Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3-0 18 in (45 cm) Black FS-2 Reverse Cutting Needle 19 mm 3/8 Circle 653H (Box of 36)
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 653H, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where dependable tensile strength and controlled needle penetration are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and reliable long-term wound support.
The USP 3-0 size offers firm tensile performance suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures requiring consistent approximation. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling across a wide range of outpatient and hospital surgical environments.
653H is supplied single-armed with one FS-2 reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances penetration through skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting secure wound edge alignment.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and hospital environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 3-0 suture size
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed FS-2 reverse cutting needle
- • Approx. 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: 653H
- GTIN: 30705031239559
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 3-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: FS-2 Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure and external wound approximation
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
- • Procedures requiring permanent non-absorbable tensile support