Description
The Terumo Surflo ETFE IV Catheter pairs an ultra-sharp double-bevel introducer needle with a lubricated ETFE catheter, so placement starts smoothly and the catheter travels with less drag. First-stick success is a kindness to the patient and a schedule-saver for the nurse, and it begins with how the needle and catheter are made. Emergency departments, infusion centers and med-surg floors all lean on this range when IV starts cannot wait for a second attempt.
- Double-Bevel Introducer – The ultra-sharp double-bevel needle is made for easier penetration, supporting cleaner first attempts.
- Medical-Grade Lubricant – A lubricated catheter surface allows smoother travel through tissue as the catheter advances off the needle.
- ETFE Catheter Material – The ETFE body is known for flexible strength, holding its shape while flexing with the vessel.
- See-Through Flashback Chamber – The transparent chamber confirms venipuncture immediately, and a bevel mark on it shows needle orientation.
Peripheral IV Catheters Built for First-Stick Confidence
Surflo is Terumo's long-running peripheral catheter line, and its design priorities are penetration, smooth advancement and a catheter that stays intact in the vessel. The introducer needle carries an ultra-sharp double bevel, while the catheter itself is ETFE, a material chosen for flexible strength during placement. A medical-grade lubricant on the catheter eases its travel through tissue once the needle has made the opening. During insertion, the transparent flashback chamber gives immediate visual confirmation of venipuncture, and the bevel indicator printed on the chamber shows which way the bevel faces. Each catheter arrives individually packed in a rigid sterile case, color coded by gauge from 14G orange down to 24G yellow.
Features and Benefits
Insertion Design
- Ultra-Sharp Double Bevel – The introducer point is cut and honed under computer control, keeping penetration force low and consistent.
- Lubricated Catheter Surface – A medical-grade lubricant lets the ETFE catheter glide as it is advanced into the vessel.
- Flexible ETFE Body – ETFE balances flexibility with strength, helping the catheter resist splitting or peel-back during puncture.
Placement Confirmation
- Transparent Flashback Chamber – Blood flashback is visible at once, so the clinician knows the needle is in the vessel before advancing.
- Bevel Indicator Mark – The Terumo logo on the chamber's upper surface shows bevel orientation during insertion.
- Color-Coded by Gauge – Hub colors follow the standard catheter code: orange 14G, gray 16G, green 18G, pink 20G, blue 22G and yellow 24G.
Product Specifications
Catheter Specifications
- Gauge Range: 14G to 24G
- Length Range: 3/4 in to 2-1/2 in (1.9 cm to 6.4 cm)
- Catheter Material: ETFE
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Latex: No components made of natural rubber latex
Packaging
- Quantity Per Box: 50 catheters
- Boxes Per Case: 4
- Packaging: 50/bx, 4 bx/cs
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The Catheter Nurses Ask for by Name
Peripheral catheters are a commodity until a hard stick is on the table, and then the design details start to matter. A sharper introducer, a lubricated catheter and instant flashback feedback are exactly the details that rescue difficult starts. That is why this line has stayed a standard order across decades of IV practice.
- Easier Penetration – The double-bevel introducer enters with less force, supporting first-stick success on fragile veins.
- Smoother Advancement – Lubrication plus a flexible ETFE body helps the catheter follow the needle without dragging or kinking at the hub.
- Instant Placement Feedback – A clear flashback chamber and bevel mark remove guesswork at the moment it matters most.
- Rigid Sterile Case – Each catheter is protected in its own rigid case, so tips arrive undamaged from a busy supply cart.
Frequently Asked Questions
What material is the catheter made from?
The catheter is ETFE, a fluoropolymer Terumo chose for flexible strength and resistance to split tips during placement.
How do I confirm the needle is in the vein?
The flashback chamber is transparent, so blood return is visible immediately, and a mark on the chamber shows bevel orientation.
What gauges and lengths are available?
Twelve sizes run from 14G to 24G, with lengths from 3/4 in to 2-1/2 in, each color coded by gauge.
Do these catheters contain latex?
No. Terumo states the line has no components made of natural rubber latex.
How are they packaged?
Catheters come 50 to a box and 4 boxes to a case, and the case is the package sold on this listing.
