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4A Hydrophilic Guide Wire

4A Hydrophilic Guide Wire

SKU: 4A-RA-0005

The Hydrophilic Guide Wire is a fully polymer-jacketed interventional wire designed for low-friction navigation through highly tortuous, obstructed, or strictured anatomical pathways. Activated upon hydration with sterile saline, its durable hydrophilic coating creates an ultra-slick surface layer that dramatically reduces surface friction. Combined with a superelastic Nitinol core, it easily navigates difficult ureteral, vascular, and biliary pathways where standard wires meet resistance.

Available Sizes

0.018 in 0.025 in 0.032 in 0.035 in 0.038 in

Technical Specifications

Product NameHydrophilic Guide Wire
Intended ApplicationTraversing severe strictures, tortuous vessels, and obstructed ureters/biliary ducts
Core MaterialSuperelastic Nitinol (Nickel-Titanium Alloy)
Outer JacketRadiopaque Polyurethane with Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) Hydrophilic Coating
Tip ProfileStraight or Angled (45 / 60 deg) Floppy Tip
Standard Lengths150 cm, 180 cm, 260 cm
Sterilization MethodEthylene Oxide (EO) Sterilized

Key Benefits

  • Ultra-Low Surface Friction: Fully hydrated polymer layer enables smooth passage across severe strictures.
  • 1:1 Torque Transmission: Superelastic Nitinol core transfers rotation directly to the tip for accurate steering.
  • Kink-Free Shape Memory: Resists permanent deformation even when coiled within tight anatomical cavities.
  • Atraumatic Rounded Tip: Soft flexible tip prevents tissue dissection and mucosal perforation.
  • Full Length Radio-Opacity: Polyurethane jacket containing polyurethane/barium sulfate ensures complete fluoroscopic visibility.

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