AVF Needles 17G 50's Pack (Nipro)
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Technical Specifications
- Brand / Manufacturer: Nipro Corporation, Japan — Standard AVF (Arteriovenous Fistula) Needle; globally distributed across 100+ markets; manufactured under ISO 13485 quality management system
- Gauge and Colour Code: 17 Gauge — Yellow colour coding (universal industry standard); recommended for blood flow rates below 300 ml/min and for initial cannulations of new fistulas
- Needle Lengths: 1 inch (25mm) and 1.25 inch (approximately 32mm); selection based on fistula depth
- Needle Construction: Ultra-sharp, siliconized 3-bevel tip; ultra-thin wall stainless steel cannula; oval-shaped back-eye on arterial needle (available with or without); colour-coded textured wings (turnable or fixed); 300mm flexible PVC tubing with Luer-lock connector and clamp
- Sterilization: ETO (ethylene oxide) sterilized; single-use only; individually sealed per unit; latex-free
- Pack Size: Box of 50 units (retail/institutional); Case of 10 boxes = 500 units (wholesale/export); Twin Pack: 2 needles per package, 25 pairs per box also available
Frequently asked questions
The 17G needle has a smaller outer diameter than the 16G, which means it creates a smaller puncture wound in the fistula wall at each cannulation. For a newly matured fistula that has not yet been repeatedly accessed, starting with a smaller gauge reduces the mechanical trauma at the access site and lowers the risk of haematoma formation, infiltration, or vessel wall damage that could compromise fistula longevity. Nipro's clinical guidance and published nephrology literature both explicitly recommend using a 17G for the first few cannulation sessions of any new fistula, transitioning to a larger gauge only when the fistula is well-established and the patient's blood flow requirement demands it.
The 17G Nipro AVF needle is colour-coded yellow — both on the textured wings and on the packaging. Yellow is the universal colour code for 17G across the AV fistula needle industry, used consistently by Nipro and all major AVF needle manufacturers. The colour coding allows dialysis nursing staff to verify gauge selection instantly and visually during patient preparation, reducing the risk of picking the wrong gauge in a busy, fast-moving session environment.
The Nipro 17G AVF needle is available in 1 inch (25mm) and 1.25 inch (approximately 32mm) lengths. The choice of needle length is based on fistula depth — how deep the vessel sits below the skin surface. Superficial fistulas in most patients are cannulated with a 1-inch needle. Deeper fistulas in patients with higher body weight or suboptimal fistula development may require the 1.25-inch length. Clinical assessment at the point of cannulation is used to make this determination, and dialysis units typically stock both lengths to cover their patient mix.
The Nipro 17G AVF needle is supplied in a box of 50 units, with each needle individually packaged. A standard export case contains 10 boxes — 500 units total. This carton configuration is confirmed across Nipro's standard and SafeTouch product line documentation. For wholesale export orders, Sara Wellness supplies full cases or partial case lots across multiple gauge sizes within a single shipment.
The back-eye is a small secondary opening on the arterial needle located near the tip, on the reverse side of the primary bevel. It is designed to allow blood to enter from two points simultaneously during the arterial draw phase of dialysis, improving flow efficiency and critically, reducing the risk of the vessel wall being suctioned against the tip at lower flow rates. The Nipro 17G is available with or without the back-eye on the arterial needle — the specific configuration should be confirmed at the time of ordering based on your market's clinical preference.
Yes. The Nipro 17G AVF needle is available in both turnable wing and fixed wing configurations. Turnable wings can be rotated after insertion to lie flat against the skin in the optimal securing position relative to the fistula anatomy. Fixed wings are pre-set at a fixed angle and cannot be adjusted post-insertion. Turnable wing versions are more widely used globally as they accommodate a broader range of patient fistula anatomy and cannulation angles. The wing type is specified at the time of ordering.
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