Ethicon MERSILK® Silk Black Braided Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 6-0 – 45 cm (18 inch) – G-1 PRIME Reverse Cutting Needle – W812 (Box of 12)
This MERSILK® Silk Black Braided Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model W812, is designed for dependable soft tissue approximation and ligation where controlled handling and strong knot security are essential. The suture is manufactured from black braided natural silk fibres with a coated finish to enhance smooth tissue passage while maintaining superior tying characteristics.
The USP 6-0 size offers fine tensile strength suitable for delicate soft tissue closure and precise skin approximation. The 45 cm (18 inch) length provides optimal control for routine wound closure and outpatient procedures.
This product features a single G-1 PRIME reverse cutting needle, engineered for precise penetration of tougher tissues. The reverse cutting geometry supports controlled tissue entry and consistent wound closure performance.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this suture is suitable for hospital and clinical environments requiring reliable silk suture performance.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable braided silk suture
- USP 6-0 — fine diameter for delicate soft tissue closure
- 45 cm (18 inch) suture length
- G-1 PRIME reverse cutting needle for controlled penetration
- Excellent handling and knot security
- Smooth coated braided construction
- Black colour for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: MERSILK® Silk Black Braided Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture
- Product Code: W812
- GTIN: 30705031201587
- USP Size: 6-0
- Suture Length: 45 cm (18 inch)
- Needle Model: G-1 PRIME Reverse Cutting
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Structure: Braided (coated natural silk)
- Colour: Black
- Packaging: 12 sutures per box
- Suitable For
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Skin closure procedures
- Ligation applications
- General surgical wound closure
- Procedures requiring fine-gauge reverse cutting penetration