SmartSite® Needle-free Valve
Carefusion's award-winning Smart-Site® needle-free valve is one of the most widely-used in the world earning its reputation as a proven, reliable system. An estimated 600,000 to 1 million needlestick injuries to healthcare workers occur every year. Jon-related needlesticks can lead to serious or potentially fatal infections from bloodborne pathogens. The SmartSite needle-free valve helps to protect your staff from potential and harmful injuries.
With a smooth, swabbbable surface designed to help clinicians disinfect every access point, our SmartSite technology comes standard on our extensive line of IV sets and accessories that includes primary, gravity, secondary, and extension sets.
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FEATURES
The ergonomic design of the SmartSite makes it easy to use. The SmartSite features:
- Flat, smooth top: easy-to-swab
- Straight-through, non-tortuous fluid path: reduces the risk of hemolysis
- Needle-free: reduces needlestick injuries
- Passive System: increases compliance and eliminates the need for caps and cannulas
- Labeled for use with low pressure power injectors up to 325 psi and maximum flow rate of 10mL per sec: can be used in radiology (only item codes 2000E, 20019E, 20039E, 20041E and 10011253)
- High chemical compatibility and lipid resistant: suitable for use with a variet of drugs
- Metal free: can be used in MRI
- DEHP-free: suitable for neonates, pediatrics, and adults
- Latex-free: eliminates potential for latex sensitivity
AWARDS
1. National Society of Professional Engineers. New product award for SmartSite Needle-free Valve (2000)
2. North Carolina Governor's New Product Award (1999)
3. Medical Design Excellence Awards (Winner for SmartSite Needle-free Valve) (1998)
