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGauge \/ Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18G (1.3mm OD × 32mm length)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCannula Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyurethane (PUR) — kink-resistant, soft in situ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety Mechanism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully automatic passive needlestick protection (ISO 23908)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-access blood control septum — minimises blood exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlow Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 85 mL\/min at 300 psi (18G)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Injector Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — rated to 325 psi (14G–24G)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSterility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSterile, single-use, EO sterilised\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatex Content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDEHP Content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDEHP-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHub Colour (ISO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen (18G per ISO 10555 colour coding)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulatory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE Marked (EU MDR 2017\/745); ISO 10555; ISO 23908 needlestick safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividual sterile blister pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold as\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBox of 50 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Indications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeripheral intravenous access for fluid administration (crystalloids, colloids, blood products)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIV medication delivery including antibiotics, analgesics, and chemotherapy agents\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlood sampling via peripheral venous route (reduces need for additional venepuncture)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eContrast media injection for CT imaging (power-injector rated to 325 psi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEmergency vascular access in resuscitation and perioperative settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSubcutaneous infusion therapy (hypodermoclysis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGauge Selection Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead style=\"background:#0057a8;color:#fff;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGauge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOD × Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlow Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary Indication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.3mm × 32mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~85 mL\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood products, CT contrast, routine IV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.1mm × 32mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~65 mL\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneral IV therapy, paediatric adults\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.9mm × 25mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~36 mL\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaediatric, fragile veins, slow infusions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommunity Consensus: Clinical Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why choose PUR over FEP\/PTFE for peripheral IV catheters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Polyurethane (PUR) cannulae soften to body temperature after insertion, conforming to vessel geometry and reducing mechanical phlebitis rates. FEP (fluoroethylenepropylene) is firmer, preferred for arterial lines and special procedures. For routine peripheral IV access requiring extended dwell time, PUR is the evidence-preferred material — associated with lower infiltration and phlebitis rates in published Infusion Nurses Society (INS) clinical guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the Introcan Safety 3 suitable for blood transfusion?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes. 18G is the minimum recommended gauge for whole blood and packed red blood cell (PRBC) transfusion per BCSH (British Committee for Standards in Haematology) and AABB guidelines. The 20G may be used for slow transfusions with risk of haemolysis; 22G is generally contraindicated for blood product administration except in extremis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the maximum recommended dwell time for peripheral IV catheters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: The INS 2021 Infusion Therapy Standards of Practice recommend replacement of peripheral IV catheters based on clinical indication (i.e., not on a routine 72–96 hour schedule). Catheters should be assessed at each shift for signs of phlebitis, infiltration, or occlusion and replaced when clinically indicated rather than prophylactically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the passive safety mechanism activate reliably in high-speed withdrawal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: The Introcan Safety 3 passive shield activates automatically upon needle withdrawal from the catheter hub, independent of withdrawal speed or clinician technique. This distinguishes it from active safety devices that require deliberate clinician activation, providing protection even in unexpected or emergent needle removal scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the minimum order quantity available through EMIS+?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: The Introcan Safety 3 PUR IV Catheters are sold in boxes of 50 units per gauge. 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