Description
Despite the proven effectiveness of the Combat Application Tourniquet, the new CAT™ GEN7 goes even further toward making it easier and faster to use. All six components of the Combat Application Tourniquet™ have been re-designed and improved on the CAT™ GEN7.
C.A.T® GEN 7
Features:
- 1. Single Routing Buckle - Decreases blood loss, effective slack removal, fewer windlass turns, simplified training with single protocol application standards.
- 2. Windlass Rod - Increased diameter, enhanced strength, aggressive ribbing improves grip.
- 3. Windlass Clip - Bilateral bevelled entry, rapid windless lock, bilaterally buttress, added strength.
- 4. Windlass Strap - New reinforced strap, grey colour for tactical considerations (black only).
- 5. Stabilisation Plate - Reinforced, bevelled contact bar, improved comfort.
- 6. Free-moving Internal Band - Patented band within band, truly even distribution of circumferential pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an orange CAT tourniquet?
The combat application tourniquet is a one handed, medical tourniquet made to control severe extreme bleeding on a limb. It is most commonly used in both military and civilian medical emergencies. The orange version is for high visibility
What are the key features of this tourniquet?
This orange tourniquet has a single routing buckle which can allow for faster application as well as majorly decreasing severe blood loss. The orange CAT tourniquet also has a reinforced windlass rod which gives a majorly improved grip, as well as a free-moving internal band for a completely even circumferential pressure.
Can the orange CAT tourniquet be used with one hand?
This tourniquet is made for one-handed application, which makes it easier to apply whilst searching for further medical supplies, such as a bleed kit, or for self-application.
Is this tourniquet suitable for workplace first aid kits?
A medical tourniquet can be a very important tool to stock in any first aid kit, specifically those in higher risk industries such as construction or industrial workplaces, however, while they are strongly recommended they are not currently mandatory.
If you have any further questions about this product feel free to ask a question in our customer question box below, or contact our sales team.
