Ethicon SA8H 2 PERMA HAND BLACK 2X60" TIE Box of 36

Ethicon PERMA-HAND® Silk 2 Ligating Tie | SA8H | 60" Black | 2 Strands/Packet | BX/36

The Ethicon SA8H is an ultra-heavy-duty, non-absorbable surgical tie designed for procedures requiring maximum tensile strength and the superior knot security of natural silk. Composed of high-quality organic silk fibers, the PERMA-HAND® series is the global gold standard for manual ligation. This Size 2 configuration is one of the thickest and strongest silk ties available, making it the premier choice for securing heavy fascia, ligating large vascular pedicles, and performing "stick-ties" in high-tension anatomical sites.

As a non-needled (pre-cut) tie, the SA8H is engineered for rapid intraoperative use. Each sterile packet contains two extra-long 60-inch (150 cm) strands, providing an expansive length of material that can be customized or used for deep-cavity ligations where standard ties are too short.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: PERMA-HAND®

• Model / REF: SA8H

• Suture Size: 2 (5.0 metric) — Maximum Heavy-Duty Grade

• Length: 60 Inches (150 cm) per strand — "Super-Tie" Length

• Configuration: 2 Strands per Packet (High-yield length)

• Material: Braided Surgical Silk (Proteinaceous)

• Color: Black (Logwood dyed for high visual contrast)

• Needle: Non-Needled (Pre-cut Ties)

• Quantity: Full Box of 36 Sterile Packets (72 Total 60" Strands)

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Unrivaled "Lock-Tight" Knot Security: The braided geometry of natural silk creates a high-friction mechanical lock. Once a knot is seated with Size 2 silk, it remains securely in place without the "creep" or slippage common in synthetic materials—a critical safety feature when ligating major structures.

• Exceptional Handling and Pliability: PERMA-HAND® silk is processed to remove natural waxes and sericin, then coated with a proprietary wax/silicone mixture. This results in a suture with "zero memory" that remains supple, allowing for precise manual "tie-downs" even in deep, hard-to-reach surgical fields.

• 60-Inch Versatility: The 150 cm length is significantly longer than standard 18" or 30" ties. This allows the surgical team to cut the strands into multiple shorter lengths as needed or use the full length for continuous ligation techniques in complex abdominal or thoracic reconstructions.

• Permanent Structural Integrity: Classified as a non-absorbable suture, silk provides the long-term mechanical support required for permanent vessel occlusion and deep-layer stability. Over time, it is encapsulated by connective tissue with minimal inflammatory response.

• High Contrast Visualization: The deep black pigment provides an immediate visual reference against blood and internal organs, ensuring the surgical team can monitor knot placement and integrity under bright OR lighting.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: This item is securely contained within its original, undamaged manufacturer's packaging. Both the 36 individual sterile packets and the outer box are intact, ensuring absolute sterility and clinical performance.

• Expertise: With over 25 years of experience in surgical and specialty supplies, Primis Medical verifies that all Ethicon stock is rigorously inspected for expiration viability and seal integrity.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced packaging to maintain the sterile integrity of the 36-count box during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.