Ethicon J494H 4-0 Coated VICRYL Undyed 1X18" P-3 13mm BX/36

Ethicon J494H 4-0 Coated VICRYL Undyed Suture | P-3 13mm Prime Reverse Cutting | Box of 36

The Ethicon J494H is a high-precision Coated VICRYL® (Polyglactin 910) synthetic absorbable suture, specifically engineered for delicate soft tissue approximation where superior cosmetic results are paramount. This Size 4-0 undyed braided suture is a clinical favorite for subcuticular skin closures and facial surgery, providing a natural, low-visibility profile under the skin. Paired with the elite P-3 (Precision) needle, the J494H offers exceptional control and reduced penetration force, ensuring exact wound edge alignment in highly visible or sensitive anatomical areas.

The P-3 needle is a 13mm, 3/8 circle Prime™ Reverse Cutting needle. Constructed from proprietary ETHALLOY® needle alloy, this MultiPass™ needle is designed to maintain its "surgical-grade" sharpness through multiple passes, significantly reducing tissue trauma and the risk of post-operative scarring.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: Coated VICRYL®

• Model/Part Number: J494H

• Suture Size: 4-0 (USP)

• Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Material: Coated Braided Polyglactin 910

• Color: Undyed (Natural/White) for a "disappearing" subsurface look

• Needle Name: P-3 Prime™

• Needle Type: 13mm, 3/8 Circle, Reverse Cutting

• Specialty: MultiPass™ Technology & ETHALLOY® Construction

• Quantity: High-Capacity Box of 36 Individual Sterile Packets

Technical & Professional Advantages

• Prime™ Needle Geometry: The P-3 needle features a specialized tip design that requires up to 30% less penetration force than standard cutting needles, allowing for effortless passage through tough dermis without "bunching" the tissue.

• MultiPass™ Durability: Engineered to remain sharp pass after pass, the MultiPass™ coating ensures consistent performance throughout the entire closure, making it ideal for intricate interrupted suturing.

• Superior Tensile Strength: As a Size 4-0 suture, it provides reliable mechanical support during the critical early healing window, retaining approximately 75% of its strength at 14 days and 50% at 21 days.

• Exceptional Braided Handling: The proprietary coating ensures a smooth "zip" through tissues with minimal drag, while the braided structure provides the superior knot security required for tension-free closures.

• Predictable Absorption: Undergoes complete absorption via hydrolysis within 56 to 70 days, allowing the suture to vanish once the tissue has successfully regained its natural structural integrity.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Brand New in Original Factory Packaging.

• Integrity: Both the internal sterile foil barriers and the outer manufacturer's box are fully intact and factory-sealed, ensuring the chemical and structural integrity of the Polyglactin 910.

• Storage & Handling: Primis Medical manages all sterile inventory in a temperature-controlled environment, strictly adhering to AAMI and OEM standards.

• Expertise: Our staff has over 25 years of experience in Hospital Materials, ensuring your precision sutures are authentic, unexpired, and ready for the operating room.

Shipping

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.

• Secure Logistics: Suture boxes are carefully packaged to protect the delicate 13mm P-3 needles and sterile foil seals from environmental stressors during transit.