Ethicon ETHILON™ Nylon Suture | Size 4-0 | 18" Length | PS-4 MULTI-PASS™ | 1603G

The Ethicon 1603G is a high-precision, non-absorbable monofilament suture composed of Polyamide 6 (Nylon). Ethilon™ is renowned for its high tensile strength and exceptionally low tissue reactivity, making it the clinical standard for cutaneous (skin) closure. As a 4-0 gauge, this suture provides a fine-diameter strand that balances structural security with superior cosmetic results.

This specific configuration features the PS-4 (Plastic Surgery) needle with MULTI-PASS™ technology. The needle is engineered to maintain its sharpness over multiple passes through tough dermal tissue, while the Prime Reverse Cutting geometry prevents "suture cutout," ensuring the needle-hole remains tight and the tissue edges perfectly apposed.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Model / REF: 1603G

• Material: Polyamide 6 (Nylon Monofilament)

• Suture Size: 4-0

• Strand Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Color: Undyed (Clear/White) — Note: Undyed provides superior aesthetics for subcuticular closures.

• Needle Name: PS-4 (Plastic Surgery)

• Needle Technology: MULTI-PASS™ (Advanced Sharpness Retention)

• Needle Length: 16 mm

• Point Type: Prime Reverse Cutting

• Quantity: Box of 12 Foil Packets

Technical & Training Advantages

• MULTI-PASS™ Needle Longevity: The PS-4 needle is treated with a specialized coating that reduces penetration force. In a training environment, this allows students to perform multiple interrupted stitches or a long running subcuticular stitch without the needle dulling, which is a common failure point in lower-quality training sutures.

• Non-Absorbable Monofilament Strength: Nylon 6 is inherently resistant to infection because its smooth monofilament surface does not provide a "braided" niche for bacterial colonization. This makes it an ideal model for teaching sterile technique and long-term wound management.

• Low Tissue Reactivity: The polyamide composition is biologically inert. For research applications, this provides a stable, non-inflammatory baseline for studying wound healing and skin tension.

• Undyed Aesthetic Advantage: The clear/undyed color is specifically chosen for "hidden" or subcuticular stitches. Training with undyed 4-0 helps residents master the tactile "feel" of the suture when visual contrast is limited.

• Elasticity & "Memory": Ethilon™ possesses a degree of elasticity that allows the suture to stretch slightly during post-operative edema, reducing the risk of tissue necrosis and stitch marks ("railroad tracks").

Applications (Non-Clinical)

• Surgical Education: Mastering subcuticular (hidden) stitches, interrupted skin closures, and plastic surgery suturing patterns.

• Veterinary Training: Use in non-clinical anatomical studies and veterinary surgical skills labs for superficial wound modeling.

• Benchtop Testing: Evaluating the drag coefficients of various needle coatings or the puncture resistance of synthetic skin analogs.

• Robotic Surgery Labs: Testing the precision and "feel" of robotic needle drivers with fine-gauge monofilaments.

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 reinforced packaging to protect the 16mm PS-4 MULTI-PASS™ needles and preserve the integrity of the internal foil seals.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.