Safety hypodermic needle 18G1/2 40mm (100)
The BD™ Blunt 18G 40mm hypodermic needle offers enhanced safety for preparing injections and transferring liquids. Its non-cutting 45° bevel pierces septa without risk of accidental skin penetration. Equipped with an integrated filter, it eliminates particles when opening ampoules. Sterile, latex-free and single-use, this pack of 100 units is suitable for demanding healthcare facilities.
| Brand: BD Becton Dickinson |
Référence |
305211 |
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Features
- Transfer needle with BD™Blunt safety device 18G x 40mm
- Non-sharp bevel at 45° angle: pierces septa without risk of accidental skin penetration
- Integrated filter: retains particles when aspirating from ampoules
- 18G diameter (1.2mm): allows rapid transfer of liquids, including viscous solutions
- Needle length: 40mm (1½ inch)
- Red hub and cap: immediate visual identification to avoid confusion with injection needles
- Sterile and single-use
- Latex-free: suitable for patients and healthcare workers with latex allergies
- Intended exclusively for injection preparation and liquid transfer between containers
- Not suitable for direct injection into patients
- Packaging: box of 100 units
- Manufacturer reference: 305211
"Enhanced safety for every preparation, because protecting the healthcare worker matters as much as protecting the patient."
Frequently asked questions
Can this BD™Blunt needle be used to inject a patient directly?
No, this needle is intended exclusively for liquid transfer and injection preparation. Its non-sharp bevel is designed to pierce septa on vials and ampoules, but must never be used for subcutaneous, intramuscular or intravenous injection.
What is the purpose of the integrated filter on the BD™Blunt transfer needle?
The filter retains glass particles or other debris that may detach when opening ampoules. This prevents these particles from being drawn into the syringe and potentially injected into the patient.
Why are the hub and cap of this needle red?
The red colour allows for rapid visual identification and clearly distinguishes this transfer needle from standard injection needles. This colour coding prevents usage errors in clinical settings where multiple types of needles are handled simultaneously.