The Hydr’8 guidewire features a polymer jacket on the distal 30cm active end of the device. The jacket replaces the proximal stainless steel coils and encapsulates the distal radiopaque 3cm Platinum Tip coil. There are a number of advantages to the polymer jacket approach.

Advantages

• Smooth Surface finish.
• Stacking and movement of coils is overcome.
• Reduced Surface area exposed to the blood.
• Soft Durometer material provides damping of the core material.
• Encapsulation avoids unraveling of the coiled wire.
• The Polymer is bonded onto the entire length of the tapered core ensuring no loss of Torque or Push.

Specifications

• The jacket is constructed using Medical grade Polyurethane.
• Radiopaque filler material is included in the blend for X-ray visibility.
• A durometer of 85A is typical for this product.
• The distal tip is radiused for reduced trauma.
• Jacket is compatible with Brivant Hydrophilic Coating.