20G x 1.88" | BD Insyte Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter | 50/box | 381037

The BD Insyte™ Autoguard™ BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter is designed for peripheral intravenous access. It combines blood control technology with a safety needle shielding mechanism. The product is designed to help reduce blood exposure and needlestick injury risks during IV catheter placement.

Model 381037 features a 20G catheter with a 1.88-inch length. BD lists this configuration with a pink hub. The catheter uses BD Vialon™ biomaterial, which is designed to soften after placement in the vein. This material is intended to support longer dwell times and reduce mechanical phlebitis.

The integrated blood control technology helps limit blood leakage during catheter insertion. BD states that venous compression is not required during insertion with this technology. The blood control septum helps contain blood until a secure Luer connection is established. This can help reduce blood exposure and disruption during catheter placement.

The catheter also incorporates BD Instaflash™ Needle Technology. BD designed this technology to provide immediate confirmation of vessel entry. It is included on the 18G to 24G catheter configurations. This can help clinicians identify blood return during insertion and support first-stick success.

The Autoguard™ safety mechanism uses a push-button activation system. When activated, the needle retracts and becomes enclosed within the safety barrel. This design helps reduce the risk of accidental needlestick injuries after catheter placement.

BD lists the 20G x 1.88-inch configuration with a 54 mL/min gravity flow rate. The catheter has an inner diameter ranging from approximately 0.7620 to 0.8382 mm. Its outer diameter ranges from approximately 1.0516 to 1.1176 mm.

Key Features - Insyte Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter

• BD Insyte™ Autoguard™ BC Pro shielded IV catheter
• Blood control technology
• 20G x 1.88" (48 mm) configuration
• BD Vialon™ catheter biomaterial
• BD Instaflash™ Needle Technology
• Push-button needle retraction
• Designed to reduce accidental needlestick injuries
• Helps minimize blood exposure
• Blood control septum helps contain blood
• Pink hub
• Gravity flow rate: 54 mL/min
• Sterile, single-use device
• 50 catheters per shelf box
• 200 catheters per case
• Product/catalog number: 381037

The BD Insyte Autoguard BC Pro 20G x 1.88" IV Catheter provides a safety-focused option for peripheral IV access. Its blood control technology, Vialon™ catheter material, and automatic needle shielding support efficient clinical catheter placement. Use this device according to the manufacturer's instructions and applicable clinical protocols.

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