Description
AutoShield Duo Safety Pen Needles protect both ends of the needle, with an automatic shield covering the patient end and the pen end after every injection. The design answers the exposure that remains when a standard pen needle is unscrewed and discarded after use. A 5mm needle length supports injection without a pinch-up technique for most adults.
- Shields on Both Ends – Automatic shields cover the patient end and the pen end, so neither side stays exposed after the injection
- Visible Activation Cues – A red indicator band at the patient end and an orange shield at the pen end confirm the safety mechanism has engaged
- No Pinch-Up Technique – The 5mm needle length reaches the subcutaneous layer without a skin fold for most adults
- Trusted by Nurses – In embecta survey data, about 95 percent of nurses agreed the dual shields provide a reliable safety mechanism
Dual-Ended Safety for Pen Injections
Needle sticks after an injection often happen at the moment a used pen needle is handled, not during the injection itself. This safety pen needle was designed around that handling window, keeping shields over both needle ends once the dose is delivered. The front shield locks over the patient end automatically, and the back shield covers the pen end as the needle is removed from the pen. Color cues make the locked state easy to confirm before the needle goes into a sharps container. The 30G needle keeps the 5mm length used for subcutaneous delivery without a pinch-up technique. Facilities standardizing on safety devices for insulin pens use this format to align daily practice with sharps safety policy.
Features and Benefits
Safety Design
- Dual Automatic Shields – Both needle ends are covered automatically, reducing exposed-needle handling after the dose
- Locked-Shield Indicators – The red band and orange shield give a visual check that protection engaged on both ends
Injection Fit
- 5mm Needle Length – Short length supports subcutaneous delivery and removes the pinch-up step for most adults
- Pen Compatibility – Attaches to widely used insulin pens, so wards keep their existing pen platforms
Product Specifications
Needle Details
- Needle Gauge: 30G
- Needle Length: 5mm (3/16 inch)
- Needle Type: Safety pen needle with dual automatic protective shields
- Catalog Number: 329515
- NRC Number: 83017-9515-03
Packaging
- Count per Box: 100 pen needles
- Packaging: Case of 12 boxes (100 per box, 12 boxes per case)
- Use: Sterile, single use
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Why Choose the AutoShield Duo Safety Pen Needles
Safety pen needles earn their place when they remove exposure without adding steps to a familiar routine. The dual-shield format covers the end most safety needles leave open, which is the pen end handled during removal.
- Fewer Exposed Sharps – Covering both ends lowers the chance of a stick during removal and disposal, the riskiest handling moments
- No Workflow Change – The needle attaches, injects and removes like a standard pen needle, so retraining stays minimal
- Unlike Standard Safety Needles – Most safety pen needles shield only the patient end, while this design also shields the pen end automatically
Frequently Asked Questions
How do the shields work?
The patient-end shield extends and locks automatically after the injection. The pen-end shield covers the rear needle as the pen needle is unscrewed, and the red band plus orange shield confirm both locks.
Does the 5mm needle need a pinch-up?
No pinch-up technique is required for most adults at the 5mm length. The short needle is designed to reach the subcutaneous tissue layer reliably.
Which insulin pens does it fit?
It fits widely used insulin pens that accept standard pen needle threads. Check the pen manufacturer's compatibility list if a device uses a proprietary connection.
How many needles come in a case?
Each box holds 100 pen needles and the case holds 12 boxes. The case is the stocked supply format for wards and clinics.
Is the needle reusable?
No, it is a sterile single-use device. Dispose of each used needle in a sharps container immediately after the injection.
