Obturator for I.V Catheter (Green) 18G, 1.3mm, 45mm Case of 500
Terumo
Injection & Infusion
IV catheter accessories / obturators
Certifications
IV catheter accessories / obturators
Description
The Terumo Obturator for I.V. Catheter (Green) - 18G, 1.3 mm, 45 mm is a sterile, single-use closure device designed for use with compatible Terumo I.V. catheters (e.g. Surflo, Versatus, Surshield series). Colour-coded green for 18G catheters, it is inserted into the catheter hub between intermittent infusions or aspirations to close the catheter lumen and help prevent blood reflux and clot formation. Each polypropylene obturator is supplied with a polyethylene protector, is latex-free and PVC-free, and is ethylene-oxide sterilised. Supplied as a case of 500 obturators for hospital, clinic and laboratory infusion therapy use.
Bnefits
Closes the IV catheter lumen between intermittent infusions or aspirations
Helps prevent blood reflux and clot formation inside the catheter
Colour-coded (green) to match 18G intravenous catheters for easy size identification
Sterile, single-use device to support infection prevention and patient safety
Latex-free and PVC-free construction reduces risk of latex allergy and PVC plasticizer exposure
Compatible with multiple Terumo IV catheter ranges (e.g. Surflo, Surflo S-Plus, Versatus, Surshield variants)
Supports maintenance of catheter patency, reducing the need for catheter replacement
Supplied in high-volume case of 500 for cost-efficient use in hospitals and clinics
Indications
Closure of compatible Terumo intravenous catheters between intermittent infusions or aspirations
Prevention of blood reflux and clot formation in the lumen of indwelling IV catheters
Use in hospital wards, theatres, infusion suites, day-case units and laboratories where IV lines are used intermittently
Use with Terumo Surflo, Surflo S-Plus, Surflo-W, Versatus and Surshield IV catheter families where an 18G obturator is specified
Composition
Obturator: medical-grade polypropylene
Protector cap: polyethylene
Device: does not contain PVC
Device: does not contain natural rubber latex
Sterilisation: ethylene oxide (EO)
Formulation
Non-medicinal, non-drug medical device
Rigid polypropylene obturator rod with colour-coded green hub for 18G catheters
Supplied with separate polyethylene protector
Sterile, single-use, non-pyrogenic IV accessory
Packaging
Case of 500 obturators
Each obturator supplied sterile in an individual blister pack
Blister packs labelled with batch number and expiry date
Outer shipping carton suitable for bulk hospital and clinic supply
Usage
Verify that the obturator size and colour (green, 18G, 1.3 mm, 45 mm) match the compatible IV catheter.
Check the unit pack integrity; do not use if the blister or packaging is damaged.
Perform hand hygiene and use appropriate aseptic technique before handling the device.
Open the sterile blister immediately prior to use.
Insert the obturator securely into the hub of the compatible IV catheter to close the lumen between intermittent infusions or aspirations.
Ensure the obturator is fully seated and stable before leaving the catheter unattended.
Remove the obturator before infusing fluids, administering medications or aspirating through the catheter.
Do not reuse or resterilise; dispose of the obturator safely as clinical sharps/waste after single use.
Store in original packaging until use and observe the expiry date printed on the pack.
Contraindications
Do not use if the sterile blister pack or packaging is damaged or opened before use.
Do not reuse or resterilise; single-use device only.
Not intended for direct intravascular infusion, injection or drug delivery.
Use only with compatible Terumo IV catheters of matching gauge and specification.
Use with caution or avoid in patients with known hypersensitivity to polypropylene, polyethylene or ethylene-oxide-sterilised polymer devices.
Adverse Effects
Potential local irritation or hypersensitivity reaction in patients with material allergies (e.g. to polypropylene, polyethylene or EO residues).
Risk of catheter occlusion, malfunction or loss of patency if the obturator is not correctly selected or seated.
Risk of infection or catheter-related complications if aseptic technique is not followed or if the device is reused contrary to instructions.
Storage Conditions
Store in a clean, dry environment in the original packaging.
Avoid storage at extreme temperatures and humidity.
Observe the labelled expiry date; typical shelf life up to 5 years from manufacture.
Protect from direct sunlight and physical damage to blister packs.
Duration
Used intermittently for as long as the compatible IV catheter remains in situ and requires closure between infusions; each obturator is single-use and should be discarded after one use.
Onset
Immediate mechanical closure of the IV catheter lumen and protection against blood reflux and clot formation upon correct insertion into the catheter hub.
