Covidien SN-5698 Monosof 5-0 1X18" P-13 Monofilament BX/36

Covidien Monosof™ Nylon Suture | Size 5-0 | 18" Length | P-13 Needle | SN-5698

The Covidien SN-5698 is a high-precision, non-absorbable monofilament suture composed of Nylon (Polyamide). Monosof™ is engineered for exceptional tensile strength and a remarkably smooth surface, which minimizes tissue drag and trauma during placement. As a 5-0 gauge, this suture is a staple for delicate soft-tissue approximation, providing the fine diameter necessary for high-detail cosmetic and reconstructive closures.

This configuration features the P-13 precision needle, which utilizes an Edgellant™ cutting point. This specialized cutting geometry is designed to maintain extreme sharpness through multiple passes of tough cutaneous or dermal tissue, ensuring a clean, precise entry and reducing the force required for penetration.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Covidien (Medtronic)

• Model / REF: SN-5698

• Brand: Monosof™

• Material: Nylon Monofilament (Polyamide)

• Suture Size: 5-0 (Fine Gauge)

• Strand Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Color: Black (Maximum Visual Contrast)

• Needle Name: P-13

• Needle Length: 13 mm

• Needle Shape: 3/8 Circle

• Point Type: Edgellant™ Cutting Point

• Quantity: Box of 36 Individual Packets

Technical & Training Advantages

• Low Tissue Reactivity: Monosof™ is a biologically inert monofilament. In research settings, this provides a stable, non-inflammatory baseline for studying wound healing, skin tension, and chronic material-tissue interaction.

• Edgellant™ Needle Precision: The P-13 needle is specifically honed for cosmetic and reconstructive work. Training with the SN-5698 helps residents master the "flip-of-the-wrist" technique required for 3/8 circle needles in tight or superficial anatomical planes.

• High-Contrast Visibility: The deep black pigmentation provides a sharp visual reference against various tissue backgrounds, which is essential for recorded surgical simulations or robotic camera tracking.

• Superior Handling: Unlike some stiff synthetic monofilaments, Monosof™ is processed to be more pliable, providing better tactile feedback and more reliable "knot-down" for students learning instrument and hand-tying.

• Smooth-Pass Monofilament: The lack of a braided structure means there are no interstices for bacterial colonization, making this an ideal model for teaching sterile wound management and suture removal techniques.

Applications (Non-Clinical)

• Surgical Residency Labs: Mastering fine-detail skin closures, interrupted cutaneous stitches, and plastic surgery patterns.

• Veterinary Training: Use in non-clinical anatomical studies and veterinary surgical skills development for small animal models.

• R&D & Device Testing: Evaluating the precision of robotic needle drivers or testing the drag coefficients of synthetic skin analogs with fine-gauge monofilaments.

• Biomechanical Research: Studying the effects of suture tension on superficial tissue perfusion in benchtop models.

Condition & Disclaimer

• Status: NEW — Original Packaging. Individual foil packets remain hermetically sealed.

• Important Usage Note: These items are Expired or near-expiration.

• Restricted Use: Sold strictly for Research, Testing, and Instructional use. It is NOT intended for human or veterinary clinical use. Efficacy and sterile integrity for implantation cannot be guaranteed due to its expired status.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical technology, Primis Medical ensures all research-grade inventory is stored in climate-controlled environments to maintain the mechanical integrity of the nylon strand.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in a reinforced outer box to protect the 13mm P-13 needles and ensure the internal foil seals remain intact during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.