Manfred Sauer IQ Cath Hydrophilic Catheter with Flexible Silicone Tip

Description

The Manfred Sauer IQ Cath Hydrophilic is a male intermittent urinary catheter designed for single use in sterile procedure settings. This non-activated version requires clean water or saline to activate the hydrophilic coating before use. Once prepared, the surface becomes slippery to support low-friction passage during catheterisation.

A key feature of this variant is its soft, flexible rounded tip, described for this model as a silicone tip, which is intended to support gentler insertion. Behind the tip is an approximately 5 cm flexible zone that can assist navigation, while the stiffer shaft or guiding zone helps provide control during handling. The catheter also includes smooth rounded eyelets to support urine drainage while aiming to minimise irritation.

Design Features

• Hydrophilic low-friction coating activated with water or saline
• Soft flexible rounded silicone tip
• Approximately 5 cm flexible section behind the tip
• Stiffer shaft for guidance and handling control
• Smooth rounded eyelets
• Soft easy-grip funnel
• Colour-coded funnel for size identification
• Compatible with common urine collection bags
• Hands-free packaging for this variant

Size and Format

The catheter has an overall length of 43 cm, with some sources also listing a 40 cm effective length. Consistently supported sizes include 10 Fr, 12 Fr, 14 Fr, and 16 Fr. It is individually sterile packed and is commonly supplied in boxes of 30.

Intended Use

This male hydrophilic intermittent catheter is designed to support a smoother, gentler catheterisation experience. The flexible tip and lubricious activated coating may be particularly useful where reduced friction is important, including for users managing urethral narrowings or strictures.