Description

The Gripper Plus™ Power P.A.C. Safety Port Access Needle by ICU Medical Inc. is a specialized medical device designed for healthcare professionals requiring secure and efficient access to implanted ports. This needle is engineered for both the administration and withdrawal of fluids, and it excels in the power injection of contrast media when used with compatible power-injectable venous access ports.

Key Features

• Safety Mechanism: Equipped with a robust safety mechanism, this needle provides both audible and visual confirmation upon removal, significantly reducing the risk of accidental needlestick injuries and exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• Patient Comfort: The thick cushioned needle platform enhances patient comfort, while the removable contoured grip allows for easy and precise insertion.
• Non-Coring Design: The non-coring, non-siliconized needle design ensures minimal tissue damage and reliable port access.

Configuration Options

• Extension Set: Comes with a 20 cm extension set, available with or without a Y-site (luer-activated needleless injection site), and features blue tubing for easy differentiation from non-power needles.
• Color-Coded Clamps: Includes color-coded clamps for straightforward identification and management.
• Aseptic Technique: Positively evaluated for Aseptic Non Touch Technique (ANTT®), promoting safer handling practices.

Performance Specifications

• Injection Rate: Capable of power injection rates up to 5 mL/sec with a pressure rating of up to 300 psi.
• MRI Compatibility: MR conditional up to 3 Tesla, making it suitable for use in various clinical settings.
• Priming Volume: Priming volumes are 0.3 mL (without Y-site) and 0.8 mL (with Y-site) for the 20 cm tubing.

Material and Safety

Constructed from high-quality materials such as acetal, EVA, acrylic copolymer, 304 stainless steel, LDPE, PVC with TOTM, and ABS. The needle is not made with natural rubber latex, DEHP plasticizer, or animal-derived substances, ensuring broad biocompatibility. It is sterilized using ethylene oxide for enhanced safety.

Available Configurations

• Gauge Sizes: Available in 19, 20, and potentially 22 gauge sizes.
• Needle Lengths: Offers needle lengths of 16 mm, 19 mm, 25 mm, and 32 mm.
• Packaging: Certain sizes and gauges are available in boxes of 12 units.

Additional Information

• Shelf Life: The product boasts a shelf life of 5 years, provided the packaging remains unopened and undamaged.
• Manufacturing: Crafted in Mexico, reflecting high standards of production quality.

This device is ideally suited for clinical environments that demand reliable, safe, and efficient port access, enhancing the overall quality of vascular access and infusion therapy management.