NAR Spear 10G Decompression Needle

Decompression Needle NAR SPEAR 10G

The NAR SPEAR 10G decompression needle is designed for performing needle chest decompression. The device is used as a component of professional medical equipment for managing severe chest trauma and is intended for use by trained personnel.

SPEAR (Simplified Pneumothorax Emergency Air Release) combines a needle and catheter in a 10G x 3.75" format and supports use for both traditional anterior access and lateral decompression. The 10G format provides a larger internal lumen compared to traditional 14G systems, while the increased catheter length is designed to improve reach of the pleural space in patients of varying body types.

The device construction features a flexible catheter with enhanced kink resistance and a soft tip to reduce mechanical impact on tissue after placement. To improve air venting, the catheter is equipped with three additional side holes along its length.

One of the distinctive design features of the SPEAR is a removable low-pressure one-way valve that produces an audible signal when air passes through the system. The valve can be used, transferred to the catheter after needle removal, or omitted depending on local protocols. Centimetre depth insertion markings and a spin-lock mechanism are also included to help prevent accidental needle-catheter disengagement.

Key advantages:

• Format 10G x 3.75"
• Supports anterior and lateral access
• Low-pressure one-way valve
• Audible confirmation of air passage
• Depth insertion markings
• Kink-resistant catheter
• Three additional holes for improved airflow
• Spin-lock mechanism for additional security
• Intended for use by trained personnel only

Key specifications:

• Product type: decompression needle
• Model: NAR SPEAR
• Gauge: 10G
• Catheter length: 3.75"
• Construction: needle + catheter
• Valve type: low-pressure one-way
• Additional features: depth markings, anti-kink construction, spin-lock
• Weight: 1 oz (~28 g)
• Packaging dimensions: 7.625" x 0.75"
• Catheter: 10G x 3.75"

The NAR SPEAR 10G decompression needle is used as a specialised component of professional medical kits for managing severe chest trauma and must be applied in accordance with established protocols and the user's level of training.