55T164C-Each
Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr
The 55T164C-Each Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr is a single-use, silicone-free suction catheter kit priced at $1.56. Designed for safe, hygienic airway clearance, it's ideal for home care and clinical settings requiring reliable, no-touch endotracheal suctioning.
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Key features
- No-Touch Design — Minimizes contamination risk
- 8 Fr Size — For pediatric or delicate airways
- Sterile Single-Use Kit — Ensures hygiene
- Tri-flo Technology — Efficient three-port suction
- Silicone-Free — Avoids material incompatibility
- Compact and Portable — Ideal for home or transport
- Ready-to-Use Packaging — Fast clinical setup
Pros
- +Reduces infection risk with no-touch use
- +Effective suction via triple distal eyelets
- +Suitable for sensitive or pediatric patients
- +Sterile and ready to use out of package
- +Silicone-free for broader compatibility
Cons
- −Single-use only, not reusable
- −8 Fr may be too small for some adults
- −No integrated collection chamber
About 55T164C-Each Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr
What is 55T164C-Each Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr?
The 55T164C-Each Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr is a sterile, disposable medical device used for endotracheal or tracheostomy suctioning. It supports safe airway management by enabling clinicians and caregivers to clear secretions without direct contact, reducing contamination risk. This 8 French size is suited for patients requiring a smaller catheter diameter, often used in pediatric or sensitive adult care. The kit is silicone-free, making it compatible with a broader range of medical protocols and materials.
Key features
- No-Touch Design — Minimizes contamination risk during insertion and use.
- 8 Fr Size — Ideal for pediatric or delicate airway suctioning needs.
- Sterile Single-Use Kit — Ensures hygiene and infection control.
- Tri-flo Technology — Allows efficient suction through three distal eyelets.
- Silicone-Free — Reduces risk of material incompatibility in sensitive applications.
- Compact and Portable — Convenient for home care, transport, and clinical use.
- Ready-to-Use Packaging — Simplifies setup in urgent or routine care.
Who is 55T164C-Each Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr for?
This catheter kit serves healthcare providers, home caregivers, and patients dependent on mechanical ventilation or tracheostomy care. It’s especially valuable in settings where infection control is critical, such as long-term care facilities, emergency transport, or post-surgical recovery. Pediatric patients and adults with narrow airways benefit from the 8 Fr size and gentle design.
How does 55T164C-Each Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr compare?
Compared to standard suction catheters, the Tri-flo design enhances secretion clearance with multiple distal ports, improving efficiency. Its no-touch feature offers better infection control than open suction systems. Unlike some kits containing silicone, this version eliminates potential material sensitivities. It competes well with other single-use kits in reliability and sterility, especially in home care environments where ease of use and safety are top priorities.
Best use cases
- →Pediatric tracheostomy suctioning
- →Home care for ventilator patients
- →Emergency airway clearance
- →Post-surgical respiratory support
- →Long-term care facility use
Is Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr right for you?
The 55T164C-Each Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr is best for caregivers managing tracheostomy or ventilator-dependent patients at home or in clinical settings. Suitable for all skill levels, it requires basic training in suction procedures. Consider larger French sizes for adult patients with higher secretion loads. Alternatives include reusable catheters or closed-system kits with collection bottles, but this kit offers a cost-effective, sterile option for routine or emergency use.
How it compares: Compared to standard polypropylene suction catheters, this no-touch kit offers superior infection control. It matches closed-system kits in safety but lacks an integrated canister. Versus reusable models, it ensures sterility but generates more waste. Ideal for short-term or hygiene-critical use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the French size of this catheter kit?
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The 55T164C-Each Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit is 8 French (Fr), making it suitable for pediatric patients or adults with smaller airways requiring gentle suctioning.
Does this catheter contain silicone?
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No, this catheter kit is silicone-free, which helps prevent material incompatibility and is preferred in certain clinical protocols where silicone sensitivity is a concern.
How does the no-touch design work?
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The no-touch design allows caregivers to insert and use the catheter without direct contact, reducing the risk of contamination and improving infection control during suctioning.
Is this suction catheter reusable?
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No, the 55T164C-Each Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit is designed for single-use only to maintain sterility and prevent cross-contamination between procedures.
Can this kit be used for home care?
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Yes, this kit is ideal for home care settings, especially for patients with tracheostomies or on ventilators, offering a sterile, easy-to-use solution for airway management.
How much does Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr cost?
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Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr is $1.56 at Diabetesstore.com. Prices may change — click through to Diabetesstore.com for the latest.
Is Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr in stock at Diabetesstore.com?
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Yes, Tri-flo No Touch Suction Catheter Kit 8 Fr is currently in stock at Diabetesstore.com.
Specifications
- Brand
- 55T164C-Each
- SKU
- 92345