C19PU-RCA1301
Catheter for rat carotid artery, PU 1.9-3Fr 16.5cm, collars @ 3.5, 8cm. Fits 22ga
Description
Our rat carotid artery catheters (CACs) are made of polyurethane that has been specially extruded for an ideal fit with PinPorts™ and Vascular Access Buttons™. The straight 2Fr catheters connect to 25ga PinPorts or VABs; two-piece catheters transition to 3Fr for 22ga connectors. (In general, we prefer straight catheters are preferred because they are more reliable and less expensive to manufacture.)
Features and Benefits
- Medical-grade polyurethane tubing for biocompatibility and excellent fit on devices
- Available with either rounded tips (for ease of insertion and to minimize trauma to the vessel wall), or square tips (for reduced cost on shorter-term studies)
- Silicone collars for anchoring in the vessel
- Optional sleeves for high-pressure connections
- Manufactured in a clean room, individually packaged and EtO sterilized
