Ethicon J516H 3-0 Coated VICRYL Violet Suture | V-34 36mm TAPERCUT® | Box of 36

The Ethicon J516H is a high-performance Coated VICRYL® (Polyglactin 910) synthetic absorbable suture, specifically engineered for challenging tissue penetration and secure approximation. This Size 3-0 violet braided suture features the specialized V-34 TAPERCUT® needle, which combines the initial penetration power of a cutting needle with the atraumatic properties of a taper point. With an extended 36-inch (90 cm) length, the J516H provides maximum material for continuous suturing or multiple interrupted ties in complex internal reconstructions, particularly in orthopedic and cardiovascular surgery.

The V-34 needle is a 36mm, 1/2 circle TAPERCUT® needle. Its unique geometry features a small cutting tip that transitions into a round taper body, allowing it to pierce tough, calcified, or fibrous tissues without the "hole-elongation" or trauma associated with traditional cutting needles.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: Coated VICRYL®

• Model/Part Number: J516H

• Suture Size: 3-0 (USP)

• Length: 36 Inches (90 cm)

• Material: Coated Braided Polyglactin 910

• Color: Violet (for high-contrast visualization in deep surgical fields)

• Needle Name: V-34 TAPERCUT®

• Needle Type: 36mm, 1/2 Circle, Tapercut Point

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

Technical & Professional Advantages

• TAPERCUT® Needle Technology: The V-34 needle is designed to penetrate tough fascia or scarred tissue with ease, while the taper body ensures the suture hole remains small and leak-proof, which is critical for vascular and deep-tissue closures.

• Extended 36" Working Length: The generous length is optimized for long suture lines or major orthopedic repairs, reducing the need for frequent suture exchanges and streamlining operative workflow.

• Superior Tensile Strength: As a Size 3-0 suture, it provides reliable mechanical support, retaining approximately 75% of its strength at 14 days and 50% at 21 days post-implantation.

• Exceptional Braided Handling: The proprietary coating ensures a smooth "zip" through dense tissues with minimal drag, while the braided construction offers the superior knot security and tactile feedback for which the VICRYL® brand is known.

• Predictable Absorption: Undergoes complete absorption via hydrolysis within 56 to 70 days, transferring the mechanical load to the regenerating tissue without leaving a permanent foreign body.

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 specialty 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 V-34 needles and sterile foil seals from environmental stressors during transit.