Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) |
| Manufacturer # | 382534 |
| Brand | Insyte® Autoguard® BC |
| Product Type | Shielded Peripheral IV Catheter |
| Gauge | 20G |
| Length | 1.16″ (29.5 mm) |
| Color Code | Pink |
| Design | Wingless, straight hub |
| Catheter Material | BD Vialon™ Biomaterial |
| Needle Type | Notched Instaflash™ Needle |
| Safety Mechanism | Push-button needle retraction |
| Flow Rate (Gravity) | 61 mL/min |
| Pressure Rating | 300 psi |
| X-Ray Compatibility | Radiopaque |
| Sterility | Sterile, single-use, latex-free |
| Packaging | 50 units per box, 200 per case |
| UNSPSC Code | 42221512 |
Key Features
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Enhanced Blood Control Technology: Shields catheter hub until initial luer connection, significantly reducing blood exposure and needlestick injuries.
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Push-Button Safety Mechanism: Activated at placement for consistent protection, ensuring the needle is fully encapsulated after use .
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First-Stick Confidence: Notched Instaflash™ needle provides tactile confirmation upon vein entry, improving first-stick success and reducing trauma.
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Soft Vialon™ Catheter: BD’s proprietary Vialon™ material reduces mechanical phlebitis, supporting longer dwell times (up to 69% reduction in phlebitis).
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Wingless Design: Slim and easy to conceal under dressings; ideal for adult and pediatric applications.
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High Flow Efficiency: Gravity flow rate of 61 mL/min—efficient fluid administration.
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Bulk Packaging: Sterile, latex-free catheters in a 50-unit box — convenient for central supply or procedure trays.
