Standard Male Adapter and T-Connector, Luer Slip
- Luer Slip male adapter plug; secure, reliable closure for IV catheters and female Luer connections between infusion sessions
- Integrated female cap for safe, sterile closure of the administration set when not in use
- Tight, reliable fit onto IV catheters or female Luer connections prevents accidental disconnection
- Low-profile design minimizes snagging on bandaging and improves patient comfort during recovery
- Single-use sterile packaging maintains line integrity between therapy sessions
Available in: USA
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Features & Benefits
The Standard Male Adapter and T-Connector, Luer Slip Standard Male Adapter Plug is the unsung hero of IV catheter management. When a patient isn't actively receiving fluids, the open catheter hub is a contamination risk. This Luer Slip adapter caps and seals the line cleanly, reducing the chance of introducing pathogens between therapy sessions.
The female cap keeps the male connector protected until the next connection event. The low-profile hub won't irritate the patient or snag on bandage material, making it a practical choice for patients in recovery or overnight observation.
- Luer Slip connection type
- Integrated female cap for sterile closure
- Low-profile, snag-resistant hub design
- Tight, reliable fit on standard female Luer ports
- Single-use sterile packaging
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Size Chart
| ITEM # | Description |
|---|---|
| IVMAP-LS | Standard Male Adapter Plug — Luer Slip |
How To
- After completing an infusion, flush the catheter with saline (or heparin per protocol).
- Remove the Standard Male Adapter and T-Connector, Luer Slip from sterile packaging.
- Thread the Luer Lock connector onto the catheter hub and tighten a quarter-turn to lock.
- Leave the female cap in place to protect the connector until next use.
- Secure the capped catheter with appropriate bandaging.
- Replace the adapter plug at each new infusion session or if contamination is suspected.
FAQ
Luer Lock threads into place and locks for maximum security — ideal when accidental disconnection would be dangerous. Luer Slip press-fits into place — faster to connect and disconnect for high-turnover situations.
No. The adapter plug caps the catheter hub mechanically but does not replace heparin or saline flushing. Always flush your catheter per your protocol before capping.
No. These are single-use sterile items. Reuse risks contamination of the IV catheter.
Where to Buy
Available in: USA
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