Description
The M.C. Johnson Cath-Secure Lock Multi-Purpose Tube Holder pins the tube twice, once with an adhesive tab that closes around it and once with a velcro base that locks that tab to the skin. The pinch grip stops the tube rolling or pistoning in the holder, which is how lines work themselves loose. It does all of that with no plastic parts, so the securement stays low profile and low cost.
- Extended adhesive tab pinches around the tube to prevent rolling or pistoning
- Locking velcro base keeps the tab fixed to the body and stops kinking
- No plastic parts, which lowers the cost to the end user
- Fits and secures most sizes of tubing
- Box of 40 holders, 8 boxes per case for unit stocking
About This Locking Tube Holder
The M.C. Johnson Cath-Secure Lock Multi-Purpose Tube Holder is the high-grip member of the Cath-Secure family, designed for lines that shift, roll or get caught on clothing. The 3 inch adhesive tab wraps the tube and can be pinched tight around it, and the velcro base then locks the tab against the 3.12 x 1.8 inch base so the whole assembly moves with the patient. That two-point hold keeps the tube from pistoning, which protects the insertion site from repeated tugging. The manufacturer states the device may remain in place for approximately one week without altering skin integrity. It covers the same wide range of urinary, drainage, feeding and monitoring lines as the rest of the line.
Features and Benefits
Securement Performance
- Adhesive tab pinches around the tube to prevent rolling or pistoning
- Velcro base locks the tab to the body so the tube cannot catch on clothing or kink
- Extended tab accommodates most sizes of tubing
Skin, Wear and Cost
- May remain in place for approximately one week without altering skin integrity
- No plastic parts, resulting in a lower cost to the end user
- DEHP free, hypoallergenic and not made with natural rubber latex
Product Specifications
Dimensions and Identification
- Model: M.C. Johnson item 5445-1
- Tab length: 3 inches, adhesive, velcro anchor closure
- Base size: 3.12 x 1.8 inches
- HCPCS: A4333
- Brand: M.C. Johnson
Materials and Use
- DEHP free, hypoallergenic construction
- Not made with natural rubber latex
- Wear time: approximately one week per application
- Made in America
Packaging
- Package: box (bx) of 40 holders, sold as listed
- Case quantity: 8 boxes per case, 320 holders per case
Browse the full Securement Devices range, or shop everything from M.C. Johnson.
Why Choose This Locking Holder
Some lines fail securement because the tube moves inside the holder, not because the holder leaves the skin. This model attacks that failure directly with a pinch grip plus a locking base, and it skips the plastic hardware that makes clip-style holders bulky and pricey. For active patients and long drainage lines, that extra grip is the point.
- Anti-pistoning grip: the pinched tab stops the in-and-out movement that loosens other holders
- No plastic parts: nothing rigid to dig into skin or snap during wear
- Stays dressed: the locked tab resists catching on clothing and bedding
- One week of wear: fewer changes for staff and fewer disturbances for the patient
- Fits most tubing: one locking model covers the sizes a unit sees every day
Manuals and Troubleshooting Guides
- Cath-Secure Lock Spec Sheet, Item No. 5445-1 (Manufacturer PDF)
- Cath-Secure Rationale and Fact Sheet (Manufacturer PDF)
- M.C. Johnson Product Catalog 2025 (Manufacturer PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Lock differ from the original Cath-Secure?
The Lock adds a velcro anchor base and a longer adhesive tab that pinches around the tube. That combination prevents the tube rolling or pistoning and keeps it from catching on clothing or kinking.
Does it contain any plastic parts?
No. The manufacturer highlights that the design uses no plastic parts, which keeps the holder low profile and lowers the cost to the end user.
Which tubes does it fit?
The manufacturer states it is designed to fit and secure most sizes of tubing. Listed applications include Indwelling urinary catheters, central line ports, gastrostomy and jejunostomy tubes, peritoneal dialysis tubing, Hemovac and Jackson-Pratt wound drainage, EKG lead wires, prostatectomy tubes, leg bag tubing, condom catheters and PICC lines.
How long can one holder stay in place?
The manufacturer states the device may remain in place for approximately one week without altering skin integrity. Replace it during routine care or sooner if it loosens.
What exactly ships when I order?
You receive one box of 40 Cath-Secure Lock holders, M.C. Johnson item 5445-1, in the packaging stated on this page. A full case holds 8 boxes, or 320 holders.
Is this holder latex free?
Yes. The manufacturer specifies that the holder is DEHP free, hypoallergenic and not made with natural rubber latex.
