Cardinal Health Sterilization Pouches/Tubing

Yes, all configurations of Cardinal Health sterilization pouches and tubing include an external process indicator.

This indicator is specifically designed to confirm exposure to Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas sterilization, providing visual assurance that the package has undergone the necessary sterilization process.

Yes, all Cardinal Health Sterilization Pouches and Tubing are factory new, ensuring you receive products in pristine condition for your sterilization needs.

Yes, these Cardinal Health products are specifically manufactured and optimized for Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas sterilization.

They include several features to ensure effective and verifiable EO processing:

• Material Construction: They utilize a combination of breathable TYVEK material and clear film, which allows necessary gas permeability while maintaining a sterile microbial barrier.
• Process Indicator: An external process indicator is included on the packaging, which visibly confirms successful exposure to the Ethylene Oxide gas sterilization cycle.

These sterilization products are available in convenient, pre-sized Self-Seal pouches or continuous Tubing reels for custom-length requirements.

Yes, these Cardinal Health sterilization pouches and tubing are constructed using materials specifically chosen for effective Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas sterilization and maintaining a robust sterile barrier.

Key material features include:

• Breathable TYVEK Material: This porous material is essential for allowing the effective penetration of EO gas while providing an excellent, durable microbial barrier.
• Clear Film: Paired with the TYVEK, the clear film allows for visual confirmation of the packaged contents without compromising the sterile seal.

Tubing formats also incorporate paper in their construction to aid in the sterilization process.

Yes, the Cardinal Health sterilization tubing requires a heat sealer to properly seal both ends, allowing you to create custom-length pouches for your instruments and supplies.

No, self-seal pouches are designed for convenience with a pre-folded bottom flap that has an adhesive strip, allowing for secure closure without the need for a separate heat sealer. Only the heat-seal pouches and tubing styles require a heat sealer for proper sealing.

Yes, Cardinal Health offers these sterilization products in a comprehensive range of dimensions to suit various instrument sterilization needs. The variety ensures proper packaging for different medical devices.

• Sterilization Pouches (Self-Seal or Heat-Seal): Sizes are available from 3” x 8” up to 18” x 22”.
• Sterilization Tubing (Reel Format): Available in widths ranging from 2” up to 12”. The tubing is supplied on reels, typically in 100-foot lengths (e.g., 2” x 100’, 12” x 100’), allowing users to cut custom lengths as needed for specific instruments (requires an external heat sealer).

Yes, these Cardinal Health sterilization products are constructed with a dual-material design specifically to maintain sterility while allowing for easy inspection:

• One side uses a clear film, providing excellent visibility for identifying the contents quickly.
• The opposite side is made of breathable TYVEK material, which is essential for ensuring effective Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas sterilization.

Yes, the Cardinal Health Self-Seal pouches are designed for quick and convenient sealing without requiring a separate heat sealer. (Heat sealers are only required for the Heat-Seal pouches and Tubing variants).

Convenience is ensured by integrated features:

• Integrated Adhesive Strip: Allows for immediate and secure closure with minimal effort.
• Pre-Folded Bottom Flap: Guarantees a smooth, aligned seal every time.

This simple mechanism ensures a reliable sterile barrier for instruments undergoing Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas sterilization.

Yes, the Sterilization Tubing is specifically designed for customizable length, providing flexibility for various instrument sizes. It comes on a 100-foot reel with widths ranging from 2 inches up to 12 inches.

Important Note: Because you cut the tubing to length, a heat sealer is required to properly close both ends to maintain sterility.