Three Way Stopcock With Extension Tube

Description

1. Product Overview

The Three Way Stopcock With Extension Tube is a precision-engineered fluid management device designed for critical medical and laboratory applications requiring secure, directional flow control. Its primary industrial use lies in intravenous (IV) therapy, pressure monitoring, and fluid sampling within hospital, clinical, and research settings. The key value proposition is the integration of a flexible extension tube with a leak-proof, low-resistance stopcock, enabling clinicians to reduce dead space, minimize infection risk, and enhance patient safety during repeated access. Strategically, this product is vital as global healthcare systems prioritize closed-system fluid handling to combat catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI) and improve procedural efficiency.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition / Material Components

  • Stopcock body: Medical-grade polycarbonate (PC) or ABS

  • Stopcock rotor: High-density polyethylene (HDPE)

  • Extension tube: Non-toxic, DEHP-free PVC or thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU)

  • Luer connectors: ISO 594-1 compliant polypropylene (PP)

• Purity / Grade

  • USP Class VI biocompatibility, ISO 10993 certified

  • Latex-free, phthalate-free, and sterilized via ethylene oxide (EtO) or gamma radiation

• Physical Characteristics

  • Color: Transparent body with blue/red rotor indicator

  • Tube length: Customizable (15 cm, 30 cm, 45 cm typical)

  • Inner diameter (tube): 1.5 mm – 2.5 mm

  • Dead space volume: < 0.15 mL

  • Pressure rating: ≤ 300 psi (dynamic)

• Packaging Options

  • Individually sealed peel-pouch (sterile)

  • Bulk non-sterile: 100 pieces/bag, 20 bags/carton

• Shelf Life

  • 3 years from date of manufacture under controlled storage (10–30°C, <60% RH)

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Primary Industries

  • Acute care hospitals (ICU, ER, OR)

  • Dialysis centers

  • Clinical research laboratories

  • Veterinary medicine

• Specific Operational Use Cases

  • Multi-line IV infusions with medication port access

  • Invasive blood pressure monitoring (arterial lines)

  • Closed blood sampling systems

  • Epidural or continuous regional anesthesia administration

• Performance Advantages Over Alternatives

  • Lower contamination risk: Integrated extension tube reduces disconnection events compared to standalone stopcocks.

  • Reduced dead space: Optimized rotor design minimizes fluid waste and drug mixing errors.

  • Durability: Rotor withstands >500 actuations without leakage vs. 300 for standard models.

  • Cost efficiency: Single-unit assembly lowers procurement and assembly labor costs by 18–22% per procedure.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency

  • 100% in-process leak testing (30 psi air) and visual inspection via automated vision systems. Lot traceability to ISO 13485:2016.

• Supply Reliability

  • Dual manufacturing sites (Asia, Europe) with 4-week lead time for standard SKUs. Safety stock of 2M units across regional hubs.

• Logistics Capability

  • Real-time shipment tracking, temperature-controlled warehousing, and expedited customs documentation for 50+ countries.

• Price Competitiveness

  • Tiered pricing (10–15% below major brands like B. Braun or BD) for enterprise contracts ≥50,000 units/year.

• Sustainability

  • 30% post-industrial recycled content in secondary packaging. PVC-free tube option available for eco-preferable sourcing.

• Technical Support

  • Dedicated clinical application engineers, full IFU in 12 languages, and CAD drawings for integration into custom manifold systems.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)

  • 5,000 units (sterile, standard packaging)

  • 20,000 units (non-sterile, bulk)

• BULK 20MT Loading Capacity

  • Approximately 1.2 million units per 20FT container (assuming 45 cm tube length, sterile pouch + carton)

  • Exact unit count varies ±5% based on tube length and packaging density. Container load planning sheet available upon request.