C-A-T Tourniquet, (CAT) Black

Combat Application Tourniquet C-A-T is a small and light one-handed tourniquet that can stop a heavy and life-threatening arterial bleeding in one extremity (arms and legs).

C-A-T has a strong inner and freely movable band that gives a powerful circular pressure when you tighten it (rotates the clamping arm). The clamping arm is then locked in position. To further secure the clamping arm during transport, use a Velcro strap that locks over the hooks and on which the time for the operation is also noted.

The small size (15 cm long weight) and the weight (59 grams) means that it can easily be packed in your first aid kit / IFAK * / STB * Kit or in a single holster.

(* IFAK = Individual First Aid Kit, * STB = STOP Bleeding)

In case of life-threatening bleeding where it is difficult to use a lacing bandage / Tourniquet due to anatomy, pressure / tamponade is recommended as a first-hand measure. The tampon can advantageously be made with gauze (compressed gauze) or hemostatic dressings.

• 5020200 C-A-T Tourniquet Orange: The orange C-A-T version is for civilian use as first aid and ambulance care
• 5020201 C-A-T Tourniquet Black: The black C-A-T version is for tactical units such as the military and police.
• 5020202 C-A-T Tourniquet blue: The blue C-A-T version is intended for practice.