Flexible Teflon Gavaging needles w/ Bite protector - 18G-38mm - Box/100

Teflon and Flexible Plastic (PTFE) Needles were developed to satisfy the demands of those researchers who require a low cost single use needle for critical applications. PTFE and Teflon feeding tubes for rodent oral gavage are flexible to reduce the risk of trauma and disposable to eliminate the cost of cleaning and the chance of compound crossover. Flexible tubes are often recommended as an animal welfare refinement over rigid metal tubes.

The feeding tubes use medical grade Teflon or PFTE material to minimize the risk of interactions with test compounds. The soft silicon tip is designed to prevent inadvertent placement in the trachea and reduce the risk of perforation. The feeding tubes are available in a variety of diameters and lengths for use in rodents ranging in size from mouse pups to rats to hamsters, guinea pigs and rabbits.

Proper restraint and dosing technique are critical, and the technique can vary between flexible and rigid tubes. Inquire for more detail or assistance with size selections.

Features:

• Plastic (PTFE) tube is softer than other tubing types, is very flexible, and translucent for easy confirmation of reagent delivery
• Low friction protects delicate organs
• Metal bite protectors to prevent bite throughs
• Plastic luer hubs and soft silicone tips
• Non-toxic and non-pyrogenic
• 5 needles per sterile peel pouch - 20 pouches per box