Obturator Male/Female Luer Lock Caps - Pack of 100

Reliable Sterility with Universal Luer Lock Caps

Luer lock caps have become an essential component in the medical field, particularly for securing intravenous (IV) lines and syringes. These caps, specifically designed for both male and female luer lock systems, are crucial in maintaining sterility and ensuring safety in various medical settings. Manufactured from high-quality polypropylene, these caps are both durable and safe, being latex-free and sterile. Available in a selection of colours, these caps can be matched to different hospital protocols, enhancing the organisation and safety of medical procedures. These red-coloured caps are individually wrapped to ensure sterility. The pack of 100 caps caters to the high-volume needs of medical facilities. Given their universal design, they can easily be used with standard IV connections and syringes, though they are not suitable for feeding syringes. These features make them an indispensable tool in hospitals, laboratories, pharmacies, and other healthcare environments.

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9 Benefits of the Obturator Luer Lock Caps

• Polypropylene Construction: Made from high-grade polypropylene, these caps offer both durability and safety, ensuring long-lasting performance even in demanding medical environments.
• Latex-Free: Specifically designed to be latex-free, these caps are ideal for patients and healthcare workers who have latex allergies, ensuring a safer environment for everyone.
• Sterile: Each cap is sterilised for safe use, reducing the risk of infection and contamination, vital for maintaining high hygiene standards in medical settings.
• Single-Use: Designed for single use, these caps help maintain sterility and prevent cross-contamination, a crucial aspect in patient care and medication preparation.
• Universal Design: With their universal compatibility, these caps fit standard male and female IV connections and syringes, making them versatile for various medical applications.
• Colour-Coded: The colour-coded design of these caps aids in adherence to hospital protocols and helps in easy identification, enhancing efficiency and safety.
• Ease of Use: Their design allows for simple and efficient application, making them user-friendly for healthcare professionals in fast-paced medical settings.
• Hospital Grade: Meeting rigorous medical standards, these caps are reliable for hospital-grade applications, ensuring safety and efficacy in patient care.
• Not Suitable for Feeding Syringes: These caps are specifically designed for standard IVs and syringes, and are not suitable for use with feeding syringes, ensuring correct application in medical procedures.

What are the Luer Lock Caps used for?

The Obturator Luer Lock Caps are primarily used for closing standard male and female IV connections and syringes. Their design ensures a secure attachment, capable of handling higher pressures and reducing the risk of leaks or disconnection. These caps are crucial for:

• Securing syringes and IV lines, preventing leaks and accidental disconnections.
• Maintaining sterility of syringes and IV lines, crucial for infection control.
• Reducing the risk of needlestick injuries to healthcare workers.
• Safely transporting and storing medications in syringes, keeping them uncontaminated.
• Mixing and preparing medications in a syringe, ensuring a secure seal during the preparation process.

How to Use the Luer Lock Caps

1. Ensure the syringe or IV connection point is clean.
2. Align the Luer Lock Cap with the luer lock of the syringe or IV connection.
3. Gently twist the cap clockwise until it is securely fastened.
4. Check for a tight seal to ensure no leaks.
5. After use, dispose of the cap properly as it is intended for single use.