Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T®) by North American Rescue

The patented C-A-T® is a true one-handed tourniquet proven to be 100% effective by the U.S. Army’s Institute of Surgical Research. Tests proved that the CAT completely occluded blood flow of an extremity in the event of a traumatic wound with significant hemorrhage.

Gen 7 Enhancements:

• NEW Single Routing Buckle for faster application, decreased blood loss, effective slack removal, fewer windlass turns, and simplified training with single protocol application standards

• Stronger windlass rod with an increased diameter and improved grip

• Reinforced windlass clip and highly visible security tab includes a writable area to record the time of application

• Bilateral windlass clip for rapid windlass lock and bilateral buttress for added strength

• Enhanced windlass strap changed to tactical gray and sonic welded to clip for constant contact providing safe windlass security and a place to document the application time

• Stabilization plate to minimize pinching with beveled contact bar

• Red Tip Technology™ with a red elliptical tip to assist user in locating and threading during application provides visual cue during application

• Patented free-moving internal band for true evenly distributed circumferential pressure

Special Features:

• Awarded as one of the “Top 10 Greatest Inventions” by the U.S. Army

• Official Tourniquet of the U.S. Military

• Used by both conventional and Special Operation forces

• Proven to be 100% effective in occluding blood flow in both upper & lower extremities by the U.S. Army’s Institute of Surgical Research

• True, one-handed application tourniquet

• Quickly controls life-threatening extremity bleeding

• Recommended by the Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care

• Designed to perform in all weather conditions

• Small and cost-effective

Dimensions:

• Packaged: L 6 in. x W 2.4 in. x D 1.5 in.

• Open Length: 37.5 in.

• Weight: 2.7 oz.

CAT Gen 7 Instructions for Use

The fastest, safest, most effective pre-hospital tourniquet!

Exceeds the new ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2021 Standard for tourniquets.

The patented Combat Application Tourniquet® (C-A-T®) featuring the proprietary red tip design and the mechanical advantage of a band within a band, has been the Official Tourniquet of the U.S. Army since 2005.

The Gen 7 CAT utilizes a durable windlass system with a patented free-moving internal band providing true circumferential pressure to the extremity. Once adequately tightened, bleeding will cease, and the windlass is locked into place. A hook & loop windlass retention strap is then applied, securing the windlass to maintain pressure during casualty evacuation. The CAT’s unique dual securing system avoids the use of screws and clips, which can become difficult to operate under survival stress or where fine motor skills are compromised.

***This item is non-returnable.***