Ethicon ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture | USP 6-0 | 18 in (45 cm) | Black | P-1 Prime Cutting Needle 11 mm | 3/8 Circle | 697G (Box of 12)
Ethicon ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture | USP 6-0 | 18 in (45 cm) | Black | P-1 Prime Cutting Needle 11 mm | 3/8 Circle | 697G (Box of 12)
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 697G, is designed for fine soft tissue approximation where precision, minimal tissue trauma and dependable tensile strength are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides exceptionally smooth tissue passage, low tissue reactivity and reliable long-term wound support.
The USP 6-0 size is ideal for delicate skin closure, facial procedures and cosmetic applications requiring refined wound edge alignment. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling in superficial and precision-focused surgical environments.
697G is supplied single-armed with one P-1 Prime cutting needle measuring approximately 11 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The cutting needle configuration enables accurate penetration through delicate tissue, while Prime needle technology supports sustained sharpness and consistent procedural performance.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital, cosmetic and specialist surgical settings requiring dependable non-absorbable fine wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 6-0 fine calibre suture
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed P-1 Prime cutting needle
- • Approx. 11 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with minimal drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 697G
- GTIN: 30705031008544
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 6-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: P-1 Prime Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 11 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Delicate skin closure
- • Facial and cosmetic procedures
- • Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- • Fine superficial wound approximation