Ethicon ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 5-0 – 18 in (45 cm) – Black – PS-2 Prime Reverse Cutting Needle 19 mm – 3/8 Circle – 1666H (Box of 36) Size: 5-0 Colour: Black Style: cutting
USP 5-0 – 18 in (45 cm) – Black – PS-2 Prime Reverse Cutting Needle 19 mm – 3/8 Circle – 1666H (Box of 36)
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 1666H, is designed for precise soft tissue approximation where reliable tensile strength and minimal tissue reaction are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON offers smooth tissue passage, low drag and dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 5-0 size provides fine calibre strength ideal for skin closure, cosmetic procedures and delicate soft tissue approximation. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling and flexibility across a wide range of surgical settings.
1666H is supplied single-armed with one PS-2 Prime reverse cutting needle measuring 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting design enhances penetration through skin while reducing the risk of tissue cut-through. Prime needle technology ensures sustained sharpness and consistent performance throughout the procedure.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital, surgical and outpatient clinical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable skin closure.
Key Features
- Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- USP 5-0 fine calibre suture
- 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- Black colour for enhanced visibility
- Single-armed PS-2 Prime reverse cutting needle
- 19 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- Smooth tissue passage with reduced drag
- Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 1666H
- GTIN: 30705031001798
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 5-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: PS-2 Prime Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
Suitable For
- Skin closure and superficial wound approximation
- Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
- General soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring permanent non-absorbable tensile support