SAM IO® Training Needles Pack of 15

SAM IO

Injection & Infusion

Intraosseous access training needles

Manufactured by SAM Medical Products under an ISO 13485 Certified quality management system for medical devices.
Training Only IO needle set; not intended or labelled for clinical use on patients and therefore not supplied as a CE Marked or MHRA Approved invasive medical device.

Manufactured by SAM Medical Products under an ISO 13485 Certified quality management system for medical devices.
Training Only IO needle set; not intended or labelled for clinical use on patients and therefore not supplied as a CE Marked or MHRA Approved invasive medical device.

Intraosseous access training needles

Description

SAM IO® Training Needles - Pack of 15 are 15g intraosseous (IO) training needles designed exclusively for simulated use with the SAM IO® Training Driver and SAM IO® Training Kit. Supplied as a mixed pack of 15 needles (5 x 15 mm pink, 5 x 25 mm blue, 5 x 45 mm yellow), they replicate clinical intraosseous access in training environments without being used on patients. Each needle consists of a stylet/catheter assembly with a snap-fit hub that locks securely into the SAM IO® Driver. The unique 5-point grind and optimised needle-tip geometry enable smooth penetration of cortical bone in training models, allowing realistic practice of fast, stable IO access when IV access is difficult or impossible. These needles are non-sterile and for training use only.

Bnefits

Specifically designed for intraosseous access training, enabling realistic simulation of IO procedures when vascular access is difficult or impossible.
15g stylet/catheter combination with secure snap-fit hub provides a stable connection to the SAM IO® Driver during insertion.
Unique 5-point grind and optimised needle-tip geometry promote smooth, efficient penetration of simulated cortical bone for rapid, accurate access in time-critical training scenarios.
Supplied as a mixed pack of three colour-coded lengths (15 mm pink, 25 mm blue, 45 mm yellow) to support site- and patient-size-specific placement practice.
Compatible with the SAM IO® Training Kit and training “sawbones” or other simulation models used in education and skills labs.
Non-sterile, reusable in accordance with local training and simulation protocols (not for clinical use on patients).

Indications

Simulation and skills training in intraosseous (IO) access using the SAM IO® Driver and training models.
Education of clinicians, paramedics, military medics, and students in gaining fast, stable IO access when IV access is difficult or not possible.
Practice of IO placement at recommended training sites such as proximal tibia (adults), humeral head (adults) and distal tibia (paediatrics, on models only).

Composition

15g intraosseous training needles comprising a stylet and catheter (needle assembly) with snap-fit hub designed to interface with the SAM IO® Driver.
Metal needle shaft (training-grade metal alloy, typically stainless-steel) with 5-point cutting grind, and plastic hub components.
Non-sterile training construction (not intended for clinical, in-patient use).

Formulation

Mechanical intraosseous training needle (no medicinal or pharmaceutical formulation).
Stylet/catheter assembly with snap-fit connection for use with the manually actuated SAM IO® Driver.

Packaging

Pack of 15 SAM IO® Training Needles.
Mixed set containing 5 x 15 mm pink needles, 5 x 25 mm blue needles and 5 x 45 mm yellow needles.
Supplied in manufacturer packaging suitable for storage and transport within training and education environments.

Usage

For training and simulation use only. Do NOT use on human or animal patients.
Use only with the SAM IO® Training Driver and compatible SAM IO® Training Kit components, following the training kit instructions and institutional protocols.
Select needle length based on the simulated patient size and insertion site: 15 mm (pink) for paediatric or small anatomy, 25 mm (blue) for standard adult use, 45 mm (yellow) for bariatric or high soft-tissue depth training scenarios.
Attach the training needle to the SAM IO® Driver using the snap-fit hub, ensuring it is fully seated and locked before use.
Identify the appropriate simulated insertion site (e.g. proximal tibia, humeral head, distal tibia on training models) and follow standard IO landmarking and technique as taught in training.
Actuate the SAM IO® Driver according to its instructions (repeated trigger compression while applying controlled pressure) to advance the needle through the simulated cortical bone into the medullary space of the training model.
Once correct depth is achieved in the model, stabilise the needle and follow the training scenario requirements (e.g. attach extension tubing, confirm flow, etc., using training equipment only).
After the training session, carefully remove the needle from the model and handle as a sharp device; dispose of or re-use only in accordance with local training policies and manufacturer guidance.
Store needles safely between sessions to prevent damage or accidental injury. Replace needles that become visibly bent, damaged or excessively worn.

Contraindications

Not intended for clinical use on human or animal patients.
Do not use in any situation where sterile, clinically approved intraosseous access is required.
Should not be used in magnetic resonance (MRI) environments, as the needle assembly is not MRI-compatible.
Do not use if any part of the needle assembly is visibly damaged, bent, or unable to lock securely into the SAM IO® Driver.

Adverse Effects

Because the product is for simulation and training only, there are no direct patient adverse effects; however, there is a risk of sharps injury to users if the needles are mishandled.
Potential for damage to training models or manikins if needles are inserted incorrectly, excessively forced, or reused beyond recommended limits.
Improper training use (e.g. incorrect landmarking technique) may lead to poor skill acquisition, which could indirectly affect real-world clinical performance if not corrected through proper instruction and supervision.

Storage Conditions

Store in a clean, dry environment at room temperature.
Keep in original packaging or a suitable sharps-safe training container when not in use to protect needle tips and prevent accidental injury.
Avoid exposure to moisture, corrosive environments or extreme temperatures that may degrade materials or performance.
Keep out of reach of unauthorised personnel and children.