This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 1683H, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where strong tensile support and extended strand length are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and dependable long-term wound support.

The USP 3-0 size delivers firm tensile strength suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures requiring reliable approximation. The extended 30 inch (75 cm) strand length offers increased working reach, making it ideal for longer suture lines and deeper closures.

1683H is supplied single-armed with one PSLX reverse cutting needle measuring 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances controlled penetration through tougher tissue such as skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting precise wound edge alignment.

Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital and surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.

• Key Features
• • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
• • USP 3-0 suture size
• • Extended 30 in (75 cm) strand length
• • Black colour for enhanced visibility
• • Single-armed PSLX reverse cutting needle
• • 19 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
• • Smooth tissue passage with reduced drag
• • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
• • Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: Ethicon
• Product Code: 1683H
• GTIN: 30705031002054
• Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
• Form: Monofilament
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• USP Size: 3-0
• Length: 30 in (75 cm)
• Colour: Black
• Needle Type: PSLX Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
• Needle Length: 19 mm
• Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
• Pledget: No
• Packaging: Box of 36
• Suitable For
• • Skin closure and external wound approximation
• • Procedures requiring extended suture length
• • General soft tissue approximation
• • Surgical applications requiring permanent non-absorbable support