Ethicon 1678H 5-0 PERMA HAND BLACK 1X18" PS-3 MULTIPASS BX/36

Ethicon 1678H 5-0 PERMA HAND BLACK 1X18" PS-3 MULTIPASS BX/36

This Size 5-0 configuration is specifically engineered for procedures requiring extreme delicacy and a low-profile footprint.

Technical specifications

• Brand: Ethicon
• Reference / model: 1678H
• Model: / REF: 1678H
• Material: Braided Surgical Silk
• Package quantity: 36
• Dimensions / sizes: 1X18"

Additional product details

• Equipped with the PS-3 (Plastic Surgery-3) needle, this suture features Ethicon's proprietary MultiPass® needle technology.
• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)
• Brand: PERMA-HAND®
• Suture Size: 5-0 (1.0 metric) — Ultra-Fine Precision Diameter
• Suture Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)
• Color: Black (Logwood dyed for maximum micro-visibility)
• Needle: 16mm PS-3 (3/8 Circle)
• Needle Point: Prime Reverse Cutting (Precision-honed edges)
• Quantity: Full Box of 36 Sterile Units
• MultiPass® Needle Longevity: The PS-3 needle is coated and honed to retain its "initial-bite" sharpness even after several penetrations through fibrous tissue.
• Prime Reverse Cutting Precision: By placing the cutting edge on the outer curvature of the needle, the PS-3 directs the cutting force away from the wound tension line. This "Prime" geometry is specifically engineered for cosmetic closures to ensure the smallest possible needle track.
• Unlike synthetic monofilaments, Size 5-0 silk lays flat immediately upon removal from the packet, allowing for highly controlled, sub-millimeter knot placement.
• High-Contrast Visibility: The deep black dye provides a sharp silhouette against the surgical field, which is essential for accuracy when working under high-magnification surgical loupes.
• Status: New – Factory Sealed.
• Integrity:

Condition

New. This item is securely contained within its original, undamaged manufacturer's packaging. All 36 individual sterile foil packets are factory-sealed, ensuring 100% sterility and clinical performance.