Ethicon 9003G ETHILON 10-0 Black 1X12" CS140-6 6.5mm CS ULTIMA Ophthalmic Needles BX/12

Ethicon ETHILON™ Ophthalmic Suture | Size 10-0 | 12" Length | CS140-6 CS ULTIMA™ | 9003G

The Ethicon 9003G represents the pinnacle of microsurgical instrumentation, featuring an ultra-fine 10-0 monofilament composed of Polyamide 6 (Nylon). Specifically engineered for ophthalmic surgery, this suture is designed for the highest level of precision in corneal and high-detail anterior segment repairs.

This configuration utilizes the CS ULTIMA™ (Corneal Spatula) needle—the CS140-6. Measuring only 6.5mm, these needles feature a unique "spatulated" geometry with a reverse cutting edge. This allows the needle to plane through the delicate lamellar layers of the cornea without inadvertent deep penetration, providing the surgeon with unparalleled depth control.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Model / REF: 9003G

• Material: Polyamide 6 (Nylon Monofilament)

• Suture Size: 10-0 (Ultra-Fine / Microsurgical)

• Strand Length: 12 Inches (30 cm)

• Color: Black (Maximum Contrast for Microscopy)

• Needle Name: Dual CS140-6 (CS ULTIMA™)

• Needle Length: 6.5 mm

• Needle Shape: 140° Curvature (3/8 Circle)

• Point Type: Ultime Reverse Cutting / Spatulated

• Quantity: Box of 12 Foil Packets

• Expiration Date: 02/28/2026 (Expired/Near-Expiration)

Technical & Training Advantages

• CS ULTIMA™ Spatulated Precision: The CS140-6 needle is designed to "track" within thin tissue layers. In a training environment, this is essential for mastering corneal transplant (PKP) simulations and cataract incision closures, where maintaining a specific stromal depth is critical.

• 10-0 Micro-Monofilament Handling: The 10-0 diameter is nearly invisible to the naked eye, requiring high-power magnification. Training with the 9003G helps microsurgical residents develop the "feather-touch" required to prevent suture breakage and ensure perfect knot burial.

• Double-Armed Efficiency: Featuring a 6.5mm needle at both ends of the 12-inch strand, this configuration allows for continuous running corneal sutures or "parachute" techniques, facilitating bilateral anchoring in a single pass.

• Maximum Visual Contrast: The deep black pigmentation of the nylon provides a sharp reference point against the clear cornea or white sclera under a surgical microscope, ensuring every throw is precisely monitored.

• Low-Tissue Reactivity: Nylon 6 is biologically inert, providing a stable baseline for research studies involving corneal wound healing, astigmatism control, or pharmaceutical absorption.

Applications (Non-Clinical)

• Ophthalmic Residency Training: Mastering corneal suturing, iris repair simulations, and microscopic knot-tying.

• Veterinary Ophthalmology Labs: Use in non-clinical anatomical studies and veterinary microsurgical skills development.

• Microsurgical R&D: Testing the precision of robotic ophthalmic arms and evaluating new microscopic visualization systems.

• Biomechanical Research: Evaluating corneal tensile strength and the effects of various suturing patterns on topography.

Condition & Disclaimer

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

• Important Usage Note: This product is EXPIRED (02/28/2026).

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

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical technology, Primis Medical ensures all specialized ophthalmic inventory is stored in climate-controlled environments to preserve the micro-sharpness of the CS ULTIMA™ needles.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in a reinforced outer box to prevent any compression of the internal trays, protecting the 6.5mm CS140-6 needles from displacement or damage.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.