Tourniquets

TacMed Australia is now stocking the COMBAT APPLICATION TOURNIQUET (C.A.T)- G7. It has all the great features of the Gen 6 C.A.T but has added features including the NEW Single Routing Buckle for faster application, decreased blood loss, effective slack removal, fewer windlass turns, and simplified training with single protocol application standards

COMBAT APPLICATION TOURNIQUET (CAT) G7

The CAT (Combat Application Tourniquet) is a small and lightweight arterial tourniquet that completely occludes blood flow in an extremity. Used for the treatment of life-threatening bleeding, the C.A.T Tourniquet uses a Self-Adhering Band and a Friction Adaptor Buckle to fit a wide range of extremities combined with a one-handed windlass system. The windlass uses a free moving internal band to provide true circumferential pressure to an extremity. The windlass is then locked in place; this requires only one hand, with the Windlass Clip. The C.A.T Tourniquet also has a Hook-and-Loop Windlass Strap for further securing of the windlass during patient transport.

Note - Blue colour option is traditionally used as a training version.

Features:

• Proven Performance: Field-tested and approved by the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research.
• Quick Application: Simple one-handed application for self-use or assisting others.
• Durable Construction: Built to withstand harsh conditions and intense use.
• Compact Design: Lightweight and easy to carry in first aid kits or on duty belts.
• Trusted Worldwide: Used by professionals in combat and civilian emergencies.

FAQs:

Q: What is the CAT Tourniquet used for?
A: The CAT Tourniquet is designed to stop severe bleeding from extremities in trauma situations.

Q: Can the CAT Tourniquet be self-applied?
A: Yes, it’s designed for quick and effective one-handed application.

Q: Is it reusable?
A: No, the CAT Tourniquet is intended for single-use in emergencies.

TacMed Australia now carries the K9 Tourniquet. This TQ has been engineered to work effectively on tapered anatomy, such as the leg of a K9, and is designed to be placed high on the limb. It has integrated traction technology that prevents the tourniquet from slipping down the animal??s leg, which would result in a loss of compression.

The slippage is amplified when the animal is started to be moved and extricated. Slippage is a common occurrence when tourniquets or pressure dressings designed for humans are used on such tapered anatomy.

The K9 Tourniquet addresses these issues and does so with a quick application time

?See the complete TacMed K9 Handler Trauma Kit here.