Ethicon 634G CHROMIC GUT 5-0 Naturally BROWN 1X27" FS-2 Box of 12 *EXPIRED*

Ethicon Chromic Gut Sutures | Size 5-0 | 27" Length | FS-2 Needle | 634G

The Ethicon 634G is a precision absorbable monofilament suture composed of high-purity chromic gut. Sourced from bovine serosa, this naturally brown material is treated with chromium salts to delay enzymatic absorption and minimize tissue reaction. As a 5-0 gauge, it is a fine-diameter suture specifically engineered for delicate soft-tissue approximation where high-detail accuracy and minimal puncture trauma are required.

This configuration features the FS-2 (Fickling Small) needle, a 19mm Reverse Cutting needle. The reverse cutting geometry—with the cutting edge on the outer curvature—is the industrial standard for suturing tough tissues like skin or connective fascia, as it significantly reduces the risk of "suture cutout" under tension.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Model / REF: 634G

• Material: Chromic Gut (Bovine origin)

• Suture Size: 5-0 (Fine Gauge)

• Strand Length: 27 Inches (70 cm)

• Needle Name: FS-2 (Fickling Small)

• Needle Length: 19 mm

• Needle Shape: 3/8 Circle

• Point Type: Reverse Cutting

• Quantity: Box of 12 Foil Packets

Technical & Training Advantages

• Precision Skin Closure Geometry: The FS-2 reverse cutting needle is designed to pass through cutaneous layers with minimal resistance. In a training environment, this allows students to master the tactile "click" of proper needle driving without tearing the synthetic or cadaveric tissue.

• Extended 27" Working Length: The extra-long 27-inch strand is highly efficient for educational settings, allowing for a high number of interrupted sutures or a long continuous running stitch from a single packet.

• Natural Knot Security: Unlike synthetic monofilaments which can be "slick," chromic gut possesses a natural surface texture that provides exceptional knot security with fewer throws—ideal for teaching fundamental ligation techniques.

• Chromic-Slowing Absorption: While these units are expired, the chromic treatment originally provided functional strength for 14–21 days. This makes them excellent models for studying material degradation and tensile loss in laboratory settings.

• Fine-Diameter Versatility: The 5-0 size is the "gold standard" for learning delicate procedures such as oral surgery simulations, veterinary plastics, or fine-tissue reconstruction.

Applications (Non-Clinical)

• Surgical Education: Mastering hand-ties, instrument ties, and subcuticular closure techniques in medical or nursing simulation labs.

• Veterinary Training: Use in non-clinical anatomical studies and veterinary surgical skills assessments.

• Benchtop Testing: Evaluating the sharpness and durability of needle-holders or testing the friction coefficients of various tissue substitutes.

• Biomaterials Research: Comparative studies between natural collagen fibers and modern synthetic absorbables.

Condition & Disclaimer

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

• Important Usage Note: This product is EXPIRED.

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

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical instrumentation, Primis Medical ensures all training-grade inventory is handled with professional care to maintain its physical utility for simulation.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in original Ethicon packaging with additional reinforcement to protect the 19mm FS-2 needles and internal foil seals.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.